Sweet Mickey's Candy Shoppe Annual Easter Egg Hunt
What: What better combo? Sweet Mickey's, the delicious old-fashioned candy shoppe, is holding their first annual Easter egg hunt at the Ballard Commons right next door to them. A raffle and games will follow the hunt, and the proceeds from the raffle tickets (which are on sale now) will benefit Blessings in a Backpack.
We also hear they have some delicious Easter baskets and Easter candy that you might still be able to get your hands on: malted eggs, Caramel Robin Eggs, foil eggs and solid chocolate bunnies made with white chocolate, milk, and dark. Mmm.
Where: Ballard Commons Park, 5501 22nd Ave NW
When: Saturday, March 30, 11 a.m.
More info: https://www.facebook.com/events/108704355970019/
Bunny Bounce at the Woodland Park Zoo
What: Bounce to Woodland Park Zoo for egg hunts on the North Meadow and Easter-themed treats for the zoo’s animal residents at the 12th annual Bunny Bounce.
The spring event offers amazing egg hunts for children ages 1 to 8, crafts, bunny encounters, and "eggs-citing" zoo programs throughout the day. Space for egg hunts might be limited and is open on a first-come, first-served basis. As part of the zoo’s conservation mission, families must bring their own egg hunt basket or reusable bag.
While the kiddies hunt for eggs, wildlife residents will nibble on specially made Easter baskets lined with flowers, berries and other favorite treats.
Where: Woodland Park Zoo: Enter through West Entrance at Phinney Ave. N. between N. 55th & N. 56th Sts. or South Entrance at N. 50th St. & Fremont Ave. N.
When:
- Bunny Bounce: 9:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
- Egg hunts for ages 3 and under are held in the Picnic Shelter near the North Meadow: 9:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
- Egg hunts for ages 3-5 and 6-8 in the North Meadow: 10:00 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 11:00 a.m., 11:30 a.m., noon, 1:00 p.m., 1:30 p.m., 2:00 p.m.
Price: Bunny Bounce and Easter treats for the animals are free with zoo admission or membership. Zoo admission through April 30: Adult (13-64) $12.75; Child (3-12) $8.75; Toddler (0-2) Free.
Active, retired, and veteran U.S. military and their families, seniors and people with physical disabilities receive an admission discount. Zoo members receive free zoo admission year round
More info: www.zoo.org
Spring Candy and Egg Hunt at community centers
Join your neighbors for the quickest special event of the year; the Spring Candy and Egg Hunt! Plan enough time to park and find your age group’s hunt area. After the hunt, join us inside for some playtime, crafts, and a snack. This event takes place rain or shine. Be sure to bring a basket or bag to put all of your goodies in! We will also collect non-perishable food items for the local food bank.
Where:
- Ballard Community Center, 6020 28th Ave. NW*
- Bitter Lake Community Center Annex, 13040 Greenwood Ave. N
- Loyal Heights Community Center, 2101 NW 77th St.
- Magnolia Community Center, 2550 34th Ave, W.
When: Saturday, March 30, 10 a.m. sharp!
Price: Free
Ballard Farmers Market
What: Ballard Farmers Market confirmed that they will be open on Easter Sunday, which means you can get all your last minute food shopping done. Ham! Eggs! Veggies! All the workings you could ever dream of with the freshest ingredients, from local farmers, and at your favorite neighborhood market.
Where: Ballard Farmers Market, Ballard Avenue NW, between Vernon Place NW and 22nd Avenue NW
When: Sunday, March 31, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
More info: http://ballardfarmersmarket.wordpress.com
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