Gloucester Kids Events This Weekend April 4th - April 5th 2026

April 4th - April 5th 2026United KingdomLast updated: Recently

It's the Easter weekend and Gloucester is buzzing! We have fun fairs running at the Park, a chance to see a live show, and plenty of historical exploration lined up. If you're looking for something fun on Saturday or Sunday, April 4th or 5th, we have 11 great family picks for you.

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· April 4

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: The Easter Fun Park is on at Gloucester Park for the whole weekend, promising fairground fun and carnival vibes. Perfect for a whole family outing.It's explicitly listed for both Saturday and Sunday at the main city park.

📍Gloucester Park, Gloucester Park· 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM · All Ages · Not mentioned

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Easter Fun Park Gloucester 2026

The Easter Fun Park is an event featuring rides, a Fun House, and family entertainment taking place in Gloucester Park.

WhenFri 3rd April 2026 - Sun 12th April 2026, with sessions available from 11:00AM - 3:00PM and 4:00PM - 8:00PM daily
WhereEaster Fun Park @ Gloucester Park, Southgate St, The Docks, Gloucester GL1 2DB
PriceEntrance Fee of £11.99, which includes a wristband for up to 4 hours of unlimited riding; excludes Food, Drinks, Simulators, and Games Stalls.
BookingRequired — book in advance

: Get creative with LEGO at the Museum of Gloucester! This session is themed around knights, dragons, and castles, making it perfect for imaginative kids.It's a specific, indoor activity happening only on Saturday.

📍Museum of Gloucester, Gloucester City Centre· Not mentioned · All Ages · Not mentioned

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Brick Builders Club: Dragons and Castles

Families can enter a world of knights, dragons, and magical castles in this relaxed, self-directed LEGO session where they can build at their own pace or follow fun themed prompts.

WhenSaturday 4 April 2026 10am-11am
WhereMuseum of Gloucester, Brunswick Road, Gloucester, GL1 1HP
Price£5 per child - parents go free!
BookingRequired — book in advance

: Catch the final day of Disney's The Little Mermaid JR! This production by Ambitions Theatre promises unforgettable songs and magical ocean characters.This is the last performance date (Saturday, April 4th) for this musical.

📍The Kings Theatre, Gloucester City Centre· Not mentioned · All Ages · Not mentioned

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The Little Mermaid Jr

Dive under the sea for a magical adventure! This fun-filled, heart-warming musical, based on the beloved Disney classic, follows Ariel, a curious young mermaid, and is perfect for audiences of all ages.

WhenFri 3 Apr 2026, 2:30PM; Fri 3 Apr 2026, 7:00PM; Sat 4 Apr 2026, 1:00PM; Sat 4 Apr 2026, 5:30PM
WhereKings Theatre Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 1QX
PriceCost/range not specified, discounts not mentioned
BookingRequired — book in advance

: Head out to Apperley Village for their dedicated Easter Trail this Saturday. Great for a quick morning adventure.Specific village trail confirmed for Saturday.

📍Apperley Village, Apperley (near Gloucester)· Not mentioned · All Ages · Not mentioned

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Apperley Village Easter Trail

This is an Easter trail where families follow a map to find missing letters left by an Easter chick around the village, with a chance to win a chocolate hamper.

WhenSaturday 4th April 2026, 2 - 4pm
WhereApperley Village Hall, Sawpit Lane, Apperley GL19 4DP
PriceFree (maps returned by 3:45pm are entered into a draw; includes free crafts)

: Travel just outside Gloucester to Berkeley Castle for their themed event about King Charles II at the races, running today and Sunday.It runs Saturday and Sunday, offering historical fun outside the city centre.

📍Berkeley Castle, Berkeley (near Gloucester)· Not mentioned · All Ages · Not mentioned

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King Charles II at the races

Families can go back to the 17th century to witness military parades, horse racing, and dancing with King Charles II, enjoying a weekend of living history.

WhenApril 4, 2026 @ 11:00 am - April 6, 2026 @ 4:30 pm
WhereBerkeley Castle, Canonbury Street, Berkeley, Gloucestershire GL13 9BN United Kingdom
PriceIncluded in the standard admission ticket
BookingRequired — book in advance

: This trail covers the whole weekend. Head to the Cotswold Country Park for a big Easter egg hunt adventure.This trail explicitly runs over the target weekend and offers outdoor fun.

📍Cotswold Country Park and Beach, Cirencester (near Gloucester)· Not mentioned · All Ages · Not mentioned

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The Great Eggscape Easter Trail at Cotswold Country Park and Beach

Families can help the Easter Bunny by finding his escaped eggs around the park using riddles and earning a chocolatey treat.

When3rd – 6th April
WhereCotswold Country Park and Beach, Spratsgate Lane, Shorncote, Cirencester GL7 6DF
Price£6 per child (accompanying adults do not need a ticket)
BookingRequired — book in advance

: The Cathedral is hosting an Easter trail that runs across multiple dates, covering this weekend. A great way to explore the stunning building with kids.It's a family activity within a major Gloucester landmark confirmed to be running this weekend.

📍Gloucester Cathedral, Gloucester City Centre· Not mentioned · All Ages · Not mentioned

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Easter Trail at Gloucester Cathedral

Families can set off on a fun adventure to explore the Cathedral and find hidden flowers, then use what they discover to design and draw their own Secret Easter Garden.

WhenSaturday 14 March - Sunday 12 April, Cathedral Opening Hours (Mon-Fri: 10am-5pm, Sat: 10am-4pm, Sun: 12 noon–2.30pm and 4pm-5pm)
WhereGloucester Cathedral, Nave (Address not fully specified, but location is Gloucester Cathedral)
PriceNo charge, however donations are always appreciated

· April 5

2

: The Haywain is running 'The Big Chocolate Cake Hunt' this Sunday for Easter. Sounds like a delicious way to spend part of your day!Specific activity confirmed only for Sunday.

📍The Haywain, Not specified· Not mentioned · All Ages · Not mentioned

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Easter at The Haywain

Bursts of fun await curious minds at The Haywain Quedgeley this Easter with a chocolate cake hunt and a Matilda-inspired party.

WhenSunday 5th April 2026 at 10am; Saturday 11th April 2026 at 12pm
WhereThe Haywain, Bristol Road, Gloucester
PriceThe Big Chocolate Cake Hunt is £5; price for Matilda's Easter Party is not specified
BookingRequired — book in advance

: Don't miss out on this combined Fun Day and Egg Hunt happening on Sunday. Location isn't specified, so you'll need to check the source link!Specific event confirmed only for Sunday.

📍Not specified, Gloucester area· Not mentioned · All Ages · Not mentioned

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Easter Fun Day and Egg Hunt

Don't miss out on this combined Fun Day and Egg Hunt happening on Sunday. Location isn't specified, so you'll need to check the source link!

WhenSunday 5th April 2026
WhereThe Speech House Hotel, Speech House Hotel, Coleford, Gloucestershire, GL16 7EL
PriceNot mentioned

Also On· anytime this weekend

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: A 3:15 PM workshop on Saturday for kids focusing on crystal and mindfulness techniques at the Folk of Gloucester.Specific time slot on Saturday afternoon at a known venue.

📍Folk of Gloucester, Gloucester City Centre🔄 Recurring· 3:15 PM · All Ages · Not mentioned

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Children's Crystal and Mindfullness Workshop

A fun learning experience where children can find out about the crystals associated with each Chakra and how they can help balance emotions.

WhenEvery Saturday from February 21, 2026 to April 25, 2026 (excluding March 28 and April 18), at 15:10 - 16:00
WhereThe Folk of Gloucester, Bishop Hooper's House, 99-101 Westgate Street, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 2PG
Price£5 per child
BookingRequired — book in advance

: The UK's biggest inflatable theme park is open daily this weekend! Grab an all-day wristband for £10 and bounce until 5 PM.It is confirmed open for the entirety of the first Easter weekend block (Mar 28 - Apr 12).

📍Newlands Park, Southam Lane🔄 Recurring· 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM · All Ages · £10 for all day wristband

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Inflatable Theme Park

The Inflatable Theme Park offers all-day unlimited fun on some of the UK's biggest and best giant inflatables and bouncy castles for kids.

WhenCheltenham: 10am till 5pm from 28th March until 12th APRIL, THEN 18th & 19th APRIL, THEN 25th & 26th APRIL, THEN 2nd, 3rd & 4th MAY.
WhereNEWLANDS PARK, (Sports Club) SOUTHAM LANE, GL52 3PE (for Cheltenham dates)
PriceOnly £10 for an all day unlimited use wristband (excludes bungees, zorbs, wipeout and cars); Free Admission For Accompanying Adults

Frequently Asked Questions

What free kids events are on in Gloucester this weekend?

Based on the available data, none of the events confirmed for April 4th/5th explicitly list a 'Free' price type, although the Easter Fun Park price is unknown. You might check the Podsmead Community Association event for community pricing.

Is there anything on for teenagers this weekend?

The musical, 'The Little Mermaid Jr' at The Kings Theatre on Saturday is likely the best bet for older children, or try the workshops at The Folk of Gloucester.

What Easter trails are running in the area?

You can find the 'Easter Trail at Gloucester Cathedral', 'The Great Eggscape Easter Trail' near Cirencester, and the village trail at 'Apperley Village' this weekend.

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