Families across the Waterloo Region have a variety of festive options to choose from this long weekend as multiple Easter-themed events take place between April 3 and April 6, 2026. From charity-focused gatherings to heritage train rides and historic site celebrations, local organizations are hosting activities designed to mark the holiday season.
The National Service Dogs is holding its annual Easter Egg Hunt for Dogs on Good Friday, April 3, at Knollwood Park in Kitchener. This event, which supports the training of service dogs for children with autism and veterans living with post-traumatic stress, offers day-of registration for $30 per family. Meanwhile, the Easter Egg Fest at Doon Heritage Village is also scheduled for Friday; organizers note that this event is now sold out, though visitors may still access the museum gallery and foyer activities.
For those looking for outdoor experiences, the Waterloo Central Railway is operating The Easter Egg-spress on Saturday, April 4. Departing from the Farmers Market Station in St. Jacobs, the heritage train ride includes a journey to the railway park where children can participate in a hunt for treats. Space is available for the 10 a.m. and 12 p.m. departures.
Additional holiday programming is available throughout the region. The Cambridge Butterfly Conservatory is hosting Springtime at the Conservatory from April 3 to April 5, featuring storytime sessions and interactive nature experiences included with general admission. In Kitchener, the Schneider Haus National Historic Site is offering mini egg hunts through April 6, with a special egg-stravaganza event scheduled for Saturday afternoon. Finally, McDougall Cottage in Cambridge is running a Spring Fling celebration from April 3 to April 5, featuring garden egg hunts, games, and crafts.
