6 new Easter traditions to try with family

At a glance

Mix in-person and virtual plans to include everyone in your Easter celebration.
Use simple video apps to host brunch, games and family catch-ups.
Try easy activities like a virtual egg hunt or front steps photo.
Start new digital traditions that keep loved ones connected year after year.

Easter is all about connection, tradition and hope. And today, you have more ways than ever to celebrate together.

Whether you’re gathering in person, joining remotely or doing a mix of both, technology makes it easy to include everyone. From virtual brunches to livestream church services, you can keep traditions alive while adding a few new ones along the way.

Easter falls on Sunday, April 5, this year, giving you the perfect chance to bring everyone together, no matter where they are.

Here are simple, meaningful ways to celebrate Easter together, no matter where everyone is.

#1 Pick a video app everyone can use easily

Start with one simple goal: make it easy for everyone to join.

Reliable options include Zoom, FaceTime, Google Meet and Facebook Messenger.

These apps offer:

Group calls across phones, tablets and computers
Easy links for quick joining
Built-in privacy controls

Tip: Send out a test link the day before so everyone is ready to go.

#2 Host a hybrid Easter brunch

Illustration of hosting a hybrid Easter brunch

Even if some people are at your table and others are dialing in, you can still share the moment.

Set up a device at the table and include remote guests in:

A toast to kick things off
Sharing what you’re grateful for
Showing off favorite dishes

Tip: Encourage everyone to dress up or decorate their space to keep the festive feel.

#3 Try a virtual Easter egg hunt

Illustration of a virtual Easter egg hunt

This is an easy win, especially for kids.

Here are two ways to do it:

Hide eggs in your camera background and let others guess
Share a photo in a group chat and challenge everyone to find hidden eggs

Give each player a few guesses and keep score for fun.

#4 Take a front steps family photo

Getting dressed up for Easter is a tradition worth keeping. Capture the moment with a simple setup:

Use a tripod or stack of books
Set a timer or remote shutter
Take multiple shots so everyone looks their best

If you have an Apple Watch, you can trigger your phone’s camera remotely, making group photos much easier. Check out our article on How to take great family photos and include yourself in them

#5 Watch an Easter service from anywhere

Easter service online

Many churches now livestream services, making it easy to participate no matter where you are. You can:

Join your local church online
Watch services on YouTube or Facebook
Tune into global services like those from Vatican News at St. Peter’s Basilica

Tip: Save the link ahead of time so you can jump in quickly on Easter morning.

#6 Start a new digital Easter tradition

Illustration of a new digital Easter tradition

If you’re already using tech, why not build a new tradition around it? Try:

A family group chat for sharing photos throughout the day.
A short video message to relatives who could not join.
A shared online album that everyone can contribute to. Check out the best free sites for sharing photos and videos with your extended family

These small moments often become the ones people remember most.

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Kurt’s key takeaways

Easter has always been about coming together. That has not changed. What has changed is how easy it is to include everyone, no matter where they are. Whether you are sitting around the same table or connecting through a screen, what matters most is sharing the moment. And sometimes, those extra efforts to include others make the celebration even more meaningful.

What is one new tradition you will add to your Easter celebration, and do you plan to keep it going next year? Let us know in the comments below.

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