Happy Easter weekend! Dublin is hopping with family fun this Saturday and Sunday (April 4th & 5th, 2026). Don't miss the Richmond Barracks Easter Fair for a free day out, or get cracking on the Easter Egg Hunts happening in Bray and EPIC Museum. We've got great theatre for the whole family too!
See our top picks
Richmond Barracks Easter Fair
Richmond Barracks
Free entry and creative workshops for all ages in Inchicore on Saturday.
The Chocolate Shop Has Lost Its Hop
dlr Mill Theatre
An indoor, interactive Easter-themed show running until Sunday.
Easter Egg Hunting - Family Event
Festina Lente, Bray
Crafts and an egg hunt with dedicated morning time slots.
· April 4
4: Head south to Bray for an Easter Egg Hunting Workshop filled with crafts, games, and a magical egg hunt. Slots run twice daily, so make sure you book your preferred time.This is a dedicated hands-on Easter event in a beautiful garden setting, perfect for younger kids.
: Explore Malahide Castle and Gardens on Saturday for a spellbinding adventure that mixes outdoor fun with theatrical magic. This is the last day to catch this experience.It offers outdoor exploration combined with drama, ideal for families who love a bit of magic.
RICHMOND BARRACKS EASTER FAIRFREE : Head to Inchicore on Saturday for a totally free Easter Fair celebrating spring renewal. They will have cultural workshops running for everyone throughout the day.It’s a fantastic, completely free community event happening right here in Dublin on Saturday.
FREE : If you have a little one, check out this free morning meet-up on Saturday. It’s a great chance to connect with other parents, but remember registration is essential.This is the best specific option for parents with infants this weekend, and it’s free.
· April 5
4: Catch this interactive Easter adventure at the dlr Mill Theatre on Sunday. The whole family can help Fiona the Fairy and Thomas Toffee rescue Hop the Bunny from the villainous Sirius Chocolayte.It’s a fun, interactive theatre experience perfect for families looking for indoor entertainment this Sunday.
EASTER FAMILY TOUR: SHERLOCK HOLMES AND THE CASE OF THE EPIC STORY-BREAK : Get the family involved in a Sherlock Holmes mystery challenge at EPIC Museum. This family tour runs all weekend, so Sunday is a great time to go solve the case.It combines museum learning with an interactive detective game, great for older kids.
: If you missed the other hunts, this one runs until Sunday. It’s an Easter hunt with a historical twist—perfect for curious families!It’s an alternative Easter hunt option running on Sunday.
WILLA WHITE: DEAD MAN TALKING : For families with older teens, Dublin comedian Willa White is debuting his brand new stand-up show on Sunday. It’s a chance to catch a major local comic at the Civic Theatre.It offers high-quality local comedy suitable for older teenagers who might be bored of egg hunts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Dublin this weekend?
The best free option this weekend is the Richmond Barracks Easter Fair on Saturday (April 04) from 11 am to 5 pm, which offers free admission and cultural workshops for all ages. Also, the Mam and Baby morning on Saturday is free, though registration is required.
Are there any Easter Egg Hunts happening on Sunday, April 5th?
Yes, the Easter Egg Hunting - Family Event at Festina Lente in Bray has slots available on Sunday. Additionally, the Sherlock Holmes Easter Family Tour at EPIC Museum runs all day Sunday.
Where can families do something different besides egg hunts?
Consider catching the interactive theatre show, The Chocolate Shop Has Lost Its Hop, at the dlr Mill Theatre, or check out the Wicked Easter Adventure mixing theatre and exploration at Malahide Castle on Saturday.
