Celebrating Easter in an RV

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Easter is almost here and that means it’s time to start thinking about how you will celebrate. If you’re in an RV for the holiday for the first time this year, you may be wondering what to expect and how to make the day special. Not to worry. We’ve spent numerous Easters in our RV and each and every one has been special in its own way. 

Here are my tips for celebrating Easter in your RV. 

Embracing the Spirit of Easter on the Road

As you know, Easter is about renewal and hope, and I feel like celebrating the holiday while traveling is actually very fitting. To me, the open road symbolizes new beginnings. Meanwhile, the nature that tends to surround us RVers represents renewal with flowers blooming, trees budding, and days growing longer. I feel like being immersed in nature during this holiday is an amazing reminder that renewal isn’t just symbolic—it’s happening all around you.

Decorating Your RV for Easter

In my opinion, one of the best parts of any holliday is decorating. You might feel like you need to skip decorating because you live in a smaller space now, but that actually isn’t the case. The key is to think simple and lightweight when choosing your decor. 

I like to hang banners or garlands on our slide above our couch and add tablecloths to our table and festive throw pillows to our couch. We have friends who use window clings to decorate for the holidays, which is super clever because it takes up almost no space and is very travel friendly. String lights and faux flowers can also add a festive touch without taking up too much space or adding a bunch of weight.

Sometimes I’ll let the kids get in on the decorating by allowing them to create paper garlands or wall hangings. They love this and it gets the whole family in the spirit!

Easter Traditions, RV-Style

Of course, you can take all of your usual Easter traditions with you on the road. Not only that, but you might find that being in an RV makes them even better in some ways. 

Easter Egg Hunts

Obviously, an Easter egg hunt is a must. In our RV, the Easter bunny always leaves a complicated Easter egg scavenger hunt that leads the kids to their baskets. My kids absolutely adore this tradition and it’s well worth the extra effort of creating clues and it makes the whole egg hunting business a lot more interesting than it might be in a small campsite. 

If you’d rather not do the scavenger hunt thing and a campsite egg hunt seems too small, there is also the option of heading to the campground playground or a local park for your egg hunt. Just keep in mind that other kids may want to join in. 

Lastly, there is the option of heading to a community egg hunt. Many family RV parks host egg hunts and we have participated in these on more than one occasion. We’ve also found ourselves at RV rallies during Easter and attend egg hunts at those. Other places to look for such egg hunts include local churches, festivals, and community centers. 

Easter Baskets

Our kids always, always get Easter baskets. For the most part, I fill these with consumable items such as soap, bubbles, toothbrushes, candy, art supplies, and gift cards. This prevents the collection of junk that tends to happen during holidays. I will usually also add an outfit or two for summer or something else the kids need as well as an item to use during our travels. For instance, our son once got snorkeling gear, both of our kids have gotten beach toys, and our daughter once got a Junior Ranger banner for all her badges. 

Special Meals

In our home, food is a big part of every holiday celebration, and Easter is no exception. That said, I’m not a big fan of attempting to cook a gigantic meal in our teeny tiny RV. Instead, we find alternatives. We have eaten out for Easter many times. We’ve also chosen to buy a rotisserie chicken and make several of our favorite sides to go with it. My favorite option though, is to attend a potluck with friends. Many campgrounds host holiday potlucks. Rallies also tend to add potlucks to the line up. That said, if there’s not a potluck planned where you are, you can always plan one yourself. 

Attending Easter Services While Traveling

For many, attending a church service is an essential part of Easter. Being on the road doesn’t mean you have to miss out on this tradition. Simply research churches in the area you’ll be visiting and head to one that feels right for your family. If you can’t make it to a church or just prefer something more intimate, you could always stream a service with your family or friends or even host your own worship meeting of sorts with worship music and scripture. Sitting outside in nature during your worship may even make it feel more powerful and meaningful. 

Choosing the Perfect Easter Destination

Where you choose to spend Easter can make or break the holiday. Personally, I prefer national parks and beautiful spots in nature so I can enjoy the changing of the seasons, the wildflowers in bloom, and the warm, sunny days. That said, many families like to park in RV parks with a strong sense of community. Often, these will host community events such as potluck meals, egg hunts, and even visits form the Easter bunny. Of course, there’s also the option of parking near family or friends, something we’ve done fairly often. 

Creating New Traditions

Like I said before, there’s no reason you have to let go of your old Easter traditions. That said, this transitional time might be a good chance to add some new traditions to your line up. Maybe you use the easy access to hiking trails as an opportunity to take an Easter hike or maybe you’ll choose to enjoy a simple breakfast outdoors with your family while reflecting on what the holiday means to you. 

Connecting with Others on the Road

The first year we were on the road, we spent Easter alone. It was super lonely. That said, we soon learned that it wasn’t actually necessary to feel lonely while celebrating holidays on the road. As I mentioned before, many campground host holiday events, giving campers an opportunity to connect with one another. There is also the option of attending a rally or event during the holiday to ensure you have a community to celebrate with. 

Us? We connected with several families at various Fulltime Families events and would intentionally make plans to be with our travel buddies during holidays unless we planned to be with our families back home. 

Practical Tips for a Smooth Celebration

As with anything you do on the road, celebrating Easter in an RV does require a bit of planning. Here are a few tips to help everything go smoothly:

• Plan ahead: Stock up on decorations, food, filled eggs, basket stuffers, and other supplies before you arrive at your destination. This is especially important if you’ll be in the middle of nowhere for Easter. 
• Check campground events: Many RV parks host Easter activities—take advantage of them if you can. We’ve made friends this way and the kids always have a blast. 
• Be flexible: Travel can be unpredictable, so keep an open mind and adapt as needed. As long as you’re willing to roll with the punches, you’ll be able to make the holiday memorable no matter what may come your way. 
• Respect nature (and other campers): Be mindful of your surroundings and follow local guidelines as well as campground rules. Clean up messes, respect quiet hours, and refrain from being super noisy if you’re celebrating near someone else’s RV. 

As you can see, there are all kinds of ways to celebrate Easter in an RV. In my opinion, celebrating on the road is often more fun and memorable than celebrating in a house. Why not start planning your celebration now? 

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