Easter 2026 in Parksville Qualicum Beach

Hop into spring with family and friends in Parksville Qualicum Beach, where egg-citing Easter activities await!

Celebrate spring in Parksville Qualicum Beach with an unforgettable Easter weekend filled with festive activities, Easter egg hunts, family-friendly events, and delicious brunches. If you're looking for a fun-filled day with the family, an artistic crafting session, or a relaxing holiday meal, we've got something for everyone to enjoy.

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Join the community at Parksville Qualicum Beach for one-of-a-kind Easter celebrations. Bursting with experiences and traditional events, and ready to welcome your family with open arms, PBQ's Easter celebrations are something you can't miss out on. From egg hunts to arts and craft and Easter brunch, dive into all that PBQ has in store with you and yours.

Easter Egg Hunts & Family-Friendly Events

Butterfly World Coombs

Butterfly World Coombs | Open Daily | 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Take a stroll through this tropical oasis, where you can admire butterflies, colorful goldfish, and lush plant life. A great way to spend Easter weekend surrounded by nature

Easter Basket Making

Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort & Conference Centre | March 26, 2026 | 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

Kids will have the opportunity to build their own Easter basket with provided arts and craft supplies in preparation for the Easter egg hunt! Non-resort guests are $15, while resort guests are $10.

Easter Egg Painting

Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort & Conference Centre | March 27, 2026 | 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

Tigh-Na-Mara is hosting a classic Easter egg painting event for children of all ages to join in on the classic tradition of dyeing and painting eggs for the holiday.

The Bunny Trail

Milner Gardens & Woodland | April 2-5, 2026 | 11:00 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Explore the beautiful garden paths while searching for hidden bunnies along the way. Pick up an activity sheet at the Welcome Centre and complete the tasks for a special Easter treat.

20th Annual Golden Shoe Hunt

Various RDN Parks | April 3 - May 18, 2026

Try your luck in the 19th annual hunt for the Golden Shoe in the area's best regional and community parks. Each week a golden shoe is hidden in an RDN park and a clue to its location is released. Head out to the park to find the shoe, log your entry and maybe win a prize. Adventurers of all ages will enjoy the hunt. Clues and instructions for the locations of the shoes will be posted weekly to getinvolved.rdn.ca/goldenshoe, and RDN social media (Facebook and Instagram) starting April 3.

Easter on the Farm

Little Qualicum Cheeseworks | April 4, 2026 | 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Bring the fam to Little Qualicum Cheeseworks for some Easter fun on April 4th! We'll have all sorts of activities going on, including an all-day Easter egg hunt⁠ (eggs will be replenished as needed), crafts & games, photobooth and food trucks. The event is free to attend and runs from 10-4 or as supplies last!

Easter Egg-Stavaganza

The MAC Community Garden | April 4, 2026

This interactive arts program for kids includes a fun-filled Easter egg hunt in the garden. Additional creative youth programs are available through RDN’s Youth Art @ MAC and Little Hands, Big Creations @ Craig St. Commons. Admission: $10 per child (supplies included). More info here.

Easter Egg Hunt at Tigh-Na-Mara

Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort & Conference Centre | April 5, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

This family-friendly event welcomes children ages 15 and under to participate in a resort-wide Easter egg hunt. For more details, check out the Spring Recreation Calendar.

Easter Brunch

Parksville Qualicum Beach is home to some of the region’s best breakfast restaurants. With menus boasting innovative takes on savory breakfast classics, like the ever-popular eggs benedict, and sweet treats to satisfy every palate. Don’t miss these special Easter brunches.

Bottomless Easter Brunch at Tigh-Na-Mara

Cedars Restaurant & Lounge | April 5, 2026

Enjoy a bountiful brunch of unlimited small plates featuring seasonal specialties and handcrafted delights. From fluffy waffles to savory spring dishes, there’s something for every palate. Reservations are encouraged. Call to reserve: 250-248-2333 or reserve online here.

Easter Brunch

Extreme Eatz Bar & Grill | April 5, 2026 | 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Munch down on some delicious traditional breakfast foods like scrambled eggs, bacon, pancakes, and more before following up your meal with an Easter egg hunt! Call 250-752-9727 ext. 2 to reserve your table and buy your tickets now!

Searching for more ways to welcome Spring on Easter weekend? Get outdoors and take a trip to one of our breathtaking parks and follow our guide to spotting local wildlife.

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