Get ready for an exciting Easter weekend in Accra! We have a mix of special needs celebrations, Easter services, and creative workshops happening on Saturday, April 4th, and Sunday, April 5th, 2026.
See our top picks
SENshine Fest Ghana
Nature's Sprout Academy
A free, inclusive festival dedicated to play and learning for children with Special Needs.
BALLET
@Jamboree
Catch Saturday ballet sessions for kids aged 3-10 at Jamboree.
PATTISERIE WORKSHOP
Green & Chocolate Ghana Ltd
Baking and pastry fun starting bright and early Saturday for ages 4-12.
· April 4
7FREE : This is a beautiful festival focused on letting children with Special Needs shine through play. Parents and carers can also benefit from expert advice sessions during the day. It’s a day for inclusive fun, learning, and community growth.It's a dedicated, welcoming, and free event specifically designed for inclusion, happening Saturday afternoon.
: Spend your Saturday afternoon learning a traditional skill by participating in a black soap making workshop. This is a hands-on activity perfect for older children or teens looking for an authentic Ghanaian experience.It offers a unique cultural and practical activity during the peak afternoon hours on Saturday.
ART & CRAFTS : Bring your younger kids for an early Saturday morning of creativity with this art and crafts session. It’s split into sessions for younger and older primary school aged children.A dedicated Saturday morning class structure that clearly targets younger kids (3-10).
: If your child loves dance, catch a ballet class session at Jamboree on Saturday afternoon. There are multiple time slots available for different skill levels within the 3-10 age bracket.Multiple time slots on Saturday afternoon make it easy to fit into a busy family schedule.
COOKING CLASS : A fun, hands-on cooking class specifically for kids aged 5 to 8 years old, running Saturday afternoon. This is a great way for them to learn kitchen skills in a supervised setting.Specific targeting of the 5-8 age group makes this an ideal activity for early primary school kids on Saturday.
PATTISERIE WORKSHOP : Start your Saturday morning early by learning how to make beautiful pastries! This workshop is open to children aged 4 to 12 and runs multiple sessions.The earliest starting time on Saturday (9 AM) makes it a great family kickoff event for the weekend.
GOOD NEWS CLUB : A structured hour of activities and lessons for children aged 3 to 10 on Saturday morning at Jamboree. A good option for community engagement.A clearly defined morning session for the 3-10 age range on Saturday.
· April 5
1FREE : Attend the Easter service which includes a confirmation ceremony at the Ridge Church. Everyone is warmly welcome, regardless of denomination. They are hosting an Easter buffet afterwards.A key Easter Sunday event available for families who wish to observe the holiday on Sunday morning.
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5: Get crafty late Saturday afternoon at the Accra Art District with this candle making workshop. You get to learn a fun skill and likely take home a lovely homemade souvenir.It's a perfect mid-afternoon activity for families with slightly older children interested in crafts on Saturday.
FREE : Enjoy a lovely Sunday morning and afternoon browsing the Green Butterfly Market at the Department of Parks & Gardens. This recurring market is a great place to explore local goods and enjoy the open outdoor space.This is one of the few recurring market events explicitly dated for Sunday that is explicitly listed as free.
: Get the kids moving late Saturday afternoon with a gymnastics session at Jamboree. This class covers ages 3 through 10.Late Saturday afternoon slot for physical activity, perfect for burning off energy before dinner.
: Pippa's Centre has a full day of Ballet and Jazz classes running on Saturday, catering to kids aged 3 right up to teens. Check their schedule for the perfect slot for your dancer.Offers the widest age range (3-16) covered in a single dance listing for Saturday.
: Vivie's factory hosts dance classes all day Saturday, great for kids and teens interested in different dance styles. Since age groups vary, you'll need to check their specific timetable.Extensive Saturday schedule ensures there's likely a class slot available for older kids and teens in dance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Accra this weekend?
This weekend (Apr 04-05) the best free option is the SENshine Fest Ghana on Saturday. Additionally, the GREEN BUTTERFLY MARKET is free on Sunday at the Dep. of Parks & Gardens.
Are there any good activities planned for Sunday, April 5th?
Sunday features the Easter service with confirmation and buffet at Ridge Church at 10:30 AM, and the family-friendly GREEN BUTTERFLY MARKET is open from 10 AM to 5 PM in Cantonments.
What creative workshops are available on Saturday, April 4th?
Saturday offers a Black Soap Making Workshop at Cahaya Lounge (2 PM) and a CANDLE MAKING WORKSHOP at the Accra Art District (4 PM), perfect for hands-on fun.
