Try 5 fun Easter egg hunt ideas:
- Classic
- Glow in the dark
- Color-coded
- Activity-based
- Golden egg
Easter egg hunts are one of the most exciting parts of Easter for kids, but they don’t have to look the same every year. With just a few simple tweaks, you can turn a basic egg hunt into something even more fun, memorable, and perfect for kids of all ages.
Whether you want something super simple or a more creative twist, these Easter egg hunt ideas are easy to set up and can work for families, playdates, or even larger groups.
In this post, you’ll find 6 different ways to do an Easter egg hunt, classic, glow-in-the-dark, color-coded, and a golden egg hunt. Jump to your favorite (or read them all for inspiration and fun twists).
The Classic Easter Egg Hunt (Simple & Easy)
If you want something quick and easy, you can’t go wrong with a classic Easter egg hunt.
Hide plastic eggs filled with candy or small treats around your yard or home and let kids search for them. This version works great for any age and is perfect if you don’t want a lot of prep.
And if you’re feeling like you should be doing something more elaborate, this is your reminder that a simple egg hunt is more than enough. Kids love the excitement of the hunt, and they won’t remember how fancy it was — just that it was fun.
If you do want to make it slightly more exciting, you can:
• hide eggs in easy and slightly tricky spots
• set a time limit
• give a small prize for whoever finds the most eggs
This is a great option for families who want a fun tradition without overcomplicating things.
Optional Egg Filler Ideas
If you want to switch things up from just candy, here are a few fun and easy egg fillers kids love:
• stickers
• small toys (like bouncy balls or cars)
• temporary tattoos check out these flower ones and truck ones
• pre-filled eggs (love these dinosaur ones and LED finger lights)
You can mix a few of these in with candy to make the hunt feel extra special without adding much extra work.
Glow in the Dark Easter Egg Hunt
If you want to make your Easter egg hunt feel extra exciting, try a glow in the dark version.
This is a fun twist on the classic hunt and works especially well for older kids or evening activities. Simply hide glow-in-the-dark eggs or add small glow sticks inside plastic eggs and turn off the lights.
Kids will love searching for glowing eggs in the dark — it instantly makes the whole experience feel more like an adventure.
This is a great option if:
• you’re hosting an evening Easter activity
• you want something a little different from the usual hunt
• you have older kids who want something more exciting
What You’ll Need
• plastic Easter eggs
• mini glow sticks or glow bracelets
• baskets or bags
• You can grab a full glow egg hunt kit here (makes setup super easy) just add some candy
You can keep it simple by hiding eggs in one area, or make it more challenging by spreading them out for a full nighttime hunt.
If you want to make it even more fun, you can:
• use different glow colors for each child
• hide a “special glowing egg” with a prize
• turn on music and make it feel like an event
This version feels a little more magical, but is still easy to set up and doesn’t require much extra effort.
Color-Coded Easter Egg Hunt (Perfect for All Ages)
If you have kids of different ages, a color-coded Easter egg hunt is one of the easiest ways to keep things fair and fun for everyone.
Assign each child a specific egg color, and they can only collect eggs in their color. This allows you to hide some eggs in easier spots for younger kids and others in more challenging places for older kids.
It helps prevent little ones from getting frustrated and keeps older kids engaged at the same time.
This is a great option if:
• you have a mix of ages
• you want to avoid kids grabbing all the eggs
• you want to make the hunt feel fair for everyone
What You’ll Need
• plastic Easter eggs in different colors
• candy or small treats
• baskets or bags
You can also adjust the difficulty by:
• placing certain colors in easier or harder hiding spots
• giving older kids a smaller number of eggs to find
• adding a bonus egg for each child to make it more exciting
This simple change makes a big difference and helps every child feel included and successful.
Activity Easter Egg Hunt (More Than Just Candy)
Grab the free printable activity cards here
If you want to make your Easter egg hunt extra special, try adding activity-based eggs.
Instead of filling every egg with candy, include a few eggs with simple activities or surprises inside. These can be little notes that lead to fun moments later in the day.
Kids still get the excitement of the hunt, but now the fun continues even after all the eggs are found.
Even adding just a few of these can turn your egg hunt into something your kids will remember long after Easter is over.
What You’ll Need
• plastic Easter eggs
• small slips of paper
• pens or markers
• candy or small treats (optional)
You don’t need to use all 30 ideas — just pick a few that fit your family. Even a handful of activity eggs can make your Easter feel more intentional and fun.
Golden Egg Easter Hunt (A Special & Meaningful Twist)
If you want to add something extra meaningful to your Easter egg hunt, try including a golden egg for each child.
Instead of focusing on who finds the most eggs, this version makes sure every child has a special moment. Hide one golden egg for each child and let them know everyone will find one.
Inside each golden egg, you can include a small trinket or note that represents the meaning of Easter or something special for that child.
Some simple ideas include:
• a small toy or keepsake
• a handwritten note
• a special treat
• a small picture of Jesus
• a reminder of love, kindness, or gratitude
This can be a really sweet way to bring a little more intention into the day while still keeping things fun and exciting for kids.
What You’ll Need
• one golden egg per child
• small trinkets or notes (we like these dog tags and these chicks)
• optional meaningful items (like a small picture or keepsake)
You can still do a regular egg hunt alongside this, but the golden egg adds a special moment that helps each child feel included and valued.
This is a simple way to turn your Easter egg hunt into something your family will remember for years to come.
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