This time of year brings egg hunts, candy, and community events for young kids, but for many teenagers, there are not as many available activities for them. Most local events are geared towards families with small children, leaving teens unsure of what they could do and making the holiday feel like it is designed only for younger children.

“I feel like once you hit a certain age, there’s just not much for you anymore,” said Junior Tanvi Bobbili. “Everything is for little kids, so as you grow up, you don’t typically celebrate Easter as much as you used to anymore.”

While the craft day is adults-only, an event that teenagers may actually enjoy over the weekend is the PVD Artisans Spring Show happening on Saturday, April. The event lasts from 10 AM to 4 PM and will be at the WaterFire Arts Center at 475 Valley Street, Providence. The event features over a hundred small markets from people across the state, selling jewelry, candles, handmade crafts, food, and more. With free parking and free admission, it is the perfect place to go if you want to help out small businesses or just browse..

Despite this, there are several events in the area that offer opportunities for teens to get involved and have some fun. The Lincoln Public Library is hosting an adult no-sew sock bunny craft day on April 7th at 6 PM and April 8th at 10 AM. It is ages 18 and up, so seniors could enjoy this small activity and have the chance to create a fun, seasonal Easter project.

For teens who prefer to stay home or spend time with friends, there are still plenty of ways to celebrate outside of organized events. Decorating eggs, baking desserts, or even putting together themed baskets for friends are simple activities that can be adapted to any age group. Teens can host a small get-together, organize a small egg hunt with prizes, or even try out their own crafts with tutorials. 

With a little creativity, people can still find meaningful and fun ways to celebrate.