Kid-Friendly Gulf Coast Events

Yay! You’re here! Bookmark this page and save it to your home screen ASAP because this is now your go-to for all the family-friendly events (a lot of which are totally FREE) across the Mississippi Gulf Coast! Have an event that you want to submit? Do so below⬇

Bear Cub Academy at LMDC (ages 3-5)
Apr
15

Bear Cub Academy at LMDC (ages 3-5)

Bear Cub Academy (ages 3-5)

Bear Cub Academy is a school readiness program designed for children ages 3-5,

building on the foundations established in our Bear Cub Club. Through engaging

activities, interactive learning, and play-based experiences, children develop essential

skills in language, literacy, math, and social-emotional growth, preparing them for a

successful transition into preschool or kindergarten.

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Tinker Tuesday at Lynn Meadows Discovery Center
Apr
15

Tinker Tuesday at Lynn Meadows Discovery Center

Tinker Tuesday

Join us for Tinker Tuesdays, our pop-up makerspace! This creative and interactive

environment is designed to inspire and encourage young minds to explore, experiment,

and learn through hands-on activities. Equipped with a variety of materials and resources,

Tinker Tuesday will empower children to engage in activities related to S.T.E.A.M. in a

playful and imaginative manner!

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Apr
17

LDMC Members-Only Easter Egg

Join us for this exclusive Member's Only special event. Free for all active members. Come and find the "surprise" eggs the Easter Bunny left for you...prizes and candy! Bring your camera for photos with the Easter Bunny.

Check in begins at 5pm and hunt starts at 5:45pm for ages 0 to 3, 5:50pm ages 4-6, 5:55pm ages 7-up

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Apr
19

Easter in the Park

Join us for Easter in the Park on April 19 at Marina Park!

Enjoy the Easter Bunny, an egg hunt for all ages, games, bounce houses, and so much more! This is going to be a blast – don’t miss out! Free entry for all with base access and sponsored guests!

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Apr
19

🐰 🥞 Breakfast with the Easter Bunny at TrainTastic! 🐰 🥞

Event Info:


Date: Saturday, April 19th
Time: 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Location: TrainTastic, 615 Pass Road, Gulfport, MS

Hop on over for a magical morning at TrainTastic! Enjoy a delicious pancake breakfast provided by Cracker Barrel Old Country Store Gulfport and a cozy coffee bar from Boozer's Brew & a Cafe Too, LLC while making special memories with the Easter Bunny!

Your Ticket Includes: $30
Pancake breakfast & coffee bar
An exclusive egg hunt
One (1) complimentary keepsake photo with the Easter Bunny per family
All-day admission to our Easter celebration — including crafts, special guests, games, and more!

Space is limited — get your tickets today and start your Easter weekend with a trainload of fun!

Don’t miss out — grab your tickets now!
228-284-5731

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Apr
19

Hattiesburg Zoo Easter Egg Hunt

Which Came First, the Chicken or the Eggz? On Saturday, April 19th the Hattiesburg Zoo will host its annual EGGZ-OTIC - Not Your Average - Egg Hunt!

As usual, the Hattiesburg Zoo is putting their own eggz-citing spin on an annual tradition. No need to bring an egg basket, but you will need to bring your eggz-tra special hunting skills to find one of the 250 well-hidden eggz. Limit 2 eggz per family- and you will win an EGGztra special prize if you find the GOLDEN egg!

Annual Passholders will again receive a special perk at this year’s hunt as they will be given entrance to the Zoo 15 minutes before the gates open for the official egg hunt time of 10:00 a.m. The Eggz-otic Egg Hunt ends when the last egg is found – eggz-cept the Zoo closes at 4:00 p.m.

New this year will be a bird-themed scavenger hunt with prizes. Guests will scan a QR code that will give them clues to find specific zoo birds, which will both test their knowledge and educate them in a fun and competitive way. And things are expected to go afoul during the day when a VERY large, very special guest makes his debut, bringing smiles, laughter and joy to everyone. There will even be a peep-up shop that will offer all things chicken for guests to purchase.

The Easter Bunny will be hopping through the Zoo to welcome guests and will be available for photos. The movie Peter Rabbit will be playing in the Asbury Discovery Center along with a coloring station if children or parents need a break from the Eggz-otic Egg Hunt. Face Painting will also be offered at the Lakeview Pavilion for an additional fee.

Online ticket purchases for this event are encouraged and offer purchasers a $2.00 discount on each ticket. Online ticket sales for the Eggz-otic Egg Hunt end at 9:00 a.m. on April 19th. Tickets purchased at the gate are the regular admission price of $12 for adults and $10 for children aged 12 and under. Children under the age of 2 receive free admission.

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Apr
19

Easter Bunny Bash

🌸 🐰 Easter Bunny Bash – A Fun-Filled Spring Celebration! 🌸 🐰


Join us for a hoppin’ good time at our Easter Bunny Bash! This family-friendly event is packed with Easter fun, featuring:


📸 Photos with the Easter Bunny – Capture picture-perfect memories with a local professional photographer! (Photos will be taken from 10 AM - 12 PM.)
🍪 Cookie Decorating – Kids can get creative decorating delicious cookies with guidance from a local cookie artist! (Cookie decorating is for children only.)
🛍️ Spring Shopping – Browse a selection of local vendors offering unique Easter goodies and gifts!


Tickets: $25 per child (includes all activities) | Adults are FREE!

Purchase Tickets Here!

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Apr
19

Spring on the Farm - Day 3

Immerse yourself in the vibrant Easter celebrations at Spring on the Farm!

- Capture magical moments with the Easter Bunny
- Snap adorable photos with baby animals
- Enjoy a thrilling Easter Egg Hunt for ages 3 - 10
- All activities open for enjoyment: Hill Slide, Moo-Ville Play Area, Funny Farm Golf, Billiards, Jumping Pillow, Obstacle Course, Cow Train Rides, Hay Rides, Pony Rides, Rodeo Roper, Farm Animal Alley, Bubble Stations & Play Ground Areas.
- Cafe, corny concessions & lemonade stand OPEN.

𝙃𝙊𝙐𝙍𝙎:
10 AM - 3 PM
Farm opens at 10 AM, sells the last ticket and admits the last online ticket at 1:30 PM.

𝓔𝓰𝓰 𝓗𝓾𝓷𝓽 𝓣𝓲𝓶𝓮𝓼:
3 & Under: 12:30 PM
4-6 Years Old: 12:45 PM
7-10 Years Old: 1:00 PM
Look for 𝓼𝓹𝓮𝓬𝓲𝓪𝓵 𝓮𝓰𝓰𝓼 for 𝓼𝓹𝓮𝓬𝓲𝓪𝓵 𝓹𝓻𝓲𝔃𝓮𝓼.

For more information or to purchase online tickets please

PURCHASE TICKETS HERE!

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Apr
19

Penguin Easter Egg Hunt

Penguin Easter Egg Hunt | Saturday, April 19

Mississippi Aquarium is trading in their Easter bunny eggs for special penguin eggs! Throughout the day on Saturday, April 19, Mississippi Aquarium guests will be able to enjoy free easter egg hunts throughout the day as well as photos with the Easter bunny!

One golden penguin egg will be hidden on campus and the finder will win two annual passes!

- Easter Bunny Photos:

Easter Bunny will be available from 11:00am-3:00pm with breaks in between. Guests are welcome to take their own pictures, but the photo team will also be present to capture any of those special moments. Photo packages will be available for purchase.
Food and Beverage Specials:

Visit Treetop Treats or Pelican Point Café for special easter themed treats and food to keep you and your family fueled up for the hunt!

- Ambassador Meet & Greets:

HOP TO IT! Meet our bunny ambassadors at 2:30pm each day! Chat with our animal care staff on the work required to care for these animals and learn about wild rabbits.

FREE with General Admission or Annual Pass!

EGG HUNT SCHEDULE
Located on the West Lawn accessed through the MSAQ Flood gates between Dolphin and Otter. 20,000 Treat Filled Eggs will be available with hunts scheduled throughout the day.

9:20 AM | 1-3 year olds | Exclusive for Annual Passholders
9:25 AM | 4-6 year olds | Exclusive for Annual Passholders
9:30 AM | 7-12 year olds | Exclusive for Annual Passholders
9:35 AM | 1-3 year olds | Exclusive for Annual Passholders
9:40 AM | 4-6 year olds | Exclusive for Annual Passholders
9:45 AM | 7-12 year olds | Exclusive for Annual Passholders
10:30 AM | 1-3 year olds
10:45 AM | 4-6 year olds
11:00 AM | 7-12 year olds
11:30 AM | 4-6 year olds
11:45 AM | 7-12 year olds
12:00 PM | 1-3 year olds
12:15 PM | 4-6 year olds
12:30 PM | 7-12 year olds
12:45 PM | 1-3 year olds
1:00 PM | 4-6 year olds
1:15 PM | 7-12 year olds
1:30 PM | 1-3 year olds
1:45 PM | 4-6 year olds
2:00 PM | 7-12 year olds
2:15 PM | 1-3 year olds
2:30 PM | 4-6 year olds
2:45 PM | 7-12 year olds
3:00 PM | 1-3 year olds
3:15 PM | 4-6 year olds
3:30 PM | 7-12 year olds
3:45 PM | 1-3 year olds
4:00 PM | 4-6 year olds
4:15 PM | 7-12 year olds

Parents are allowed to participate with the 1-3 age group. Children will be wristbanded based on age group.

ONE GOLDEN EGG will be hidden on campus and will contain a voucher for 2 annual passes. Only one winner of this special prize. First come, first served.

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Apr
19

Waveland Easter Parade & Egg Hunt

Waveland Easter Parade & Egg Hunt

Date: Saturday, April 19, 2025
Parade Start Time: 12:30 PM
Location: Waveland, MS

Hancock County Tourism and The City of Waveland invite you to a fun-filled Easter celebration! The parade will roll at 12:30 PM, featuring floats, boats, jeeps, golf carts, classic cars, and marching groups. The route winds through town and ends at Waveland's Town Green (335 Coleman Ave.), where the festivities continue!

Activities After the Parade (1:30-3:30 PM):
Egg Hunt
Photos with the Easter Bunny
Petting Zoo
And much more!

Want to join the parade? Sign up your float, group, or vehicle today!

More Info & Registration:
www.playonthebay.org/waveland-easter-parade-2025

Don't miss out on this egg-citing event—bring the whole family for a day of Easter fun!

Parade Route:
Begins at Bienville Drive and N. Beach Blvd.
Travels down N. Beach Blvd.
Turns right onto N. Beach Blvd. to Coleman Avenue
Parade ends at Waveland Town Green (335 Coleman Ave.)

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Apr
21

Easter Bunny Bash

Join us for a hoppin’ good time at our Easter Bunny Bash! This family-friendly event is packed with Easter fun, featuring:
Photos with the Easter Bunny – Capture picture-perfect memories with a local professional photographer! (Photos will be taken from 10 AM - 12 PM.)


Cookie Decorating – Kids can get creative decorating delicious cookies with guidance from a local cookie artist! (Cookie decorating is for children only.)


Spring Shopping – Browse a selection of local vendors offering unique Easter goodies and gifts!


Tickets: $25 per child (includes all activities) | Adults are FREE!

Purchase Tickets Here!

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Bear Cub Academy at LMDC (ages 3-5)
Apr
22

Bear Cub Academy at LMDC (ages 3-5)

Bear Cub Academy (ages 3-5)

Bear Cub Academy is a school readiness program designed for children ages 3-5,

building on the foundations established in our Bear Cub Club. Through engaging

activities, interactive learning, and play-based experiences, children develop essential

skills in language, literacy, math, and social-emotional growth, preparing them for a

successful transition into preschool or kindergarten.

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Tinker Tuesday at Lynn Meadows Discovery Center
Apr
22

Tinker Tuesday at Lynn Meadows Discovery Center

Tinker Tuesday

Join us for Tinker Tuesdays, our pop-up makerspace! This creative and interactive

environment is designed to inspire and encourage young minds to explore, experiment,

and learn through hands-on activities. Equipped with a variety of materials and resources,

Tinker Tuesday will empower children to engage in activities related to S.T.E.A.M. in a

playful and imaginative manner!

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Apr
25

LMDC - Free Friday

Free Friday Night at Lynn Meadows Discovery Center

The last Friday of every month, from 5pm to 8pm, admission is FREE for everyone!  It’s a great time to “treat” friends and family members to a night at the museum!

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Apr
26

All For Little Goose Toddler Club

Week 3: Saturday, April 26th at 9:00 am at Pass books / cathouse coffee in pass (meeting spot)


* Theme: coffee stroll down scenic drive (option to end at the park)
* Grab your wagons, scooters, and strollers and let’s get a group walk in

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Apr
27

Feed the Need

Feed the Need 2025 is a heartwarming community outreach event where local families come together to pack over 50,000 meals for children and families in need—both locally and globally. Hosted in partnership with local schools, churches, and businesses, this annual event teaches kids the power of service while making a tangible impact. Join us as we work hand-in-hand to fight hunger and bring hope, one meal at a time.

If you have any questions or would like to arrange a donation pickup, feel free to contact our crew directly at

228-860-7278 or via email feedtheneedos@gmail.com.

Sponsorship checks can be made out to The Lord Is My Help with a notation for “Feed the Need” on the memo line and mailed to 1205 Desoto Street, Ocean Springs, MS 39564.

For publicity purposes, all sponsorships must be turned in by April 15, 2024.

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Bear Cub Academy at LMDC (ages 3-5)
Apr
29

Bear Cub Academy at LMDC (ages 3-5)

Bear Cub Academy (ages 3-5)

Bear Cub Academy is a school readiness program designed for children ages 3-5,

building on the foundations established in our Bear Cub Club. Through engaging

activities, interactive learning, and play-based experiences, children develop essential

skills in language, literacy, math, and social-emotional growth, preparing them for a

successful transition into preschool or kindergarten.

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Tinker Tuesday at Lynn Meadows Discovery Center
Apr
29

Tinker Tuesday at Lynn Meadows Discovery Center

Tinker Tuesday

Join us for Tinker Tuesdays, our pop-up makerspace! This creative and interactive

environment is designed to inspire and encourage young minds to explore, experiment,

and learn through hands-on activities. Equipped with a variety of materials and resources,

Tinker Tuesday will empower children to engage in activities related to S.T.E.A.M. in a

playful and imaginative manner!

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May
3

Palmetto Moon Grand Opening

Palmetto Moon Grand Opening

Palmetto Moon is coming to the Gulfport Premium Outlets in Gulfport, MS!!! We are so excited to open our very first location in Mississippi to give you even more Southern brands + lifestyle you love!

Palmetto Moon is your one-stop shop for the whole family! Discover your favorite brands like YETI, Simply Southern, Local Boy, Stanley, Free People Movement, Southern Marsh, Hey Dude, Old Row, Chubbies, and Rainbows. Plus, shop exclusive Palmetto Moon products including 2 for $30 tees, locally sourced gifts, collegiate gear, home décor and more.

LEARN MORE HERE!!

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Jun
12
to Jun 30

Grease at the Beau Rivage

This Broadway rock n’ roll musical will light up the stage throughout the month of June. Tickets are $25, $30, $35 and $40 plus tax and service charge, and may be purchased at www.beaurivage.com or by calling 888.566.7469. 

Grease family packages of four tickets start at $60, plus tax and facility fee by using code: SUMMERNIGHTS. Family four packs are also available for $80, plus tax and facility fee by using code: THEWORD.

Show Dates:

June 12, 2025: 7 p.m.

June 13, 2025: 7 p.m.

June 14, 2025: 2 p.m. & 7 p.m.

June 15, 2025: 2 p.m. & 7 p.m.

June 19, 2025: 7 p.m.

June 20, 2025: 7 p.m.

June 21, 2025: 2 p.m. & 7 p.m.

June 22, 2025: 2 p.m. & 7 p.m.

June 26, 2025: 7 p.m.

June 27, 2025: 7 p.m.

June 28, 2025: 2 p.m. & 7 p.m.

June 29, 2025: 2 p.m. & 7 p.m.

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Apr
13

Long Beach Town Green Easter Festival

We're so excited about the 2025 Easter Festival, 2-4 pm, on Palm Sunday, April 13, at the Long Beach Town Green! There will be fun for the whole family and it's all free! Invite your friends, neighbors, and family now, and plan to join us for a great time together.

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Apr
13

Community Easter Egg Hunt

Calling the Ocean Springs Community!
We are SO EXCITED for this year's Community Easter Egg Hunt! The whole community is invited to join us for this fun event! Here's what to expect:

HUGE Egg Hunt for Kids of all ages! Bring an easter basket!
Pictures with the Easter Bunny
Inflatables for the kids
Petting Zoo and Pictures
Food Trucks with Lunch to purchase!
St. Paul East Campus (6716 Bienville Blvd., OS)

You are also invited to join us for Worship at 11:15a before the event! We hope to see you and your families at this year's Easter Egg Hunt! If you have any questions, please feel free to inbox us!

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Sensory Sundays at LMDC
Apr
13

Sensory Sundays at LMDC

Sensory Sundays is an exclusive event for children with Autism Spectrum Disorders and sensory processing differences to have a fun, enjoyable and interactive learning experience in a comfortable and accepting environment.

This exclusive event includes modifications of a less crowded environment and light and sound reduction.

LEARN MORE HERE!

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Apr
12

County Wide Easter Egg Hunt

County-Wide Easter Egg Hunt!

Mark your calendar for a fun-filled day!
Join us for the Harrison County Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 12, at 11:00 AM!

Multiple locations across the county, including:
D’Iberville – Rusty Quave Sports Complex
Biloxi – Woolmarket Sports Complex
Saucier – Saucier Sports Complex
Gulfport – Three Rivers Sports Complex
Gulfport – Amos Crouch Sports Fields
Pass Christian – West Harrison Ball Park

FREE & Open to the Public

Bring your baskets and get ready for a day of egg-citing fun!

For more information, contact:
Bobby Trosclair, Parks & Recreation Director
bltrosclair@co.harrison.ms.us

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Apr
12

Embrace Abilities Easter Egg Hunt

𝐇𝐨𝐩 𝐎𝐧 𝐎𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚𝐧 𝐄𝐠𝐠-𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐄𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐄𝐠𝐠 𝐇𝐮𝐧𝐭!

We’re so egg-cited to invite you to our April Meetup—a fun-filled Easter Egg Hunt designed for children with different abilities and their families!

𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐞: Saturday, April 12, 2025
𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐞: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Jackson County Soccer Complex
4420 Audubon Lane, Gautier, MS 39553

𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭:
Get ready for a hoppin’ good time with:
𝐄𝐠𝐠 𝐇𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 full of surprises!
𝐆𝐨𝐥𝐝𝐞𝐧 𝐄𝐠𝐠 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐳𝐞𝐬 hidden throughout the hunt!
𝐂𝐫𝐚𝐟𝐭 𝐂𝐨𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐫 for some creative fun!
𝐀 𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐠𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐛𝐞 𝐡𝐨𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐛𝐲—don’t forget your cameras!

𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐄𝐧𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐝!
While registration is not required, it helps us plan for the right number of eggs and goodies for every child.

𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞: 𝐀𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐥 𝟗 𝐚𝐭 𝟔:𝟎𝟎 𝐏𝐌
Signing up in advance helps us make sure every child gets to join in on the fun!

𝐖𝐡𝐨 𝐂𝐚𝐧 𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧?
This event is designed for children with different abilities, but siblings are welcome to participate!

𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐂𝐚𝐧 𝐇𝐞𝐥𝐩
We’re collecting stuffed eggs filled with small prizes, stickers, or allergy-friendly treats (no chocolate, please!).

𝐃𝐫𝐨𝐩-𝐨𝐟𝐟 𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐛𝐞 𝐬𝐞𝐭 𝐮𝐩 𝐬𝐨𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐭:
𝐏𝐢𝐠𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐬 & 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐰𝐜𝐮𝐭𝐬 – 𝐎𝐜𝐞𝐚𝐧 𝐒𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬, 𝐌𝐒
𝐀𝐧𝐭𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐨’𝐬 𝐏𝐢𝐳𝐳𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐚 – 𝐆𝐚𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐫, 𝐌𝐒

𝐍𝐞𝐞𝐝 𝐚 𝐩𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐮𝐩 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐚𝐝? No problem! Just let us know, and we’ll arrange it.

𝐊𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐚 𝐛𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐨𝐫 𝐜𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐜 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐦𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐰𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐮𝐭𝐞?
We’d love to connect! 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐝𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐚 𝐬𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐦𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐚 𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐚𝐬 𝐚𝐧 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐨𝐫!

𝐒𝐢𝐠𝐧 𝐔𝐩 𝐭𝐨 𝐋𝐞𝐭 𝐔𝐬 𝐊𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐘𝐨𝐮’𝐫𝐞 𝐇𝐨𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐈𝐧!
https://embrace-abilities.springly.org/.../544055-r-april...

We can’t wait to see you there!

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Apr
12

Long Beach Easter Egg Hunt

Mark your calendars! The Easter Bunny is coming to Long Beach!

The Egg Hunt is Saturday, April 12th from 10am to 12pm at the Harper McCaughan Town Green. Families will enjoy a variety of fun-filled activities. See schedule below!

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Apr
12

Easter at the LaTimer County Market

Hop into Spring at the Latimer Country Market, where creativity and community come together! Featuring over 40 talented crafters and artisans, this is the perfect place to find unique handmade treasures and delightful gifts for everyone on your list

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Apr
12

JABOS Easter Egg Hunt

Junior Auxiliary of Biloxi-Ocean Springs' Community Connection project is excited to welcome you to this year's Easter Egg Hunt

When: Saturday, April 12th, 2025
Where: Little Children's Park, Ocean Springs

Get ready for a fun-filled morning!
The hunt kicks off at 8:30 AM with different age groups throughout the morning:

8:30 AM - Special Needs of All Ages
8:50 AM - Children 5 and Under
9:10 AM - Children Ages 6-8
9:30 AM - Children Ages 9-12

And don't miss out on a VERY SPECIAL GUEST!
Come early, bring your baskets, and get ready to hunt for eggs, prizes, and lots of Easter fun!

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Apr
8

2025 Easter EGGstravaganza

Join Us for our 2025 Easter EGGstravaganza!

Get ready for an egg-citing evening of Easter fun at our 2025 Easter EGGstravaganza! Join us on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, from 5:30 PM – 8 PM at the Gulfport Sportsplex Soccer Fields for an unforgettable celebration featuring:

Egg Hunts by Age Group:
Ages 0-2
Ages 3-4
Ages 5-6
Ages 7-9
Ages 10-12
(Each age group will have a designated hunt area!)

Find the Prize Eggs! – Special eggs will be hidden throughout the hunt for each age group, filled with exciting prizes!

Easter Bunny Photo Op – Don’t miss your chance to snap a pic!

Family-Friendly Fun & Giveaways – Enjoy music, games, and more surprises!

Location: Gulfport Sportsplex Soccer Fields - 17200 16th St., Gulfport, MS 39503

Get ready for an evening of springtime fun, and let’s have an egg-straordinary time at the 2025 Easter EGGstravaganza!

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Tinker Tuesday at Lynn Meadows Discovery Center
Apr
8

Tinker Tuesday at Lynn Meadows Discovery Center

Tinker Tuesday

Join us for Tinker Tuesdays, our pop-up makerspace! This creative and interactive

environment is designed to inspire and encourage young minds to explore, experiment,

and learn through hands-on activities. Equipped with a variety of materials and resources,

Tinker Tuesday will empower children to engage in activities related to S.T.E.A.M. in a

playful and imaginative manner!

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Bear Cub Academy at LMDC (ages 3-5)
Apr
8

Bear Cub Academy at LMDC (ages 3-5)

Bear Cub Academy (ages 3-5)

Bear Cub Academy is a school readiness program designed for children ages 3-5,

building on the foundations established in our Bear Cub Club. Through engaging

activities, interactive learning, and play-based experiences, children develop essential

skills in language, literacy, math, and social-emotional growth, preparing them for a

successful transition into preschool or kindergarten.

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LMDC Wings Presents Beetlejuice JR
Apr
6

LMDC Wings Presents Beetlejuice JR

The frightfully funny musical based on the beloved motion picture turned Broadway phenomenon and adapted for younger performers between the ages of 13-18.

The ghost-with-the-most comes to the stage in Beetlejuice JR., Lydia Deetz is a strange and unusual teenager, still grieving the loss of her mother and obsessed with the whole “being dead thing.”

Lucky for Lydia, she and her father move to a new house haunted by a recently deceased couple and Beetlejuice, a delightful demon with a real zest for life. When Lydia calls on Beetlejuice to scare away anyone with a pulse, this double-crossing specter shows his true stripes, unleashing a (Nether)world of pandemonium. Tickets limited.

PURCHASE TICKETS HERE!

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LMDC Wings Presents Beetlejuice JR
Apr
5

LMDC Wings Presents Beetlejuice JR

The frightfully funny musical based on the beloved motion picture turned Broadway phenomenon and adapted for younger performers between the ages of 13-18.

The ghost-with-the-most comes to the stage in Beetlejuice JR., Lydia Deetz is a strange and unusual teenager, still grieving the loss of her mother and obsessed with the whole “being dead thing.”

Lucky for Lydia, she and her father move to a new house haunted by a recently deceased couple and Beetlejuice, a delightful demon with a real zest for life. When Lydia calls on Beetlejuice to scare away anyone with a pulse, this double-crossing specter shows his true stripes, unleashing a (Nether)world of pandemonium. Tickets limited.

PURCHASE TICKETS HERE!

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Apr
5

LMDC Baby Art Crawl

Spring into creativity at our Baby Art Crawl! Let your little ones explore a world of color and sensory fun with hands-on, taste-safe art designed just for babies and toddlers. From soft pastels to bright blooms, our spring-themed activities invite tiny artists to squish, smear, and splash in a diaper-friendly space.

Water buckets and wipes will be on hand for easy cleanup. No matter the weather, the fun will be in full bloom!
Included with museum admission

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Apr
5

CASA Touch-a-Truck

CASA of South Mississippi’s Touch A Truck is a FREE event that gives local children and adults alike a chance to fulfill childhood curiosities while learning and interacting with the businesses of the community.

Touch A Truck is different than a car show. Kids can interact with not only the trucks, but with the “heroes” that drive and operate them.

They can hear the sirens, watch the tractor bucket move, and learn about the safety of the vehicles through fun and interactive games. We hope to see you there!

Visit our website for more information: https://www.casasouthms.org/tat

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Apr
5

CASA's Touch-a-Truck

CASA of South Mississippi’s Touch A Truck is a FREE event that gives local children and adults alike a chance to fulfill childhood curiosities while learning and interacting with the businesses of the community. Touch A Truck is different than a car show. Kids can interact with not only the trucks, but with the “heroes” that drive and operate them. They can hear the sirens, watch the tractor bucket move, and learn about the safety of the vehicles through fun and interactive games. We hope to see you there!

MORE INFO HERE!

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Apr
5

Celebrate the Gulf 2025

This event is free and open to the public.

Join us and 35+ exhibitors to learn about everything from Mississippi's upland habitats and wildlife to the recreational and commercial services that the Gulf of Mexico provides. We'll also have live animal shows and various free activities for kids.

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Apr
5

City of Ocean: Easter Egg Hunt

Ocean Springs Easter Egg Hunt 2025

Join us for a fun-filled Easter celebration at Fort Maurepas Park on Saturday, April 5, 2025!

Bring the whole family for an exciting Easter Egg Hunt with free entry, fun games, food, and music!

Event Schedule:
9:30 AM – Sensory-Friendly Hunt
10:00 AM – Ages 0-2
10:30 AM – Ages 3-5
11:00 AM – Ages 6-8
11:30 AM – Ages 9+

Golden Egg Prizes for Each Hunt!

Don’t miss out on this egg-citing community event! Grab your baskets and get ready to hunt for some Easter surprises!

Location: Fort Maurepas Park, Ocean Springs, MS
Date: Saturday, April 5, 2025
Admission: FREE!

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Apr
5

Egg-stra Special Easter: Sensory Friendly Event

2025 EGGstra Special Easter: An Inclusive Sensory-Friendly Experience!

Join us for this FREE fun Easter celebration designed specifically for individuals with special needs!

Event: 2025 EGGstra Special Easter
Date: Saturday, April 5, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Location: Lyman Community Center (13472 US-49, Gulfport, MS)

This FREE sensory-friendly event offers a calm and welcoming environment where individuals with special needs can enjoy Easter fun at their own pace!

Gentle Activities & Games
Photos with the Easter Bunny (No Flash Photography)
Free Giveaways & Door Prizes
Local Vendors

Let’s make Easter EGGstra Special for everyone!

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