Easter Egg Hunts and Brunches
🌸🥚 Hop into the Fun! 🥚🌸
Spring has sprung, and that means it’s time for the ultimate Easter celebration! 🐰✨ Gather your baskets, bring your appetite, and get ready for a day filled with egg-citing surprises, delicious bites, and unforgettable memories. Whether you're on the hunt for hidden treasures, want to take pictures with the Easter Bunny and your pets, or indulging in a brunch spread fit for a bunny king, this Easter is bound to be egg-stra special! 🥂🐣
Who's ready to crack into the fun? Let’s celebrate! 🌷🍽️💛
| Exploring Spring- Crafternoon! | Storytime Room, Fitchburg Library-5530 Lacy Rd, Fitchburg | 3-20 | 10-11am |
| Dog and Family Easter Bunny Photo Event | 2429 S. Stoughton Rd, Madison, WI 53716 | 4-6 | 1-2pm |
| MGEF Easter Egg Hunt | 900 N. Parkview St., Cottage Grove 53527 | 4-12 | 10-1030am |
| The River Food Pantry's Curbside Breakfast with the Bunny | 2201 Darwin Rd., Madison, WI 53704 | 4-12-25 | 8am-10:30am |
| Middleton's Best Easter Egg Hunt | 8233 Forsythia St., Ste 101, Middleton 53562 | 4-12-25 | 1p-3p |
| Edgewater Bunny Brunch | 1001 Wisconsin Place, Madison 53703 | 4-12-25 | 9-11am |
| Sun Prairie's Best Easter Egg Hunt | 1611 N. Bristol St., Sun Prairie 53590 | 4-12 | 1-3:30pm |
| Fitchburg/Verona's Best Easter Egg Hunt | 5956 Executive Dr. Suite 104, Fitchburg 53719 | 4-12 | 12p-3pm |
| Dog Doggyland Play Park | 4233 W. Beltline Hwy, Madison 53711 | 4-13 | 1-3pm |
| Jumpin' Into Easter Cookie Decorating Class | Doundrins Distilling-300 Progress Dr. , #F Cottage Grove, 53527 | 4-13 | 2-4 PM |
| Allied-Dunn Marsh Easter Egg Hunt | Belmar Hils Park Ball Field | 4-19-25 | 12:00 PM |
| Parent Child Happy Hour: Brunch Egg Hunt | Garver Atrium | 4-19 | 11am-2pm |
| Spring EGG_Stravaganza | Hometown USA Festival Park, Verona | 4-19 | 9-12pm |
| Elvehjem Neighborhood Egg Hunt | 1249 Droster Rd., Madison 53714 | 4-19 | 9:30 AM |
| 7th Annual McFarland Easter Egg Hunt | 4802 Marsh Rd., McFarland, WI 53558 | 4-19 | 11:00 AM |
| Easter Brunch at DoubleTree Madison East | 4402 E. Washington Ave., Madison 53704 | 4-20 | 10am-2pm |
| Easter Bunny Brunch @ Lone Girl Brewery | 114 E. Main St. Suite 101, Waunakee, WI 53597 | 4-20 | 9am-2pm |
| Easter Brunch at The Edgewater | 1001 Wisconsin Pl, Madison | 4-20 | 9am-2pm |
| Concourse Easter Brunch | 1 W. Dayton St., Madison 53703 | 4-20 | 9:30am-2pm |
| Easter Brunch at The Top of the Park | 24 S. Carroll St., Madison 53703 | 4-20 | 10am-3pm |
| Madison Club Easter Brunch | 5 E. Wilson St., Madison 53703 | 4-20 | 10:30am-1pm |
Staying local for Spring Break
Spring Break ideas if you want to take a day trip near home, or a stay-cation in town with pools and fun nearby. Madison has so much to offer, be it just to blow off some excess energy, or learn about new things.
| PlayN Wisconsin | An indoor play center with a variety of play structures and activities for kids. |
| Legacy Academy | An enrichment center with educational programs and play areas for children. |
| Sky Zone | A trampoline park featuring freestyle bouncing, dodgeball, and fitness programs. |
| Urban Air | An adventure park with trampolines, climbing walls, and more. |
| Madison's Children's Museum | A hands-on museum with interactive exhibits on arts, sciences, and culture. |
| Black Earth Children's Museum | A community-supported museum with over 50 handmade exhibits. |
| Sun Prairie Explore Children's Museum | A children's museum encouraging purposeful play and lifelong learning. |
| UW Geology Museum | A museum exploring Wisconsin's geological history with rocks and fossils. |
| National Mustard Museum | A quirky museum showcasing an extensive collection of mustards. |
| Wisconsin Science Museum | A science museum highlighting Wisconsin's scientific and technological contributions. |
| Madtown Twister | A gymnastics facility offering classes and open gym sessions for kids. |
| Gymfinity | A gymnastics and fitness center with various programs for children. |
| Keva Sports Center | A sports facility with programs and leagues for both kids and adults. |
| Badger Gymnastics | A gymnastics academy with classes and training for all skill levels. |
| Olbrich Gardens | A 16-acre botanical garden with diverse plant collections and a Thai pavilion. |
| Pat O'Malley's Jet Room | An aviation-themed restaurant with a view of planes taking off. $100 Burger! |
| Henry Vilas | A public zoo with various animals and exhibits, free to visitors. |
| Courtyard by Marriott Middleton | A modern hotel offering family-friendly accommodations and amenities. |
| Hilton Garden Inn Middleton | A family-friendly hotel with comfortable lodging and easy attraction access. |
| Hampton Inn & Suites West Madison | A hotel with spacious rooms, free breakfast, and family-friendly amenities. |
| Holiday Inn and Suites West | A hotel featuring an indoor pool, comfortable accommodations, and local access. |
| Springhill Suites By Marriott Hilldale | An all-suite hotel with modern amenities and spacious accommodations. |
| Fairfield Inn & Suites Madison South | A hotel with comfortable rooms, free breakfast, and great access to attractions. |
| Double Tree by Hilton East | A hotel with warm cookies on arrival and comfortable family stays. |
| Courtyard by Marriott East | A modern hotel with an on-site bistro and convenient location. |
| Home2 Suites by Hilton Madison Alliant | An extended-stay hotel with suites featuring kitchenettes for families. |
| Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown Madison | A downtown hotel offering easy access to city attractions and free breakfast. |
| WInnequah Park | A park with playgrounds, sports facilities, and open recreational spaces. |
| Angell Park | A park with playgrounds and open areas for family activities. |
| McKee Farms | A park with trails, playgrounds, and picnic areas for families. |
| Deerfield Dream Park | A community-built playground with various play structures for children. |
| Phoebe Bakken Memorial Park | A park with playgrounds, sports fields, and recreational spaces. |
| Harvey John & Lucille Taylor Memorial Park | A scenic park with trails, views, and open spaces for activities. |
| Brittingham Park | A lakeside park with playgrounds, picnic areas, and water access. |
| Glacial Valley Park | A park with playgrounds, sports fields, and recreational spaces. |
| Elver Park | The park has reservable shelters, splash park, athletic fields, and disc golf course. |
| Henry Vilas Zoo | A community-supported, admission-free zoo with play structures. |
| Lakeview Park | A park with playgrounds, sports fields, and recreational spaces. |
| Olin Park | A park with playgrounds, sports fields, and recreational spaces. |
| EPIC Park | A playground with play structures for children. |
| Sauk City Riverfront Park | A lakeside park with playgrounds, picnic areas, and water access. |
| Wetmore Park | A park with trails, playgrounds, and picnic areas for families. |
Black History Month: Honoring the Legacy, Celebrating Progress
Black History Month, observed every February, is a time to reflect on the achievements, struggles, and contributions of Black individuals throughout history. From civil rights leaders to groundbreaking innovators, this month serves as a reminder of the resilience, culture, and progress of the Black community (this is an ongoing list of all events happening around Madison throughout February).
Black Men’s Health and Wealth Summit
Madison Area Technical College, 1701 Wright Street, Madison
Saturday, Feb. 8, 10 a.m.
The second annual Black Men’s Health and Wealth Summit features prominent Black male speakers as they discuss how Black men can take care of their health, manage their wealth and grow economically. This event is free and open to the public.
Learn more, here.
Heritage In Motion: A Burlesque Journey Through Black History
Saturday Feb. 8m 7pm @ Crucible (3116 Commercial Ave, Madison, WI)
Black Heritage Celebration
Madison Children’s Museum, 100 N. Hamilton Street, Madison
Thursday, Feb. 13, 5 - 8 p.m.
The Madison Children’s Museum honors Black community members with an event featuring Black artists, musicians and leaders. Free admission begins and 4 p.m. and no ticket is required.
Learn more, here.
Moonshine 2025
H’Doubler Performance Space, Lathrop Hall, 1050 University Avenue, Madison
Friday, Feb. 28, 3:30 p.m.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison dance department will present “Moonshine,” a Black History Month celebration featuring live music, contemporary theater and dance performances. This event is free and open to the public.
Learn more, here.
Words with Nerds: Black History Month Edition-Feb. 28th 7:30pm (Like a TED Talk, but waaay funnier)
The Forward Club-917 E. Mifflin St., Madison, WI 53703
$10 in advance, $15 at the door
The Goodman Center in Madison, Wisconsin will host a Black History Month event on Saturday, February 22, 2025, from 2–4 PM. The event is titled “The Black Freedom Struggle and Palestine” and will take place at the Goodman South Library, located at 2222 S Park Street.
Black History Month is a time to honor the history and accomplishments of Black people in the United States. The 2025 theme is “African Americans and Labor,” which will explore the experiences of Black people in the workforce.
Goodman South Madison Library to host a menagerie of events from Art shows & movie nights, to book discussions and other activities throughout February (check out site for details): https://www.madisonpubliclibrary.org/events/special-series/black-history-month
I AM A Man: The Re-humanization of Black Men Community Gathering
January 20, 6-7:30pm | Goodman South Madison Library-Hear from the Art curator and explore the exhibition
Movie Nights:
The Inspection
February 7, 6-8pm
Join us for a film night on the first Friday of each month! Selections include feature-length films, documentaries, and shorts. Snacks and drinks provided.
Black History Month Movie Series
Friday Nights in February, 5-7:30pm | Goodman South Madison Library
Highlighting a mix of genres, themes, and storytelling while ensuring a communal and engaging atmosphere, this lineup not only includes significant films, but also promotes a sense of community while honoring Black History Month. Join us for movies each Friday evening in February from 5-7:30pm - no registration is required.
