Best Easter Basket Ideas for Kids (2026)

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My mom still puts together Easter baskets for my kids and her strategy hasn’t changed since 1994: plastic grass, a chocolate bunny, a few eggs, done. It works! But if you want to level up beyond the drugstore basket, the options in 2026 are ridiculously fun. Toys, books, art kits, outdoor gear — real gifts wrapped in Easter vibes.

We’ve organized our best Easter basket ideas for 2026 by age, by theme, and by filler type, with plenty of non-candy options for parents who want to keep the sugar to a minimum (good luck with that on Easter, but we’ll try).

Easter Basket Ideas by Age

Best Easter Basket Fillers for Babies (0-12 Months)

Babies won’t remember their first Easter, but the photos will be adorable. Keep it simple and practical:

• Board books — “Pat the Bunny” ($8.99) or a bunny-themed Sandra Boynton book
• Fat Brain Toys Dimpl — Colorful silicone sensory toy. $12.99
• Jellycat Bashful Bunny (Small) — The classic plush bunny. $15.00
• Stacking cups — Cheap, cheerful, and endlessly entertaining. $6.99
• Baby-safe Easter eggs — Large, soft-fabric eggs that crinkle or rattle. $9.99
• Teething toys — Bunny-shaped silicone teethers. $7.99

Best Easter Basket Fillers for Toddlers (1-3 Years)

Toddlers are old enough to get excited about egg hunts and basket treasures, but everything still needs to be safe and chunky. For more toddler gift ideas, see our best toys for toddlers guide.

• Kinetic Sand mini tubs — Small containers of moldable sand. $4.99 each
• LEGO DUPLO small set — Animal or vehicle themed. $9.99-19.99
• Crayola washable sidewalk chalk (24-pack) — Perfect for spring. $5.99
• Play-Doh 4-pack — Spring colors. $4.99
• Melissa & Doug reusable sticker pad — Farm, vehicles, or nature themes. $6.99
• Bubble wands — Giant or themed bubble wands. $3.99-7.99
• Mini Squishmallows (5″) — Bunny or chick versions. $5.99
• Snack cups with bunny design — Practical and cute. $8.99

Best Easter Basket Fillers for Kids Ages 4-7

This is the golden age of Easter baskets — kids are fully into the magic and get genuinely excited about every item.

• LEGO Classic small set — Creativity building packs. $9.99-14.99. See our LEGO guide.
• Hot Wheels 5-car pack — Spring-colored cars. $5.49
• Squishmallows 8″ (Easter edition) — Bunny, chick, or lamb versions. $9.99
• Klutz mini craft kit — Friendship bracelets, sticker designs. $9.99-12.99
• National Geographic mini dig kit — Gemstone or fossil single dig. $9.99
• Card game — Uno, Go Fish, or Old Maid. $5.99-9.99
• Silly Putty or slime — Easter-themed colors. $3.99-6.99
• Kids sunglasses — Spring is sunglass season. $7.99
• Stomp Rocket refill pack — If they already have the launcher. $9.99

Best Easter Basket Fillers for Tweens (8-12)

Tweens think they’re too old for Easter baskets (they’re not). The key is making it feel curated rather than childish. Check our guides for 12 year old girls and 11-12 year old boys for more ideas.

• Instax Mini film (2-pack) — For kids with an instant camera. $14.99
• Fun socks — Novelty or patterned socks. $6.99-9.99
• Lip balm set — Burt’s Bees or fun flavored sets. $8.99
• Sticker pack (aesthetic) — Laptop/water bottle stickers. $7.99
• Candy bar variety pack — Full-size bars, not fun-size. $12.99
• Gift card — Roblox, iTunes, or Amazon. $10-25
• Mini puzzle — 100-piece themed puzzle. $7.99
• Journal or sketchbook — Spring-themed cover. $8.99
• LED fairy lights (battery-powered) — Room decor. $7.99

Best Easter Basket Fillers for Teens (13+)

Teens need baskets that feel cool, not cutesy. More on teen gifts in our guides for 13-14 year old boys and 15 year old girls.

• Scrunchie set or hair accessories — Trendy and practical. $9.99
• Phone case — Spring design or clear with pressed flowers. $12.99
• Face mask set — Sheet masks or clay masks. $9.99
• Gourmet chocolate — Tony’s Chocolonely, Lindt, or local chocolatier. $5.99-12.99
• Mini Bluetooth speaker — Portable and colorful. $14.99
• Gift card — Starbucks, Chick-fil-A, or favorite store. $10-25
• Sunglasses — Trendy styles. $9.99-14.99
• Portable charger — Small power bank. $14.99
• Bookmark set — For the reader. $7.99

Non-Candy Easter Basket Ideas

Want to skip the sugar rush entirely (or at least reduce it)? These basket themes are built around toys and activities instead of candy.

The Art Basket

• Crayola Inspiration Art Case (140 pieces) — $24.99
• Sketchbook — $5.99
• Watercolor paint set — $8.99
• Sticker sheets — $3.99
• Total: ~$44

The Outdoor Adventure Basket

• Bubble wands mega set — $9.99
• Sidewalk chalk 24-pack — $5.99
• Bug catcher kit — $12.99
• Sunscreen stick (kid-friendly) — $8.99
• Water bottle with spring design — $12.99
• Total: ~$51

The Reading Basket

• 2-3 new books (age-appropriate) — $14.99-24.99
• Book light — $7.99
• Bookmark set — $5.99
• Reading log/journal — $6.99
• Total: ~$36-46

The STEM Basket

For full reviews of science and coding toys, see our educational toys guide and best STEM toys for kids.

• National Geographic mini dig kit — $9.99
• Crystal growing kit — $14.99
• Magnifying glass — $6.99
• STEM activity book — $9.99
• Total: ~$42

Themed Easter Baskets

Dinosaur Easter Basket

For the dino-obsessed kid:

• Dinosaur figurine set (6-pack) — $12.99
• Dino excavation kit — $9.99
• Dinosaur book — $7.99
• Dino egg bath bombs (3-pack, with surprise inside) — $9.99
• Dinosaur stickers — $3.99
• Total: ~$45

Unicorn Easter Basket

Sparkle and magic for the unicorn lover:

• Unicorn Squishmallow (8″) — $9.99
• Unicorn craft kit — $12.99
• Unicorn headband — $6.99
• Glitter Play-Doh set — $7.99
• Unicorn sunglasses — $5.99
• Total: ~$44

Space Explorer Easter Basket

For the kid who dreams of the stars:

• LEGO City small space set — $14.99
• Glow-in-the-dark star stickers — $6.99
• Astronaut figurine — $8.99
• Space-themed flashlight — $9.99
• Planet puzzle — $7.99
• Total: ~$49

Dragon Easter Basket

For fans of fire-breathing mythical beasts (see our full dragon toys guide):

• Squishmallows Miles the Dragon (8″) — $9.99
• “Dragons Love Tacos” book — $11.99
• Safari Ltd. dragon figure — $5.99
• Dragon stickers — $3.99
• Dragon egg bath bomb — $4.99
• Total: ~$37

DIY Easter Basket Ideas

Skip the Plastic Basket

Instead of a traditional plastic Easter basket, try these creative containers that get reused long after Easter:

• Beach bucket — Fill with summer toys and use at the beach later
• Backpack — Stuff a new backpack with goodies
• Lunch box — New lunch box filled with treats
• Sand pail — Sandbox-ready after Easter
• Gardening pot — Fill with seeds, gloves, and tools for a spring garden project
• Wagon — For toddlers, a small pull wagon serves as both basket and gift

DIY Easter Grass Alternatives

Plastic Easter grass is a mess (and not great for pets or babies). Try:

• Shredded tissue paper — Colorful, recyclable, and less clingy
• Crinkled kraft paper — Natural look, compostable
• Fabric scraps — Reusable and washable
• Real grass or wheat grass — Grow it in the basket a week before Easter for a living display

Easter Basket Budget Guide

How much should you spend on an Easter basket? Here’s what’s typical:

• Budget basket: $15-25 — A few small items plus candy
• Standard basket: $25-50 — One anchor gift plus fillers
• Deluxe basket: $50-75 — Multiple quality items, themed basket
• Splurge basket: $75+ — Premium items, designer basket

For more seasonal gift ideas, check our Christmas Gift Guide for holiday planning, or use our Gift Finder to quickly browse by age, interest, and budget.