It’s Easter weekend, Brampton! We have some super fun, seasonal activities lined up, including a huge Easter balloon installation right downtown at City Hall. If you’re ready for a road trip, there are tons of maple syrup experiences and farm activities happening nearby too. Here are the top picks for Saturday, April 4th, and Sunday, April 5th, 2026.
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Eggstravaganza in Downtown Brampton
Brampton City Hall
Free entry to the City Hall Easter balloon wonderland on Saturday.
Easter HopFest
Assembly Park, Vaughan
An indoor/outdoor festival with rides and games running all weekend.
Eggstravaganza 2026
Brampton City Hall
The Easter balloon installation downtown Saturday is visually stimulating and easy for all ages.
· April 4
9EGGSTRAVAGANZA 2026 : Head downtown to the City Hall atrium for a fun Easter experience! They are setting up a huge, elaborate balloon installation that will look amazing for photos and springtime fun. This seems like the key Brampton event for Saturday.It's the only dedicated Brampton event listed for Saturday, featuring a big Easter balloon installation right in the city centre.
EGGSTRAVAGANZA IN DOWNTOWN BRAMPTONFREE : This is likely the same event as above, but noted as free admission, which is a big win for families! Expect the same Easter wonderland and balloon backdrop at the City Hall atrium.It confirms that the main Brampton Easter event is totally free, which is great for a budget-conscious weekend.
ONTARIO MAPLE WEEKEND : This is a province-wide celebration where local maple producers open their sugar bushes to the public for two days. You can find everything from pancake breakfasts to tapping demonstrations nearby.It covers both Saturday and Sunday and provides a great, seasonal, family-friendly outing close to home, celebrating Canadian spring.
EASTER BUNNY PHOTOS : Peter Rabbit is visiting the Dixie Outlet Mall on Saturday for self-serve photos. This is a quick, easy stop if you need to grab a picture with the Bunny without a huge commitment.It's a quick, focused activity for younger kids on Saturday afternoon in the immediate suburbs.
HANDS-ON WINTER SCIENCE WORKSHOP : A fun two-hour session for kids interested in science, where they get to do experiments and take home a STEM kit. Great indoor activity for Saturday morning.It's a focused, engaging educational activity available early Saturday for school-aged kids.
MAPLE SYRUP FESTIVAL AT KORTRIGHT : Enjoy demonstrations and activities focused on maple syrup production at the Kortright Centre, a nice nature outing for Saturday morning.It features special family-fun activities on weekends, making Saturday a prime time to visit this conservation area.
FREE POKÉMON SCHOOL FOR KIDS! : If your kids are into trading card games, this session at a local Brampton collectibles shop starts Saturday morning. Even if it’s a paid class, it’s localized and focused on a popular hobby.It's a hyper-local, hobby-specific event happening right in Brampton on Saturday morning.
KIDS EASTER CUPCAKE DECORATING - APRIL 4,2026 : A fun Saturday afternoon activity where kids can get creative (and messy!) decorating Easter-themed cupcakes. It’s located just outside the immediate Brampton area.Specific date and time slot for a hands-on, creative Easter activity.
THE ART OF THE BRICK TORONTO : See incredible sculptures made from over a million LEGO bricks! This is a fantastic, hands-on feeling exhibit that appeals to kids who love building, running Saturday.LEGO art is always a huge draw for kids of all ages, making this a safe bet for Saturday fun.
· April 5
10EASTER ON THE FARM : A fun-filled day out at Andrews Farm that promises activities for everyone in the family. Since it’s the last day of this event on Sunday, it’s a perfect Easter Sunday activity.It runs right through Sunday, making it a fantastic choice for Easter Sunday when many other events may be closed or fully booked.
DOWNEY'S ANNUAL EASTERFEST : This is your last chance for Downey’s Easterfest on Sunday! It’s packed with crafts, baby animals, wagon rides, and an Easter egg scramble for the kids.It closes Sunday, making it a final chance to hit a classic farm experience this Easter weekend.
EASTER AT PINGLE'S FARM : Head over to Pingle's Farm on Sunday for a fun day celebrating spring and Easter. If you need an activity for Sunday that’s geared toward the whole family, this is a great option.Another excellent farm option wrapping up on Sunday, promising a fun day for all ages.
MAPLE TOWN : Visit Mountsberg Conservation Area to see how maple sugar has been made for over 150 years! They tap hundreds of sugar maples, offering an educational look at how syrup is made.It's a great educational, seasonal activity that runs all weekend, letting you see the maple magic in action.
ELLIOTT TREE FARM MAPLE SYRUP EXPERIENCE : This experience includes entry to the Maple Syrup Museum of Ontario AND all-you-can-eat pancakes with bacon and sausage. A hearty and fun outing that wraps up Sunday.The pancake breakfast component makes this a stand-out option for families looking for a big meal bundled with farm fun on Sunday.
EASTER SUNDAY FAMILY MAGIC WITH WONDERPHIL! : If you are in Mississauga near Brampton on Easter Sunday, The Rec Room is hosting WonderPhil for a magic show, plus face painting and a chance to meet the Easter Bunny.It offers specific Easter entertainment (magic show and bunny meet-and-greet) indoors near Brampton on Sunday.
EASTER HOPFEST : If the weather turns, head to Vaughan for this big Easter celebration featuring family rides, games, and activities that are likely indoors or covered.It's a large, dedicated Easter festival spanning the entire weekend, providing lots of variety if you want an all-day outing.
DINO PARK : Roaring animatronic dinosaurs, carnival rides, and games! This is a unique stop on Sunday, offering something a bit different from the usual Easter egg hunts.Dinosaurs appeal strongly to older kids (tweens/teens) who might be too old for simple egg hunts, and admission is cheap.
RIPLEY'S AQUARIUM PLANET JELLIES : If you are heading into the city on Sunday, the aquarium offers a fantastic immersive experience with 20,000 aquatic animals, perfect for avoiding spring showers.It’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser indoors with stunning visuals, good for any weather on Sunday.
MONET: THE IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCE : Experience Monet’s art come alive in a massive 360º digital exhibit. This is a beautiful, cultured indoor option for Sunday afternoon if your kids appreciate art or big visuals.It's a high-quality, large-scale immersive art experience that runs the whole weekend.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Brampton this weekend?
The best free option in Brampton is the Eggstravaganza in Downtown Brampton on Saturday, April 4th, which takes place inside the City Hall atrium.
Are there any Easter-specific farm events nearby on Sunday?
Yes! Downey's Annual Easterfest, Easter On The Farm at Andrews Farm, and Easter at Pingle's Farm all run through Sunday, April 5th, featuring egg hunts and animals.
What can we do on Saturday if we want to avoid the Easter crowds?
For something different, try the Hands-On Winter Science Workshop in Mississauga (11 AM - 1 PM) or check out The Art of the Brick Toronto exhibition featuring LEGO sculptures.
