Here's a list of Easter egg hunts and other related events planned across Acadiana for spring 2026.
If you'd like your event to be included, please send the information to news@katctv.com
Here are the events we have, arranged by parish:
CALCASIEU PARISH
On Saturday, March 28, 2026, the City of Lake Charles Partners in Parks Initiative will present the 2026 City of Lake Charles Easter Egg Hunt from 10 am – noon at Hillcrest Park (2808 Hillcrest Dr.). The egg hunt, featuring 25,000 treat-filled eggs, will feature special hunts for children ages 1-3, 4-6, 7-9 and 10-12. A sensory-friendly and accessible egg hunt will also be held. Cumulus Broadcasting will also be providing chocolate eggs and Phillips 66 will be providing chocolate Easter bunnies while supplies last. Phillips 66, Louisiana King of Kings Lodge #25 of the Most Worshipful HB Turner Grand Lodge of Texas, Southwest Louisiana Credit Union and Lake Charles Coca-Cola are also sponsors of this year’s City of Lake Charles Easter Egg Hunt. Chuck the Train will have special conductor, just in time for Easter and participants will have to opportunity to enjoy food, fun, and Easter egg challenge obstacle course, pop-up library, fire truck and more! This event is free and open to the public to attend. For more information, call 337-491-1280.
Here's a flyer:
LAFAYETTE PARISH
Lafayette Memorial Park Cemetery will hold its Annual Easter Sunrise Service on Sunday, April 5, 2026 at 7am
in the Peace Chapel Mausoleum at Lafayette Memorial Park Cemetery, 2111 W Pinhook Road, Lafayette
There are several events planned this month in Scott, here are the flyers:
There also are several events planned in Broussard, here are some flyers:
Bark in the Park 2026 Brings Adoptable Pets, 40+ Vendors, and Family Fun to Girard Park
Animal lovers across Acadiana are invited to attend Bark in the Park 2026 on Sunday, March 29 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Girard Park. Hosted by Acadiana Animal Aid, this free, family-friendly event will feature adoptable dogs from shelters and rescues across Louisiana. Acadiana Animal Aid will also have cats and dogs available for adoption. The event will include over 40 local craft vendors, food vendors, pet-related activities, and free children’s activities hosted by the Children’s Museum of Acadiana. Guests are encouraged to bring their families, friends, and leashed pets. More information is available at: https://acadianaanimalaid.org/barkinthepark2026/
Downtown Brunch & Beats Carencro will be held on March 28 from 8 - 11 am. Brunch cookoff, live music, arts and crafts, train rides, Easter activities and more.
ST. LANDRY PARISH
The Port Barre police department and the Port Barre American Legion Post #334 or hosting our third annual community Easter egg hunt.
This event is for those living within the 70577 ZIP Code and for students that attend any of the four schools inside of Port Barre.
This is a free event, we will have different egg hunts for different age groups including a senior citizens division!
Free chili dogs, drink drinks and we will have vendors there as well.
If anyone wants to be a vendor and sell their product, they can contact Dawn at 337-585-6212.
Here's the flyer:
