40+ Easter Games for Kids, Families, and Groups to Play This Spring
Spark laughter and teamwork with simple, egg-themed challenges that suit any celebration.
When spring arrives and Easter Sunday is on the horizon, families and friends gather to share traditions, enjoy delicious feasts, and—most importantly—create joyful memories. While egg decorating and bountiful brunches are classic activities, nothing brings people together quite like a lineup of fun-filled Easter games. Whether you’re planning a festive backyard gathering, a kids’ party indoors, or a church event for all ages, this guide offers a diverse selection of over 40 Easter games to entertain, energize, and engage everyone on your guest list.
Easter Egg Hunts: Classic and Creative Twists
No list of Easter games is complete without the iconic egg hunt. But beyond simply hiding and seeking, there are countless ways to mix up this tradition and add a new spark to the search—indoors or outdoors.
- Traditional Egg Hunt: Scatter colorful, filled eggs around the yard or home, and let hunters collect as many as they can. For older kids and adults, hide eggs in tricky spots for a greater challenge.
- Color-Coded Hunt: Assign each participant a color—everyone can only collect eggs in their designated shade, leveling the playing field for different ages.
- Golden Egg Surprise: Hide one special golden egg with a unique prize inside. The excitement of the golden find amps up everyone’s competitive spirit.
- Glow-in-the-Dark Egg Hunt: For evening fun, fill plastic eggs with glow sticks or battery-powered lights, then dim the lights for a thrilling nighttime search.
- Scavenger Egg Hunt: Turn your hunt into an adventure by adding clue cards or riddles that guide players to each new egg location.
Active Outdoor Easter Games
Spring weather is perfect for outdoor play. Set up your yard, park, or community center with these movement-based games that get everyone running, jumping, and laughing.
- Egg and Spoon Race: Each player balances a plastic or hard-boiled egg on a spoon and races toward the finish—if their egg drops, they must start again!
- Bunny Hop Sack Race: Use burlap bags or pillowcases for a hopping race. Add extra fun with bunny ear headbands for racers.
- Water Balloon ‘Egg’ Toss: Substitute eggs for water balloons, pairing up and tossing back and forth. Each successful round, partners step farther apart—last team with an unbroken “egg” wins.
- Hula Hoop Aim Game: Lay out hula hoops with assigned point values. Toss plastic eggs, bean bags, or small balls to score as many points as possible in a timed round.
- Bunny Bowling: Make bowling pins from empty water bottles and decorate with paper ears and faces. Use a softball or plastic egg as the bowling “ball.”
- Egg Rolling Contest: On a smooth surface, players roll eggs toward a finish line or try to knock down pins. Markers and obstacles can increase the challenge.
- Egg Disc Drop: Set up a board with numbered slots—players drop plastic discs from the top, aiming for the highest point totals.
Easy Games for Younger Kids
Keep preschoolers and early elementary kids smiling with games designed for shorter attention spans and simple rules.
- Easter Egg Mini Puzzles: Buy or DIY sets of small puzzles shaped like Easter eggs. Race to complete the puzzle—fastest wins a prize.
- Hungry Bunny Toss: Create a bunny face cut-out from cardboard with a wide “mouth” as the target. Toss beanbags or small balls into the bunny’s mouth.
- Easter Chicken Waddle: Hold a small plastic egg between your knees and “waddle” from start to finish, mimicking a baby chick. Drop the egg, and you must return to the start.
- Bunny Tail Tag: Pin a fluffy pom-pom (cotton ball) tail to each child’s back. Kids try to collect as many tails from others as possible in a set time.
Fun Indoor Easter Games
Don’t let spring showers dampen your spirits—there’s plenty of Easter fun to be had indoors. Try these playful activities requiring minimal space and setup.
- Freeze Dance (Easter Edition): Play Easter-themed songs like “Here Comes Peter Cottontail” or “The Bunny Hop.” When the music stops, everyone freezes—if you move, you’re out.
- Easter Bingo: Use a bingo board with icons like eggs, bunnies, chicks, and baskets—first to complete a line yells “Bingo!”
- Charades: Act out holiday-related phrases or objects (“dyeing eggs,” “baby chick hatching,” “bunny ears,” etc.), playing individually or in teams.
- Bunny Ears Ring Toss: Wear inflatable bunny ear headbands, and toss rings to score points—a hilarious twist for kids and adults.
- Easter Egg Stack: Using plastic eggs, race to see who can stack them the highest before they topple.
- Egg Spoon Obstacle Course: Balance an egg on a spoon while navigating a simple obstacle course laid out with pillows and boxes.
Group & Team Easter Games
| Game | Players | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Relay Egg Race | Teams of 3–6 | Carry an egg on a spoon, racing to tag the next teammate without dropping it. |
| Confetti Eggs Toss | 3+ | Toss hollowed eggs filled with confetti—getting “cracked” creates laughter and color! |
| Pass the Egg | Large groups | Stand in a circle and pass a plastic egg around while music plays. When the music stops, the holder completes a silly Easter challenge. |
| Bunny Headband Ring Toss | Teams of 2 | One wears bunny ears, the other tries to toss rings onto them. Switch roles after each round. |
| Egg Scramble Search | Families | Hide slips of paper in eggs with riddles. Teams solve each clue to reach the finish. |
DIY and Crafty Easter Game Ideas
Incorporate hands-on creativity by designing and building your own game boards and props. These DIY activities can entertain before, during, and after the main festivities:
- Pin the Tail on the Bunny: Draw or purchase a large bunny poster and prepare fluffy tails. Blindfolded players attempt to pin the tail in the right spot, closest wins.
- Egg Decorating Contest: Host a timed competition to see who can create the most original, artistic, or funny Easter egg design. Include special categories for “Best Use of Glitter” or “Silliest Face.”
- Jelly Bean Guessing Jar: Fill a glass jar with colorful jelly beans. Each guest guesses the total—closest wins the jar at the end of the party.
- Bunny Mask Making: Supply construction paper, markers, stickers, and pom-poms for kids to craft their own bunny masks, then parade their creations.
- Easter Egg Disc Drop: Create a vertical board with slots or pegs, drop discs at the top, and award points for the landing spot—great for little kids.
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Games for Teens and Adults
Keep the spirit of friendly competition alive for older kids, teens, and adults with these challenging or just plain silly activities:
- Egg Roulette: Use a dozen eggs—one is raw, the rest hard-boiled. Participants tap an egg on their forehead; whoever finds the raw one gets messy!
- Bunny Hop Dance-Off: Host a dance competition with Easter music and themed moves—best performance wins a special award.
- Egg Toss with a Twist: Blindfolded partners toss eggs, stepping farther apart after each catch. This tests trust and coordination.
- Trivia Egg Hunt: Hide eggs containing questions. Find one, answer the trivia correctly, and you keep the egg. Most eggs at the end wins.
- Bunny Ears Selfie Challenge: Provide bunny ear props and take the funniest, silliest, or most creative selfies. Vote and award prizes.
Easter Prize and Favor Ideas
A few simple rewards go a long way in making games extra exciting. Here are some ideas to suit all ages and group sizes:
- Mini chocolate bunnies or carrots
- Spring-themed stickers or activity books
- Colorful sidewalk chalk sets
- DIY craft kits or slime
- Gift cards for teens and adults
Top Tips for Hosting an Egg-cellent Easter Game Day
- Plan Games for All Ages: Offer a mix so everyone can join the fun, from toddlers to grandparents.
- Prep for the Weather: If outdoors, have a backup indoor location in case of rain.
- Keep Supplies Handy: Stock up on extra eggs, spoons, small prizes, and cleaning wipes for unexpected messes.
- Emphasize Fun Over Winning: Encourage participation and laughter—prizes are a bonus, not the focus.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How do I organize a successful Easter egg hunt for all ages?
Separate areas for different age groups, assign egg colors, and hide eggs at varied difficulty levels. Include both candy and non-candy prizes to appeal to everyone.
What are good indoor Easter games for rainy days?
Charades, bingo, freeze dance, egg stack races, and ring toss can all be played indoors with minimal space.
How can I make Easter games inclusive for adults and teens?
Choose team games (relay races, trivia hunts), add skill-based challenges, and offer appealing prizes like gift cards or gourmet treats.
How far in advance should I prepare Easter game supplies?
Start gathering materials 1–2 weeks in advance to allow time for DIY preparations, especially if making custom game boards or crafts.
Are there eco-friendly alternatives to plastic eggs?
Yes! Use real dyed eggs, reusable fabric eggs, or wooden eggs painted with non-toxic colors.
Conclusion
No matter the size of your gathering or the ages of your guests, these Easter games bring laughter, movement, and togetherness. With traditional favorites and crafty new ideas, your spring celebration will be one to remember. Mix and match games to suit your crowd, prep a basket of fun prizes, and get ready for a day filled with egg-citement!
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