Get ready for an Easter weekend packed with fun in Darwin! We've found a great Family Easter Brunch on Saturday and a special Easter Egg Hunt for older kids on Sunday. Plus, there are free swimming and craft sessions happening across the region.
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LITTLE ARTISTS kids painting workshops (free event) @ Parap Markets
Parap Village Markets
Free creative painting session running early Saturday morning.
Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory
The Gardens
Free entry and has a dedicated Discovery Centre for kids.
Family Easter Brunch
Oaks Elan Darwin Hotel
Features the Easter Bunny, magic, and crafts on Saturday morning.
· April 4
7: Celebrate the holiday with a joyful family brunch featuring an Easter Bunny Meet & Greet, magic tricks, and arts and crafts. The main brunch service runs from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm.This is the biggest Easter-themed family event explicitly listed for Saturday, perfect for younger children.
FREE : Head over to Tennant Creek Pool for a free multi-activity water event running late into the afternoon.It's a free outdoor water activity scheduled for Saturday, providing great value.
FREE : A free afternoon activity where older kids can create their own Easter baskets and wind chimes.This offers a free, constructive craft session specifically for the mid-teen age group often overlooked by general family events.
BOXING, DJ WORKSHOP, BALL GAME AND DISCO NIGHTFREE : A dynamic evening session in Binjari featuring boxing, a DJ workshop, ball games, and a disco. This runs late, perfect for keeping teens engaged.It's a unique, multi-activity free event running until 9 PM on Saturday, heavily focused on older youth engagement.
LITTLE ARTISTS KIDS PAINTING WORKSHOPS (FREE EVENT) @ PARAP MARKETSFREE : There is a free kids' painting session running early Saturday morning right where the Parap Markets are held.It's a free creative session bundled with one of Darwin's weekend traditions—the markets.
: If you are making a weekend trip out of the long weekend, this hotel is hosting a week of family activities and cultural workshops starting Saturday.It's the start of a full week of family-focused Easter activities outside the city.
EASTER AT COOINDA LODGE : This lodge is also hosting a week of family-friendly events starting Saturday, including cultural workshops.Another regional Easter option starting Saturday, focusing on family fun and culture.
· April 5
3FREE : A free Easter Egg Hunt hosted at the Palmerston Youth Centre on Sunday morning. Note the age restriction for this one.It's a specific Easter Sunday activity, even though it's aimed at older youth (10-17), which is rare for egg hunts.
FREE : Enjoy a free Easter Lunch Party with multiple activities at the Tennant Creek Pool on Sunday afternoon.A free, post-Easter activity running Sunday afternoon in a regional centre.
FREE : This Sunday afternoon features competitive games including basketball, handball, and pool competitions for older youth.Offers free, structured sports competition for teens on Sunday afternoon.
Also On· anytime this weekend
5: The Aqua Park is running this weekend! Book online and use the code 'savvykids' at checkout to get 20% off your booking.It's a major, fun, limited-run attraction confirmed to be running this weekend during the school holiday period.
: If you're heading to the Parap Markets on Saturday morning, check out this dedicated kids' painting school session.It's a dedicated kids' activity happening right at the popular Parap Markets on Saturday morning.
FREE : A fantastic, free option for a low-key Saturday outing. Check out the Discovery Centre specifically designed for kids.It's a reliable, indoor, free activity perfect for any weather this weekend.
: See the fish being fed at Doctors Gully. They are also advertising a special offer for a free child's admission with a paying adult if you use the Territory Savvy Kids magazine ad.A classic Darwin family activity confirmed to be running during the school holidays, potentially with a discount.
: If the weather is good, head to East Point for water play at Lake Alexander, listed in the holiday guide as a key location.It's a known swimming/water play spot listed specifically in the holiday guide for this period.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Darwin this weekend?
This weekend (Apr 04-05) there are several free options, including the free Easter Egg Hunt (ages 10-17) on Sunday, the free Swimming Water Plays on Saturday in Tennant Creek, and free Easter Craft sessions on Saturday afternoon.
Are there any Easter-specific events for families on Saturday?
Yes, the main event is the Family Easter Brunch at the Oaks Elan Darwin Hotel on Saturday, April 4th, featuring the Easter Bunny and entertainment.
What activities are available for older kids (10+)?
For older kids, check out the Easter Craft session (10-17) on Saturday, the Easter Egg Hunt (10-17) on Sunday, or the Tri - Games competition on Sunday afternoon, all at the Palmerston Youth Centre.
