Easter Bunny Visits & Springtime Fun

• Take as many trolley rides as you like during Easter Eggspress at the Connecticut Trolley Museum in East Windsor, March 23-24 and March 29-30. Motorwoman Cotton-Tail will be roaming the grounds and posing for pictures. Each child receives an Easter egg with a surprise inside. Other activities include a scavenger hunt and crafts.
• Families can ride on a 100-year-old restored trolley on the Easter Bunny Trolley Rides at the Shore Line Trolley Museum in East Haven, March 23-24 and March 29-30, where children can meet the Easter Bunny.
• Climb aboard the Easter Bunny Express at the Railroad Museum of New England in Thomaston on March 17, 23-24 and March 29-30. Enjoy a scavenger hunt and meet the Easter Bunny and receive a chocolate-filled egg from his own collection.
• Hop aboard the Essex Steam Train in Essex on March 23 for a Bunny Breakfast and Bunny Lunch. Children will receive their honorary bunny ears as they board and a gift from the Easter Bunny himself as they depart Essex Station.

• Celebrate Easter by the Shore at Water's Edge Resort & Spa in Westbrook with a visit with the Easter Bunny and an Easter Brunch.
• Have Easter Brunch at Saybrook Point Resort & Marina, located in Old Saybrook.
• Enjoy an Easter Brunch Prix Fix menu at Kensington's Restaurant at The Spa at Norwich Inn.
• With a view of the scenic Connecticut River, Saint Clements Castle in Portland is offering an Easter Brunch.
• Have a delicious Easter Brunch at the 1741 Pub & Grill at Lyman Orchards located in Middlefield.
• Devour an Easter dinner buffet at Fire at The Ridge at Powder Ridge Mountain Park & Resort

If you’re playing Easter Bunny, consider skipping the big brand candy and giving special sweets instead – you’ll even help #SupportCTbusinesses while you’re at it. From homemade truffles and caramels to favorites like chocolate covered pretzels and peanut butter cups, you’ll find endless goodies along the Connecticut Chocolate Trail.

Find everything from cake pops and Krispy Treats to brownies and DIY cupcake kits at Forever Sweet Bakery in Norwalk. Or if you’ve got a little one with dietary restrictions, find gourmet chocolate made in a peanut, tree nut, egg, wheat, shellfish and fish-free facility at Noteworthy Chocolates in Bethel and plenty of vegan and gluten free options at Divine Treasures in Manchester. Below are a few spots to consider.

With a full Sunday to spend, why not get outdoors with the family? Connecticut is filled with safe ways to take in the spring air.

Search for spring blossoms, take a family stroll through these must-visit gardens throughout the state, or perhaps snap some group photos in these Instagrammable flower towns.

Cast your lines on a family fishing trip! Whether you’re reeling in your catch in lakes, rivers, or out on Long Island Sound, fishing is a great way to get outdoors safely.

Or stretch your legs on a scenic trek on one of Connecticut’s top hiking trails. Biking more your speed? Round up the family and try these great bike trails! Or get our and go with these exciting outdoor adventures.