Can you own a rabbit as a pet in Queensland?

Unfortunately, as much as we would all love our own little Bugs Bunny as a pet at home, it is actually illegal to do so. This is because as cute as they seem, they actually cause severe land degradation and soil erosion and threaten the survival of many rare and endangered native species. Limited types of permits can be granted for domestic rabbits but only for research purposes, public display, magic acts, and circuses. Before a permit is granted, guidelines must be met.

Wild Rabbits

Current rabbit numbers are relatively low in South-east Queensland due in part to the Darling Downs-Moreton rabbit proof fence. Even so, it is possible to see rabbits in the wild in Brisbane and south east Queensland. They tend to live in areas where they can create burrows, with fallen trees and thick grass. They also like to be near the water. 

Farms

Interactive Animal Area at White Ridge Farm

If you would love to cuddle a rabbit up close, there are several farms in south-east Queensland that have permission to keep them as barnyard pets. 

White Ridge Farm

Nestled between Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast, White Ridge Farm is located just 5 minutes away from Caboolture and 8 minutes from the Bruce Highway. The farm is massive, with a lot to see and do, but it is the interactive animal area where their resident rabbits live. Here, you can meet with some pretty fluffy friends and even give them a brush and a feed.

Address: 130 Hamilton Rd, Elimbah

Trevena Glen Farm

Trevena Glen Farm offers visitors unique, hands-on experiences with all of their animals. They are licenced to display rabbits, and if you visit the farm, you can collect vegetables from their garden and then feed and interact with their pet rabbits.

Address: 1100 Winn Road, Mount Samson

The Llama Farm

Ipswich’s Llama Farm may be well known for its unique llama population but you won’t want to leave without visiting Floppsy, Moppsy, Toffee and Pepper too. These are their resident Flemish Giants, which are one of the oldest and largest breeds of rabbits in the world.

Address: 563 Riverside Drive, Pine Mountain

Maleny Botanic Gardens and Bird World

A visit to Maleny Botanic Gardens and Bird world will see you wandering through picturesque gardens, marvelling at the array of exotic birds and patting the cutest animals at Farm Friends. It is here you can also get up close with the very fluffy and serious adorable rabbits which call the farmyard their home. 

Address: 233 Maleny-Stanley River Road, Maleny.

Sanctuaries and Zoos

Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary

Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary have recently added a new addition to their vast animal collection – rabbits!  With the opening of their Outback Springs experience the sanctuary have introduced a range of barnyard animals to meet, feed and play with. Amongst there are group of rare Lop-Eared Rabbits alongside other rabbit breeds. 

Address: 28 Tomewin St, Currumbin

Wildlife HQ

Wildlife HQ is one of our favourite, family-friendly zoos. Located right next to the Big Pineapple, its spacious grounds are filled with a huge array of animals – both native and exotic – including rabbits too! If you want to see these guys when at the zoo, they actually have an enclosure dedicated to rabbits and guinea pigs..

Address: 76 Nambour Connection Road, Woombye

Party Entertainment

Old Macdonald’s Travelling Farm

Old Macdonald’s Travelling Farms can bring the rabbits to you! With a number of mobile farms operating in and around south east Queensland, you can book their barnyard animals in for a visit next time you are thinking of hosting a party at home. There are rabbits to meet, feed and pet galore!

Magicians

I’m sure you’ve heard the saying “pull a rabbit out of a hat”? Derived from the famous magician’s trick of pulling one out of their top hat, there are actually quite a few magicians in and around Brisbane that perform this trick in their act. One such act is Awesome Adam, who you can hire for your kids’ party and comes complete with a fluffy bunny that miraculously appears!

For other animal experiences you might also like:

Animal Encounters Near Brisbane

Why do we celebrate Easter?

To understand why so many of the symbols of Easter are used, it is important to go back to to the origins of why we celebrate this day each year in the first place.

One of the most important dates in the Christian calendar, the Easter three-day long weekend celebrates the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ.  In the Bible, Jesus died on the cross on Good Friday.  He was then buried for three days before being resurrected and gaining new life on Easter Sunday.  For this reason, so many of the symbols of Easter are centred around the cross and the creation of new life.

Symbols of Easter

The Cross

One of the most powerful religious Easter symbols is the cross.  In the Bible, Jesus is said to have been crucified on the cross on Good Friday. This symbol represents the Christian belief of not only the sacrifices Jesus made in dying to save our sins but in the miracle of him rising again on the third day.

Hot cross buns

The Christmas tinsel has only just come down, and almost immediately, the supermarkets are overflowing with hot cross buns.  For many people, they are the first sign that Easter is on its way, and a store filled with warm, tasty favourites is usually emptied just as quickly by eager shoppers.

The small square buns feature a cross made of flour paste across the top, which of course symbolises the cross on which Jesus Christ died. The spices in hot cross buns are said to represent those used to prepare Christ for the tomb.

You can have a go at making your own hot cross buns from this popular online recipe from Taste.

Baby Chicks

Baby Chicks are a common symbol of Easter. They are born by hatching from an egg and symbolise new life and fertility. This once again links back to Jesus Christ being reborn on Easter Sunday and the beginning of new life.

We have a super cute (and easy) Easter Egg Carton Chicken craft your kids will love!

Easter eggs

The egg symbolises the story of Christ’s resurrection in many ways. Already a pagan symbol of fertility and rebirth, the Christian Easter tradition likens the eggshell to the tomb in which Jesus’ body lay for three days. Therefore, breaking open the eggs is meant to symboliee Jesus rising again and leaving the tomb.

Coloured Easter Eggs

For many families, one of the most enjoyable Easter crafts they do together is painting hard-boiled or blown eggs for decoration. Although we already know that the egg symbolises rebirth and the tomb in which Jesus Christ laid for three days, there is actually a reason why painted eggs have become an Easter tradition too.  In the early Christian Church eggs were dyed a red colour to symbolise the blood that Jesus shed when crucified.  Over the years, the eggs were not just dyed red but painted with small Biblical scenes.

Make your own painted eggs with our simple Easter Egg Painting Craft.

Chocolate and Easter Sweets

Ever wondered why the Easter celebration is traditionally filled with chocolate and sweets?

Lent is a 40 day season of prayer and fasting that begins on Ash Wednesday and ends at sundown on Holy Thursday.  It’s a period of preparation to celebrate the Lord’s Resurrection at Easter and is done to commemorate the 40 days Jesus Christ spent fasting in the desert and enduring the temptation of Satan.

During Lent, sweets and chocolates are not allowed, and so as Easter follows straight afterwards, it has become a tradition to enjoy the many sweets and chocolates that are prohibited on the celebratory days that follow.

The Easter Bunny

Victoria Park easter bunny

So with all this talk of chicken and eggs, where did the idea of the Easter Bunny come from and with him, one of THE most recognisable symbols of Easter?

There are several reasons why the bunny became a central figure in our Easter celebrations. Originating from the pagan festival of Eostre, whose goddess was represented by a rabbit, the rabbit was considered another symbol of fertility and rebirth due to how quickly they reproduce.

These sweet little Easter Bunny Mashmallow Pops are simple to make and a great addition to your Easter dessert spread!

Easter Egg Hunts

The Easter Egg Hunt is one of the most popular events on Easter Sunday for children.  As we know, eggs are symbolic in the Christian Easter celebration for representing life, rebirth and Christ’s resurrection.  Did you know that this fun little tradition symbolises the search for Jesus’ body?  This occurred on Easter Sunday when he rose again, the tomb was found open and empty and he was nowhere to be found.

The Lamb

Have you ever heard about the sayings “the sacrificial lamb” and “taking the lamb to the slaughter”?  Regarding Easter, baby animals in general are seen as representing rebirth and new life.  The lamb, though, is said to represent Jesus Christ himself.  In the Bible, it reads that Jesus was sent to Earth to sacrifice his life on Good Friday to save our sins. Like a lamb to the slaughter. He was led to his death for the sake of all others.

Easter Candles

Easter candles are often lit over the long weekend in churches and homes around the world. They are said to represent the light of Jesus Christ.

Easter Lillies

As candles light up homes at Easter, lilies are usually on full display too.  Easter lilies often feature in floral displays during the Easter celebration due to the many legends surrounding their existence in the story of Christ’s resurrection. It is believed by many that lilies grew up from the earth around the cross where Jesus died.  Also, according to the Bible, the petals of the white lily signify virginity, purity and the radiant soul of the Virgin Mary. 

For these reasons, Easter lilies have come to be a symbol of everlasting life, purity and new life.

Easter Bonnets / Hat

Easter bonnet and hat parades are a tradition that most schools and young children enjoy being a part of each year. The idea is to decorate your hat with an elaborate and fancy display relating to the Easter celebration. 

It is believed that this tradition stemmed from the superstition that wearing new clothes to church on Easter Sunday would bring good fortune.  New clothes are also seen to bring ‘new life’ to those who wear them.  Over time, these creations became more elaborate, with members eventually parading their finery for all after their Sunday service each year.

Palm branches

A Christian service is held the week before Easter known as Palm Sunday. During this service, palm fronds are used to recreate Jesus’ arrival into Jerusalem ahead of his crucifixion.  The Bible states that the people of Jerusalem laid palms and other items ahead of him as he travelled and are now recognised as an Easter peace symbol.

Pretzels and soft breads

In early times, Catholics weren’t allowed to eat eggs, fat, or milk during Lent. As pretzels require only flour, salt, and water, they became a popular food during this period.

It is said that their shape symbolises the common prayer position with arms crossed. In many other countries, soft and sweet breads are used to mark the end of Lent and are usually adorned with crosses, pictures of lambs or eggs.

If you enjoyed reading all about the symbols of Easter, you may also enjoy:

How to Explain Easter to Kids

Creating Easter Memories – Ideas and Tips

Check out all the events on in and around Brisbane in the lead up to Easter where your Brisbane Kids can meet the fluffy white bunny and maybe get a delicious Easter treat!

Festivals and Other Easter Events

Meet the Easter Bunny at Tom’s Confectionary Warehouse

Meet the Easter Bunny himself every weekend until Easter at Tom’s and have you photo taken with The Easter Bunny! 

When: Every Saturday and Sunday in March, 11am – 2pm

Where: Tom’s Confectionary Warehouse, 4/358 Nudgee Rd, Hendra

Details: Free event

Find out more here https://brisbanekids.com.au/series/meet-the-easter-bunny-at-toms-confectionery-warehouse/

Bands in the Park : Easter Bunny Boogie 

Watch out for the Easter Bunny who is hopping around in New Farm Park with Easter eggs, food trucks and music from Law Society Big Band, Bayside Brass and Rivercity Steel Band.

When: 10 March, 12pm – 3pm

Where: New Farm Park 

Details: Free event

Find out more here https://brisbanekids.com.au/event/bands-in-the-park-easter-bunny-boogie/

Broadwater Pavilion Easter Market

So much family fun at an Easter themed market with visits from the Easter Bunny, kids craft, face painting and a mix of amazing stallholders & food trucks.

When: 23 March, 8am – 2pm

Where: Broadwater Parklands

Details: Free entry

Find out more here https://brisbanekids.com.au/event/broadwater-pavillion-easter-market

Everleigh Easter Movie Night 

Indulge in free popcorn and Easter eggs as the entire family watches ‘Clifford the Big Red Dog’ under the stars at the first ever movie screening at the AFL oval, with the Easter Bunny, games, and food trucks.

When:  23 March

Where: Everleigh AFL Oval

Details: Free event 

Find out more here https://brisbanekids.com.au/event/everleigh-easter-movie-night/

Easter Picnic in the Park 

Hop along to Jingeri Park for an Easter-themed picnic with live music, a visit from the Easter Bunny, an Easter egg hunt, food trucks, roving performers, free games, and face painters. 

When: 24 March

Where: Jingeri Park,  Herston

Details: Free event

Find out more here https://brisbanekids.com.au/event/easter-picnic-in-the-park/

Easter Egg Hunt and Neighbourhood Day 

Bring your family and friends and explore the community stalls where you can connect with your neighbours while the kids enjoy the Easter egg hunt and a visit from the Easter Bunny.

When: 24 March

Where: Teralba Park

Details: Free event

Find out more here

Details: Free event www.brisbanekids.com.au/event/easter-egg-hunt-and-neighbour-day/

Sundayz Easter Market

See the Easter Bunny hopping along at an Easter market featuring over 60 quality handmade stalls, food, music, coffee, cold drinks, undercover eating area and a free kids zone. 

When: 24 March, 8am – 12pm

Where: Rocks Riverside Park

Details: Free entry

Find out more here www.brisbanekids.com.au/event/sundayz-easter-market/

Bluewater Festival

Watch the Multihull Yacht Race star and enjoy a day full of fun activities, including live bands, kids’ workshops, rides, food and markets, culminating in a beach party and fireworks. 

When: 28 & 29 March 

Where: Lower Moora Park

Details: Free event

Find out more here https://brisbanekids.com.au/event/bluewater-festival

Redcliffe Markets Good Friday Pop-Up Market

Meet the Easter Bunny, go on an Easter Egg Hunt, browse the designer-makers, enjoy the festive entertainment and décor, and soak up the market atmosphere. 

When: 29 March 8am – 3pm & 31 March 8am – 2pm

Where: Redcliffe Parade

Details: Free entry

Find out more here https://brisbanekids.com.au/event/redcliffe-markets-good-friday-pop-up-market/2023-04-09

Scarborough Easter Twilight Market

Hop on down to Scarborough Easter Twilight Market with heaps of Easter family fun including an Easter egg hunt, free face painting, live music and of course lots of market stalls. 

When: 30 March, 12pm – 6pm

Where: Endeavour Park, Scarborough 

Details: Free entry

Find out more here https://brisbanekids.com.au/event/newport-easter-twilight-market/

Easter Eggstravaganza 

The Easter Bunny will be delivering 6,000 eggs to the Sandstone Point Hotel for their annual egg hunt and will then stay on to enjoy the live music and entertainment. 

When: 31 March

Where: Sandstone Point Hotel

Details: Free event- pre-registration required for Easter egg hunt

Find out more here https://brisbanekids.com.au/event/easter-eggstravaganza

Easter at Victoria Park 

Victoria Park will host a special guest appearance from none other than the Easter Bunny! Take part in The Great Easter Bunny Trail on this day for your chance to meet the Easter Bunny in real life. Suited for all ages.

When: 31 March, 9am – 1pm

Where: Victoria Park (The closest parking to the event site is located on Gilchrist Avenue.)

Details: Free event

Find out more here https://brisbanekids.com.au/event/easter-at-victoria-park/

Shopping Centres

Also, remember that The Easter Bunny may be hopping around your local shopping centre so keep a lookout! 

Tips for making the most of your Easter Bunny meeting

Take a camera or phone for an Easter Bunny selfie.

Keep your eyes peeled at your local shopping centre, as he often wanders around the shops giving out Easter eggs.

Take a basket or bag along with you so little hunters have somewhere to store their eggs.

Arrive early at the event to ensure you don’t miss the chance to meet the Easter Bunny.

Check if you need to book before you go.

Make sure you don’t miss any of the other fun and family-friendly Easter Holiday events in Brisbane; take a look at our Brisbane Kids Event Calendar.

Things to do on Easter Sunday

There are loads of great Easter events happening in and around Brisbane, and lots of places to visit that are open this Easter Sunday, the 31st of March 2024! Here are our top picks for places to go on Easter Sunday for a whole lot of family fun.

Fairy Tales Exhibition and Children’s Art Centre | GOMA

If you are chasing a little bit of culture with the kids this Easter Sunday then a trip to GOMA in South Brisbane could be the perfect way to spend your Easter Sunday.  Currently, their main exhibition is Fairy Tales – although be warned, this has been reviewed by many as being a little dark for younger audiences. Their delightful Children’s Art Centre though has two hands on and interactive art activities that kids can immerse themselves in for both the Natalya Hughes and Jakkai Siributr exhibitions. You can find out about both of these here.

Jurassic World by Brickman | Queensland Museum

What is open on Easter Sunday in Brisbane?

There are also lots of other places and events that you can still enjoy on Easter Sunday! Head over to our Events Calendar to see our full listings for Sunday 31 March.  

Many museums and galleries are open at Easter, with several special exhibitions or events happening.

At South Brisbane, there are the Sciencentre and Discovery Centre exhibitions on display at the Queensland Museum. At the Gallery of Modern Art (GOMA) you can check out Fairy Tales while at the Museum of Brisbane there is still a chance to visit the Rearranged: Art of the Flower exhibition.

In Ipswich, you can check out the Ipswich Art Gallery or visit The Workshops Rail Museum.

Fun things to do at Easter

Be sure to check out our Easter page here, which is jam-packed with resources and ideas to make your Easter super special. Our 10 Fun Things to Do at Easter with Kids is the perfect starting point for Easter inspiration!

Easter egg hunts

Of course, Easter wouldn’t be the same without a traditional Easter egg hunt! Make yours extra fun this year, with our Egg-citing Easter Egg Hunt Ideas.

And fear not, Easter egg hunts are not just for little kids — now everyone can get in on the action! How about some of these awesome Easter Egg Hunt Ideas for Older Kids?

Easter crafts

Whether it’s making cards or decorating eggs, kids love to get involved in Easter crafts. Here are a few cool crafts to get your kids’ creativity flowing!

• Easter Colouring Pages
• DIY Felt Easter Baskets
• Lollipop Bunnies
• Easter Sun Catchers
• Chick Pop-up Cards and Easy Daffodils
• No-sew Sock Bunny
• DIY Paper Easter Baskets
• Easy Easter Garland
• Hatching Egg Pegs
• and … What to Do with Leftover Easter Eggs!

More Easter Fun

There are many other awesome ideas for things to do on Easter Sunday with kids. Telling Easter Jokes for Kids and reading Easter Books for Kids are lovely pastimes.

It is also lovely to think about beginning some family Easter traditions to make this time of year extra special for kids. We have loads of ideas for you in our inspirational article Creating Easter Memories — Ideas and Tips.

And Easter doesn’t have to be all about chocolate and lollies! For other ideas, be sure to check out our 30 Awesome Non-chocolate Easter Gift Ideas.

Wishing you all a very HAPPY EASTER from everyone here at Brisbane Kids!

Categorised by Family, Drama and Shorts sections (we left the horror section out) and listed in chronological order, there are quite a few old and new ones to share with the family.

We have tried to ensure every single movie listed is family-friendly but note that some of the older ones can be a bit “loose” in their definition of family-friendly and viewing is always at the discretion of the adult carer. 

So, without further adieu, grab yourself a bowl of popcorn (or a handful of Easter Eggs) and settle in to work your way through our list of EVERY. EASTER. MOVIE. EVER. MADE!

Family 

Easter Parade (1948)

A nightclub performer hires a naive chorus girl to become his new dance partner to make his former partner jealous and to prove he can make any partner a star.

Here Comes Peter Cottontail (1971 TV Movie)

With the help of a time machine, Peter Cottontail must rescue Easter from the hands of the malicious Irontail.

The Easter Bunny Is Comin’ to Town.  (1977 TV Movie)

The Mailman decides to stop another deluge of letters by answering questions about the Easter Bunny.

Bugs Bunny’s Easter Special (1977 TV Special)

Easter-themed showcase of classic Warner Bros. cartoons, hosted by Bugs Bunny and Granny.

Easter Fever (1980 TV Movie)

A jive-talking Easter Bunny named Jack decides to retire, so his friends throw him a crazy roast before he officially hangs up his basket.

The Berenstain Bears’ Easter Surprise (1981 TV Movie)

A very inquisitive Brother Bear is wondering why Spring is taking so long to arrive. With Easter approaching and a new arrival to the Bear family on the way, Brother looks for answers, and Mama teaches him the true meaning of Spring.

More About the Children of Noisy Village (1987)

There are only a handful of children living in Bullerbyn. This film follows their story through the fall and winter, picking up at the moment “The Children of Noisy Village” finishes.

Easter Egg Mornin’ (1991 TV Movie)

Picasso “Speedy” Cottontail likes to boast of his fame as the egg-painting Easter bunny. However, when the chickens who lay all those eggs go on strike, Speedy finds himself in a fix. Speedy learns an important lesson about cooperation–as he and his barnyard friends bring a happy Easter to children everywhere.

Lotta 2 – Lotta flyttar hemifrån (1993)

A feisty five-year-old girl Lotta decides to move away from home. And no, she doesn’t want to put on the stupid sweater.

Yogi the Easter Bear (1994 TV Movie)

Yogi and Boo Boo awake from hibernation on Easter morning. Yogi brags that his ancestor gave the Easter Bunny his start, and drags out the family album to begin his story.

The First Easter Egg (1997 TV Movie)

A little bunny goes in search of an Easter gift for his mother. A friendly chicken gives him a beautiful egg, but on his way home the bunny encounters several characters that have their own plans for the gift.

Baby Huey’s Great Easter Adventure (1999 Video)

A boy and his friends must save Baby Huey from the evil plans of a Las Vegas producer and the high school ornithologist.

The Great Easter Egg Hunt (2000 Video)

See Whiskers and his toy friends Harley, Celeste, Sabre, Trogg and VCR come alive as they search for the real Easter Bunny and his legendary Magic Egg, that can help their sick owner Peter, get well in time for Easter.

The Miracle Maker (2000)

In this retelling of the life of Christ, his experiences are recreated using claymation.

Jonah: A VeggieTales Movie (2002)

Who’s not a fan of VeggieTales? Introduce your kids to these cute fruits and veggies this Easter with Jonah: A VeggieTales Movie. 

Baby Looney Tunes: Eggs-traordinary Adventure (2003 Video)

The Baby Looney Tunes characters go on a search for the true meaning of Easter.

Winnie the Pooh: Springtime with Roo (2003 Video)

Roo is upset when Rabbit cancels Easter and declares “Spring Cleaning Day” instead.

Ben Hur (2003 Video)

When a Jewish prince is betrayed and sent into slavery by a Roman friend, he regains his freedom and comes back for revenge.

The Easter Egg Adventure (2004)

In a village where chickens and rabbits live in harmony, a group of Egg Town’s residents brave the dangers of the swamp.

Here Comes Peter Cottontail: The Movie (2005 Video)

A bunny called Irontail turns evil after losing the chance to become the next Easter Bunny to Peter Cottontail. He and his co-conspirators concoct a plan to bring about a permanent winter and only Peter’s son and his friends can stop them.

Mickey’s Great Clubhouse Hunt (2007 Video)

Mickey and the gang are preparing for an Easter party; however, Pete says the password incorrectly, blowing the clubhouse away, and Mickey must travel far and wide to get it together again.

Hank and Mike (2008)

Two downsized Easter bunnies friendship starts to suffer when the multi-national corporation that owns all holidays decides to make some serious cutbacks. 

Hop (2011)

E.B., the Easter Bunny’s teenage son, heads to Hollywood, determined to become a drummer in a rock ‘n’ roll band. In LA, he’s taken in by Fred after the out-of-work slacker hits E.B. with his car.

VeggieTales: Twas the Night Before Easter (2011 Video)

It’s Easter time in Crisper County and cable news reporter Marlee Meade is hunting for a way to help others.

Rise of the Guardians (2012)

When the evil spirit Pitch launches an assault on Earth, the Immortal Guardians team up to protect the innocence of children all around the world.

Pieces of Easter (2013)

An arrogant young executive is forced to rely on the assistance of a grizzled, reclusive farmer to get her home in time for the upcoming Easter holiday with her estranged family.

An Easter Bunny Puppy (2013)

A Mystery writer is not thrilled when she’s assigned to write a children’s book, “An Easter Bunny Puppy.” Out of ideas, she asks her daughter for help. Meanwhile, her dog, RUSS, the narrator of the story, digs up a priceless Faberge egg buried in the woods and takes it home with him, unaware that he’s trailing a thief who stole the egg.

The Dog Who Saved Easter (2014)

A canine (Mario Lopez) springs into action when three criminals try to sabotage a day care for dogs.

The Great Disney Easter Egg Hunt (2015 TV Movie)

A revealing look at some of the best hidden Easter Eggs in Disney films.

Rabbit School: Guardians of the Golden Egg(2017)
Rabbit Max, a juvenile shoplifter, gets trapped in an old-fashioned school. With rabbit girl Emmy, he acquires Easter Rabbits’ secret skills, battles a sneaky fox family and learns about friendship.

Easter Under Wraps(2019)

Erin Cavendish goes undercover at her family’s chocolate plant to see why sales are down when she meets head chocolatier, Bryan, who has new ideas on how to update the Easter product line.

Easter Land(2019)

Santa and his reindeers join together to save Benny the Easter Bunny from the dreaded Land of Holiday Misfits and save Easter for children all around the world.

Easter Land 2 (2020)

Benny the Easter Bunny is planning the biggest egg hunt of all time with his best bird pal, Henrietta, and their trusty sidekick, Cosmo, but Rabblerouser casts an ancient spell which put Easter in danger. Can Santa and his reindeer save Easter in time?

Hodge Saves Easter (2020)

When a powerful golden egg is stolen by Dracula and Frankenstein, the Easter Bunny must enlist the help of his dimwitted big brother.

Drama

Crown of Thorns (1923)

An anarchist jailed for an attempted assassination is told the Passion story by the prison chaplain, who seeks to convince him that it is better to sacrifice one’s own life than take the life of one’s enemy.

Ben-Hur: A Tale of the Christ (1925)

A Jewish prince seeks to find his family and revenge himself upon his childhood friend who had him wrongly imprisoned.

The King of Kings (1927)

Behold the Man (1935)

The Robe (1953)

In the Roman province of Judea during the 1st century, Roman tribune Marcellus Gallio is ordered to crucify Jesus of Nazareth but is tormented by his guilty conscience afterward.

I Beheld His Glory (1953 TV Movie)

A film celebrating the inspiring events of Jesus’ last days is a faithful adaptation taken directly from The New Testament.

Rebel Without a Cause (1955)

A rebellious young man with a troubled past comes to a new town, finding friends and enemies.

The Ten Commandments (1956)

The greatest Biblical epic ever made, Cecil B. DeMille’s The Ten Commandments is a masterpiece.

Ben-Hur (1959)

When a Jewish prince is betrayed and sent into slavery by a Roman friend, he regains his freedom and comes back for revenge.

King of Kings (1961)

Jesus Christ faces religious and political oppression during his ministry and in the days before his death and resurrection.

Barabbas (1961)

Barabbas, the criminal that Pontius Pilate induced the populace to vote to set free, so that Christ could be crucified, is haunted by the image of Jesus for the rest of his life.

The Greatest Story Ever Told (1965)

An all-star, large scale epic movie that chronicles the life and ministry of Jesus Christ.

Jesus Christ Superstar (1972)

Jesus Christ Superstar (1972 TV Movie)

Jesus Christ Superstar (1973)

Film version of the musical stage play, presenting the last few weeks of Christ’s life told in an anachronistic manner.

Ocean of Mercy (1978)

A 160-minute version of the life of Jesus Christ filmed entirely with a cast and crew of Christian Indians in India.

Jesus (1979)

Based on the gospel of Luke in the New Testament, here is the life of Jesus from the miraculous virgin birth to the calling of his disciples, public miracles and ministry, ending with his death by crucifixion at the hands of the Roman empire and resurrection on the third day.

The Day Christ Died (1980 TV Movie)

The Crucifixion of Christ seen more from a political and historical point of view than a spiritual one.

The Last Temptation of Christ (1988)

The life of Jesus Christ, his journey through life as he faces the struggles all humans do, and his final temptation on the cross.

The Visual Bible: Matthew (1993)

The year is about 62 A.D., and the aging apostle Matthew recalls the remarkable events he witnessed as a young man.

The Visual Bible: The Gospel of John (2003)

The story of Jesus’ life as told by the apostle John, narrated by Christopher Plummer.

The Passion of the Christ (2004)

Depicts the final twelve hours in the life of Jesus of Nazareth, on the day of his crucifixion in Jerusalem.

Ben Hur (2006 TV Movie)

Color of the Cross (2006)

A retelling of the events leading up to the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, based on the idea that he was a black man whose death was a racially motivated hate crime.

Son of Man (2006)

One man’s journey of love, deception and betrayal in contemporary South Africa. Based on the New Testament.

Color of the Cross 2: The Resurrection (2008)

After the crucifixion of Jesus, the disciples go into hiding believing their lives are in danger. They had lost all hope that Jesus would come back to them as He had prophesied. Three days after his death, Mary Magdalene, Mary the mother of Jesus, and other women go up to the tomb to put spices on Christ’s body. They are shocked to find the tomb completely empty. Jesus’ body is gone.

Jesus Christ Superstar (2013 Video)

Son of God (2014)

The life story of Jesus is told from his humble birth through his teachings, crucifixion and ultimate resurrection.

The Gospel of John (2014)

The life and toils of Jesus Christ, depicted as written in the gospel of John. Narrated in English, following the New International Version of the scripture, while the actors speak in Aramaic.

Killing Jesus (2015 TV Movie)

A miniseries chronicling the life of Jesus of Nazareth.

The Gospel of John with Joe Boyd (2016)

The story of Jesus has been told and retold more than any story in history, but Joe Boyd explores the mysteries of this ancient tale in a one-man show that utilizes his unique balance of comedy, sincere drama, and historical insights.

Risen (2016)

In 33 AD, a Roman Tribune in Judea is tasked to find the missing body of Jesus Christ, who rose from the dead.

Ben-Hur (2016)

Judah Ben-Hur, a prince falsely accused of treason by his adopted brother, an officer in the Roman army, returns to his homeland after years at sea to seek revenge, but finds redemption.

Ben Hur (2016)

Retired gladiator Juda Ben Hur helps a group of young vigilantes in their quest to remove the Romans from their homeland once and for all.

Shorts

Funny Little Bunnies (1934)

Bosko’s Easter Eggs (1937)

Bosko decides to help his girlfriend Honey collect eggs to color for Easter. He and his dog Bruno have all kinds of trouble with the chickens.

The Egg Cracker Suite (1943)

Oswald the Lucky Rabbit, in his last animated short, conducts a symphony with a whole gaggle of hens (and one ostrich) to lay eggs for Easter. Each rabbit gets an egg, and the smallest one is (un)lucky enough to get the ostrich egg.

Springtime for Pluto (1944)

Seduced by a satyr, Pluto celebrates spring. He goes around enjoying the scents, then imitating various animals.

Easter Yeggs (1947)

Bugs Bunny delivers eggs for the lazy Easter Bunny; he encounters a sadistic brat and a rabbit stew-hungry Elmer Fudd.

Happy Go Ducky (1958)

The Easter bunny brings an egg for Tom and Jerry that hatches into the little duckling. He keeps getting into water he shouldn’t: the aquarium, water cooler, bathtub, sink, as the boys keep rescuing it. They try to give the duck back to the Easter bunny – no go. 

It’s the Easter Beagle, Charlie Brown! (1974 TV Short)

The Peanuts gang prepare for Easter in their own clumsy ways.

The First Easter Rabbit (1976 TV Short)

A beloved toy stuffed rabbit is rescued by a fairy to be the first Easter Rabbit.

The Smurfs Springtime Special (1982 TV Short)

The evil wizard Gargamel, who hates Spring because it makes the Smurfs happy and he hates happiness, devises a scheme to put Mother Nature to sleep, stop the arrival of spring, and freeze the Smurfs out of their village.

Peter and the Magic Egg (1983 TV Short)

A boy named Peter must save Easter. An evil character named Tin Whiskers takes over the town and re-names everything including the streets to have tin in the name. He has several animal friends who help him and Mother Nature even gives him help.

The Easter Story (1989 Video)

An animated retelling of the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ.

Tiny Toons Spring Break (1994 TV Short)

Buster, Babs and the entire ‘Tiny Toons’ gang decided to take a trip to Ft. Lauderdale for Spring Break. Meanwhile, Elmrya believes that Buster is the Easter Bunny, and with the help of Samuel Gerard they go on a mission to capture Buster.

The Easter Chipmunk (1995 TV Short)

The First Easter (2001 Video)

Here is an excellent program to teach children ages 4-10 the meaning and significance of the crucifixion and resurrection.

The First Easter Bunny (2003)

Spacemen, Go-go Girls and the Great Easter Hunt (2006 Video)

An evil alien Space Bunny has come to Earth and replaced the Easter Bunny. The aliens and the go-go girls are forced to team up to bring this evil monster to justice!

Easter Eggs (2010)

While the father is on duty, the mother is secretly celebrating Easter with children.

The Grand Easter Egg Hunt (2010)

It is Easter at Small Birds Singing and the Unbelievable family looks forward to their traditional Grand Egg Hunt- guns at the ready.

Paashaat (2011)

A merry Easter morning in the Northern-European countryside is thoroughly spoiled, when one of carrot farmer and hunter conscientiously sharpened carrots strikes the heart of an Easter bunny hopping around carelessly.

Ice Age: The Great Egg-Scapade (2016)

When Sid takes a job as an egg nanny, he’s unaware an old enemy has plans of his own. The shenanigans lead to the first egg hunt and creation of popular Easter traditions.

Curious George: Egg Hunting (2017)

In this six-episode collection, join Curious George as he and his friends search for an egg’s missing nest, rescue hungry bunnies, explore the magic of colours and more.

Guess How Much I Love You: An Enchanting Easter (2017)

When Little Nutbrown hare leads an expedition to find a pure white fawn, the friends don’t really believe one exists, but when they do find her, they are reminded the world is full of wondrous creatures.

These are just the Easter movies we know of. We understand younger children have a short attention span, and love what they love, so around Easter time be sure to check streaming services and places like ABC Kids for Easter episodes of their favourite shows. In the past shows like Peppa Pig, Dora the Explorer, Bluey and Hey Duggee showcase Easter-themed episodes around Easter, so keep your eyes open for these. 

If you know of any other Easter movies, be sure to let us know in the comments below.

Please always check the venue and/or organiser before heading out just incase they have staffing issues that might prevent them from operating. 

Good Friday Brisbane 2024

Redcliffe Markets Good Friday Pop-Up

This Good Friday, head to Redcliffe for their annual Good Friday Pop Up Markets. Meet the Easter Bunny, go on an Easter Egg Hunt, browse the designer-makers, enjoy the festive entertainment and décor, and soak up the market atmosphere.  Head to the water and get the perfect vantage point for the Brisbane to Gladstone Yacht race start too.

Address: Redcliffe Parade
When: 8am – 3pm
Cost: Free Entry

Brisbane to Gladstone Yacht Race

One of the biggest annual boating events, the Brisbane to Gladstone Yacht Race, is held yearly over the Easter long weekend.  The 308-nautical-mile race kicks off in Bramble Bay on Good Friday, with people lining the waterfront in Brisbane to watch the yachts set sail. 

Address: Redcliffe Parade
Cost: Free to watch

Bluewater Festival

The Bluewater Festival is held in Moora Park by the water to coincide with the Brisbane to Gladstone start-line festivities.  It will feature market stalls, rides, free family-friendly entertainment and fireworks. Watch the Multihull Yacht Race start and enjoy a day full of fun activities, including live bands, kids’ workshops, rides, food and markets, culminating in a beach party and fireworks. 

Address: Lower Moora Park, 65 Park Parade, Shorncliffe QLD
When: 10am – 7pm
Cost: Free Entry

Easter Trail, Fun & Games at Victoria Park

Victoria Park is once again going all out for Easter celebrations, with family-friendly events and activities scheduled for the whole weekend. On Good Friday, the jumping castle will be up all day, and live music will be playing from 4 – 8pm. Hop on into the Bistro and indulge with eggcellent Easter treats, including chocolate desserts and drink specials, stop by the face painting station and meet with the Easter Bunny himself.  For the ultimate sugar rush, book in for a game of Putt Putt at their deliciously decorated Candyland course.

Address: 309 Herston Road, Herston QLD 4006
When: Jumping castle: All day  |  Live music: 4pm – 8pm

Good Friday Brisbane to Gladstone Cruise – Brisbane Cruises

If you feel like enjoying the race from the water, you can book the family on the Good Friday Brisbane to Gladstone Cruise with Brisbane Cruises. Departing from two different locations (Hamilton and Redcliffe) you can be on board the MV Lady Brisbane to view the start of the Brisbane to Gladstone Yacht Race. Feel the excitement at the “Official Starting Line” for this iconic Australian sporting celebration. Morning tea and lunch are included.

Departs: Recreation Hub Hamilton |  Redcliffe Jetty
When: 7am – 5pm (Hamilton) |  9:30am – 2:30pm (Redcliffe)
Cost: Hamilton: Adults $104, Children $73 (4-14 years) | Redcliffe: Adults $95, Children $65 (4-14 years)

Shows and Exhibitions Open on Good Friday 2024

Imaginaria

Located in the heart of Brisbane is a new form of immersive play where imagination and technology collide to create a stunning audio-visual play experience from the future. Imaginaria is an immersive art experience featuring a range of audio-visual installations. Discover unique sculptures and inflatables. 

Address: Maritime Museum, 412 Stanley St, South Brisbane QLD 4101
Cost: $29.95 per person 

Other Family Activities to do on Good Friday Brisbane 2024

Riverlife

Riverlife is located right in the heart of Brisbane at Kangaroo Point Cliffs and has over 15 years of experience in providing incredible outdoor adventures to families, including kayaking, abseiling, rock climbing, water biking, and more.  Open for business on Good Friday 2023; this is great way to have some active fun with the whole family.

Address: Naval Stores Kangaroo Point Cliffs Drive, Kangaroo Point QLD 4169
Contact: (07) 3517 4954

Australia Zoo

Australia Zoo is open on Good Friday and is actually hosting a slew of fun Easter long weekend festivities.  On Good Friday, enjoy FREE breakfast from 9 -10 am with your paid admission.

Address: 1638 Steve Irwin Way, Beerwah QLD 4519
Cost: Free breakfast with paid entry on Good Friday.

Theme Parks

All of the theme parks are open on Good Friday.  Head to any of the main parks or, if the weather is still warm, the water parks for a full day of family fun.

Top Golf

Top Golf is also open for business as usual on Good Friday.  Head down with the family for a swing and a bite to eat on the day.

Address: Cnr. Roadshow Way and Entertainment Drive, Oxenford QLD 4210
Contact: 1300 008 442

Head to Mt Tamborine

Mt Tamborine and all of its festivities are open for you to explore with your family on Good Friday.  For a touch of adventure, both the Treetop Challenge and the Rainforest Skywalk are open on the day. Otherwise, enjoy all of the fun nature activities that Mt Tamborine offers families.

Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary

To get up close and personal with many of our favourite Aussie animals, head to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary.  Also open on Good Friday, there are fun shows to watch, feeding displays and hundreds of koalas to meet!

Address: 708 Jesmond Rd, Fig Tree Pocket QLD 4069
Contact: (07) 3378 1366

Kingston Park Raceway

If you want to get the adrenaline really pumping, take the kids to Kingston Park Raceway. They are open throughout Easter and have some fun Good Friday holiday deals.  Make sure you head online here to check them out before booking.

Address: 20 Mudgee St, Kingston QLD 4114
Contact: (07) 3826 2255

Urban Xteme

Another way to keep the kids moving and active before the slew of chocolate Easter eggs descend on them is to book them in for a fun-filled day at Urban Xtreme.  Open as usual on Good Friday.

Address: 4/370 Nudgee Rd, Hendra QLD 4011
Contact: 1300 872 269

Crank Indoor Rock Climbing

Before they can climb your walls from boredom at home, take the kids to Crank Indoor Rock Climbing on Good Friday. In the indoor gym, they will have three options for climbing – rope climbing, auto belays, and bouldering.

Address: 537 Kessels Rd, Macgregor QLD 4109
Contact: 0490 401 296

Picnic in one of our parks

Pack a picnic and take the whole family for a day immersed in nature with all of our Brisbane parks and wetlands open on Good Friday. Catch the mini train at Roma Street Parklands, enjoy the beautiful gardens at Berrinba Wetlands, or embark on the Children’s Trail at Brisbane’s Mt Coot-tha Botanical Gardens.

Visit a Brisbane playground

Of course, all Brisbane playgrounds are open to the public on Good Friday and with so many WOW playgrounds in Brisbane to choose from, this is an easy way to keep the kids happy.  Check out our directory of the best playgrounds in Brisbane to find the best one near you.

Head to the beach

And why not?  Before the winter weather really descends upon us, why not get the kids to the beach for a day of sun, sand and ocean goodness?  Be sure to check out our list of Best Beaches Near Brisbane before you head off. 

Walk to King Island

Head over to King Island from Wellington Point with the kids.  A lovely way to spend Good Friday, check the tides and head there when they are low and the natural sandy pathway that links the two opens up.

Good Friday Easter Craft Activities 

Of course, one perfect way to keep the kids happy on Good Friday is with some fun, cheap and EASY Easter craft activities.  Setting up for some Fun Things to Do at Easter with Kids, check out our Easter craft ideas and step-by-step guides.

Paper Plate Chicken and Bunny Bags

Egg Carton Chicken

No Sew Sock Bunny

DIY Paper Easter Baskets

Easy Easter Garland

Hatching Egg Pegs

Good Friday Easter Treats To Make With Your Kids

If your Brisbane kids prefer to cook up a store over crafting then we also have some super easy Easter food ideas you can make together.  

Easter Bunny Marshmallow Pops

Lollipop Bunnies

Super Cute Bunny Biccies

Super Cute Chic Biccies

Other Fun Things to Do on Good Friday

Our Easter page is jam-packed with ideas on ways to spend the long weekend this Easter, and if you are looking for more things to do over the entire Easter weekend, we also have all the details on Things To Do On Easter Sunday too.

Regardless of how you spend Good Friday with your kids, the main thing is that you are together and creating Easter memories they will remember.  

Here are 3 of our favourite tasty Easter treats you can serve over the long weekend. A definite plus is that they’re all chocolate-free (because there’s probably more than enough of that arriving from the Easter Bunny!).

Best of all, Brisbane kids can easily help prepare all 3 of these dishes, which usually means they’ll help eating them too. We’ve included some ideas about steps Brisbane Kids might like to help with, but you know your kids and their skills better than we do.  We’ve also included some ideas about how you might like to change up these recipes based on your tastes and what’s available near you.  

Eggy Carrot Wraps

These tasty wraps are fairly healthy and easy to make. They can be made a little ahead of time and stored in the fridge ready for your little bunnies to eat when they want a break from the chocolate. 

What you need:

• Round flatbread wraps, cut in half
• Hard-boiled eggs
• Mayonnaise
• Carrots, grated
• Lettuce
• Salt and pepper to season to taste
• A few sprigs of parsley (to serve as carrot tops)

Method:

Peel and mash the hard-boiled eggs roughly with a fork. Add the mayonnaise and grated carrot and stir until combined, seasoning to taste. 

Place some of the egg mixture on your half wrap with some lettuce and a sprig of parsley making out on the round side.

Roll your flatbread into a cone shape and your ‘carrot’ is ready to eat!

Kids can help with:

Peeling and mashing eggs

Grating carrots

Stirring the mixture

Washing lettuce

Rolling the wraps

Change it up:

You can mix up the fillings to your taste. You could try salad wraps with avocado, or curried egg wraps, or even add in some grated cheese or tuna if that’s more your thing!

Easter Bunny’s garden plate

Crisp, fresh vegetables and yummy dips – you can’t go wrong with this healthy platter to counteract the sweet consumption over Easter!

What you need:

• Carrots
• Cucumber
• Capsicum
• Hummus
• Smashed avocado

Method:

Slice the veggies into finger-sized pieces.

Arrange in a circle on a round plate.

Add hummus and avocado to the centre.

Dip and enjoy a very tasty but delicious food platter!

Kids can help with:

Washing and preparing vegetables

Cutting (younger kids can cut cucumber halves with a butter knife)

Preparing dips

Arranging veggies on the platter

Change it up:

Choose vegetables that you know your Brisbane Kids will enjoy or might try. Other options include celery, tomatoes or radishes.

Mix up the dips! Use your favourites. 

If you have a sweet tooth, you could try a fruit platter with things like banana and strawberries and have peanut butter and/or Nutella in the middle as a dip.

Fairy Bread Hot Cross Buns

Yes! We’ve made hot cross buns event sweeter with this super-cute method for turning them into the ever-popular treat – fairy bread!

What you need:

• Hot cross buns (mini size if possible but any will work)
• Butter or spread
• Sprinkles

Method:

Fill a plate or dish with sprinkles.

Halve the hot cross buns. Spread the inside with butter. 

Press the buttery surface into the sprinkles.

These are best eaten soon after making them (and good luck trying to get them to last!).

Kids can help with:

Cutting the buns

Buttering the buns

Pressing the buns into the sprinkles

Change it up:

You could create a hot cross bun buffet with different spread and topping options (use peanut butter or Nutella instead of butter) and top with slices of strawberry or banana, or try grated chocolate or crushed up easter eggs instead of sprinkles. 

If the Easter bunny coming to town isn’t enough to get your Brisbane Kid curious about carrots, here are 3 fun carrot-based activities we’ve tested for you to try.

Growing carrot tops

The orange part of the carrot that we normally eat is actually the tap root of the carrot plant.  This activity shows kids how plants use their roots to suck up water, and use the water and sunlight to grow their leaves. 

sprouting carrot tops

How to:

Cut the end off a carrot, leaving about two and a half centimetres (one inch) of the orange root below the carrot top.

Place the carrot in a dish of water near a window that gets plenty of light, but not directly in the sun (in Brisbane windows facing south can be good)

Change the water daily to help the carrot grow.

After a few days, the carrot should start to sprout new leaves.

Tips: pick a carrot with a bit of greenery still on the end to help kick-start the process

Try this with more than 1 carrot – maybe put them in different locations? Compare and contrast how the carrots grow. 

Painting with carrots

This is a fun (and potentially messy) activity to allow Brisbane Kids to use carrots in a very different way. 

Cut some carrots in a few different ways (lengthwise, across, cut some notches out of the sides of a carrot etc) and prepare some paint.

Encourage your Brisbane Kids to explore the different patterns, textures and shapes they can create.  Can they use the carrots as stamps? Rollers? brushes? Can they use the carrot almost like a pencil to draw through thicker paint?

Paint tips: Brisbane Kids recommends washable paint for this activity

If you’re trying this with younger Brisbane Kids or or children who are sensory seeking, you might like to try taste safe ‘paint’ such as yoghurt with colouring added, or a mix of flour, water and colouring.

Carrots can be rinsed off and composted after this activity.

Carrot shape plate

For this activity, cut some carrots into slices of different shapes and sizes.

Younger Brisbane kids might like to practice their shape names and perhaps arrange the prices of carrot into a face. 

Older Brisbane kids might like to create a more elaborate scene, or practice their knife skills by cutting the carrots into different shapes themselves (or with the help of a trusted adult). 

Snacking on the materials definitely allowed, even encouraged, during this activity.

You can include other fruits or vegetables in this activity or even add some hummus or a dip for some extra colour and flavour.

Off cuts can be used in cooking, given to a carrot-loving puppy if you have one, or composted (if they aren’t eaten up as you go). 

The chocolatiers

Chocilo Melbourne, formerly the Chocolatier Australia Shop have been handcrafting chocolate since 1985. They are true chocolatiers, passionate about creating insanely delicious chocolates at surprisingly affordable prices. Think luxury chocolates with heart. 

The first Australian Easter Egg Platypus

Chocilo Melbourne’s latest creation, Puddles the Platypus is a 190gram hollow chocolate platypus made of pure milk chocolate. Presented in a blue box reminiscent of an Australian waterhole, it is accompanied by 2 gold foil chocolate Easter eggs. When you purchase a Puddles the Platypus easter box you can also feel good about the fact they are donating 25% of all profits to the Platypus Conservancy. The best part is, it only costs $13.95 (plus shipping) and they are happy to send their delicious chocolates all around Australia.

Other Easter chocolates

We thought we should include some of their other Easter chocolate highlights that you can purchase at the same time. 

• Giant Easter eggs with a range of flavours from strawberries and cream to a chocolate stevia Easter egg for those of you who prefer a sugar free indulgence. 
• A chocolate Easter bunny riding a motorbike called “Bikin Bunny”. 
• Easter hampers for those truly special people in your life or a great gift idea for family who live interstate. Many of these hampers include Puddles the Platypus. 
• Easter smash cakes which can be a fun idea for a first Easter photoshoot. 
• Hunting eggs to make it easy to stage your own backyard Easter Egg hunt.   

When you purchase from Chocilo you know that you are purchasing from an Australian business and supporting Australian workers. We love that you can add to this goodwill by purchasing a chocolate Easter Platypus and in doing so support the hard work that goes into trying to save one of our most unusual and iconic species. 

Find their entire range including Puddles the Platypus at Chocilo Melbourne’s online shop

Plan your Easter egg hunt

There are lots of ways the Easter Bunny can deliver Easter Eggs. Sometimes it’s as simple as a delivery to the end of the bed with some floury footprints. And, sometimes the Easter Bunny sets up elaborate Easter Egg Hunts to ensure the Easter experience lasts as long as possible. 

Ideas for elaborate Easter egg hunts

• Place the Easter treats in lots of different and unusual places. Finding the chocolate is all dependant on the kids solving Easter clues. This scavenger hunt type approach is a great way to ensure the hunt becomes a challenge. For younger kids, you can use visual clues for them to try and locate where the Easter eggs might be hidden. For older kids, you can use more complex clues using Easter Trivia. 
• Challenge older kids with an elaborate code hunt that leads them to the grand finale of Easter egg drops. Each egg in the hunt needs to have a piece of the code either inside or attached. When the kids have collected all the parts, they need to decode the clue to find their prize. For instance, each clue could be a letter that when rearranged spells where the prize is, e.g. E M M A S B E D R O O M. Or each clue could be a word that forms a sentence, e.g. YOUR PRIZE CAN BE FOUND WHERE FOOD GROWS IN THE GROUND. 
• Use plastic Easter eggs and fill them with a mix of small non-chocolate Easter gifts. You can recycle the cases every year. Ideas of what to put inside include Lego Mini figurines, charms, shopkins or even clues to where a gift is hidden. 

Easter Food

There is nothing like food during a celebration to bring the family together. Traditions are often built around food and so what you choose today might just be something your grandkids choose for their own families in 30 years! That’s quite an extraordinary idea!

Easter Breakfast

Easter pancakes are a thing and involve elaborate ways of designing pancakes in the shape of bunnies- here are some ideas for you below. For older kids and adults, you might be more interested in a pancake grazing platter. 

Eggs and Soldiers

Dippy eggs are reminiscent of childhoods everywhere. For soft boiled eggs simply fill a pot with water, pop the eggs in, (while the water is still cold) and bring to the boil. Once they have cooked for approximately 2 minutes and 30, they will be ready. Larger or refrigerated eggs might take you up to the 2 minute and 50-second mark before they are ready. It’s straightforward to test one and quickly pop it back in if you happen to pull it out early. 

Cook with Easter Eggs

You would be surprised at how many different ways you can use Easter Eggs from hot fudge sundaes to Easter Cadbury Creme Egg cupcakes. We have a heap of ideas here if you happen to have any leftover Easter Eggs. 

Easter Treats

We have so many different Easter treats you can make, but our favourites are the ones that require no cooking and are simply about decorating biscuits because Easter doesn’t need to be hard work. Have a look at our chick biscuits, our bunny biscuits and our mini egg nests (which technically require some chocolate melting).  

Easter Craft

Easter craft is all about tradition and whether you enjoy craft or not, we guarantee your kids will so we have included a range of ideas here from the elaborate to the simple. 

Easter Colouring in

Our Australian themed Easter colouring sheets are free to download or print and feature all your favourite Australian Animals from the Bilby to the Koala.

Easter Egg Decorating

The best thing about Easter egg decorating is the relief upon realising there is no need to blow the egg contents out of the egg. You can even paint these eggs and use them in your Easter Egg and soldier breakfast! 

Easter Baskets

If you don’t have Easter baskets, but you happen to have some paper plates handy, you can easily fashion some Easter baskets. Or if you are living in a crafty house, you might have some felt lying round to DIY some cute egg carriers. You can find instructions for both of those here.

More Fun Ideas for special Easter at Home

• Make the Easter weekend camping at home weekend. Pitch the tent in the backyard or build a fort in your lounge room. 
• Create an Easter tree! It’s as easy as making some salt dough decorations and painting a de-leafed tree branch white. Pop the branch in a vase and decorate the branches. 
• Plant an Easter Garden. 
• Read some favourite Easter books. One you might remember from childhood is the Country Bunny- do you remember? Easter books for kids
• Watching the Easter movies like HOP is a tradition for many families but if you are looking for more options, then you will love our list of every Easter Movie made for kids. 
• Take an Easter family photo; you could even make bunny ears from cardboard. You could also outline some rabbit ears in chalk on the ground and then pose for photos. Here are some instructions on how to take a time delay photo with your mobile phone. 
• Bake some hot cross buns at home – add some chocolate chips because you can! Here is a Good Food Recipe for you.
• Buy some Easter pyjamas and plan for the change of season. Depending on where you are in the world these could be lovely flannelette pyjamas or a light PJ set. Easter slippers are always fun too! 
• Buy Easter Bilbies instead of Easter chocolate rabbits. When you buy a chocolate Bilby, you are contributing to the fund that helps to keep this endangered animal alive. 
• Track the Easter Bunny as he/she makes their way across the world https://easterbunnytracker.com/
• Make an Easter playlist. Bonus points for songs with mentions of eggs, rabbits and chocolate. 
• Have a golden egg hunt. Fill plastic eggs with random combinations of coins. The golden egg has $5. 
• Host your own Easter Bonnet Parade. The most creative wins! Simply provide all the kids with a cardboard cutout hat and give them a ton of weird and unusual things they can add. Someone we know did a Samboy chip hat once which looked amazing! 
• Make a paper kite and go kite flying in your backyard. This Easter activity is a tradition that stems from The British island territory of Bermuda where kites are made and flown on Good Friday! 
• If you have enough flour, consider using a small amount to allow the Easter Bunny to make bunny footprints across the floor. 
• Catch the Easter Bunny out by using a phone app (just type catch the Easter Bunny in Google Play or the Apple Store. 
• Plant jellybeans that magically grow into lollipops overnight.
• Colour-code your Easter Eggs with each child having a colour to collect. No more Easter Egg hunt brawls! 

And that is our exhaustive list of how to do Easter when you are safe at home. If you have a fun or unusual Easter tradition we have missed let us know in comments below!