Tips to Make Easter with Your Family Memorable
Creating special moments with family is what truly makes life beautiful. With Christmas and Thanksgiving still months away, Easter offers the perfect chance to gather your loved ones and make lasting memories.
Whether you're a couple, a growing family, or playing host to a lively bunch of relatives, Easter is a golden opportunity to slow down and enjoy each other’s company. It doesn’t have to be complicated — in fact, the best moments often come from the simplest activities. From festive meals to creative crafts, Easter traditions can easily become joyful family favorites. This blog is packed with ideas to inspire your Easter festivities, helping you plan a fun, meaningful day filled with laughter, love, and maybe even a little chocolate.
1. Coloring Activities: Unleashing Creativity with Every Hue
One of the easiest and most delightful ways to kick off Easter morning is with a coloring session that everyone can enjoy. Adults get to slow down and relax, while kids let their creativity run wild — it's a win-win! At PrintsandNotes, we’ve got a charming bundle collection of Easter printable coloring pages that are perfect for setting a festive tone.
From cute bunnies and springtime flowers to inspirational Christian Easter coloring pages, there’s something for everyone in the family. These are especially great if you're looking to keep kids entertained while you’re prepping food or chatting with guests. You can even print out extra copies for visiting cousins or neighborhood friends who drop by.
Want to keep things budget-friendly? We’ve got plenty of free printable Easter coloring pages available too! Just print, pass out the crayons or colored pencils, and let the Easter masterpieces begin.
Tip: Hang up everyone's artwork afterward to create a sweet gallery wall or turn them into DIY greeting cards.
2. Simple Food: Keep It Chill with Brunch and Potluck Vibes
Let’s be real — Easter doesn’t have to be a second Thanksgiving. Instead of stressing over a big sit-down dinner, go for a relaxed brunch. Think: fresh fruit, scrambled eggs, muffins, pastries, and maybe a few mimosas for the adults. A casual spread keeps things low-key and lets you actually enjoy the day, not just cook for it.
If you’re hosting a bigger crowd or multiple families, consider a potluck-style brunch. It’s an easy way to lighten the workload and bring everyone together. You can even make it themed: assign different categories like “savory,” “sweet,” or “drinks,” and let guests show off their signature dishes. Don’t forget to keep a few kid-friendly items on hand — mini pancakes, fruit skewers, and bunny-shaped cookies are always a hit.
Also, try setting up an outdoor picnic if the weather’s nice. A few blankets on the grass, some finger foods, and sunshine can make your Easter brunch feel like a dream.
3. Plastic Eggs: The Smart and Sustainable Choice
Egg painting is a classic Easter tradition, but let’s face it — painting dozens of real eggs for a large group can get messy fast and leads to a lot of wasted food. Enter: plastic eggs! They’re colorful, reusable, and perfect for crafts, decorating, and egg hunts.
You can still have a mini session where each child paints one or two real eggs if they want the authentic experience. But for larger groups or egg hunts, plastic is the way to go. Fill them with candy, stickers, or even small toys for extra fun
Bonus: they won’t crack under pressure (literally), and you can reuse them year after year.
If you’re feeling extra crafty, let kids decorate plastic eggs with stickers, glitter, or washi tape. It’s a fun, low-mess activity that doubles as a take-home keepsake.
4. Involve Older Kids: Let Them Take the Lead
Easter is usually centered around the little ones, but don’t forget about the older kids in the family — they still want to feel included (even if they pretend they’re too cool for it).
A great way to involve them is by putting them in charge of hiding the Easter eggs. Give them a designated area and a basket full of pre-filled plastic eggs and let them create their own clever hiding spots. It adds a layer of mystery to the hunt and gives the older kids a leadership role they can take pride in.
They can also help run simple games, pass out coloring pages, or even be in charge of snapping photos to capture all the fun. Giving them little responsibilities makes them feel like they’re part of the day in a meaningful way.
5. The Golden Egg: A Twist That Adds Excitement
Want to up the excitement factor during your egg hunt? Add a few golden eggs into the mix. These special eggs can hold extra treats like chocolate coins, small toys, or even a couple of dollars (if you're feeling generous).
To keep it fair, announce that each child can only find one golden egg. This helps avoid meltdowns and ensures the fun is spread around. You can even let older kids hide the golden eggs in extra tricky spots to keep the suspense going.
Another fun twist: assign each color of egg a point value and have kids tally their scores at the end. Prizes can be as simple as choosing the next game, an extra cookie, or a silly paper crown.
At the end of the day, the most memorable Easters are the ones that feel personal. Whether you’re using our Easter printable coloring pages to kickstart the day or hiding a glittery golden egg in the backyard, it’s about the laughter, the small surprises, and the quality time together.
Keep it simple, keep it joyful, and make space for the little moments — because those are the ones you’ll remember. Happy Easter from all of us!