Happy Easter weekend! Kitchener is hosting tons of fun activities, especially Easter egg hunts and museum adventures. We've filtered the absolute best family events happening just this Saturday, April 4th, and Sunday, April 5th, 2026.
See our top picks
Hespeler Village Easter Egg Hunt
Downtown Hespeler, Cambridge
The 8th Annual free egg hunt happening Saturday morning.
Easter Egg Hunt
THEMUSEUM, Kitchener
An all-day indoor scavenger hunt with admission happening Saturday and Sunday.
2026 Easter Egg-spress
WCR Farmers' Market Station, St. Jacobs
A magical heritage train adventure for Easter fun on Saturday.
· April 4
7: Head to THEMUSEUM for an all-day Easter egg scavenger hunt! Grab a booklet and search all over the museum for hidden coloured eggs.It's a highly engaging, museum-based scavenger hunt happening right in the city center on Saturday.
OPEN STUDIO : Visit the MakerSpace for free drop-in sessions where you can learn practical skills like how to use a sewing machine. It's a great way to inspire creativity!This is a fun, hands-on creative activity included with museum entry, running all day Saturday.
: Take a short drive to celebrate the start of spring with local maple syrup producers. This is a great chance to enjoy farm life and taste fresh syrup.It's happening across the region this weekend only, tying into the season.
: Enjoy a magical heritage train ride focused on Easter fun. This is an exciting adventure outside of the city center for Saturday.It combines the excitement of trains with Easter activities.
: Join a Kooky Kitchener Scavenger Hunt starting near the Matter of Taste Coffee Roaster in Waterloo on Saturday. This sounds like a great way to explore the area actively.It's an active, exploration-based event in the nearby Waterloo area happening Saturday.
EASTER AT THE CAMBRIDGE BUTTERFLY CONSERVATORY : If the weather is iffy, head to Cambridge for a weekend of family fun inside the conservatory. They are featuring Easter activities, story time, and nature interpreters.It’s an excellent indoor option happening right across the Easter weekend.
FREE : The 8th Annual Hespeler Village Easter Egg Hunt is happening Saturday! This is a fantastic free event to get the kids running around outdoors.It’s a dedicated, free Easter egg hunt happening Saturday near Kitchener.
· April 5
4: Meet Maverick, THEMUSEUM's resident pet dinosaur, alongside their paleontologist! This short, exciting session introduces kids to prehistoric life.It's a unique, short appointment for dinosaur fans happening Sunday morning.
: A special Easter experience! Enjoy a leisurely brunch while riding the scenic heritage railway route this Sunday morning.A unique, special occasion brunch that involves a train ride—perfect for a Sunday treat.
: Book in for an Easter Sunday Brunch at the Crowne Plaza in Waterloo. A nice way to celebrate the holiday without worrying about cooking.It’s a dedicated Easter brunch experience specifically listed for Sunday.
EASTER SERVICE & EGG HUNT - 11:00AM : If you are looking for an Easter service combined with an egg hunt this Sunday, this event in Brant is listed for 11:00 AM.It is a specific Easter Sunday service/hunt option, distinct from the Saturday events.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Kitchener this weekend?
The best free event listed for this weekend is the Hespeler Village Easter Egg Hunt in Cambridge on Saturday, April 4th. Otherwise, many paid events like the THEMUSEUM activities require general admission.
Where can I find an Easter egg hunt for my kids on Saturday, April 4th?
You have several great options for Saturday, April 4th: the main Easter Egg Hunt at THEMUSEUM (paid admission), the free Hespeler Village Easter Egg Hunt, and the paid 2026 Easter Egg-spress train ride near St. Jacobs.
Are there any activities suitable for Sunday, April 5th?
Yes, you can continue the fun at THEMUSEUM with their Easter Egg Hunt or the Maverick dinosaur meet-and-greet. You can also enjoy the Easter Brunch Train or attend the Easter Service & Egg Hunt in Brant.
