Egg Hunts, Crafts & Colorful Finds: Our Easter Edit with Anko

A guide to making Easter special — without the splurge.

Easter is one of those holidays where the magic really is in the little things — a well-hidden egg, a messy craft project with paint on everyone's hands, the squeal when a kid finds the last basket. This year, Anko is making it easier than ever to lean into all of it.

The Australian home and lifestyle brand has landed in Metro Manila with a cheerful Easter collection and, better yet, free kids' activities running across their stores through April. Here's everything you need to know to make the most of it.

Free Weekend Activities (Yes, Actually Free)

Every weekend in March, Anko stores at Glorietta, Alabang Town Center, TriNoma, Ayala Malls Manila Bay, and Ayala Malls Feliz are hosting Easter Arts and Crafts sessions from 2 to 5 p.m. Bring the kids, let them make something they're proud of, and snap a photo of their finished artwork for a chance to score an Easter goodie bag.

Can't make it in person? Downloadable coloring sheets are also available on Anko's website — perfect for keeping little hands busy on a quiet Sunday afternoon at home.

And if you can swing it on Easter weekend itself (April 4 and 5), head to the Glorietta Activity Center for a free Easter Face Painting Activity. It's the kind of simple, joyful experience that kids talk about for weeks. Register in advance through the Anko App or at anko.com/anko-club.

The Easter Collection: What Caught Our Eye

Anko's Easter haul has that satisfying mix of cute, practical, and genuinely good value. Here are the standouts:

Assorted Easter Wind Ups (₱90), Assorted Easter Plush Toys (₱240), Easter Fidget Egg (₱240) — Anko

For the build-up before the hunt: the Assorted Easter Wind Ups (₱90) are a low-key hit for restless hands on the drive over, while the Assorted Easter Plush Toys (₱240) and Easter Fidget Egg (₱240) are sweet little extras to tuck into a basket or hand out as prizes.

Gold Look Hunt Eggs (₱90), Novelty Hunt Eggs (₱90), Easter Hunt Gift Bag (₱90), Chick Hunt Eggs (₱150), Easter Loot Bags (₱130), Egg Hunt Grabber (₱150) — Anko

For the hunt itself: the Gold Look Hunt Eggs, Novelty Hunt Eggs (both ₱90), and Chick Hunt Eggs (₱150) come in styles that are genuinely fun to hide — and find. Round things out with Easter Bunny Loot Bags (₱130) and Easter Hunt Gift Bags (₱90) for easy treat storage. The Egg Hunt Grabber (₱150) is worth grabbing for older kids; it's a claw-style scoop that adds a surprisingly entertaining level of challenge.

Easter Craft Your Own Eggs (₱150), Easter Paint Your Own Mug (₱150), The Easter Activity Book (₱240) — Anko

For the craft lovers: the Easter Craft Your Own Eggs and Paint Your Own Mug (both ₱150) are exactly the kind of screen-free activity that makes for a genuinely nice afternoon. The Easter Activity Book (₱240) is a solid pick for kids who like to have something to work through at their own pace.

Where to Shop

The Easter collection is available for a limited time at Anko in Glorietta 2, TriNoma, Alabang Town Center, Ayala Malls Manila Bay, and Ayala Malls Feliz. Follow @anko_philippines on Instagram and TikTok for restocks, activity updates, and seasonal inspiration.