Families, couples, and groups of friends gathered at Port Moresby Nature Park over the Easter weekend for a joyful and educational experience during the Easter Family Fun Day held on Saturday 19th and Sunday 20th April 2025.
With a lively schedule from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, the event combined games, wildlife encounters, and community bonding, making it a standout celebration on the city’s calendar.
Although the program was set to start at 9:00 am, but things kicked off closer to 10:00 am as the organizers waited for more families to arrive.
Master of Ceremony Michael Evoa, Marketing Officer at the Nature Park, welcomed the crowd and got the event started with a cheerful vibe and a few reminders before diving into the Easter weekend activities.
The three-legged race kicked off the excitement that sparked joy among the children.
This was followed by a wildlife encounter, where guests met Ella the Cuscus and Foisty the Green Tree Python.
Wildlife keepers gave a passionate talk about the importance of protecting these animals, reminding everyone that they are becoming endangered and should not be consumed.
Entertainment continued with Musical Chairs, led by media partner Legend FM, where both kids and adults took part.
Merlene, Legend FM breakfast radio personality, kept the energy buzzing as participants danced to the beat, hoping not to be left standing when the music stopped.
Throughout the park, a dedicated coloring booth allowed kids to get creative with Easter-themed pictures.
Park staff explained the coloring competition would be judged, with the winner announced on Easter Monday and awarded a special prize from the Nature Park Café.
One of the highlights of the day was the Scavenger Hunt held after lunch.
Twelve children were selected to search for hidden Easter eggs and later decorate them.
The crowd voted on the best design, and the lucky girl who found the first egg also walked away with the prize for the most attractively painted egg.
Adding to the family-friendly atmosphere, children enjoyed bouncing in the inflatable castle, set up and powered by Total Events Company, while music kept the whole area feeling festive.
Major sponsor BNG Trading Company played a big role in bringing the event to life.
They supported photo booths, booty bags filled with goodies, and free product sampling, including noodles and Lay Biscuits, which kids were especially excited about.
Other key sponsors included Legend FM as the official media partner, Paradise Foods, and Labels & Cans Company, who offered in-kind support by setting up and handing out goodies on Saturday, the busiest day of the event.
While the program on both days remained the same, Saturday saw more sponsor engagement with booths and setups, while Sunday offered a slightly more relaxed vibe with families simply enjoying the park, the games, and each other.
As the day ended, families left with smiles, stories, and stronger connections to nature and each other — exactly what the Nature Park hopes to inspire.