Easter on Jekyll Island
Visiting Jekyll Island for Easter is a great way to escape the hustle and bustle for the holiday. The island offers many activities that are perfect for families to have some fun together, and a chance to get out in nature and fresh air. Whether you are looking for some historic charm or outdoor activities, Jekyll Island has something for everyone and makes a great destination for families during Easter weekend.
Easter Activities
Bring the kids to the Jekyll Island Club Resort on Saturday for a morning of Easter fun at the Bunny Breakfast. Hosted by the Jekyll Island Resort Club, this Easter event has everything you need to make it a memorable experience for your family. From 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., feast on delicious bites, join others in an egg hunt, snap a photo with the Easter Bunny, or simply take a stroll through the petting zoo!
If you are spending Easter on Jekyll Island, this is a must! For more Easter fun with the little ones, head to nearby Brunswick for the annual egg hunt and Easter Eggstravaganza carnival. If you are looking for something a little more formal or an activity for older kids, then Easter Tea in the Grand Dining Room at Jekyll Island Resort Club is the perfect place. They offer tea sandwiches, freshly baked scones, a deviled egg flight, and an array of seasonal desserts. Be sure to buy your tickets to this event ahead of time!
On Easter Sunday, families can head to Great Dunes Beach Park for a 6:30 a.m. sunrise service, as well as later morning services held by local churches, including St. Richard’s Episcopal Church at Faith Chapel, for a more traditional service. Join other members at 9:00 a.m. Easter Sunday in the historic Faith Chapel in the Jekyll Island Historic District.
Easter Brunch on Jekyll Island
This local favorite offers a festive Easter brunch from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. The menu features locally sourced ingredients to create a unique and festive experience. This is an excellent spot for families, but we suggest calling to make a reservation!
Grand Dining Room Easter Brunch
Also located in the Jekyll Island Beach Club, the Grand Dining Room Easter Brunch is a more elegant and upscale experience. Guests can savor fresh pastries, seasonal dishes, and classic favorites in a historic setting. We recommend making a reservation, as it is a holiday weekend!
If you are looking for a casual place to eat with no reservations needed, then Zachry’s is the perfect spot. While they do not have a brunch menu, they have a delicious selection of starters and seafood! This casual restaurant also has some of the best views in town!
Family-Friendly Activities
During your Easter getaway, you will find no shortage of family-friendly activities on Jekyll Island.
There are many ways to tour the island, and one of the most popular is by bike! The whole family can get equipped at Jekyll Island Bike Barn, which offers rentals for adult and kid-sized bikes, as well as tandem bikes, surreys and tricycles. There are 22 miles of trails meandering through the historic sites and natural beauty of Jekyll Island, perfect for an afternoon of exploring the island.
Stop off in the Historic District to learn more about the history of Jekyll Island. Follow the brick-paved streets to the Mosaic Museum to learn about Jekyll Island’s past as an exclusive retreat for some of America’s wealthiest families in the early 1900s. Take an afternoon walk through the lush grounds of the Jekyll Island Club or hop on a trolley tour of the Historic District.
Enjoy a family beach day at Great Dunes Beach Park or Oceanview Beach Park, both of which have play areas and pavilions. Families looking for a low-key picnic by the water will enjoy St. Andrews Beach on the southern end of the island, where bird watching and sunsets are spectacular. For some unique family photo opportunities, head to Driftwood Beach, where huge driftwood formations provide a dramatic and beautiful backdrop.
There are many options for up close encounters with local nature and wildlife on Jekyll Island. Visit the Georgia Sea Turtle Center, where you can interact with sea turtles and learn more about the conservation and rehabilitation process. Nature-loving families will enjoy the 4-H Tidelands Center, which offers child-friendly kayak tours of the local marshland environment, and ranger-led educational nature walks. For a classic Jekyll Island experience, take the family on a Dolphin Boat Tour, a perennial favorite among kids and adults.
Where to Stay
Sometimes, the best way to spend Easter Sunday is by simply coming home, kicking off your shoes, and soaking in time with the people who matter most. At Jekyll Realty, our vacation rentals are designed to make your holiday both memorable and effortless. Book your Easter escape with Jekyll Realty and let us help you turn those little moments into lasting memories.
