With Easter coming up on Sunday, April 20, we’re rounding up a few ways to celebrate — from brunches and services to family-friendly activities and Easter Bunny photo ops.

Brunches

Frescos Southern Kitchen + Bar, 132 S. Kentucky Ave. | Eala's, Fresco's exclusive speakeasy, will hold a reservation-only Easter brunch on Sunday, April 20, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. In addition to traditional breakfast items, there will be a carving station and a selection of desserts. Tickets are $65 for adults and $25 for children.
Nineteen61, 215 E. Main St. | Make a reservation at Nineteen61 anytime from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. to enjoy an Easter brunch buffet. Tickets are $75 for adults and $35 for children.
Terrace Grille, 329 E. Main St. | This eatery at The Terrace Hotel will serve a high-end Easter brunch for the adults, paired with a visit from the Easter Bunny for the kids. Make a reservation from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. to delight in fare ranging from oysters Rockefeller to rack of lamb.

Services

If you're looking for a local service to attend, check out the Lakeland Chamber of Commerce's list of local churches.
Bok Tower Gardens will host its 99th annual sunrise service on Easter Sunday at 7 a.m., featuring music by carillonneurs, cellists, pianists, and bagpipers. Following the service, the Blue Palmetto Cafe will serve a brunch buffet.

Springtime at Bok Tower Gardens | Photo by @boktowergardens

Activities for the family

Join the City of Lakeland at the annual Jellybean Jubilee on Thursday, April 17, 4-7 p.m at the Simpson Park Community Center. This free event will have fun for all ages with an egg hunt, arts + crafts, games, prizes, bounce houses, and face painting.
Meet the Easter Bunny at Family Fun Center on Saturday, April 19, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Enjoy a fun photo op and take part in a free scavenger egg hunt for your chance to win a Family Fun Pack.
Want even more family-friendly events? Check out Lakeland Mom's full list of egg hunts + photo ops around Polk County.

Did we miss your favorite Easter weekend staple? Add it to our community calendar.