12 Ways to Celebrate Easter in St. Louis

This year, Easter will be observed on April 20, so let’s hop to it!

From kid-friendly brunches to adult egg hunts to religious masses, here are our favorite ways to celebrate Easter in St. Louis.

Eckert’s Easter Egg-Citement

April 12, 13, 18 and 19

Eckert’s annual Easter Egg-Citement returns to the farm this April! The event includes an Easter egg hunt in the fields, a petting zoo, tractor rides around the farm, a chance to plant a seed to take home, cookie icing stations, a visit to the duck pond, a special gift from the Easter Bunny, a free photo scene with the Easter Bunny and more. Only children require an admission ticket, which costs $20 online and $25 at the door.

Easter Bunny Brunch and Egg Hunt

April 12, 13, 18, 19, 20, 21

Gather your loved ones and celebrate Easter at Grant’s Farm in St. Louis. The joyful event will begin with a brunch buffet in the beautiful Carriage Haus, followed by a playful egg hunt on the lawn of the Busch Family Estate for children under the age of 12. The meal will include an assortment of goodies, from scrambled eggs to donut holes and beef brisket to mac ‘n’ cheese. You can also have your photo taken with the Easter Bunny, see an array of animals in the stables and go home with an extra-special souvenir.

Eckert’s Adult Easter Egg Hunt

April 17, 18 and 19

Hop over to Eckert’s for an egg-straordinary evening of grown-up fun. Open to those 21 and older, the second annual adult Easter egg hunt features prize-filled eggs, live music, festive drinks and a variety of activities designed to bring out the child in everyone. Participants will race through the Christmas Tree Field to find hidden Easter eggs, which contain everything from chocolate to cash. One lucky egg hunter will win a year’s supply of the farm’s famous cider donuts! The egg hunt begins promptly at 8 p.m., and every participant is limited to collecting 12 eggs. Live music will play from 6 to 9:30 p.m. in the Cider Shed, where guests can enjoy themed handcrafted cocktails. Additional activities include the Peep Art Show, Outrageous Bonnet Contest and a photo opportunity with the Easter Bunny.

Giant Egg Hunt and Pancake Breakfast

April 19

Get egg-cited – the annual egg hunt at Brookdale Farms features thousands of eggs filled with candy, cash, games and electronics! Lucky participants will also find memberships to local attractions when they crack open the shells. Before the action begins, kids and their families can feast on hot, fluffy pancakes from 8:30 to 10 a.m. and get their photos taken with the Easter Bunny. Other entertainment includes music, inflatables, food trucks and a petting zoo.

Easter Mass

April 20

Nestled in the Central West End neighborhood, the Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis is a truly magnificent setting for Easter Mass. Not just a Roman Catholic Church, it’s a distinguished work of art. With its lofty vaults and radiant mosaics, the sheer scale of beauty is awe-inspiring. In its creation, more than a dozen architects’ and artisans’ concepts coalesced into a magnificently well-integrated and harmonious whole. On April 20, Mass will be held here at 8 a.m., 10 a.m., 12 p.m. and 5 p.m.

Easter Brunch and Dinner Cruise

April 20

This Easter, leave the cooking – and the mess – to Miss Augusta. The 105-foot Skipperliner yacht departs from Klondike Park, guiding passengers through Missouri wine country in style. The boat has three stories, including two enclosed, climate-controlled levels and a sun deck, where you can soak up the rays and enjoy the breeze. On Easter Sunday, the talented onboard culinary team will offer a brunch buffet on the 11:30 a.m. cruise and a plated dinner on the 4 p.m. cruise. The former will feature turkey bacon, hash browns, cinnamon rolls and more, while the latter will include four courses comprised of Mediterranean crostini with roasted chicken, sundried tomato, basil and mozzarella; a beetroot and arugula salad with a toasted walnut vinaigrette; turkey roulade; and carrot cake drizzled with white chocolate and caramel sauce.

Sunday Brunch Cruise

April 20

Easter or not, the perfect Sunday starts with brunch aboard the Riverboats at the Gateway Arch. During the two-hour cruise, you can enjoy spectacular views, live entertainment and chef-inspired cuisine. The floating brunch menu features strawberry pancakes, scrambled eggs, buttermilk biscuits, sausage gravy, cinnamon rolls, fresh fruit, stuffed chicken breast, maple ham, garlic green beans and more. Looking for a buzz? Indulge in bottomless Champagne for just $25 a person.

Easter Brunch at Cardinals Nation

April 20

Easter brunch at Cardinals Nation is a grand slam! Served from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the menu hits the spot with freshly baked muffins, cooked-to-order omelets, applewood-smoked bacon, breakfast potatoes and brioche French toast. Diners will also be dazzled by the seafood display and carving station. The best part? The meal includes admission to the St. Louis Cardinals Hall of Fame and Museum, a must-have experience for baseball fans from near and far.

Easter Brunch and Scavenger Hunt

April 20

On Easter, Casa Don Alfonso at The Ritz-Carlton, St. Louis will host a festive brunch featuring favorites such as pancakes, waffles and omelets, alongside seasonally inspired Italian dishes. To satisfy your sweet tooth, don’t miss the live dessert station where pastry chefs will assemble chocolate bread pudding and sweet cream gelato in front of guests. The Easter Bunny will make an appearance, and once they’re finished eating, kids can embark on an Easter scavenger hunt throughout the hotel.

Easter Brunch at 612North

April 20

Celebrate Easter in St. Louis with an unforgettable brunch experience at 612North! On April 20, guests are invited to indulge in a festive buffet featuring housemade chicken and waffles, a ham and prime rib carving station, an Instagrammable donut wall, savory quiche, bagels and lox, biscuits and gravy, fresh fruits and more. Beyond the delicious spread, families can capture special memories with a free Easter Bunny photo op, a self-serve photo booth and a complimentary Easter-themed drawing kit for kids. The stunning riverfront views and welcoming atmosphere make this the perfect way to celebrate the holiday with loved ones.

Easter Bunny Brunch

April 20

Enjoy Easter brunch in the ballroom at Le Méridien St. Louis Clayton this year. On April 20, guests can dine on a variety of brunch classics including carved ham, customized omelets, short rib hash and smoked salmon before a visit from the Easter Bunny. Available from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the brunch buffet is $65 for adults and $35 for children aged 12 and younger. Reservations recommended.

Easter Brunch at DraftKings at Casino Queen

April 20

DraftKings at Casino Queen invites you and your friends to Bridgeway for a four-course prix-fixe brunch menu on Easter Sunday. The meal will include classic deviled eggs, steak and eggs, chicken and waffles, sliced beef tenderloin served with a petite quiche and crispy potatoes, a housemade biscuit with gravy and cheesecake topped with berry compote. Wash it all down with $5 mimosas and then test your luck on the casino floor!

Looking for other ways to celebrate Easter in St. Louis? Check our events calendar.