What is the White House Easter Egg Roll?
The White House Easter Egg Roll dates back to the 1870s, during Rutherford B. Hayes’s administration, when a group of children showed up to the White House hoping to use the lawn for an egg roll on Easter Monday, which Hayes agreed to.
Since then, the egg roll event has grown more elaborate with a designated area for activities and games on the South Lawn, a visit from the Easter Bunny and more.
This year, President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump are hosting the egg roll with a more patriotic twist in recognition of the United States’ upcoming 250th anniversary.
The U.S. Marine, Army, Navy and Air Force bands will play. People will be able to write cards to American troops. Children can participate in a lunar exploration experience, courtesy of NASA and more.
Ariana Baio6 April 2026 13:55
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Welcome to The Independent’s live blog coverage of the Trump administration today.
President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump will host the White House Easter Egg Roll at 10 a.m. on the South Lawn.
The president will later hold a press conference alongside military officials around 1 p.m.
Ariana Baio6 April 2026 13:50
