Egg hunts and Easter Bunny visits with Mecklenburg Park and Recreation

Mecklenburg Park and Recreation has announced several egg hunts in 2026. You can find them all here. Make sure to follow the link and register in advance. Read on to learn about a few of them.

If you have questions about the events, please contact the recreation centers directly. You can find all the contact info here.

Splish Splash Egg Bash
Saturday, March 21, 2026
10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Northern Regional Recreation Center
18121 Old Statesville Road, Cornelius, NC
Ages under 12
$5

Enjoy a Splashing good time with the Bunny! The Bunny will be hanging out at the pool with us! Come on out for an unconventional egg hunt in the pool and pictures with the Bunny!

Bunny Bash
Saturday, March 28, 2026
9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Northern Regional Recreation Center
18121 Old Statesville Road, Cornelius, NC
Ages 2 to 11
$5

This event features activities the entire family will love, and magician shows sure to leave you amazed as we welcome Spring at our ‘Bunny Bash’! Prize filled eggs will be in abundance, no need to bring a basket, hop on over and we will provide everything you need. Have your cameras ready to get your pictures with Mr. Bunny! Magician Show Times: 9:30am, 10:30am, and 11:30am. Shows are first come first serve. If children are registered for the event, the entire family is granted access to the magician show.

Glow in the Dark Carnival and Egg Hunt
Saturday, March 28, 2026
7 to 9 p.m.
Marion Diehl Recreation Center
2219 Tyvola Road, Charlotte, NC
$10
All ages

Kids, grab your baskets and hop on down for a Glow In The Dark Easter Egg Hunt. Eggs will be spread out all around the playground and one may have a special surprise!! Age group timed Egg Hunts will begin at dusk.

There will also be stations for games, inflatables, and crafts throughout the event.
Parents must stay with children at all times. Please bring your own baskets.

Easter Event at Naomi Drenan Recreation Center
Saturday, April 4, 2026
10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Naomi Drenan Recreation Center
750 Beal Street, Charlotte, NC
Free
All ages

Spring has sprung at this newly renovated recreation center! All are welcome at this free Easter event! There will be age-specific Easter Egg Hunts and family friendly activities.

The Egg Hunt will take place at approximately 11 a.m. for ages 2-12.

Sponsored by Solomon Lodge 257.

Egg Hunt at Arbor Glen Outreach Center
Saturday, April 4, 2026
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Arbor Glen Outreach Center
1520 Clanton Road, Charlotte, NC
Free
Ages 2-9

Egg hunts, games, snacks, crafts and more.