{"id":43116,"date":"2026-03-27T15:44:36","date_gmt":"2026-03-27T19:44:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/chescotimes.com\/?p=43116"},"modified":"2026-03-27T15:45:10","modified_gmt":"2026-03-27T19:45:10","slug":"what-to-do-easter-edition-lots-of-bunny-related-options-this-weekend","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/chescotimes.com\/?p=43116","title":{"rendered":"What To Do (Easter Edition): Lots of Bunny-related options this weekend"},"content":{"rendered":"
By Denny Dyroff<\/strong>, Entertainment Editor, The Times<\/em><\/div>\n
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Highland Orchards<\/p><\/div>\n

We\u2019re coming down the home stretch of the 2026 Easter holiday and there are holiday activies everywhere.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Highland Orchards (1000 Marshallton-Thorndale Road, West Chester, www.highlandorchards.net<\/u><\/a>) is presenting<\/div>\n
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\u201cHayrides to Easter Bunny\u201d on March 28 and 29 and April 2-4..<\/div>\n
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Participants can enjoy a leisurely hayride to visit the Easter Bunny, hear a story about spring and receive an egg with a coupon for a treat to be redeemed back in the Market.<\/div>\n
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The event takes about 30 minutes with wagons leaving about every half hour. Event hours are from 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. each day.<\/div>\n
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The bunny doesn\u2019t come out in the rain! Hayrides run weather permitting. No refunds, but you can visit a different day.<\/div>\n

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Reservations are encouraged but not required.<\/div>\n
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Tickets are $10 can be purchased in the Farm Market on the day or in advance.<\/div>\n
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Linvilla Orchards (137 West Knowlton Road, Media, 610-876-7116, www.linvilla.com<\/u><\/a>) will be presenting \u201cHayrides to Bunnyland\u201d from March 28-April 4.<\/div>\n
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Linvilla Orchards<\/p><\/div>\n

There\u2019s no place quite like Bunnyland at Linvilla Orchards.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Visitors can hop aboard a hayride as it carries them through the woods to visit the Easter Bunny\u2019s house where they will have the chance to meet Linvilla\u2019s Easter Bunny.<\/div>\n
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One of Linvilla\u2019s Bunny friends will tell a magical story and guests will receive a special treat.<\/div>\n
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As an added attraction, the Easter Bunny likes to take pictures with all special guests.<\/div>\n
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This hayride lasts approximately 20-30 minutes.<\/div>\n
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Tickets are $13 for ages 5 and up and $10 for ages 1-4.<\/div>\n
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\"\"\u201cEaster Brunch at Elmwood Park Zoo\u201d (1661 Harding Boulevard, Norristown, www.elmwoodparkzoo.org<\/u><\/a>) is scheduled for March\u00a0 28 and 29 and April 3, 4 and 5.<\/div>\n
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Participants can enjoy a delicious breakfast, participate in Easter activities, and meet one of the zoo\u2019s beloved education animals. They can also take a picture with the Easter Bunny and then enjoy exploring the Zoo.<\/div>\n
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\u00a0Tickets include admission to the Zoo, brunch, a photo opportunity with the Easter Bunny and more.<\/div>\n
The Easter menu features Roast Top Round, Ham, Carved Turkey, Sausage, Turkey Sausage, Red bliss Potatoes, Waffle Bar with Fried Chicken, Pasta Primavera, Mac and Cheese Shells, Omelette Bar, Scrambled Eggs, Quiche Danish, Cinnamon Buns, Dessert Cart, and various beverages.<\/div>\n
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Prices start at $115 for a table of two.<\/div>\n
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The American Swedish Historical Museum\u00a0(1900 Pattison Avenue,\u00a0Philadelphia, www.americanswedish.org<\/u><\/a>) is hosting an event on March 29 called \u201cSwedish Easter Celebration.\u201d<\/div>\n
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Also billed as \u201cEaster Family Day,\u201d it will run from 2-4 p.m. on Sunday afternoon.<\/div>\n
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Visitors will be able to introduce their little ones to Swedish Easter traditions.<\/div>\n
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Children can make Swedish Easter crafts, dress up as Swedish Easter witches, enjoy face painting, and take part in an egg hunt.<\/div>\n
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Tickets are $15 for adults, $10 for seniors\/students and $5 for kids (ages 2-12).<\/div>\n
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Sesame Place (100 Sesame Road, Langhorne, www.sesameplace.com<\/u><\/i><\/a>) will celebrate \u201cElmo\u2019s Eggstravaganza\u201d now through April 6.<\/div>\n
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Guests can visit Sesame Place Philadelphia for a hoppin\u2019 good time with exciting rides, entertaining shows, the Sesame Street Party Parade and special Easter fun with everyone\u2019s favorite furry friends.<\/div>\n
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Visitors can enjoy soaring, spinning, whirling and twirling on Sesame Street-themed rides, get photos with your favorite friends in their Eggstravaganza attire, meet and take photos with the Easter Bunny, go on a scavenger hunt for Easter Eggs around the park, and so much more.<\/div>\n
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They also will be able to dance and sing along to the \u201cSesame Street Party Parade,\u201d the \u201cFurry Friends Bunny Hop Dance Party\u201d and \u201cThe Magic of Art.\u201d<\/div>\n
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Park admission and parking fees are not required for entry.<\/div>\n
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Peddler\u2019s Village (Routes 202 and 263, Lahaska, 215-794-4000, www.peddlersvillage.com<\/u><\/a>) will present the \u201cSixth Annual\u00a0\u201cPEEPS\u00ae\u00a0in the Village\u201d\u00a0now through April 12 (except on Easter Sunday).<\/div>\n
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The popular event showcases the creative talents of regional residents\u2013and the longstanding allure of the colorful candies. There will be more than 130 marshmallow masterpieces carefully crafted with bright bunnies and chicks in inspired, inventive settings.<\/div>\n
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The event will start at 10 a.m. each day except on Sundays when it opens at 11 a.m.<\/div>\n
The Easter Bunny is known for hopping around but not always. Sometimes, he opts for a different form of locomotion \u2013 with real locomotives.<\/div>\n
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Sometimes, instead of bouncing along the ground, the big happy rabbit rides a train. This weekend, the holiday bunny will be riding trains all around the area.<\/div>\n
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One of the best train rides with the Easter Bunny is the one presented by the West Chester Railroad (Market Street Station, West Chester, www.wcrailroad.com<\/u><\/a>).<\/div>\n
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The special \u201cEaster Bunny Express\u201d trains will run on March 28, 29 and April 4 at 10 a.m., noon and 2 p.m. each day.<\/div>\n
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The 75-minute journey on the trail line\u2019s heated and decorated train travels through Chester Creek Valley.<\/div>\n
Along the way, the Easter Bunny makes a special appearance, offering plenty of photo opportunities and holiday fun for children and adults alike. It\u2019s a delightful way to celebrate the season while enjoying a classic train ride experience.<\/div>\n
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Adult fare for the West Chester Railroad trips is $35. Tickets for children (ages 2-12) are $30 while toddlers (ages 9-23 months) get to ride for $15.<\/div>\n
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The Wilmington & Western Railroad (2201 Newport Gap Pike, Wilmington, Delaware, www.wwrr.com<\/u><\/a>) will run its \u201cEaster Bunny Express\u201d on March 28 and 29 and April 3 and 4 at 10:30 a.m., noon and 2 and 3:30 p.m.<\/div>\n
The Easter Bunny hops aboard the train for a 1.5-hour round-trip ride to Ashland and hands out special treats to all of the kids onboard.<\/div>\n
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The Easter Bunny will visit everyone aboard the train and pose for pictures. This is a great way to welcome Spring and bring the family out for a fun time on the rails.<\/div>\n
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This event is powered by one of the rail line\u2019s historic first-generation diesel locomotives.<\/div>\n
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Tickets for these trains are $27 for adults, $26 for senior citizens and $25 for children.<\/div>\n
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The New Hope and Ivyland Railroad (32 West Bridge Street, New Hope, 215-862-2332, www.newhoperailroad.com<\/u><\/a>) is running its annual \u201cEaster Bunny Express\u201d on March, 28 and 29 and April 4 and 5 with departures at 10 a.m., noon and 2 p.m.<\/div>\n
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The Easter Bunny is going to ride onboard the train where he will visit with each child, hand out special treats and pose for pictures.<\/div>\n
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Coach tickets are $50 for adults, $48 for children (ages 12-plus) and $11 for toddlers (under 2).<\/div>\n
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The train ride departs from and returns to the New Hope Train Station. Riders can take in the sights of early spring as the Easter Bunny visits with all of the children handing out special candy treats and posing for photos taken by the railroad staff.<\/div>\n
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The rail line is also offering its \u201cGrapevine Express\u201d on March 21 and 22 at 5 p.m.\u00a0 Tickets are $143.<\/div>\n
The Northern Central Railway (2 West Main Street, New Freedom, www.northerncentralrailway.com<\/u><\/a>)\u00a0is running its \u201cEggspecially Fun Bunny Run!\u201d on March 28 and 29 and April 3 and 4.<\/div>\n
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The special excursion will take passengers to Glen Rock and back \u2013 allowing them to take in views of the scenic Heritage\u00a0Rail\u00a0Trail\u00a0County Park.\u00a0The Easter Bunny\u2019s Helper will be on the train for photo ops.<\/div>\n
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After returning to New Freedom, children can participate in an egg hunt (weather permitting). Each child will receive a free treat bag, including a bunny pretzel donated by Smittie\u2019s Soft Pretzels.<\/div>\n
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The coaches are pushed and pulled by the rail\u00a0line\u2019s vintage PRR GP9 Diesel Locomotive, built in 1959.<\/div>\n
This is a one-hour excursion. Tickets will be printed and available for pick up at the ticket booth on the day of the excursion.<\/div>\n
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Departure times are 10 a.m. and noon on Friday and 10 a.m., noon and 2 p.m. on Saturday. Tickets prices are — Adults (13 and older), $28.99; Children (3-13), $19.99.<\/div>\n
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The Colebrookdale\u00a0Railroad (South Washington Street, Boyertown, www.colebrookdalerailroad.com<\/u><\/a>) is running its \u201cEaster Eggs-press\u201d on March 28 and 29 and April 4.<\/div>\n
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A good way for families to make Easter memories that will last a lifetime is to join Peter Cottontail aboard this special ride on the Colebrookdale Railroad.<\/div>\n
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Kids can visit with the Easter Bunny outside and join other children in a search for Easter eggs. Children will enjoy a complimentary Easter themed coloring book and 10 prefilled Easter eggs.<\/div>\n
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Tickets are $35.<\/div>\n
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The Middletown & Hummelstown Railroad (136 Brown Street, Middletown, 717-944-4435, www.mhrailroad.com<\/u><\/a>) will be running its \u201cEaster Bunny Express\u201d trains on March 28 and 29 and April 3 and 4.<\/div>\n
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The trains will depart at 1 and 2:30 p.m. on Saturday.<\/div>\n
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The Easter Bunny has a special surprise for all kids aged 11 and under \u2013 and will also be posing with children for keepsake photos of the event.<\/div>\n
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The ride is a 1.5-hour round trip.<\/div>\n
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Ticket prices are Adults (Ages 12+), $23; Children (Ages 2-11), $19; and Infant (Under 2 years, lap-held), $6.<\/div>\n
The Strasburg Rail Road (Route 741, Strasburg, 717-687-7522, www.strasburgrailroad.com<\/u><\/i><\/a>) is running its \u201c2026 Easter Eggstravaganza\u201d on March 28 and 29 and April 3-5.<\/div>\n
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Passengers can welcome spring with a timeless voyage through the heart of Pennsylvania\u2019s most beautiful farmland, led by a very special guest<\/div>\n
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Aboard the rail line\u2019s meticulously restored early 20th-century coaches, the Easter Bunny himself serves as your Conductor, greeting every child with a special surprise and the hallmark hospitality of the Strasburg Rail Road.<\/div>\n
Riders can experience the magic of heritage steam railroading as the landscape awakens for the season, creating a memorable journey that connects our historic legacy with your family\u2019s newest traditions.<\/div>\n
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Fares are $37.08 for adults and $31.46 for children.<\/div>\n
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Woodstown\u00a0Central Railroad (650\u00a0Woodstown-Alloway Road, Pilesgrove Township, New Jersey,\u00a0woodstowncentral.com<\/a>) is running its \u201cEaster Bunny Express\u201d on March 28and 29 and April 3 and 4.<\/div>\n
Passengers will embark on a springtime excursion aboard a beautifully decorated train as the Easter Bunny meets with every child.<\/div>\n
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The train will take riders through the blossoming forests and fertile farmland of historic Salem County before reaching the Easter Bunny\u2019s home at Fenwick Grove.<\/div>\n
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There, guests will have 45 minutes to look for eggs and take in the scenic creekside views before returning home on the train.<\/div>\n
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Fares are $39 for adults and $32 for children.<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times We\u2019re coming down the home stretch of the 2026 Easter holiday and there are holiday activies everywhere. Highland Orchards (1000 Marshallton-Thorndale Road, West Chester, www.highlandorchards.net) is presenting \u201cHayrides to Easter Bunny\u201d on March 28 and 29 and April 2-4.. Participants can enjoy a leisurely hayride to visit the […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":43113,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[5],"tags":[8071,6269,3939,3921],"class_list":["post-43116","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-community","tag-elmwood-park-zoo","tag-featured","tag-highland-orchards","tag-linvilla-orchards"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/chescotimes.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/43116","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/chescotimes.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/chescotimes.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/chescotimes.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/chescotimes.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=43116"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/chescotimes.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/43116\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":43118,"href":"https:\/\/chescotimes.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/43116\/revisions\/43118"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/chescotimes.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/43113"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/chescotimes.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=43116"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/chescotimes.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=43116"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/chescotimes.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=43116"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}