Alexandria is preparing for an exciting Easter weekend on April 19 and 20, 2025, with a diverse range of events and dining experiences to celebrate the holiday. From traditional egg hunts for the family to special Easter buffets and even a sunrise worship service by the waterfront, there are opportunities for everyone to partake in the festivities.
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Easter Egg Hunts and Family Fun
Lee-Fendall House Museum & Garden
In this family-friendly event, collect Easter eggs all around the Lee-Fendall garden during our popular annual egg hunt! Sessions also include crafts, games, a cupcake walk, special gift shop deals, and a visit from the Easter Bunny. Sessions are offered on Saturday, April 19 at 11:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM, and 3:00 PM. Attendance is limited, and reservations will need to be made in advance. Tickets are $15 per participating child. Accompanying adults are $5 each, and infants under 2 are free. Be sure to bring your own basket.
614 Oronoco Street
New Life International United Methodist Church
Old Presbyterian Meeting House
Join Old Presbyterian Meeting House for their Easter Egg Hunt the day before Easter, Saturday, April 19, at 10 a.m. Meet us in the churchyard for the fun! Friends and neighbors are welcome! Please bring a basket. This event is free and open to everyone.
323 S. Fairfax Street
Warwick Village
Easter Dining Experiences
Sunday, April 20, presents various options for a special Easter meal. Please make sure to check with the venues for any last-minute details or changes and make reservations where recommended or required.
Ada’s On The River
Celebrate Easter Sunday with a delicious holiday special while taking in the scenic views of the Potomac River. Guests can choose between two standout entrées: the Prime Rib Omelet for $32, made with caramelized shallots, horseradish cream, green beans, and aged white cheddar, or the Maine Lobster Benedict for $32, served with poached eggs, crème fraîche, smoked tomatoes, a Portuguese muffin, béarnaise, and spiced crispy fingerlings. For dessert, guests can indulge in the Strawberry-White Chocolate Mousse for $10, topped with brown butter crumble and orange blossom whipped cream.
3 Pioneer Mill Way
BARCA Pier & Wine Bar
Spend Easter Sunday at Barca, where festive flavors meet breathtaking waterfront views. This one-of-a-kind destination offers a dining experience as stunning as its riverfront setting, featuring a lively industrial-chic pier anchored by retrofitted shipping containers and a cozy, intimate wine bar. Savor holiday-worthy dishes like the Jamon Serrano Pintxos for $16, made with shaved jamon serrano, fig jam, arugula, manchego, Pedro Ximénez vinegar, and Arbequina olive oil, or the Lamb Matbucha for $21, featuring slow-roasted lamb, tomato, garlic, onion, feta cheese, and spices, served with warm pita. For a sweet Easter treat, indulge in the Raspberry Tres Leches Savarin for $8, topped with raspberries, raspberry jam, and vanilla whipped cream—the perfect way to end a springtime celebration.
2 Pioneer Mill Way
Bastille Brasserie & Bar
Join Bastille on Sunday, April 20th, for their special Easter menu featuring Chef Poteaux’s seasonal creations. Gather with family and friends for a relaxed and joyful dining experience surrounded by the beauty of Spring. Reserve your table for this unforgettable Brunch experience featuring delectable French dining. EASTER BRUNCH MENU. Reservations are now available & can be made online For groups over six persons, email [email protected]
606 N. Fayette Street
Joe Theismann’s Restaurant
Hop over to Thiesmann’s with the whole family for an unforgettable Easter weekend filled with two back-to-back magical mornings of fun and festivities. On Saturday, April 19, and Sunday, April 20, at 8:00 a.m., Thiesmann’s will host Breakfast with the Easter Bunny, where children can meet and take photos with the Easter Bunny, join in an Easter Egg Hunt, and create their own Easter baskets. Guests will also enjoy a family-style breakfast featuring delightful options like Deviled “Easter Eggs,” French Toast, and the Breakfast Pastry & Bagel Basket, complemented by beverages such as Coffee, Tea, and Juice. Add an additional $15 for the adults for bottomless Mimosas, Prosecco, or Bellinis. Babies join for free, while kids are $29.0 plus tax and adults are $53 plus tax. Buy your tickets HERE
Celebrate Easter with a feast at Theismann’s Restaurant. Indulge in a sumptuous Easter Buffet. The buffet features a Carving Station, an Omelette Station, a Waffle Station, a Bread and Dessert Table, and a Hot Table. Priced at $59 per person and $19 for kids, this festive buffet promises a delectable spread to satisfy every palate with dishes like Joe’s Spirale Chicken, Spiral Ham, Blackened Salmon With Lemon-Caper Sauce, and more.
1800A Diagonal Road
Lena’s Wood-Fired Pizza & Tap
Make a reservation today to join Lena’s family for Easter. In addition to their regular menu, we’ll also feature a delicious Easter menu! For children dining with us, the Easter bunny will be making a special stop at Lena’s for photos (10 a.m. – noon) and to kick off an Easter Egg Hunt at 11am for those 14 years old and younger! Easter Menu available Saturday, April 19 and Sunday, April 20.
401 E. Braddock Road
Mount Vernon Inn Restaurant
Enjoy a special Easter buffet from the Mount Vernon Inn Restaurant, which includes spiral-cut honey-glazed ham, roasted leg of lamb, Martha’s hoecakes, and more. The buffet is available for dine-in on April 20 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Call 703.799.5096 to make a reservation. Those who attend the Easter buffet will receive a 15% off coupon for the Mother’s Day buffet.
3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Highway
The Majestic
Join Majestic for a special Easter Sunday menu in the heart of Old Town Alexandria. Housed in a historic storefront, The Majestic blends modern American comfort food with the charm of an intimate jazz club and a vibrant art salon. This year’s holiday specials include the Crab Cake Benedict for $34, featuring a lump crab cake, poached eggs, English muffins, hollandaise sauce, and crispy fingerling potatoes, and the Braised Lamb Shank Osso Buco for $39, served with saffron risotto, garlic spinach, mint gremolata, and a rich lamb reduction. To finish on a sweet note, indulge in the Grand Marnier Strawberry Mousse for $12, topped with brown butter crumble, fresh strawberries, and whipped cream.
911 King Street
Vola’s Dockside Grill
Alexandria’s hidden gem on the riverfront, Vola’s, offers stunning, unobstructed views of the Potomac River and an Easter Sunday special you won’t want to miss. Guests can enjoy the Shakshuka for $23, made with roasted tomatoes, bell peppers, poached eggs*, and garlic crostini, or the Surf & Turf for $59, featuring a grilled New York strip*, Maine lobster tail, roasted root vegetables, mashed potatoes, and béarnaise butter. To top off the meal, indulge in the Carrot Cake for $10, finished with pecan-vanilla frosting and whipped cream—a sweet way to celebrate the holiday.
101 North Union Street
