Easter in Cape May
Victorian elegance meets spring celebration
Easter Weekend at a Glance
Sunday
April 5, 2026
11 AM
Brunch Seatings
Elegant
Dress Code
600+
Victorian Homes
Why Cape May for Easter?
Cape May brings Victorian elegance to Easter celebrations. Congress Hall's legendary Easter brunch is a destination in itself, featuring an elaborate buffet and festive atmosphere in America's oldest seaside resort.
Spring arrives beautifully in Cape May. The gardens of the historic estates begin to bloom, the streets are less crowded than summer, and the town's charm is on full display.
For those seeking a refined Easter experience, Cape May delivers. Dress up for brunch, stroll past painted ladies, and enjoy the slower pace of early spring at the shore.
💕 Sample Romantic Weekend
Sunrise Beach
Beach sunrise or attend a sunrise service at one of Cape May's historic churches.
Congress Hall Brunch
The legendary Easter brunch. Reserve months in advance!
Victorian Stroll
Walk past the painted ladies and enjoy spring flowers in the gardens.
Sunset at Cape May Point
End the day watching sunset from Cape May Point or Sunset Beach.
Romantic Restaurants
Reserve 2-3 weeks early for easter weekend. Many offer special prix-fixe menus.
Congress Hall
$$$$American
THE Easter brunch destination, reserve early
Washington Inn
$$$Fine Dining
Elegant Easter dinner option
Peter Shields Inn
$$$$Fine Dining
Ocean views, romantic setting
The Ebbitt Room
$$$American
Virginia Hotel's elegant restaurant
The Lobster House
$$Seafood
Waterfront classic
The Mad Batter
$$Breakfast
Victorian B&B breakfast
Romantic B&Bs & Hotels
Cape May's accommodations offer the perfect romantic retreat. Many offer special packages.
Congress Hall
Easter headquarters
Historic elegance, brunch on-site, pool
Virginia Hotel
Boutique luxury
Ebbitt Room restaurant, intimate setting
Southern Mansion
B&B charm
Victorian elegance, full breakfast
Queen Victoria
Classic B&B
Period furnishings, afternoon tea
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easter Weekend Tips
Brunch Tips
- • Reserve Congress Hall 2+ months ahead
- • Expect to dress up
- • Prices typically $75+ per person
- • Multiple seating times available
Lodging Tips
- • Book early - Easter fills fast
- • Many B&Bs have 2-night minimums
- • Congress Hall is walkable to everything
Weather Tips
- • Spring weather variable
- • Bring layers and light jackets
- • Gardens begin blooming in April
- • Still too cold for swimming
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Plan Your Cape May Easter
Victorian elegance awaits for your Easter celebration.