Amarillo offers Easter related fun for the whole family over holiday weekend

Brianna Maestas, Amarillo Globe-News
·4 min read

For those looking for something to do in the community this Easter holiday, Amarillo offers Easter egg hunts for children and adults, as well as the chance to meet egg-related animals, discover something new, enjoy brunch and more. Here are just a few of the events happening over the holiday weekend.

Shi Lee's Easter Egg Hunt

Shi Lee's BBQ and Soul Food in partnership with The Vessel nonprofit is hosting their 8th annual Citywide Easter Egg Hunt on Sunday, March 31 beginning at 1 p.m. at Bones Hooks Park.

The event's festivities are free and available to the public. Community members are encouraged to attend the festivities and participate in the Easter egg hunt, where Easter baskets and Easter eggs will be filled with candy and tickets for a child to receive a donated toy. The prizes include scooters, bikes, hoverboards, skates and more.

Following the hunt, community members are encouraged to enjoy the free lunch provided by Shi Lees BBQ and Soul Food until the food runs out.

To make a donation, volunteer, or learn more about the event, visit The Vessel online at https://www.beblessedbythevessel.org/easter2024 .

Two young girls go through their collected eggs during Shi Lee's 7th annual Citywide Easter Egg Hunt Sunday at Bones Hooks Park in Amarillo in April 2023. This year's event will be held Sunday, March 31.
Two young girls go through their collected eggs during Shi Lee's 7th annual Citywide Easter Egg Hunt Sunday at Bones Hooks Park in Amarillo in April 2023. This year's event will be held Sunday, March 31.
Tremaine Brown passes out candy during Shi Lee's 7th annual Citywide Easter Egg Hunt in April 2023 at Bones Hooks Park in Amarillo.
Tremaine Brown passes out candy during Shi Lee's 7th annual Citywide Easter Egg Hunt in April 2023 at Bones Hooks Park in Amarillo.

DHDC Eggtastic Day Camp

The Don Harrington Discovery Center offers two days of egg-citing, egg related events with their Camp Discovery Day Camp, scheduled for March 29 and April 1 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

During the event, kids will experience egg-splosions, egg-rosion, and many more egg-speriments at DHDC’s Camp Discovery. Campers will crack jokes and get cracking on learning new things with their friends, as they eggs-plore science and egg-scape the screens.

Caregivers can choose their experience: They can register for just one day or choose both. As stated by the DHDC, the Discovery Day Camps are available during Amarillo Independent School District school breaks and are designed to offer caregivers a supportive childcare option.

Camp times include:

  • Pre-K Camp, available from 9 a.m. to noon

  • Kindergarten through 4th grade camp, available from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Pricing for half-day camps or campers 5 years old and under are $20 per child for members and $25 per child for nonmembers. Full day pricing is $40 per child for members, or $50 per child for non members. Pre-care and after-care options are also available for certain age groups; for access to both, it’s only an additional $10.

The day camps have limited availability. Caregivers are encouraged to register as soon as possible and can do so online at DHDC.org.

For more information on their community programs and camp policies, follow DHDC on Facebook, Instagram, and their website DHDC.org .

Children try to get the chick in the basket in April 2023 at the annual “Easter Eggcitement" at the Amarillo Zoo.
Children try to get the chick in the basket in April 2023 at the annual “Easter Eggcitement" at the Amarillo Zoo.
A tiger greets kids with Easter candy in April 2023 at the annual “Easter Eggcitement" at the Amarillo Zoo.
A tiger greets kids with Easter candy in April 2023 at the annual “Easter Eggcitement" at the Amarillo Zoo.

Amarillo Zoo Easter Egg-citement

The City of Amarillo invites the public to hop on over to the Amarillo Zoo for “egg-citing” fun during the Easter weekend with “Easter Eggcitement” on Saturday, March 30 from noon to 4 p.m.

During the event, visitors can meet the Amarillo Zoo’s egg-laying and egg-eating animals through encounters, enrichment events and a Safari Show. Attendees can also participate in the carnival games or enjoy food from the local food trucks.

Amarillo Zoo Visitor Service Specialist Nichole Robinson said in a news release: “This celebration promises to be a delightful occasion for families and friends to come together, enjoy exciting activities and create lasting memories. ... We can't wait to share the joy and magic of Easter and wildlife with our community.”

Admission to the event is $10 per person. Children ages 2 and younger enter for free. Tickets can be purchased online or at the door. Presale tickets are available online at bit.ly/amazooeggcitement .

For more information about this event, please contact the Amarillo Zoo at (806) 381-7911 or zoo@amarilloparks.org .

Adult Easter Hunt

Pondaseta Brewing Co. is hosting their 2nd Annual Adult Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, March 30 from noon to 4 p.m. at 7500 SW 45th Ave.

The event is free to attend, but adults must be over 21 years of age to drink. During the event, attendees will hunt eggs hidden all over the brewery, taproom, and patio, filled with free beer, food, and merch. Following the event, attendees are encouraged to enjoy all the brewery has to offer.

Families enjoy the activities at the 2023 “Easter Eggcitement" at the Amarillo Zoo.
Families enjoy the activities at the 2023 “Easter Eggcitement" at the Amarillo Zoo.
Families line up to collect toy prizes at Shi Lee's 7th annual Citywide Easter Egg Hunt in April 2023 at Bones Hooks Park in Amarillo.
Families line up to collect toy prizes at Shi Lee's 7th annual Citywide Easter Egg Hunt in April 2023 at Bones Hooks Park in Amarillo.

Easter Brunch

For those seeking an Easter themed meal, below is a list of local restaurants serving Easter themed brunch, dinner and more.

Savor Tapas Bar - hosting an Easter themed brunch on Sunday, March 31 beginning at 10 a.m. at the restaurant, located at 7669 Hillside Rd., Suite 600.

Western Horseman Club - hosting an Easter Brunch on Sunday, March 31 at 10 a.m. at 2501 E Interstate 40 Hwy.

The Drunken Oyster - serving egg-cellent food specials with their Easter Brunch on Sunday, March 31 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 7606 SW 45th Ave #100 .

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