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Candy- and Clutter-Free Easter Baskets? It Really Is Possible!

Think out of the basket with these fun ideas for all ages

By Macaroni KID March 18, 2024

A tisket, a tasket, whatcha gonna put in that Easter basket? Tired of more toys they don't need and you don't want cluttering up your house? Hoping for less sugar-induced craziness this holiday? Just want to mix it up? We've got some ideas for less traditional, but totally fun treats you'll want to pass along to the bunny.  


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Egg-stra Special Experiences
92% of our audience told us would prefer to give and receive tickets for experiences rather than a physical gift. And we agree. Tickets to an event make fun family memories without the mess. That's a win-win. Here are three ideas to stuff those baskets:

  • Sports fans will hop with excitement when they crack open tickets for a game featuring their favorite team. We've got them all at serious discounts. Check them out:

โšพ๏ธ Major League Baseball 

โšฝ๏ธ Major League Soccer

๐Ÿ€ NBA

๐Ÿ’ NHL

๐ŸŽพ Pro tennis tournaments



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Excite them with Education
Think out of the box (or basket) this year and gift them enrollment in unique classes or camps. Spring is all about starting fresh and new beginnings. Why not let them try a new hobby or interest?

  • Coding is cool and STEM is swell. Boost their in-demand skills with classes like these one-on-one AI, coding and STEM classes (all at 25% off with promo code MACARONIKID20)
  • Score major points with enrollment in sports camps like this basketball camp (and get $35 off).


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Thrill them with Travel
Spring and summer are perfect travel seasons. Gift the family a special trip this holiday. You get a vacay and fill the Easter basket – it's a two-fer. 

๐Ÿฐ Who wouldn't love a trip to Disney? It'll feel extra magical with discounts to parks like Disneyland, Walt Disney World and Walt Disney World Water Parks.

๐Ÿ’ผ Weekend getaway? Yes, please. Give the kids the thrill of a mystery vacation with clues revealed in their Easter eggs. Snag discounted hotel rooms, complete with pool and breakfast buffet. Vacationing has never been easier.



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Wow their Wardrobe
Everybody loves a fresh fit now and then, so put some new duds in their holiday haul. They need new clothes, and you need Easter gifts. Multitasking for the win.

๐Ÿ‘— Warm weather is on the way. Restock their closets with a Summer Fashion Bundle from Dopple. Use code 50offcert to save 50%.

๐Ÿ‘š Creative kids will love the blank apparel options at Clothing Shop Online. Perfect for summer DIY craft projects like tie-dye or matching family outfits. Use promo code MACKIDAFF10 for 10% savings sitewide.





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