Easter is a festive time of year in South County because it signals the unofficial beginning of spring. At this point, the snow has typically melted, and many migratory birds have returned after departing for the winter, giving locals some great weather to look forward to in the coming months.
You’ll find a few Easter events if you visit South County in the early spring, giving you a chance to enjoy a great meal or allow your kids to grab some Easter eggs. You can also get outdoors at this time of year because things are starting to warm up.
These Easter events typically take place the week before Easter Weekend or on the holiday weekend itself. Here’s a look at some of the top Easter 2023 events in South County, RI.
Wilcox Park Easter Egg Hunt
Wilcox Park in downtown Westerly is a popular gathering spot that sometimes hosts concerts and other events. It’s also listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
The park is hosting a free Easter egg hunt on April 1, 2023, between 1:00 and 2:00 PM, which you’ll want to attend if you’re visiting the region with children. The hunt is for kids between the ages of one and eight, and the youngest children get to go first to ensure they come away with some prizes.
You can reach Wilcox Park in a matter of minutes if you book a vacation rental in Watch Hill or Weekapaug, making this an excellent option the week before Easter.
Easter at Ocean House
Watch Hill is home to Ocean House, an event venue with multiple restaurants, a private beach, and a large outdoor area. The facility will be hosting a few Easter events, which you can select depending on your preferences.
First, there’s the Easter Egg Roll and Hunt, which takes place on Easter Sunday, April 9, between 11:30 AM and noon. The gist is that participants will compete in a race where they’ll roll an Easter egg on the grass toward the finish line, collecting prizes along the way. There’s also a photo op with the Easter Bunny after the race and an Easter egg hunt with more treats available. Reservations are required to participate, and Ocean House will ask for a $15 donation per child.
Ocean House is hosting an Easter Brunch in the Seaside Ballroom between 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM on April 9, as well. This meal will include a breakfast station with eggs, bacon, French toast, sausage, and cod, a raw bar, and a carving station with pork loin and lamb. There will be dessert available after your meal and complimentary mimosas for adults. This brunch costs $125 for those 13+, $65 for guests between six and 12, and is free for those five and under.
COAST restaurant also has an Easter dinner on April 9 between 4:30 and 8:00 PM. This meal is $175 for all guests, and wine pairings are available for an additional $125. The dinner will be a special four-course meal prepared by the venue’s culinary team, ensuring it’s an Easter you never forget.
Weekapaug Inn Easter Events
Weekapaug Inn is another oceanfront venue that’s worth checking out over Easter because of its various events. First, there’s an Easter egg hunt starting at 11:30 AM on Saturday, April 8. This hunt costs $15 per child and will feature various treats as your kids explore the facility’s outdoor area. Any child who discovers a golden egg will receive a special prize, as well.
Then, on April 9, The Restaurant will host a family-style Easter brunch between 11:00 AM and 3:30 PM. This meal costs $85 for adults, $39 for kids between four and 12, and is free for anyone three and under.
Brunch at The General Stanton Inn
The General Stanton Inn in Charlestown serves a Sunday brunch every week, and Easter Sunday won’t be any different. You can choose between popular menu items like their traditional bacon and egg breakfast, Johnny cakes, French toast, steak and eggs, and poached eggs to help get you going first thing in the morning.
The cocktails will be flowing, too, as The General Stanton Inn makes a fine bloody Mary and will also have mimosas and peach bellinis ready to go.
Enjoy Your South County Easter
You’ll never be short on Easter events if you visit South County this spring because nearly every town has a brunch or Easter egg hunt to attend. It doesn’t matter if you’re booking a vacation rental with your kids or coming as a couple; this idyllic stretch of coastline has something for everyone and will ensure you make the most of your first weeks of spring.