Bond with the bunny at these upcoming Easter events

The Easter Bunny is almost back.

The Empire Mall will host the bunny from Friday until April 8 in Center Court.

The Bunny Photo Experience will be open from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. weekdays, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturdays and noon to 6 p.m. Sundays. Reservations are strongly encouraged. Make them today by clicking here.

The Empire Mall also will host events with the bunny this season including:

• Pet Photos – Bring your furry friend to pose with the bunny from 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday, March 19.
• The Empire Mall Eggstravaganza – Located in Center Court near the Bunny Photo Experience, guests are invited to join this free spring event from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, March 25. The event will include crafts and coloring activities for kids, games, snacks, beverages and more.
• Caring Bunny – Caring Bunny is a private event for children with special needs and their families. Special care is taken to ensure a sensory-friendly environment. Visit the Caring Bunny from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Sunday, March 26. Reservations are required.

Other Easter events

Check the Pigeon605 weekly event guide for more Easter-related things to do, but here are some to mark on the calendar:

• Easter Eggstravaganza: Train your dog to hunt for Easter eggs with this fun event at Paws Pet Resort from 2 to 5 p.m. March 25. Enjoy crafting, vendors and more with your canine companion for a $20 donation to the Rescue Network. Click here for information. 
• Peeps and Pups in the Park: April 1 at The Splash Bark by SDK. Bring your pup, your kids and let them hunt together for eggs filled with special treat. The bunny makes an appearance from 1 to 3 p.m. Park entrance is $15 for one hour or $29 for as long as you want. Pup parents: The tiki bar will be stocked with cold beer and seltzers. Click here for information. 
• Downtown Easter egg hunt: Downtown businesses will hand out candy-filled eggs from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. April 8. Watch for information at dtsf.com on participating stops.
• Skate City’s Eggstravaganza: Head to Skate City from 10 a.m. to noon April 8. Kids can skate with the Easter Bunny and take home candy and prizes. Click here to learn more.