As spring takes hold of the beautiful Whatcom County, Easter is close on the horizon. Check out these events in April to find out where to partake in the age-old tradition of Easter egg hunts, celebrations and delicious brunch opportunities.
Mt. Baker Golden Egg Hunt
April 12 at 9 a.m.
Take a trip to the Mt. Baker Ski Area and join in on a free Golden Egg Hunt for all ages. For the main hunt event, there will be some Mt. Baker Season passes to find, and for children 10 and under, there will be two separate hunts with cool prizes filling up 5,000 eggs.
Kendall PTA Spring Resource Fair and Egg Hunt
April 13 from 12 to 3 p.m.
Bring the kids and enjoy a free rollicking, fun-filled event with plenty of activities and an egg hunt for the kids.
Lettered Streets Neighborhood Egg Hunt
April 19 at 10 a.m.
This free annual festivity features an egg hunt for children in 5th grade and below, with a variety of fun opportunities for the whole family. Rest assured, your toddler can participate in a Special Hunt Area for their own age group, and there will be adult door prizes, an inflatable double slide, snacks, crafts, and games to enjoy as well. Find the fun at Fouts Park!
Egg Hunt at Arne Hanna Aquatic Center
April 19
A unique twist to the classic egg hunt archetype, this event is a swim featuring a multitude of hunts for eggs filled with candy and toys. There will be other activities to enjoy between the hunts, and you are advised to bring your swimsuits! Note: Children 6 and under will require an adult to be within their reach in the water.
Semiahmoo Easter Brunch
April 20 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
This beloved brunch at The Great Blue Heron will feature an array of delicious foods to choose from, such as honey-glazed ham, a prime rib carving station, bagels and lox, oysters, freshly baked pastries, fruit, bacon and more. The cost is $74 for adults, $25 for children 12 years and under, and children 5 and under are free.
Semiahmoo Egg Hunts
April 20 at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.
A Whatcom Easter activity favorite, these seaside egg hunts are bound to help create lasting family memories. The egg hunts will take place on Seaview Lawn with two age-appropriate sections (0-6 years and 7 years and up). Each family can find their own golden egg full of awesome prizes. With face painting, an Easter Bunny meet and greet, lawn games, music and more, don’t miss out on this spectacular celebration.
Easter Brunch at Chuckanut Bay Distillery
April 20
Check out the Chuckanut Bay Distillery in Bellingham’s newly renovated and revamped Grand Ballroom when you participate in this delicious Easter brunch. The brunch menu will include delicacies such as vanilla bean-infused crepes, and apricot-bourbon glazed ham alongside buffet fare with mimosas, a Bloody Mary bar and non-alcoholic drink options. Please note alcoholic beverages are a separate purchase. The price is $55 for adults, $30 for children 10 and under, and children 5 and under are free.
Glow in the Dark Easter Egg Hunt
April 20 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Suit up to search for glowing eggs amid the backdrop of Cornwall Park in Bellingham. This year, the organization hopes to set out 12,000 eggs for hunters to find alongside games, music, face painting and more family fun – with some surprises mixed in! This event is free, and the egg hunt starts promptly at 8:30 p.m.
