Easter plans in Arvada? Start here 🐣
Your Easter weekend, sorted
Happy Friday, Arvada 💕
You’ve probably seen a few Easter things popping up already, but this weekend is where it all actually comes together. There’s more happening than you’d expect, and not all of it is obvious at first glance. Read on before you lock in your plans.
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Cravings: Scrumptious
If Willy Wonka opened a shop in Olde Town, it’d look a lot like Scrumptious. This spot is stacked wall-to-wall with nostalgic candy, bottled sodas, and creative ice cream flavors (think cardamom vanilla or Oreo cake batter). The portions are generous, the milkshakes are elite, and it’s dangerously easy to walk out with way more sweets than you planned.
📍 Olde Town Arvada ⏰ Opens 11 AM 💰 $5–15
Easter weekend is coming in hot
If your weekend plans could use a little more candy, brunch, or bunny sightings, Arvada’s got you covered. There’s a mix of family events, low-key ways to celebrate, and a few things you might not expect. Read on before everything fills up.
🐣 Saturday, April 4
Easter Egg Hunt @ Freedom Street Social
⏰ 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Easter Bunny photos + pro photographer on-site
Age-based hunt waves:
11:15 AM (0–3)
11:45 AM (3–6)
12:00 PM (7+)
Brunch + lunch options if you want to hang after
Spring Basket Giveaway @ Carly’s Boutique
Spend $50+ → enter to win a $200+ Easter basket
Drawing on April 30
“You Deserve an Easter Basket” @ Mermaid Walking Boutique
Pick 3 items (blue tag racks) for $49.99
Runs through April 6
🌷 Sunday, April 5
Easter Brunch @ Freedom Street Social
⏰ Starts at 9:00 AM
Carving station, omelets, pancakes, desserts + ice cream bar
💰 $40 adults | $20 kids | Free (3 & under)
Easter Brunch @ Hilton Garden Inn Arvada
⏰ 10:30 AM
Reservation required
Easter Services
Revive Church → 8:00 AM | 9:30 AM | 11:00 AM
Arvada Covenant Church → 9:00 AM | 10:30 AM
FREE Yoga in the Park @ Long Lake Regional Park
⏰ 12:00 PM
All levels welcome
Donations go to Arvada Community Table
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💘 Date Spot in Arvada
Arvada dates are all about small-town charm with local flavor. Olde Town Arvada is a go-to for strolling, cozy dinners, and dessert stops, while the Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities adds a culture-forward twist with shows, exhibits, and open-air vibes. If you’re leaning outdoorsy, sunset views and picnic potential at Majestic View Park never miss.
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That’s your game plan
You could turn this into a full-day thing or just pick one stop and keep it simple. Either way, it’s one of those weekends where there’s enough going on that you won’t feel like you missed out. The only real risk is waiting too long and showing up after the good stuff’s gone.
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