3. White House Easter Egg Roll
#3 Holiday Event
Pulled together in a last-minute scramble compared to the planning process of previous administrations, the 139th occurrence of this event saw a 20,000 person attendance dip, to a total of 21,000 guests. Unlike last year’s version—where entertainers Beyoncé and Jay-Z joined President Obama for his final outing—this year’s version was celebrity-free, save for Sesame Street’s Elmo and administration members. First Lady Melania Trump focused on historical elements of the hunt with egg dying, an art wall, a cookie-decorating area, a thank-you note section for children to write notes to troops and veterans, a reading nook, and military bands, according to CNN. Entertainment also was provided by boy band Bro4 and the Martin Family Circus. Next: April 2, 2018
Photo:Â Joyce N. Boghosian