EASTER EGG HUNT
Adventure Landing will hold its 27th annual Easter egg hunts on the mini golf courses from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 8, with a visit by the Easter Bunny.
There will be three egg hunts: 9 a.m., 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. Registration is for kids age 12 and younger and begins at 8 a.m.
A donation of $5 per child will benefit the American Red Cross Volunteer Life-Saving Corps. Each hunt is followed by a charity raffle, too.
Stay and play during this Egg Hunt Special. From 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., enjoy unlimited Mini Golf, Laser Tag and Go-Karts for $19.99 per person. Golf courses will be available after egg hunts.
Adventure Landing is located at 1944 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville Beach.
Tickets at: jacksonville-beach.adventurelanding.com.
SPECIAL EVENTS
Parade
The 64th annual St. Augustine Easter Parade will be held 9-10:30 a.m. Saturday, April 8. Enjoy seeing the decorated floats, marching bands, dancers, horses, the Easter Bunny and more.
The parade begins at 9 a.m. at the Old Jail and travels along San Marco Avenue onto Cathedral Place. It concludes on Cordova Street before the Visitors’ Center.
For information, go to oldestcityeaster.org.
Promenade
The St. Augustine Easter Week Festival will present the 2023 Easter Promenade, featuring St. Augustine people in their Easter finery 1-2 p.m. Sunday, April 9.
Categories include: Best Dressed Little Girl, Best Dressed Little Boy, Best Dressed Mother/Daughter, Best Dressed Father/Son, Best Dressed Family, Best Dressed Pet, Best Easter Hat and Furthest Traveled.
The Promenade is free and takes place at the gazebo in the Plaza de la Constitucion, Cathedral Place, St. Augustine.
For information, go to oldestcityeaster.org.
RELIGIOUS SERVICES
Good Friday Service
6-8 p.m. Friday, April 7
A Good Friday service will be held at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre, hosted by Colonial Church. Gates will open at 6 p.m. and the event will begin at 6:30 p.m. This free event is for the whole family, with bounce houses, food trucks, concessions and more.
Featured participants include: Pastors Matt and Jill McCloghry, special guest Ben Fielding and Colonial Worship.
For further information, go to goodfridaysta.com.
Crescent Beach Easter Sunrise Service
7-8 a.m. Sunday, April 9
The program, presented by Crescent Beach Baptist Church, begins with special music and an inspiring message. The address is Crescent Beach ramp, 45 Cubbedge Road. For further information, call 904-794-7777 or go to crescentbeachbaptist.com.
Vilano Beach Easter Sunrise Service
8-10 a.m. Sunday, April 9
Begin the Easter celebration with Turning Point Calvary at sunrise to rejoice in our Savior’s Resurrection. Bring a chair, blanket or towel to sit. The service begins at 8 a.m. at Vilano Beach Ramp, 3070 Coastal Hwy., Vilano Beach entrance. For information, go to tpcalvary.com/events.
EASTER BRUNCH
Ruth’s Chris Steak House
On Easter Sunday, the restaurant will be open early and the full menu will be available for the occasion.
Indulge in the selection of USDA Prime steaks complemented by one of the restaurant’s signature sides.
Ruth’s Chris Steak House is located at 814 A1A N., Suite 103, Ponte Vedra Beach.
Make reservations at ruthschris.com/promotions/easter-at-ruths.
Vernon's Restaurant
The Easter Sunday Brunch Buffet will be offered from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. April 9. The cost is $85 for adults and $35 for kids.
The restaurant is located at Sawgrass Marriott Golf Resort & Spa, 1000 Tournament Players Club Blvd., Ponte Vedra Beach.
To make reservations, go to opentable.com/vernons-restaurant.
Pusser's Bar & Grille
Brunch is from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Call 904-280-7766 for reservations.
816 State Road A1A North, Ponte Vedra Beach.
TPC Sawgrass
Brunch at TPC Sawgrass is from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. 110 Championship Way, Ponte Vedra Beach. Call 904-543-5105 or go to tpc.com/sawgrassevents.
