Spring is blooming in Historic Missouri Wine Country, and Easter celebrations are just around the corner. From family-friendly Easter egg hunts to scenic brunches and festive seasonal events, there are plenty of ways to celebrate the holiday throughout the region. Bring the kids for an egg hunt, gather with friends and family for a delicious Easter meal, and enjoy the beauty of spring in Historic Missouri Wine Country. Explore our guide to Easter events in Historic Missouri Wine Country and start planning a memorable holiday weekend.
EASTER EGG HUNTS
Back to Top of ListCOMMUNITY EASTER EGG HUNT AT BALDUCCI VINEYARDS
March 28 at 11:30 AM
Celebrate Easter early at Balducci Vineyards’ free Easter egg hunt! Search for eggs amongst the vineyards, enjoy a bite to eat, and enjoy each other's company at this family friendly event. Get a family photo with Sunny the Bunny to remember the day.
ADULT EGG HUNT AT BALDUCCI VINEYARDS
March 28 from 5:30 PM to 7 PM
Balducci Vineyards has fun for the adults too! The Adult Easter Egg hunt in the evening allows participants to collect up to eight large eggs (and an unlimited amount of small ones) that are hidden amongst the grounds. Bring your friends, enjoy a meal, sip on a glass of award-winning wine, and have fun hunting for eggs. Who knows, you may find one of the special golden eggs! Register for the event online.

EASTER EGG HUNT AT CHANDLER HILL VINEYARDS
March 29 from 1 to 2 PM
Chandler Hill Vineyards’ annual Easter Egg Hunt returns this year in Historic Missouri Wine Country. Their Easter egg hunt features two sessions: one for kids ages 1 to 5 and one for kids ages 6 to 10, so that everyone has a fair shot at finding eggs no matter their age. Arrive early for brunch at the vineyards or stay late for lunch service and enjoy the live music. Purchase tickets online and get to hunting!
EASTER BRUNCH & DINNER
Back to Top of ListEASTER CRUISES WITH MISS AUGUSTA
Easter Brunch Cruise on April 5 at 11:30 AM
Let Miss Augusta Cruises handle the cooking and cleanup this Easter on the Easter Brunch Cruise for a delicious Easter brunch buffet in St. Charles. Enjoy a mouthwatering brunch buffet featuring Florentine omelets, biscuit and gravy bake, cherry brandy glazed honey ham, and more of your brunch favorites. Celebrate Easter while enjoying the sights of Historic Missouri Wine Country. Tickets for the Easter brunch cruise are available online.
Easter Dinner Cruise on April 5 at 4:30 PM
Treat yourself to a 4-course Easter feast on the Miss Augusta Easter Dinner Cruise. The culinary team will serve up phyllo wrapped asparagus, Mediterranean chopped salad with Greek dressing, parmesan herb encrusted lamb rack with creamy Dijon shallot sauce served with truffled fingerling potatoes, sautéed spinach, and fire roasted carrots for a delicious Easter dinner. End the night on a sweet note with lemon cream cake for. Make your reservation for the Easter Dinner Cruise online.
EASTER BRUNCH AT DEFIANCE RIDGE VINEYARDS
April 5, reservations available from 10 AM to 12:30 PM
Celebrate Easter with a view of rolling hills at Defiance Ridge Vineyards’ Easter Brunch. Find classic brunch favorites at the buffet like cinnamon rolls, biscuits with sausage gravy, bacon, and other dishes like bananas foster french toast and smoked salmon. Make reservation for the St. Charles Easter brunch buffet online. Don’t worry if it’s full, Defiance Ridge will have a lunch menu beginning at 1 PM that is first-come, first-serve.
OTHER EASTER EVENTS
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EASTER COOKING MENU IDEAS WITH CHEF MO
March 25 from 11 AM to Noon
Hone your cooking skills just in time for Easter this year at Sunflower Hill Farm’s Easter Cooking Menu Class. Chef Mo will share tips on incorporating fresh herbs and garden produce into Easter-ready meals and desserts that will have your family asking for seconds. Register online to take this cooking class in Historic Missouri Wine Country.
BLOOMS AND BUNNY BASH AT FRISELLA NURSERY
April 4 from 11 AM to 12 PM
Celebrate Easter and the arrival of spring at Frisella’s Bloom and Bunny Bash. This free event has a bunny petting zoo, educational classes, and crafts. If kids complete four projects, they receive a free Easter goodie bag! The store and greenhouse will be in spring mode with lots of plants available. It’s a perfect excuse to get your gardening needs while having some family fun.


