Welcome to the Easter weekend in Cardiff! We've found plenty of egg-cellent activities happening on April 4th and 5th, 2026. Highlights include medieval fun at Raglan Castle, plenty of Easter egg trails across the region, and unique studio tours at the BBC.
See our top picks
Magical Easter Egg Trail
Mermaid Quay, Cardiff Bay
Free egg hunt running all weekend in the Bay.
Matilda Jr Performance
Richard Burton Theatre
An exciting theatrical performance happening Saturday.
Easter Experience at Meadows Wildlife Farm
Meadows Wildlife Farm
Structured trail, crafts, and bunny meeting for ages 3+.
· April 4
12: Head out to Chepstow Castle to see amazing flying displays featuring birds of prey. It’s a fantastic way to see ancient falconry traditions up close.It's a classic historical event running all weekend offering unique bird displays.
: Join the knights and squires for a proper medieval tournament weekend. Expect pageantry and excitement as they recreate 13th-century action.It's a full tournament experience running across both days of the weekend.
: Explore Wales' largest castle on a dragon egg trail, which is perfect for keeping kids engaged while you tour the grounds. They also have a face painter and storyteller available this Saturday and Sunday.Dragon eggs and activities at Wales' biggest castle make this a standout historical day out.
: Visit the fairytale castle for an eight-day scavenger hunt with a magical theme. This weekend also features a face painter and storyteller to enjoy.Castell Coch is right in Cardiff and the fairytale theme is great for younger audiences.
: The ranch is open for the season with a fun Golden Easter Egg Trail to follow. It sounds like a great day out exploring the grounds.It’s promoted as a fun day out following a specific Easter trail.
EASTER TRAIL AT LISVANE AND LLANISHEN RESERVOIRS : Pick up a map at reception and follow the trail to find hidden chicks and unscramble a secret code to win a treat. Perfect for a Saturday morning walk.It's a local Cardiff outdoor trail event running throughout the whole weekend.
MAGICAL EASTER EGG TRAILFREE : Head to the Bay to hunt for colourful Easter eggs hidden around Mermaid Quay. Unscramble the letters on the trail sheet to win an Easter word. Plus you can grab fudge!It's a completely free trail in a popular spot and runs both weekend days.
FREE EASTER EGG TRAILFREE : Hunt for 10 hidden Easter eggs in the windows of the Morgan and Royal Arcades. Collect stamps along the way to claim your free reward at the end—perfect for a rainy Saturday morning.It’s free, central, and involves exploring the lovely old arcades, only running Saturday this weekend.
FREE : Pop into the Senedd on Saturday for free craft activities where kids can design Easter eggs, make rosettes, or try weaving. It’s a great free, indoor activity in the Bay.It's a completely free, indoor, creative session happening Saturday in the Bay.
: Help Gwen the Goose find her lost eggs by following clues around the beautiful wetlands site. A great option for nature-loving families.It combines an Easter trail with exploring a nature reserve, running both days.
: This park trail is aimed perfectly at 3 to 9-year-olds, involving a quiz sheet where you draw patterns found on giant hidden eggs to win a prize.The age guidance (3-9) makes this a very specific and reliable choice for that group.
MATILDA JR PERFORMANCE : Catch a performance of Matilda The Musical JR by the local Stagecoach groups. It’s a brilliant chance to see some local young talent perform a classic Roald Dahl story.It's one of the few theatrical options available this Saturday in the city centre.
· April 5
1EASTER BONNET PARADE AND EGG HUNTFREE : This park has rotating themes daily, but Easter Sunday features a special bonnet parade and egg hunt! Entry to the park is free, making it a lovely, low-cost family outing.It's one of the few free entry events running this weekend, and Sunday has a specific Easter parade.
Also On· anytime this weekend
1: This is a structured Easter offering for kids aged 3 and up, including a trail with a chocolate prize, crafts, and meeting the Easter Bunny. It's a great immersive farm experience.Specific structured activities focused on children 3+ makes it very reliable for that age group.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Cardiff this weekend?
There are several free options for Saturday and Sunday! Try the Magical Easter Egg Trail at Mermaid Quay, the FREE Creative Craft sessions at The Senedd (Saturday only), or the FREE Easter Egg Trail in the Morgan Quarter (Saturday only).
Are there any medieval history events running this weekend?
Yes! You can choose between Medieval Falconry at Chepstow Castle (Sat & Sun) or the Medieval Easter Tournament at Raglan Castle (Sat & Sun) for some historical excitement.
Where can we go for an Easter Egg Hunt on Sunday, April 5th?
You can join the Easter Bonnet Parade and Egg Hunt at Gnoll Country Park (free entry) or continue the fun at Dyffryn Gardens or Tredegar House where their trails are running.
