Welcome to Easter weekend in Nashville! This weekend is packed with egg hunts, bunny meet-and-greets, and spring blooms. Don't miss the massive Great Spring Art Hop at Cheekwood, the specialized Easter Bunny Express train ride, or the unique Eggstravaganzoo at the Zoo!
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Helicopter Easter Egg Drop at Rolling Hills Community Church
Rolling Hills Community Church - Franklin Campus
Free entry with exciting helicopter egg drops scheduled for Saturday.
Breakfast with the Easter Bunny at Rainforest Cafe
Rainforest Cafe at Opry Mills Mall
Indoor breakfast in a themed environment followed by photos with the Easter Bunny.
Bingo's Birthday at Nashville Children's Theatre
Nashville Children's Theatre, Copeland Studio
An immersive 'Barnyard Bash' specifically geared towards children ages 0–5 on Saturday morning.
· April 4
13EGGSCAPE DAY : Drop the kids off for a full day of Easter fun while qualified sitters keep them entertained—lunch is included! This is a great option if parents need a little break during the busy weekend.It's a drop-off event focused entirely on kid entertainment during a busy holiday weekend.
: Cheekwood is hosting spring festivities with 48 egg hunts and over 36,000 eggs ready to be found. You can also complete a garden-wide scavenger hunt looking for bunny murals made by local artists.It’s a massive, multi-activity spring festival with thousands of eggs and scavenger hunts spanning two days.
EGGSTRAVAGANZOO : This is Nashville Zoo’s wild egg hunt, running all day long. It includes egg hunts for the kids, plus face painting and special animal enrichment activities.It combines the standard zoo visit with special holiday egg hunting and animal interaction.
: Take a ride on a classic passenger train with the Easter Bunny himself! You’ll enjoy Easter Egg Hunts during the Watertown layover before heading back to Nashville.A unique, full-day excursion involving a historic train ride and eggs hunts at a destination stop.
A PRESIDENTIAL EASTER AT THE HERMITAGE : Celebrate Easter with history, fun activities, and springtime exploration on the grounds of Andrew Jackson’s home. This is a family-friendly gathering perfect for younger kids.It's a wonderful way to enjoy the holiday while introducing history in an accessible way.
FREE : Head up to Old Hickory Social for a free celebration with photos with the Easter Bunny. They are even handing out free Muttuccinos for the dogs!It is a completely free, casual event that welcomes pets alongside the kids for bunny photos.
: Enjoy breakfast buffet while watching a show by the Mystic Mermaids, plus you get to pose for photos with the Easter Bunny.The unique combination of mermaids and the Easter Bunny makes this a memorable holiday breakfast.
BREAKFAST WITH THE EASTER BUNNY AT RAINFOREST CAFE : Have an indoor breakfast surrounded by jungle scenery and take photos with the Easter bunny at the Opry Mills location.It’s a fully indoor activity in case of early spring rain, featuring a fun themed environment.
FREE : This is a great free option featuring inflatables, games, and crafts, capped off by exciting egg drops from a helicopter at 10:15 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.The helicopter egg drop is a unique, high-energy event that is also totally free.
: Enjoy egg hunts and meet and greets with the Easter Bunny, plus all the standard attractions the farm offers. This is one of their final days for their April events.It combines seasonal Easter fun with a full-scale farm experience just outside the city.
DINOTREK AT NASHVILLE ZOO : Explore a massive prehistoric exhibit featuring nearly 50 life-sized dinosaurs during regular zoo hours. This is a great add-on to your zoo admission.It offers an educational, large-scale exhibit that appeals heavily to elementary-aged kids.
STORYTIME IN THE CHILDREN'S GALLERY - TENNESSEE STATE MUSEUMFREE : Stop by the Tennessee State Museum for a dedicated storytime session in the Children's Gallery on Saturday morning.It's a free, reliable morning activity at a great downtown museum location.
: See Cheekwood’s annual flower festival showcasing a massive display of red and white tulips celebrating America's 250th anniversary. This runs both days of the weekend.It's the peak floral event of the season, perfect for family strolling and photos.
Also On· anytime this weekend
4: Catch the immersive 'Barnyard Bash' performance of Bingo's Birthday. This show is specifically designed for the youngest theatre-goers, ages five and under.This is the best structured option explicitly targeted at the under-5 crowd this weekend.
FREE : Enjoy outdoor playtime at Centennial Park with Kidsville friends, featuring story time (Over in the Garden) and a chance to plant your own seeds to take home.It's a great free morning activity featuring planting and reading at a central park.
FREE : Get a free 30-minute professional outdoor photoshoot this Saturday or Sunday—you only pay if you love the edited photos you receive.It’s a high-value, free opportunity to get professional family photos taken during the beautiful spring bloom.
: Enjoy a fun, family-friendly brunch experience where all ages are welcome on Saturday afternoon.It's a specific family-focused meal service happening right in the heart of downtown on Saturday.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Nashville this weekend?
This weekend (Apr 04-05) there are three entirely free options: the Helicopter Easter Egg Drop at Rolling Hills Community Church, Kidsville Outdoors in the Park on Saturday, and the Free spring mini photo session with Shoott on Saturday and Sunday.
Where is the best place for an Easter egg hunt on Saturday?
Cheekwood's Great Spring Art Hop has 48 egg hunts with over 36,000 eggs available throughout Saturday. The Nashville Zoo also hosts its Eggstravaganzoo, and Rolling Hills Community Church offers a unique helicopter drop event.
Are there any special holiday events on Sunday, April 5th?
Sunday features the continuation of the Great Spring Art Hop at Cheekwood, the DinoTrek exhibit at the Zoo, and Eggstravaganzoo at the Zoo. You can also participate in the Kidsville Storybook Walk or get a free spring mini photo session.
