Your Quick Guide to Easter Weekend in Squamish

Posted on: March 4, 2024

Your Quick Guide to Easter Weekend in Squamish
Sea to Sky Gondola

A long weekend is coming up in Squamish and it’s looking to be a lovely one as we enjoy warmer weather, sunnier days, time with family and friends, and Easter goodies. It’s shaping up to be a busy, so we thought we’d drop this quick guide to Easter weekend 2024 so you can get planning. Now hop to it!

Events

If you're Easter involves brighly-coloured eggs, bunnies and brunch then we have something for you!

Your Quick Guide to Easter Weekend in Squamish Image

Image: Sea to Sky Gondola

Sea to Sky Gondola

Experience a memorable Easter Sunday at the Sea to Sky Gondola with family and friends on March 31st. Start with an Easter egg gathering on the Spirit Trail.

Here you’ll visit forest woodland characters to collect your chocolate eggs at your own pace, from 10AM until 11AM. Follow it up with a​ delicious Easter Brunch.

Reserve your table in advance for either 10AM OR 12PM.

Details & Reservations: www.seatoskygondola.com

Britannia Mine Museum

Learn about the tools used and treasures found by the workers of the Britannia Mine Museum during their Easter celebrations.

Admission includes a special underground tour, the BOOM! Experience and self-led scavenger hunt. Find all the mineral clues on site to earn a special geological prize.

You can also join their Historical Interpreters in the Terra Lab for the Colours of Copper demonstration from 11am to 3pm. Learn how and why copper turns blue in wet environments. You can even try it yourself!

On from March 29th through April 1st. Advanced bookings strongly recommended.

For more information: www.britanniaminemuseum.ca

Easter Hunt at The Park

Head down to Stan Clarke Park in downtown Squamish on Saturday, March 30th for a fun Easter hunt. In addition to the Egg Hunt, there will be face painting, storytime, games and prizes! Starts at 10:30AM and goes until 12:30PM.

Squamish Firefighters Easter Egg Hunt

Head to the Brennan Park Baseball Diamonds at 11am for a family friendly egg hunt for up to ages 0-10.

Airhouse Sports Academy

Easter FUN in the Facility with a special Easter AirVenture CAMP and DROP-IN egg hunt sessions for your kids. Check out their AirVenture CAMP, featuring a super fun egg hunt on Monday, April 1. Do a drop in to join their under 5’s Egg Hunt from 9am - 10:30am. Family Passes are available online and are a great way to spend the long weekend together being active, playing and learning new skills.

 

Easter Treats

If you didn't catch the Easter Bunny or there aren't enough eggs in your basket, head to one of our downtown cafés as they roll out an eggs-cellent selection of goodies that will get your nose twitching. 

Your Quick Guide to Easter Weekend in Squamish ImageImage: Sunflower Bakery

Fox & Oak

The popular brioche donuts at Fox & Oak take on an Easter twist that will have everyone lining up to snag theirs. This year's treats to be released soon.

Sunflower Bakery

Hippity-Hop your way into Sunflower Bakery in Downtown Squamish to check out their selection of Easter themed goodies like donuts, buns and more! We can't wait to see what they will be creating this year.

Tall Tree Bakery

This year Tall Tree has a special festive Easter cream-filled croissant, filled with vanilla bean cream and dark chocolate shavings and topped with a mini egg. Available all week long, limited quantity. To avoid disappointment, place a pre-order!

 

Fergies BrunchImage: Fergies Cafe

Brunch

Easter Sunday is a wonderful day to get out and enjoy a beautiful brunch with family and friends. Here’s our list of top brunch spots – be sure to get there early as it will be very busy this day!

Peak Provisions

On this weekend only, grab their special 'Brown Butter, Mini Egg Pancakes with Kahlua Whip Cream & Bottomless Mimosas'.

The Crabapple Café 

New brunch item: Smoked Salmon and Tarragon Frittata. Yum!

Fergie’s Café 

Try their new fresh squeezed Orange Juice or Brioche French Toast with Blueberry Compote.

Lil Chef Bistro

A local favourite, you'll love their homemade English Muffins topped with a selection of house-made meats and toppings.

Pepe's Chophouse

Open Friday through Sunday at 11:30AM to serve up traditional Easter brunch & lunch. Be sure to call ahead and make a reservation!

Squamish Valley Golf Course

All the breakfast classics with a stunning view of the fairways and mountains.

 

Afternoon Activities

Fingers and buns crossed that Easter Sunday will be bright, sunny and warm! Here are a few suggestions for a nice way to spend an afternoon. Even if it does rain, just don your Easter bonnet (or a raincoat) and make the best of it.

Your Quick Guide to Easter Weekend in Squamish ImageImage: @faubert.images

Go Beachcombing

Head down to Porteau Cove Provincial Park and enjoy a calming walk on the beach.  Take a closer look for pretty shells, driftwood, rocks, starfish and more. Keep an eye out for whales in Howe Sound!

Look for Birds in the Estuary

Spring has sprung and it’s a wonderful time to search for an array of bird life in Squamish. The Squamish Estuary, which is a designated Wildlife Management Area, is the perfect spot to birdwatch and breath in some fresh air. Who knows, you might even spot a bunny or two.

Go on a Hike

There's no better way to work off all that chocolate than to head into Squamish's lush green forests for ramble around. You can find plenty of family friendly options for trails here.

Whether you brunch or bunny hop, search for eggs, attend a day of worship or head out on an outdoor adventure, we hope everyone enjoys a lovely Easter weekend!

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