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Enjoy an Eggcellent Easter on the Wharf
Locals and visitors are invited to celebrate an "Egg-cellent Easter on the Wharf" on Easter weekend, Saturday, April 4, 2026 and Sunday, April 5, 2026, at Old Fisherman's Wharf in Monterey.
This annual event showcases festive Easter décor now throughout the weekend for fun photo ops plus the Easter Bunny will be on site for photo ops on Saturday, April 4, 2026 from 11 am - 5 pm.
Many Wharf merchants will feature special Easter-themed items, including sweet confections for sale from Candy World, Carousel Candies, and Wharf Chocolate Factory, as well as seasonal specials and gifts in the shops.
Founded in 1960 and celebrating its 66th anniversary, Carousel Candies' Easter confections will include blue, pink, white and yellow chocolate bunnies (including sugar-free chocolate bunnies), homemade rocky road eggs, peanut butter, chocolate fudge and vanilla nut eggs and marshmallow Peeps. Candy World will have an assortment of chocolate eggs for patrons. Wharf Chocolate Factory will offer colorful marshmallow chick Peeps.
Some restaurants on the Wharf will also offer a special Easter menu, and there are fun whale watching, fishing trips, sailing, and glass bottom boat tours as well.
About Monterey's Old Fisherman's Wharf
A visit to Monterey isn't complete without exploring Old Fisherman's Wharf. Built in 1845 and celebrating its 181st anniversary, Old Fisherman's Wharf is visited by over 4 million people annually. The Wharf offers a wide range of experiences including dining, shopping, wildlife viewing, and marine adventures. The Wharf is home to 11 restaurants, 3 candy shops, 8 gift shops, 4 whale watching companies, fishing charters, plus sailing and glass bottom boat rides.
For more information, visit www.montereywharf.com or call (831) 238-0777.
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