Despite this week’s cooler temperatures, spring officially began on March 19. Spring’s arrival is accompanied by numerous events in the Twin Counties including Easter celebrations, farmers market events, and other spring festivals.

Check out our list of upcoming spring events to make plans for you and your family to have a great time over the next few weeks!

Community Easter Celebration | Thursday, March 21 | 2:30–5:30 p.m. | Peacemakers, Rocky Mount

Eggciting Saturday | Saturday, March 23 | 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. | Stoney Creek Environmental Park, Nashville | Egg hunt for ages 0–12 starts at 10 | Pictures w/ the Easter Bunny, crafts, games, and more starts at 10:30 a.m. at Council Chambers, 114 W Church St, Nashville

Bunnies & Trains | Saturday, March 23 | 12 p.m.–3 p.m. | Rocky Mount Railroad Museum at the Helen P. Gay Rocky Mount Historic Train Station | Door prizes | Win an Easter basket

An Eggcellent Adventure | Saturday, March 23 | 6:30 p.m. | New Life Church, 1127 Benvenue Rd, Rocky Mount | Dan the Animal Man followed by a flashlight Easter Egg Hunt | Flashlights provided; bring your own basket

Easter Party | Sunday, March 24 | 12–4 p.m. | Sparkling Creations, 976 N Winstead Ave, Rocky Mount | Enjoy food trucks, egg decorating, pictures with the Easter Bunny, and more!

Easter Jam | Sunday, March 24 | 12:30–2:30 p.m. | First United Methodist Church, 100 S Church St, Rocky Mount | Lunch starting at 1 p.m. | Bouncy houses, crafts, and an Easter Egg Hunt

Easter Egg Hunt | Sunday, March 24 | 2 p.m. | Sandy Cross Methodist Church | 3725 Sandy Cross Rd, Nashville

ROCK Museum Easter Egg Hunt | Saturday, March 30 | 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. | 37 Food Lion Rd., Scotland Neck | Children 12 and under can participate in the hunt | Prizes, refreshments, and activities available

Rose Hill’s Spring Fling Vendor Expo | Saturday, March 30 | 10 a.m.–4 p.m. | Rose Hill Estate, 3815 Rose Hill Ln, Nashville | Shop local vendors

Easter Eggstravaganza | Saturday, March 30 | 12–2 p.m. | Sunset Park | Egg hunts for ages 0–3, 4–6, 7–9, 10–12, and special populations

2024 Nash County Farmers Market Kickoff w/ Miss Mini & the Sandman Band | Saturday, March 30 | 5–7 p.m. | Nash County Farmers Market, Rocky Mount | Free admission | Free food

The Nashville Junction Spring Concert Series: 1789 | Saturday, March 30 | Doors open at 4 p.m.; Show starts at 5 p.m. | The Nashville Junction, 723 S Barnes St, Nashville | Tickets $10; available online and at the door | Bring your own chair

Nash County Farmers Market Opening Day | Saturday, April 6 | 8 a.m.– 1 p.m. | 1006 Peachtree St., Rocky Mount | Live music, local produce, and more!

SpringFest and ECU Health Edgecombe Hospital Blue Ribbon Kidz Day | Saturday, April 6 | 10 a.m.–3 p.m. | Tarboro Town Common | Music, bouncers, face painting, activities, vendors, food trucks, and health checks

Rocky Mount Parks & Rec Pickleball Classic | Saturday, April 6 and Sunday, April 7 | Sunset Park Courts, 1550 River Dr., Rocky Mount | Beginner & advanced divisions for men, women, and mixed doubles | Register before March 23 | $30 per person ($15 for 2nd division of play)

Nashville Farmers Market Opening Day | Friday, April 12 | 3–7 p.m. | Nashville Junction, 723 S Barnes St, Nashville | Fresh produce, meat, and more