The Bunny Day event in Animal Crossing: New Horizons brings the charm of Easter to your island with an exciting egg hunt, crafting opportunities, and exclusive rewards. In 2026, the event runs from March 29 to April 5, culminating in a fun Easter celebration on April 5, with plenty of activities and decorations to keep players busy.
Here's everything you need to know to make the most of Bunny Day 2026!
Bunny Day begins each year with a few days of preparation, where players start gathering eggs and learning about the event's activities. In 2026, the event will start on March 29, and April 5 will be the main event day (Easter Sunday). Here's a breakdown:
March 29 - April 4, 2026: Pre-event phase — you'll start collecting eggs, and Zipper T. Bunny will appear to introduce the event. Eggs will appear all around your island, and you can begin gathering them to unlock recipes and start crafting Bunny Day items.
April 5, 2026 (Easter Sunday): The official Bunny Day celebration — Zipper T. Bunny will be in full swing, offering final rewards and bonuses, and your island will be filled with even more Easter-themed activities.
During this week, players will hunt for six types of Bunny Day eggs, which are scattered around the island in various locations and can be used to craft exclusive Bunny Day items.
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Zipper T. Bunny is the lively mascot of Bunny Day, and he's the character that players will interact with throughout the event. Zipper is a bit quirky and wears a large bunny suit (with a slightly unsettling zipper visible in the back) that adds to his charm. His role in Bunny Day is crucial as he:
Introduces the event: Zipper will give you your first Bunny Day DIY recipe and explains how the egg hunt works. You'll meet him during the pre-event phase.
Provides recipes: He gives you additional recipes as you gather eggs. He will also reward you with exclusive items for completing certain Bunny Day goals.
Appears on Easter Sunday (April 5, 2026): On the final day of the event, Zipper offers a special interaction, providing players with some of the most coveted Bunny Day items.
Gives rewards: Players can trade eggs with Zipper for special items, including furniture and festive clothing. He also provides the Bunny Day Basket if you trade him one of each type of egg.
Zipper's lively presence is one of the highlights of the event. Though he's a bit eccentric, there's no denying that he helps bring the Easter festivities to life in New Horizons.
The central activity of Bunny Day is the egg hunt, where players collect six different types of Bunny Day eggs. Each egg type can be found in specific ways, and you'll need to gather them all to craft various festive items. Here's a breakdown of the egg types and where you can find them:
| Egg Type | Location / How to Find |
|---|---|
| Earth Eggs | Found by digging up the X-marked spots with your shovel. These eggs are buried underground. |
| Leaf Eggs | Found by shaking trees that don't have fruit. The eggs fall from the trees. |
| Sky Eggs | Found by shooting down balloons floating in the sky with a slingshot. |
| Stone Eggs | Found by hitting rocks with a shovel or axe. Occasionally, an egg will pop out when hitting rocks. |
| Water Eggs | Caught while fishing in rivers or the ocean. Water eggs can be obtained while fishing with a rod. |
| Wood Eggs | Dropped by trees when chopped down with an axe. These eggs are part of the wood you get after cutting trees. |
Pro Tip: Sky and Water eggs can be obtained continuously through balloon shooting and fishing, while other types (such as Earth or Stone eggs) can be gathered in limited amounts each day. The eggs reset daily, so you can collect them each day during the event.
You can also visit Mystery Islands using Nook Miles Tickets to find more of each egg type, especially the rarer eggs like Sky and Water. This is a great way to maximize your egg collection during the event!
The main reward from collecting eggs is the ability to craft a variety of exclusive Bunny Day items, including furniture, decorations, and festive outfits. These items are only available during Bunny Day, so make sure you gather enough eggs to craft as many as possible.
To craft Bunny Day items, you'll need to unlock DIY recipes. These recipes can be obtained by:
Shooting down balloons with your slingshot, which often contain Bunny Day DIY recipes.
Finding message bottles washed up on the beach, which will occasionally contain Bunny Day recipes.
Talking to villagers during the event, who may also share Bunny Day recipes.
Collecting eggs: As you gather specific egg types, you may unlock special crafting recipes for themed items.
Once you've unlocked recipes, use a DIY workbench to craft a variety of Bunny Day items, such as:
Bunny Day Furniture: Including Bunny Day Bed, Bunny Day Arch, Bunny Day Planter, Bunny Day Topiary, and Bunny Day Wreath.
Bunny Day Clothing: Crafted outfits such as Bunny Day Dress, Bunny Day Shoes, Bunny Day Hat, and more.
Bunny Day Decorations: Items like Bunny Day Lights, Bunny Day Flag, and Bunny Day Tree that can add a festive touch to your island.
In addition to crafting your Bunny Day items, you can also purchase exclusive Bunny Day items from Nook's Cranny during the event. Timmy and Tommy will offer a variety of Easter-themed items for sale, adding more festive decoration options for your island.
Here are some special Bunny Day items you can buy at Nook's Cranny in 2026:
Bunny Day Garden Flag: A colorful flag adorned with Easter egg patterns that's perfect for adding a spring touch to your island's entrance or garden.
Bunny Day Planter Box: A charming planter box filled with vibrant Bunny Day eggs. A delightful addition to your outdoor spaces, perfect for a fresh, festive look.
Bunny Day Candy: A sweet treat that looks good enough to eat! Decorate your island or home with these whimsical Bunny Day candies, which bring a festive, sugary vibe.
Bunny Day Topiary: A cute topiary shaped like a bunny, complete with colorful eggs at the base. It's a perfect addition to your outdoor garden, especially for Easter-themed landscaping.
Bunny Day Tree: A pastel-colored tree with hanging Bunny Day eggs. This item adds a beautiful, decorative touch to your island, with its festive egg ornaments.
These Nook's Cranny Bunny Day items are only available during the event, so make sure to check in daily and purchase them to add a burst of Easter cheer to your home or island!
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By gathering enough eggs and completing certain activities, players can unlock several special Bunny Day rewards. Here are some of the exclusive items you can obtain during the event:
Bunny Day Basket: Trade Zipper one of each egg type to receive this special item, which can be displayed in your home or on your island.
Bunny Day Furniture: Unique items, including Bunny Day Arch and Bunny Day Bed all available for crafting with eggs.
Bunny Day Outfits: Special clothing, including the Bunny Day Dress and Bunny Day Shoes, which can be crafted with specific eggs.
Bunny Day Wand: A special wand that players can use to transform into different Bunny Day outfits and decorate their island with Easter-themed items.
Wobbling Zipper Toy: Zipper's special toy can be unlocked by completing all the Bunny Day activities.
These items are all limited-time rewards that can only be obtained during the event. So, be sure to gather as many eggs as you can before the event ends on April 5, 2026!
Bunny Day in Animal Crossing: New Horizons is one of the most exciting seasonal events of the year. The event offers a variety of activities, from the egg hunt to crafting special Bunny Day items and interacting with Zipper T. Bunny. Whether you're looking to decorate your island with Easter-themed furniture or just enjoy the festive atmosphere, Bunny Day has something for everyone.
Be sure to mark your calendars for March 29 - April 5, 2026, and get ready to celebrate Easter in true Animal Crossing style! And remember, you can visit Mystery Islands, talk to villagers, and gather eggs daily to maximize your egg collection before Bunny Day on April 5, 2026.