Downtown Chandler is hosting its 45th Annual Easter Celebration for the Family on Friday, April 18.

This free, family-friendly event will take place at Dr. A.J. Chandler Park: Stage Plaza from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., according to a news release.

Bring Easter baskets for children ages 9 and younger to collect eggs filled with candy or prizes at the 24 Karrot Trail.  Children who find an egg with a “golden karrot” will be given a special prize. The 24 Karrot Trail will be open until 8:30 p.m. or until the eggs are all gone.

Every family in attendance can enter to win a free drawing for an Easter basket brimming with goodies. The drawing will be at 7:40 p.m. and the winner must be present to win.

There will also be carnival games, free inflatable attractions, a prize wheel, performances from local groups and photos with the Easter bunny. Food and beverages will be available for purchase.

Chandler is also hosting its  annual Easter coloring contest. Young artists as  old as age 9 can use crayons, markers and glitter to decorate this year’s coloring page.

The coloring page can be found at any Chandler recreation facility or downloaded from this link. Get hopping – entries must be submitted by Monday, April 14. Winners in four age categories will be announced at the event stage at 5:45 p.m. at the April 18 celebration.

Dr. A.J. Chandler Park – Stage Plaza is located at 178 E. Commonwealth. Attendees are encouraged to park on the east side of Arizona Avenue, including the City Hall Parking Garage (Chicago and Washington streets), Jonathan Parking Garage (Buffalo and Washington streets) and Alexander Parking Garage (Boston and Washington streets).

For more information, call the city's special events line at 480-782-2735 or click here. 

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