From church and brunch to drag and T dances, Easter weekend offers something for everybody, regardless of what you believe!
For Faith
Picnic and Easter Egg Hunt
March 24
Church at Ponce and Highland
The Church at Ponce & Highland is inviting neighbors to stop by their picnic and Easter Egg Hunt on Palm Sunday (the week before Easter) at noon. They will have food and an egg hunt on the enclosed playground for the little ones – all are welcome!
Advice for a Happy Life
Easter Sunday
Kadampa Meditation Center
Spiritual but not Christian? Join American Buddhist nun Kelsang Dechok this Sunday – or any Sunday – for practical talks, guided meditation, and discussion. No experience necessary – everybody is welcome! $15.
Praise and Worship
Easter Sunday
The Gathering Place
Join in person or on Facebook Live at 11am.
Resurrection Sunday
Easter Sunday
Vision Cathedral
Begins at 10:45am.
Sunday Morning Prayer
Easter Sunday
New Covenant Church of Atlanta
Enjoy the Sunday morning prayer at 9:45am before the worship service at 11am.
For Fun
Annual Easter Drag Races
March 30
Heretic
The Armorettes host their famous yearly Easter event yet again! The bar opens at 3pm, and the games start at 4pm. This year brings new games, but also the classics, including the Easter Bonnet Contest – plus special guests Ruby Redd, Kellie Divine, and Lori Divine.
Bottom’s Up! Drag Brunch with Loosey LaDuca and Amanda Tori Meating
Easter Sunday
City Winery
WUSSY Mag presents this boozy drag brunch featuring special guests Loosey LaDuca & Amanda Tori Meating from “RuPaul’s Drag Race”! The show starts at 12:30pm and includes performances by Nicole Paige Brooks, Chucky Deville, Dotte Com, and Miss He! Tickets at citywinery.com.
Easter Afternoon Tea
March 30 and Easter Sunday
The St. Regis
Afternoon tea at the St. Regis promises a wanderlust experience with delicious decadents, elegant loose-leaf tea, and handcrafted cocktails from 12:30 to 3:30pm. Each reservation will also be in the running for a golden ticket that reveals an extra special prize! Invite your best luminaries to the party and enhance your culinary experience with champagne and caviar service from Chef Bermyson Dorvil. Reserve your spot for $100 per person at exploretock.com/stregisatl.
Easter Brunch at Park Tavern
Experience a delightful brunch set up with chef-attended stations complete with all your brunch favorites – plus all-you-can-sip mimosas – overlooking the Midtown Skyline and Piedmont Park! Reserve your spot for $59.95 at parktavern.com/parktavern-event/easter-brunch.
Easter Brunch at Le Bilboquet
Celebrate Easter at Le Bilboquet with a French-inspired three-course prix fixe brunch or dinner menu, crafted by executive chef Cyrille Holota. Highlights of the menu include smoked salmon, lamb tenderloin, spring risotto, ratatouille basil omelets, warm chocolat fondant, and so much more! Reservations are $84 per person and can be made by calling 404-869-9944.
Easter Brunch at Livingston
Indulgence meets tradition in a grand brunch spread at Livingston in the Georgian Terrace Hotel from 11am to 4pm. Highlights of this culinary adventure include eggs benedict, eastern oysters, four-cheese macaroni and cheese, pan-seared sea bass, ham and prime rib carving stations, and delectable desserts – plus appearances from the Easter Bunny and live music and entertainment! Reserve your spot for $95 per person at livingstonatl.com.
Easter Brunch at New Realm
Join New Realm Brewing at 11am for a fun-filled day of a delicious buffet, drinks, and a special appearance by the Easter Bunny! Food includes chicken and waffles, an omelet station, a pancake bar, danishes and fruit, and so much more. Tickets via Eventbrite.
Easter Bunny Sock Hop Tea Dance
Easter Sunday
Atlanta Eagle
Head over to the Eagle at 4pm for an Easter day party with DJ Neon the Glowgobear! Take a break from the family, don your short shorts and high socks, and join in on the frisky old-fashioned Sock Hop.
Easter Thumpers and Bumpers
Easter Sunday
Atlanta Eagle
Parking lot drag, brunch, a bar, and a T dance – what more do you want from an Easter afternoon? The party starts at 2pm.