Johannesburg is buzzing this weekend with Easter celebrations galore! We've filtered the top 14 events happening on April 4th and 5th, 2026, focusing on great family fun, especially around the Easter Egg Hunts happening across the city.
See our top picks
Sandton City's Chocolate Café: Sweet Edition
Sandton City
Free entry to enjoy chocolate activities like filling candy tubes.
Shrek The Musical Jr.
The People's Theatre, Joburg Theatre
Enjoy a professional stage performance indoors this weekend.
Easter on the farm w/Pasture & Plate
Pasture & Plate, Honeydew
Features egg hunts and cuddle time with real bunnies.
· April 4
10: Enjoy two days of farm fun with egg hunts running twice daily, plus opportunities to meet and cuddle real bunnies. You can choose to add on a Saturday lunch or a Sunday buffet.It runs both days of the weekend and offers structured activities like multiple egg hunts and animal interaction.
: Kids search for coloured stones hidden among the raspberry bushes! You can also pick your own fresh raspberries and take part in a guided Easter Story walk.Great combination of hunting and an optional farm activity (berry picking) available both Saturday and Sunday.
: This festival is jam-packed with Easter activities for toddlers up to 12-year-olds, including a Grand Easter Egg Hunt and interactive sessions like Easter arts and crafts and egg painting.It offers comprehensive Easter-themed activities specifically catering to younger kids (toddlers to 12) throughout the weekend.
FREE : Stop by Sandton City for free entry to their sweet attraction! Kids can fill giant candy tubes, spin a prize wheel, or even build their own personalised Lindt chocolate bar.It's free to enter and offers hands-on, sweet-themed fun right in the heart of Sandton over both days.
: If your family enjoys movement and challenging activities, check out this parkour event running over the Easter weekend.It’s an active alternative to traditional Easter events, available both Saturday and Sunday mornings.
: The iconic Ponte Tower hosts an Easter egg hunt where children can explore the landmark while searching for hidden eggs. This is a fun community event in the heart of Joburg.A unique location (Ponte Tower) hosting a traditional egg hunt on Saturday only.
: This festival features a carnival, water fun, a petting zoo, and an Easter egg hunt experience. Expect good food, drinks, and musical atmosphere throughout the day.Great for a full day out with water slides, petting zoo, and an egg hunt all in one ticketed location on Saturday.
SHREK THE MUSICAL JR. : Catch the hilarious cast of Shrek The Musical Jr. performing at the People's Theatre this weekend. This is a perfect indoor option for all ages.A high-quality indoor theatre production running all weekend—great contingency if the weather turns.
FLAMINGO BAY EASTER EGG HUNT : Another opportunity for an Easter Egg Hunt experience running across both Saturday and Sunday at Flamingo Bay in Rynfield.Provides an extra, accessible option for an egg hunt that spans the whole weekend.
: Check out this special Easter Market held on Saturday at the popular Bryanston Market venue.A dedicated one-day market opportunity on Saturday, likely offering unique crafts and food suitable for a family outing.
· April 5
2: Enjoy a family meal at the famous Irene Farm as they host a special Easter Sunday Buffet. A great way to end the holiday weekend with farm fresh food.A reliable local favourite hosting a specific, high-quality Easter Sunday meal.
EASTER LUNCH & EGG HUNT AT IMBABALI : Enjoy an Easter lunch followed by an egg hunt at Imbabali in Hekpoort this Easter Sunday.A specific Sunday lunch/hunt package outside the busy central areas.
Also On· anytime this weekend
1: Join Plop the owl on a magical adventure about courage and curiosity at the National Children's Theatre. This is a lovely show running all weekend.It's a dedicated children's theatre production running continuously this weekend, offering a great indoor cultural experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Johannesburg this weekend?
There are two completely free-entry options this weekend: Sandton City's Chocolate Café: Sweet Edition (Mar 26-Apr 6) and the Toyota Easter Festival at Kyalami Park Club (Apr 4-5).
Where can I take my kids for an Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday?
You have great options for Saturday hunts, including Easter on the farm w/Pasture & Plate (Honeydew), Egoli Easter Family Festival (Johannesburg South), and the unique hunt at Dlala Nje at Ponte Tower (Berea).
Are there any family activities happening on Easter Sunday (April 5th)?
Yes! Look at Easter at Sass Cafe for a Sunday lunch event, the Easter Sunday Buffet at Irene Farm, or the Easter at Kievits Kroon offer which includes an egg hunt and lunch.
