Celebrating Easter in SLO County? Hop to these 6 free, family-friendly events

Sarah Linn
·4 min read

Looking for some egg-cellent Easter fun?

There are plenty of family-friendly activities in store this week in San Luis Obispo County, from egg hunts and bunny hop races to bounce houses and carnival games. As of Thursday morning, there were no plans to cancel events due to stormy weather, organizers said.

All events are free and open to the public, although some activities may cost extra. Participants should bring their own baskets.

Now get hopping!

Kids in the under-6 group run to collect plastic eggs filled with treats at the 34th annual Egg Hunt and Festival at Elm Street Park in Arroyo Grande on Saturday, April 8, 2023. The event featured hundreds of eggs, toys and candy for the kids, along with a hunt for adults as well. Laura Dickinson/The Tribune
Kids in the under-6 group run to collect plastic eggs filled with treats at the 34th annual Egg Hunt and Festival at Elm Street Park in Arroyo Grande on Saturday, April 8, 2023. The event featured hundreds of eggs, toys and candy for the kids, along with a hunt for adults as well. Laura Dickinson/The Tribune

Family Egg Hunt & Festival

What: From an all-ages egg hunt to bunny hop races and an egg toss competition, this event has plenty of fun for the entire family. Other highlights include bounce houses, carnival games, face painting and free barbecued hot dogs.

When: 10 a.m. Saturday

Where: Elm Street Park, 1221 Ash St., Arroyo Grande

Info: 805-473-5474 or arroyogrande.org

More than 200 dogs and their people turned out for the Cayucos Pup Parade on Saturday, April 16, 2020, decked out in their Easter Sunday best ahead of the holiday. Danna Dykstra-Coy/dannajoyimages.com
More than 200 dogs and their people turned out for the Cayucos Pup Parade on Saturday, April 16, 2020, decked out in their Easter Sunday best ahead of the holiday. Danna Dykstra-Coy/dannajoyimages.com

Cayucos Easter Dog Parade

What: See pups flaunt springtime finery at this beachfront Easter parade. There will also be a photo booth and T-shirts for sale. Two-legged participants get free bunny ears while supplies last.

When: Noon to 1 p.m. Saturday

Where: Cayucos Pier, Ocean Front Avenue

Info: 805-952-5215

Hundreds of kids and parents joined in on the fun activities and an Easter egg hunt at the Los Osos Community Center in 2013. Julie Bundy, of Dana Point, takes a photo of her daughter, Haley, 9 with the Easter Bunny. ldickinson@thetribunenews.com
Hundreds of kids and parents joined in on the fun activities and an Easter egg hunt at the Los Osos Community Center in 2013. Julie Bundy, of Dana Point, takes a photo of her daughter, Haley, 9 with the Easter Bunny. ldickinson@thetribunenews.com

Bay-Osos Kiwanis Egg Hunt

What: This outdoor event kicks off with costume and egg-coloring contests, followed by an egg hunt for kids 10 and under.

When: 10 a.m. Saturday, 11 a.m. egg hunt

Where: South Bay Community Center, 2180 Palisades Ave., Los Osos

Info: 805-801-4444 or kiwanisbayosos.org

Kids dash to pick up eggs at the Pismo Beach Easter Egg-Stravaganza at Dinosaur Caves Park in Pismo Beach in 2019. Egg hunts are scheduled across San Luis Obispo County in March 2024. Laura Dickinson/The Tribune
Kids dash to pick up eggs at the Pismo Beach Easter Egg-Stravaganza at Dinosaur Caves Park in Pismo Beach in 2019. Egg hunts are scheduled across San Luis Obispo County in March 2024. Laura Dickinson/The Tribune

Eggs-travaganza

What: Children 12 and under can enjoy egg hunts, bounce houses, games, crafts and even a magic show.

When: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday

Where: Dinosaur Caves Park, Cliff Avenue and Price Street, Pismo Beach

Info: 805-773-7063 or pismobeach.org

Jasper Gamble, 2, pauses briefly in his hunt for plastic Easter eggs in San Luis Obispo in 2017. Egg hunts are scheduled across San Luis Obispo County in March 2024. Andrew Sheeler/asheeler@thetribunenews.com
Jasper Gamble, 2, pauses briefly in his hunt for plastic Easter eggs in San Luis Obispo in 2017. Egg hunts are scheduled across San Luis Obispo County in March 2024. Andrew Sheeler/asheeler@thetribunenews.com

Reggie Perkins Memorial Easter Egg Hunt

What: Hunt for eggs, play games and meet the Easter Bunny at this popular outdoor event. Free trolley rides are available to and from Cambria and San Simeon.

When: Noon to 2 p.m. Sunday, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. trolley rides

Where: Shamel Park, Windsor Boulevard just west of Highway 1, Cambria

Info: 805-927-3624 or cambriachamber.org

Hundreds of kids and parents braved a little rain to attend Arroyo Grande’s 33rd annual Easter Egg Hunt and Festival at Elm Street Park on Saturday, April 16, 2022. The free, time-staggered egg searches were held for ages 2 to adult. The kids could play in bounce houses, compete in a bunny hop and egg toss and snack on free hot dogs. Laura Dickinson/ldickinson@thetribunenews.com

Easter Egg Hunt on the Bluff at Dolphin Bay

What: Snap some photos with the Easter Bunny before participating in an all-ages egg hunt on Dolphin Bay Resort’s lawn. Find a golden egg and win a prize basket. There will be candy and coloring pages for the kids and complimentary champagne for grownups.

When: 1 p.m. Sunday

Where: Dolphin Bay Resort & Spa, 2727 Shell Beach Road, Pismo Beach

Info: 805-773-8900 or thedolphinbay.com