It’s springtime (depending on the week, right?), and you know what that means! In addition to the allergies and the rain, springtime means it’s time to plan for Easter. Whether you do Easter baskets, hide eggs, or gorge yourself with Cadbury eggs quietly in the closet (just me?), Easter is a great time to enjoy time with your family.
As expected, Chattanooga has a wide variety of ways to celebrate the season — check out the options below!
Easter Bunny Pics at Hamilton Place Mall or Northgate Mall
March 10 – April 8
Monday thru Saturday: 11am to 3:30pm, and 4pm to 8pm
Sunday: 12pm to 2:30pm, and 3pm – 6pm
Although not required, we strongly encourage all who wish to visit the Easter Bunny to make a reservation, as time-slots are limited (walk-up visits are available as space permits). Photo Package Pricing info can be found near the end of the page, and reservations can be made using the button below. Personal photography is not permitted.
Read House Easter Breakfast
Hop into a Morning of Magic at The Read House
Saturday, March 30th
9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Easter Bunny is here until 11 am
Join us on March 30th for a morning filled with wonder and excitement at our Easter Bunny Breakfast. In the heart of our Silver Ballroom, our special breakfast buffet awaits, setting the stage for a morning of festive delight. The guest of honor, the Easter Bunny, will be hopping around, ready for selfies and laughter. Treats and coloring activities await the kids, sparking their creativity and sweet tooth alike. With special pricing for adults and kids, and complimentary entry for our youngest guests under one, it’s an invitation to a morning where every detail is sprinkled with a bit of Easter magic. Secure your tickets today!
*$32 adults, $22 kids 10 and under, Free for kids one and under.
Chattanooga Zoo’s Hug-A-Bunny Day
March 27 & 30, 9am – 5pm
Hug-a-Bunny Days guests will have the chance to get their photo made with the Easter Bunny, enjoy springtime games and crafts, gather Easter eggs, watch as our Zoo animals enjoy their egg hunt enrichment, encounter the Zoo’s real bunnies, and more! You must enter during your time slot, but you can stay as long as you like!
Chattanooga Zoo Members enjoy a special early entry time 30 minutes before each session!
Adults $18.95, children $15.95, ages 2 and under free (for non-members)
Adults $9.00 and children $7.00 for Chattanooga Zoo members.
Easter Cruises on the Southern Belle Riverboat
The Southern Belle is offering a variety of Easter cruises this year. Choose one that fits your needs, whether you’re looking for breakfast, lunch, the Easter bunny or a nice cruise of the beautiful Tennessee river!
Rock City
Take part in the upcoming events at Rock City or just to see all the gorgeous springtime blooms from the heights of Lookout Mountain!
The Great Adult Egg Hunt and Hoppy Hour
Saturday, March 30 1pm – 5pm
Who says egg hunts are just for kids? Go on a hunt for artisanal, one-of-a-kind eggs created by local artists and eggs with prizes from local businesses.
The egg hunt officially kicks off at 2:00 p.m. with tunes from DJ MCPRO, a champagne bar, cotton candy from Bonjour Sucre, and more!
All that egg hunting will surely work up a hunger, so join the after-hunt “hop” along Main Street for happy hours and more.
Spring Fling at Cottonwood Farm
Saturday, March 26 12pm – 6pm
Join us to celebrate SPRING on Cottonwood Farm!
We have an incredible community day planned that the whole family will enjoy!
Easter at Coolidge Park
In 2009, Easter at Coolidge began as a fun, community event to gather families, friends and neighbors to celebrate Easter. It’s become a community-treasured, destination event on Easter Sunday!!
Do you have Easter plans yet? We’d love to see you in the park!
We’ll have coffee and donuts at the pavilion. Bring a basket for your kids to ‘hunt’ eggs. Set up a lawn chair to relax and celebrate with us during the Easter worship service.
If all else fails and you’re looking for ways to enjoy the beautiful spring weather, take a hike or visit a local playground!
We will update this guide as more events are announced. Make sure to check back regularly for event details, and leave a comment letting us know of any events we may have missed!
