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Our ~Hoppy~ Guide to Celebrating Easter at Disney World

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Many families use their spring breaks to head down to Walt Disney World. If this sounds like you, go into your trip knowing that Easter is one of the busiest times of year to visit. However, it's also one of the most eggciting, too! Easter at Disney World has lots of eggcellent offerings that will delight tadpoles and adult frogs alike! Think themed treats, an egg scavenger hunt, beautiful Easter egg art displays and photos with Mr. and Mrs. Easter Bunny! Magic Kingdom and EPCOT have the most Easter offerings, along with the resorts. (Thumper was always my go-to Disney bunny, though Judy Hopps might be my newest favorite!) Come with us as we explore all the fun, springtime offerings available for Easter at Disney World!

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Easter at Disney World - Mr. and Mrs. Easter Bunny

All the Ways to Celebrate Easter at Disney World

Easter at Disney World — Egg display

This year, Easter falls on April 5, 2026. Like Easter celebrations of the past, holiday offerings are only available for a short time. Typically, this starts a month before Easter and lasts about a week after. For those of you who will be hop-hop-hopping like a bunny (or us frogs!) at the parks, there is plenty of Easter fun to be had! We've put together this list of our favorite ways to celebrate Easter at Disney World. Let's hop to it!

1. Visit the Gigantic Egg Displays at Select Hotels

Various Walt Disney World Resort hotels have egg-stra special displays up for Easter, including Disney's Grand Floridian Resort and Spa, Disney's Contemporary Resort, Disney's Beach Club and Disney's Yacht Club. You won't want to miss the iconic egg displays at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort and Spa, featuring dozens of hand-crafted large eggs inspired by our favorite characters!

Note that a valid dining reservation is required to park at the resorts, so if you don't have one, you'll want to be prepared to park elsewhere and use Disney transportation. That said, we have noticed that transportation from Disney Springs has been temporarily restricted to only those who can verify their hotel reservation.

2. Watch the Special Easter Parade at Magic Kingdom

Each Easter weekend, Disney World puts on a special Easter cavalcade at Magic Kingdom. Enjoy seeing rare springtime characters, Mr. and Mrs. Easter Bunny and other fun Disney bunnies such as the White Rabbit. This mini-parade typically occurs right before the Festival of Fantasy parade at 3 p.m.

Here's a video of the 2026 Easter Parade:

3. Meet Mr. and Mrs. Easter Bunny

Guests can also meet Mr. and Mrs. Easter Bunny at the Liberty Square gazebo in Magic Kingdom. They are typically available the week before Easter and on Easter day from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. This photo op is located near Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe. Disney PhotoPass photographers will be nearby to snap some adorable photos of you and the rest of the froggy fam!

4. Hunt for Eggs at EPCOT

Easter at Disney World - EPCOT Scavenger Hunt

For a limited time at EPCOT, guests can hunt for special hidden eggs that resemble Disney characters. These eggs are scattered throughout World Showcase. This year's eggs include the following characters:

  • Thumper
  • Miss Bunny
  • White Rabbit
  • Bean Bunny
  • Oswald the Lucky Rabbit
  • March Hare
  • Skippy
  • Rabbit
  • Jackalope
  • Alec Azam
  • Judy Hopps
  • Ducky & Bunny

Purchase maps for EPCOT's Eggstravaganza at one of three locations in the park:

  • Disney Traders
  • World Traveler
  • Creations Shop

Once you find an egg, match the corresponding sticker to the right location on the map. When you've completed the scavenger hunt, return it to the merchandise locations above for a prize. In 2026, the prize is a plastic Easter egg featuring Mickey, Minnie, Chip, Dale, Thumper or the White Rabbit.

While at EPCOT, be sure to celebrate the blossoming of spring with EPCOT International Flower and Garden Festival, hoppening now through June 1, 2026. There's even a musical performance by Sugar Ray on Easter Day (always subject to change) as part of the Garden Rocks Concert Series.

EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival 2023 — Mickey and Minnie topiary

5. Go to Brunch 

Several Disney World hotels and Disney Springs restaurants have offered brunch or a special menu to celebrate Easter Sunday in the past.

While this year we haven't seen any special Easter menus, some of our favorite brunch spots include Steakhouse 71, Chef Art Smith's Homecomin' and  Topolino's Terrace.

If considering a nice sit-down meal for the occasion, be sure to book your advanced dining reservations well ahead of time since it is a hoppin' time to visit.

6. Enjoy Themed Treats throughout Disney World

Disney always wows us with its specialty food, and usually, it's no different for Easter at Disney World. Enjoy adorable treats with so many fun bunny, carrot and egg designs.

Helpful Tips for Making the Most Out of Easter at Disney World

Before we end this guide, here are some helpful tips for navigating Easter at Disney World:

  • Book dining reservations as soon as your window opens up. Remember, you have 60 days from the first day of your trip to make an advanced dining reservation.
  • Plan for crowds. Easter is one of the busiest times of year at Walt Disney World.
  • Invest in Lightning Lane. This pay-to-skip-the-line pass can help you maximize your time at the parks.
  • Hop over to the resorts to see the Easter egg displays.
  • Pack some rain gear. You know what they say — April showers bring May flowers.

No matter where you'll be celebrating Easter this year, we hope you'll be surrounded by family and friends. What will you be doing to celebrate this Easter at Disney World or elsewhere? Share in the comments below!

Related: Full Schedule of Walt Disney World Events

Related: Making a Trip to Disney World for Spring Break? Here Are Our Best No-Stress Tips

Hoppy planning!

Written and reviewed by the Undercover Tourist Content Team
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Mar 26, 2016 at 3:10 p.m.
Bonnie Jackson Says...

This is my chance to thoroughly enjoy my adult children and 13 year old grandaughter. Magic fills the air especially this yearat Easter tome. Loving the smiles and warm weather. Events for this week will be epic, says my grandkid.

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