Why I Still Celebrate Easter Like a Kid – And You Should Too | Aisle29

Discover why I still celebrate Easter like a kid – with egg hunts, silly T-shirts, and joy-filled fun – and why you should celebrate Easter this way, too!

When I was eight, I truly believed the Easter Bunny was a real creature, somewhere between a magician and a ninja, capable of sneaking into our house undetected to deliver the most glorious treasure known to humanity – chocolate eggs. I remember the excitement of waking up early, the thrill of the hunt, and the joy of finding those hidden treasures.

Those memories still bring a smile to my face. 

I'd wake up at dawn, heart pounding with excitement as if I were embarking on an adventure straight out of a storybook. And you know what? 

Even now, as a fully grown adult with responsibilities, bills, and an alarm clock that never seems to understand the concept of weekends, I still celebrate Easter with that same wide-eyed wonder.

You might think I've lost the plot – and maybe I have – but hear me out. There's something magical about Easter that I can't shake, and honestly, I don't want to.

Embracing childlike wonder, even as an adult, can bring a sense of joy and freedom that we often lose in the responsibilities of adulthood. It's a chance to escape the mundane and experience life with a fresh perspective. 

It's not just about chocolate (although that's a massive part); it's about that fleeting feeling of pure joy, like the world takes a breath, and everything feels a little softer, a little brighter.

That's why I still celebrate Easter like a kid, and I reckon more people should try it. 

If you're not sure where to start, why not plan an Easter egg hunt, bake some sweet treats, or even try making your own Easter-themed T-shirt? The possibilities are endless.

First, let's talk about the Easter egg hunt. Oh yes, I still organise one for myself. There's no shame in that.

There's something enjoyable about hiding little foil-wrapped eggs all over the house, only to "accidentally" forget where I put them and stumble upon them days later. It's like a gift from past-me to future-me, and honestly, who doesn't love surprise chocolate? 

Plus, I get creative with it – inside cupboards, behind the sofa cushions, even in the fridge. It's my version of a treasure hunt, and I wouldn't trade it for anything.

And then there's the crafting. I was never the artsy type as a kid – my drawings looked like stick figures having a crisis – but Easter brought out a different side of me. 

Decorating eggs with those dye kits that never quite worked right, sticking on googly eyes, painting little bunny faces with pure chaos, pure joy. These days, I've upgraded to Pinterest-level attempts at wreaths and centrepieces, but it's still just me, making a mess with glitter and glue, reliving the silliness and creativity that made childhood so fun.

Food-wise, Easter is a free pass to indulge. It was all about how much chocolate I could consume before someone told me off. 

Now, it's about baking something sweet and sharing it with friends and family—hot cross buns, simnel cake, those little bird's nest treats made from shredded wheat and melted chocolate.

But I'll be honest: I still eat too many mini eggs and sneak bites of the chocolate bunny ears first (because they obviously taste better).

But it's not just the traditions—it's the feeling. Easter always marked the start of spring, and as a kid, that meant running around outside, the sun on my face, and the world bursting back to life. These days, I try to keep that spirit alive.

If the weather permits, I'll go for a long walk, pick wildflowers, and have a picnic. It's about slowing down and noticing the small joys—the birds singing, the fresh scent in the air, the way everything feels new again, just like when I was a kid, barefoot in the grass, pockets full of chocolate wrappers and happiness.

One of the best parts about celebrating Easter like a kid is that you let go of expectations. You don't worry about planning the perfect day or hosting an Instagram-worthy brunch. You do what feels fun.

That could be watching a nostalgic movie like Hop or Peter Rabbit with a blanket and a massive mug of hot chocolate. Perhaps it's calling an old friend and reminiscing about that time you tried to make an Easter bonnet, and it looked like a bird's nest had exploded.

Whatever it is, it's about joy, not perfection.

Here's a fun twist I've added in recent years – and honestly, it's become a bit of a tradition in its own right. Easter-themed T-shirts. Yep, you heard me. I started buying and wearing silly, themed T-shirts around Easter, and let me tell you, it has a total vibe.

It started with a joke, but it quickly became one of the highlights of my celebration.

Picture this: You walk into a room wearing a bright shirt that says, "Official Egg Cracker" in bold letters with a cracked egg graphic. It's an instant conversation starter.

People laugh and smile, and suddenly, everyone's in the spirit of things. 

I've got a whole collection now, including personal favourites like "This Bunny's Got Game" (complete with a cartoon bunny holding a basketball), "Egg-stra Fly" with a pair of sunglasses on a cool-looking egg, and the heart-melting "No Bunny Loves You Like I Do" which is equal parts cheesy and adorable.

What I love about the T-shirt idea is that it makes celebrating Easter more interactive. It's not just about watching things happen – it's about being part of it.

Wearing something playful instantly lifts the mood, gets people talking, and helps adults, kids, and even the Easter cynics get in on the fun. You can take it further, too. 

Coordinate shirts with family or friends, have a mini fashion show, or create slogans. It's a simple, affordable way to inject personality into the day and share a few laughs.

Beyond just wearing them, T-shirts can be used as props for games or photos. Set up a little photo booth corner, snap silly pictures, and boom—you've got memories captured in the most hilarious, heartfelt way. These small touches make Easter feel like an event, not just a date on the calendar.

I know some people see Easter as just another commercial holiday – and hey, I get it, the shops start selling eggs in January, which feels like cheating – but for me, it's more than that. 

It's a chance to reconnect with a part of myself that gets buried under the noise of adulthood. 

I'm referring to the playful, silly, imaginative part. 

The part that dances around the kitchen in bunny slippers, rocking a T-shirt that proudly declares, "Egg-stra Fly". 

Why should kids have all the fun?

Easter also has a beautiful simplicity that I've come to appreciate more as I've gotten older. It's not flashy or loud. 

It doesn't require months of planning or breaking the bank. It's about celebrating life, renewal, and the small moments that make us smile. 

Whether painting eggs with my nieces (and ending up with more paint on me than the eggs), baking a slightly wonky cake, or just sitting in the garden soaking up the sunshine, it's about presence and being in the moment. It's about feeling light, even if just for a day.

So yes, I still celebrate Easter like a kid, and I plan to keep doing it for as long as I can. Because in a world that's often too serious, too rushed, and too complicated, there's something wonderfully rebellious about embracing the joy of a childhood tradition. 

It's about letting yourself be silly, creative, and indulgent. It's about choosing to see the magic in the little things.

And if that means dancing around with bunny ears on my head, wearing an "Official Egg Cracker" T-shirt while hunting for chocolate eggs in my living room? So be it.

Life's too short not to. For more slogans when not take a look at our Easter Collection?

Matt