Sunrise Service at Mount Davidson Cross
For a peaceful and more reflective start to Easter Sunday, the sunrise service at Mount Davidson Cross is one of San Francisco’s most meaningful holiday traditions. Set beside the city’s iconic cross, this early morning gathering offers a quiet way to begin the day above the city.
It’s simple, beautiful, and especially memorable on a clear morning. Bring warm layers, wear comfortable shoes, and plan to arrive early enough to settle in before sunrise.
Where: Mount Davidson Cross, San Francisco
When: Easter Sunday, early morning at sunrise
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Yerba Buena Gardens Easter Egg Hunt
One of the best-known Easter events in San Francisco, the Yerba Buena Gardens Easter Egg Hunt is a classic city celebration that usually brings together families for a cheerful morning of egg hunting, entertainment, and spring fun right in the heart of downtown.
Because of its central location, it’s also easy to pair with brunch, coffee, or a stroll around SoMa afterward. If you want a straightforward, family-friendly Easter outing, this is one of the easiest to add to your weekend plans.
Where: Yerba Buena Gardens, 750 Howard St
When: March 28, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
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Canvas Church Easter Egg Hunt
Held in the Presidio, the Canvas Church Easter Egg Hunt has a bigger, more festival-like feel than some of the city’s smaller neighborhood egg hunts. With wide lawns and extra family activities, it feels like a full spring outing rather than just a quick stop.
This is a great option if you want plenty of room to spread out and stay a while. The Presidio setting also makes it easy to turn the morning into a longer outdoor plan.
Where: Main Parade Lawn, Presidio
When: March 28, 10:00 am – 12:30 pm
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Spring Eggstravaganza at the San Francisco Zoo
If you’d rather build Easter around a full day out, the San Francisco Zoo & Gardens is one of the easiest choices. Seasonal programming often includes spring-themed activities alongside everything that already makes the zoo a fun family outing.
It’s a good pick if you want variety and flexibility rather than centering the whole day around one short event. For families with little ones, that often makes the day feel much easier.
Where: San Francisco Zoo, 1 Zoo Rd
When: Check the 2026 holiday calendar
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Easter in the Park at Dolores Park
If you want an Easter celebration that feels San Francisco, Easter in the Park at Dolores Park unmistakably is the one. This local tradition blends family moments with the city’s more playful, eccentric side, turning the park into one of the liveliest places to be on Easter Sunday.
The event is best known for costumes, performances, and the famous Hunky Jesus and Easter Bonnet contests. It’s festive, funny, and a very San Francisco way to celebrate spring.
Where: Mission Dolores Park
When: Easter Sunday
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Fort Mason Easter Egg Hunt & Farmers Market
For something smaller and more relaxed, Fort Mason offers a nice Easter option by the waterfront. The combination of an egg hunt and a farmers’ market setting makes the whole morning feel casual, easy, and very San Francisco.
This is a lovely pick if you want a lower-key Easter activity, followed by coffee, pastries, or a bay walk, rather than a bigger festival atmosphere.
Where: Fort Mason Center
When: Easter Sunday
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Sausalito Easter Parade & Egg Hunt
If you don’t mind leaving San Francisco for a short trip, the Sausalito Easter Parade & Egg Hunt adds a more charming, small-town feel to the weekend. Waterfront views and a community atmosphere make this a lovely alternative to the city’s busier events.
It’s especially appealing if you want a scenic Easter outing that still feels festive and family-friendly.
Where: Downtown Sausalito
When: Saturday, April 4th
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Half Moon Bay Easter Egg Hunts & Farm Events
For a more countryside-style Easter, Half Moon Bay farms often host spring events with egg hunts and other family-friendly activities. These outings usually feel more spacious and seasonal, with room to wander and a setting that turns the day into a mini coastal getaway.
If you want something more storybook than city-based, this is a beautiful direction to go for Easter weekend.
Where: Various farms in Half Moon Bay
When: Varies by venue
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Bay Area & Nearby Easter Events
Spring at Filoli (Woodside)
If your Easter mood leans more elegant than egg-hunt-heavy, Filoli is one of the most beautiful spring outings in the Bay Area. Blooming gardens, estate views, and seasonal events make it an ideal slower holiday day trip.
Where: 86 Cañada Rd, Woodside
When: Spring season, check the calendar
Spring Family Events at Gilroy Gardens
For families with younger kids, Gilroy Gardens is a wholesome option with rides, gardens, and seasonal programming that can make Easter weekend feel like a full mini getaway.
Where: 3050 Hecker Pass Hwy, Gilroy
When: Check the spring schedule
More Spring Day Trips
- Golden Gate Park — bring a picnic and make a low-key Easter afternoon of it.
- Presidio Tunnel Tops — spacious lawns, skyline views, and easy family time.
- Half Moon Bay farms — fresh air, coastal scenery, and spring events.
- Sausalito waterfront — combine the parade with lunch and a scenic walk.
- Filoli — ideal for a more beautiful, grown-up spring outing.
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