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Celebrate Easter

Experience the Holiday with Worship, Brunch, and Fun Activities for the Whole Family

WORSHIP

Attending service on Easter Sunday can be a meaningful experience, featuring music, prayer, and reflection on the resurrection of Jesus Christ.

Below are several nearby Easter services you can attend. Please check the websites for any updated information.

Antioch Central Houston will be hosting their 10 am Easter service at the Levy Park pavilion & event lawn. They are inviting all attendees to bring a flower to place on the cross during their "flowering ceremony." Picnics and games are encouraged after the service. 
antioch.ch/events/easter-at-levy-park

Second Baptist Church's Woodway Campus hosts services on Good Friday at noon and Easter Sunday at 9:30, 11:11 am & 5 pm. Their immersive "Passion Week Experience", with self-guided tours along the stations of the cross, will be open Wed & Thu from 10 am - 9 pm and Fri from 2 - 9 pm.
second.org/woodway/easter

St. Anne Catholic Community offers Easter mass on Saturday at 5:15 pm and Sunday at 7:30 am, 9:00 am, 11:00 am, and 5:00 pm. The 11:00 am service is live-streamed on YouTube. Mass will also be held on Holy Thursday, April 6th.
saintanne.org

Easter at St. Luke's United Methodist Church begins with an outdoor sunrise service at 6:45 am. Those who prefer a later and more traditional service can attend at 8:00, 9;00, 10:05 & 11:10 am in the Sanctuary. Contemporary service is available at 9:15 & 10:15 am in the Fellowship Hall.
stlukesmethodist.org/easter

Lakewood Church's 90-minute services are full of music, prayer, and reflection. Attend in person on Sunday at 8:15 am and 11 am. Online streaming is available during the regular service times and Sunday at 7:00 pm.
lakewoodchurch.com/easter

BRUNCH

Now that the Lenton season is over, it's time to indulge in delicious food while spending quality time with family and friends. Check out one of these delightful restaurants for a memorable Easter Brunch.

Backstreet Cafe's Easter Brunch is an excellent choice due to its diverse menu, relaxed atmosphere, and scenic patio seating. With delightful appetizers like Gulf Coast Seafood Beignets and Chilled Creamy Artichoke Soup and sumptuous entrees such as Roasted Whole Cauliflower and Braised Lamb Shank, there's something for everyone. 
backstreetcafe.net

The Federal Grille's Easter brunch will feature a special 3-course meal featuring appetizers like shrimp and avocado toast, entrees like Thai shrimp and grits and traditional eggs benedict, and an array of desserts such as Maker's Mark bourbon bread pudding. 
thefederalgrill.com

Hugo's Easter brunch features a variety of classic Mexican dishes like chilaquiles, mole, and tamales alongside American brunch staples such as carving stations and omelet stations. The restaurant's elegant and welcoming decor complements the warm and inviting atmosphere of the brunch. 
hugosrestaurant.net

Bloom and Bee's dining room is decorated with an abundance of flowers and greenery, creating a delightful and picturesque ambiance for brunch-goers. Previous Easter menus have included lobster eggs Benedict with caviar and herb-roasted lamb.
thepostoakhotel.com/restaurants/bloom-&-Bee

Le Jardinier, meaning "the gardener" in French, is an authentic French restaurant at the HMFA, inspired by seasonal vegetables and driven by rigorous French culinary techniques. Some of last year's Easter menu highlights include spring rabbit ragu and roasted spicy lamb shoulder, perfect choices for the season.
lejardinier-houston.com

ACTIVITIES

Easter is a time to create happy memories, and engage in fun children's activities such as egg hunts and meeting the Easter Bunny. Check the event organizer's official website or social media pages for up-to-date information.

Brennan's Brunch with The Bunny offers a delightful three-course meal that features classic Southern fare like eggs Benedict and barbecue shrimp and grits. The restaurant is decorated with a festive Easter theme, and children can meet the Easter Bunny himself. Seating is from 9:30 am - 1:00 pm on April 7th. Reservations required. 
brennanshouston.com/event/brunch-with-the-bunny

Easter Farm Days at P-6 Farms offers Easter egg hunts, a visit with the Easter Bunny, and a train ride through the farm. Other activities include pony rides, gem mining, and a petting zoo. P-6 Farms also offers seasonal food and drinks like cotton candy and fresh lemonade. Easter Farm Days are April 1-2 & 7-8 from 10 am - 5 pm.
p-6farms.com/easter

Kemah Easter Weekend and SONrise service are popular destinations for families on Easter Sunday, April 9th, with an Easter Bunny meet and greet, live music, and themed attractions. Visitors can also participate in an Easter Egg Hunt and the 7:30 am Easter Sunday Sunrise Service overlooking the water.
kemahboardwalk.com

At the Bunny Cake Decorating Workshop, you can create a 4" Floral Bunny Cake just in time for Easter. The workshop will cover skills like creating Italian meringue buttercream, fondant bunny ears, pastel rosettes and how to level, fill, stack, crumb, and frost a round cake. The workshop will be hosted at The Creative Chateau on Saturday, April 8, 2023 from 2pm - 5pm and costs $249 per person.
winkbyerica.com/workshops

Crosspoint Church is hosting their annual Easter Egg Hunt at Evelyn's Park in Bellaire. This exciting event will be held on Saturday, April 8th from 9am-12pm, and promises to offer popular activities such as the egg hunt, face painting, bounce houses, raffle prizes, and food trucks.