Penguin Easter Egg Hunt 2026

Saturday, April 4

Mississippi Aquarium is trading in their Easter bunny eggs for special penguin eggs! Throughout the day on Saturday, April 4, 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-2:00pm (with scheduled bunny breaks). 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.

Ambassador Meet & Greets:

Hop over to meet our egg laying ambassadors! Chat with our expert animal care staff to learn about the work required to care for these animals and discover fascinating facts.

It’s the perfect time to learn about their unique behaviors and discover the science behind how they lay and care for their own eggs!

FUEL UP FOR THE HUNT:

Hungry for more? Visit our Food & Beverage tent on the West Lawn for holiday-themed specials. You can also find seasonal treats and family favorites at Treetop Treats and Pelican Point Cafe.

AND SO MUCH MORE!

FREE with General Admission or Annual Pass

EGG HUNT SCHEDULE

Join us on the West Lawn for continuous egg hunts throughout the day. You can enter the West Lawn via the gate in between Otter and Dolphin. We’ve stocked 15,000 treat-filled eggs to ensure every child goes home with a smile!

• 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
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• 10:30 AM | 1-3 year old
• 10:45 AM | 4-6 year olds
• 11:00 AM | 7-12 year olds

• 11:15 AM | 1-3 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

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 so keep those eyes peeled!

Ages: 1 to 12 years old.
Safety First: Children will be wristbanded by age group to ensure a fun, fair experience for everyone.
Toddler Time: Parents are welcome to join in and assist their little ones in the 1–3 age group.