This year’s Bunny Bash was egg-stra special!
San Diego families came together for a day full of Easter magic—egg hunts, Bunny photos, hands-on giving, and nonstop fun around every corner.
Whether you came for the bunnies, the raffle, the reptiles, or the brews, we hope your hearts (and baskets) went home full. Here’s a look back at all the hoppenings!
Easter Basket Donation Drive + Assembly
A huge thank you to everyone who donated and helped make Easter Baskets for Anvil of Hope. We donated 150+ Easter Baskets to children in the Anvil of Hope program.
Anvil of Hope
Anvil of Hope is one of our designated event non-profit partners for the year. Anvil of Hope is the non-profit brainchild of AleSmith Brewing Company’s owners, Peter and Vicky Zien, who are deeply committed to strengthening our community. The Anvil of Hope vision is to break the cycle of poverty to ensure that EVERYONE has the opportunity to thrive and prosper. We provide mentoring/training/youth enrichment programs to at-risk school children with the goal of keeping them safely engaged in school while developing a desire to pursue education/training beyond high school.
A special thanks to our presenting sponsor Children’s Primary Care Medical Group (CPCMG). Find the best primary pediatric healthcare close to home with the region’s only health network focused solely on children, their health and well-being!
AleSmith Brewing Company
Photographers
Photos with the Easter Bunny
Sara Kovacs, Baby Bean Portraits
Sara Kovacs is a San Diego-based photographer, artist, and self-proclaimed baby whisperer specializing in newborn, baby, and maternity portraiture. Known for her use of playful color palettes and rich textiles, Sara creates imagery that feels both timeless and magical.
Her signature style blends soft, sweet moments with a hint of vintage charm, resulting in portraits that are effortlessly beautiful and full of personality. With over 15 years of experience working exclusively with babies, Sara has developed a trusted, calming approach that families love.
Her work has been recognized nationally and internationally, with features including the cover of PARENTS Magazine France, appearances on The Real Housewives of Orange County, and inclusion in the book Photographing Children Photo Workshop.
Follow on IG @babybeanportraits
Event Photography:
OSCAR DEGARZA
Photographer, director, and videographer based in San Diego, CA. Growing up, he always knew that he had an eye for photography that became a desire for perfecting the art of filmmaking and content creation. Growing up in the face of adversity has influenced his grungy, gritty, and dark style; He also focus on a clean minimalistic look that is pleasing to the eye.
@oscardegarza
Area Sponsors
The Food Allergy Institute: Redefining Life with Food Allergies
The Food Allergy Institute (FAI) is the nation’s leading center dedicated to transforming the future for children with food allergies. Our revolutionary Tolerance Induction Program™ (TIP) doesn’t just manage allergies—it provides a pathway to food freedom. With a 99% success rate, we empower families with the ultimate gift: the freedom to eat without fear.
Unlike traditional approaches, TIP™ is a personalized, data-driven treatment designed to safely and systematically retrain the immune system. Our cutting-edge methods allow children to overcome their allergies with unmatched safety—less than a 1% reaction rate.
At FAI, we believe every child deserves a life without limits. If food allergies have shaped your family’s daily routine, it’s time to discover a new path forward. CLICK HERE to learn more.
Better Buzz Coffee Company® is committed to providing consistent quality coffee beverages in a FUN atmosphere, with efficient & friendly customer service. We are dedicated to the freshest possible coffee by roasting and delivering coffee weekly to our stores and customers. Better Buzz Coffee® is certified by CCOF as an ORGANIC Coffee Roaster and strive to source Fair Trade and Rainforest Alliance coffees. We hope you share our passion for coffee and join us for a cup. Because LIFE’S BETTER BUZZED®
Fun Zone
Magic Jump Rentals
Magic Jump Rentals offers a large variety of jumpers, bouncers, combos, water slides, obstacle courses, slides, interactive inflatables, mechanical rides, rock walls, zip lines, euro bungees, photo booths, movie screens, carnival games, concession machines, and more! Magic Jump Rentals provides an easy and convenient method for online rental, all it takes is 3 easy steps to rent from us. Magic Jump Rentals thrives on its excellent customer service and timeliness so customers can enjoy their party without having to worry about their order.
Families Cuddled & Played with Real-Life Bunnies
with thanks to San Diego Face Paint & Wild Child Nature School
Wild Child is a play-based early childhood program where curiosity, creativity, and confidence grow. Our nurturing environment encourages children to explore, learn, and develop through hands-on experiences, imaginative play, and meaningful connections. With small groups and thoughtful guidance, we focus on the whole child, socially, emotionally, and academically. At Wild Child, childhood is celebrated and learning feels like an adventure. We have year round programs for Fall-Spring, as well as Summer Camp at Mission Bay.
San Diego Face Paint brings color, creativity, and excitement to every celebration. Specializing in professional face painting for parties, festivals, school events, and community gatherings, we transform smiles into works of art.
Mobile Reptile Zoo
EcoVivarium
A Magical Fairy Stopped by with thanks to The Story Book Character Company
The Storybook Character Company provide the highest quality character entertainment in San Diego and Southern California. Their singing princesses and other party characters are available for entertainment at children’s birthday parties, special events, school and church carnivals, company picnics, weddings, charity events, theatrical performances, and large corporate events.
Ms Gabby’s Face Paint
A mom, teacher, and entrepreneur working hard to be an example for my children and other strong women and mothers who are working hard to make it to the top!
Farm Fresh To You
Farm Fresh To You is a home delivery Farm-to-Table program that conveniently brings the season’s best mix of organic produce and specialty farm products to your door by growing and partnering with local farms and artisans. They’ve been growing sustainability since 1976 and delivering organic fruits and vegetables with an optional artisan market for over 30 years.
Sweet Silver Lining
We are a local home baking business specializing in cake bites; tasty cake mixed with frosting, rolled in chocolate and coated with cookie crumbs. Our cake bites make a great, no mess, hand held sweet addition to parties or any day you want to have a ‘guilt free’ snack. Loved by all ages and toddler approved.
Drawn2Art
Drawn2Art is devoted to teaching skill-based fundamentals. Students, ages 4 – 12, teens and adults, begin by using drawing mediums and then move onto painting. Students receive extensive instruction in the use of each painting medium, including color-mixing, painting techniques, and the proper use and care of materials. Simple step-by-step instruction avoids frustration, and makes learning enjoyable for all ages! Drawn2Art’s philosophy is “creativity follows mastery,” and that a strong foundation of artistic skills will enable students to eventually follow any artistic path they choose. In the same way that the great Masters became proficient in classical drawing and painting first, so do our students. Instruction, coupled with practice, will bring about an independent and confident artist
Karacataures
Karacatures is Kara Wald, artist and entertainer! I draw caricatures, cartoon, portraits and more on paper and digital media. I have been an artist for more than 30 years and work from San Diego, Los Angeles, and in-between!
Events by Susy {Cotton Candy}
Events by Susy is a mother/daughter entertainment business, they offer face painting, balloon twisting, airbrush and glitter tattoos and Braids. They love to bring joy to birthdays and events.
