Happy Easter weekend! Montreal has some fun seasonal and ongoing activities kicking off this weekend, April 4th and 5th, 2026. Don't miss the urban sugar shack fun at Parc Morgan or the workshops happening at the Benny Library for Easter crafts. For theatre lovers, check out the ongoing run of La parole créatrice de Kaku Mama.
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Workshops at the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts (MMFA)
Montreal Museum of Fine Arts (MBAM), Downtown
Free admission for visitors aged 20 and under, plus family workshops today.
Workshops at the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts (MMFA)
Montreal Museum of Fine Arts (MBAM), Downtown
Free entry for kids and dedicated family workshops running all weekend.
Preschool Storytime and Crafts
Bibliothèque Benny
A dedicated storytime and craft session for preschoolers Saturday morning.
· April 4
8LA PAROLE CRÉATRICE DE KAKU MAMA : Introduce the kids to some quality theatre at the iconic Maison Théâtre. This show is running for audiences aged 7 to 12.This theatre show is running all weekend and is specifically tailored for school-aged kids.
WORKSHOPS AND GUIDED TOURS AT MCCORD STEWART MUSEUM : Head downtown to explore local history with interactive workshops—admission is free for kids 12 and under today. A great option if the weather turns.Interactive history learning that is free for kids 12 and under this weekend.
COMPLÈTEMENT SUCRÉS (URBAN SUGAR SHACK) : It's Easter weekend, and Parc Morgan is turning into a city sugar shack! Expect maple treats, festive vibes, and family activities all day long.It’s a seasonal Easter/Sugar Shack event happening right this Saturday and Sunday.
EASTER EGG DECORATION : Get the kids ready for Easter a bit early with an egg decorating session at the Benny Library this afternoon. Check the details for age recommendations.Specific Easter craft event happening right on Saturday afternoon.
CREATIVE KIDS CLUB EXPERIENCE – PAINT, PLAY & CREATE WITH MISS LORENA : A hands-on creative session with Miss Lorena today at 1 PM—sounds like paints, play, and lots of fun for the little ones. Check Eventbrite for ticket info.Confirmed Saturday afternoon arts event sourced from Eventbrite.
CLUB "QU'EST-CE QUE ÇA MANGE EN HIVER?" : A club meeting at the Vieux-Saint-Laurent library this morning—the title suggests a fun, perhaps food/nature-related theme. Great for a morning library stop.A unique, localized library event happening Saturday morning.
PRESCHOOL STORYTIME AND CRAFTS : If you have little ones, head to Benny Library this morning for a dedicated storytime session combined with crafts.Perfectly timed Saturday morning activity for toddlers and preschoolers.
ATELIER D'ÉCRITURE CRÉATIVE EN FRANÇAIS : A creative writing workshop in French taking place at the Benny Library this Saturday afternoon.A specific Saturday workshop offering a creative focus at a local library.
· April 5
4THEMATIC ACTIVITIES FOR CHILDREN AT MUSÉE DES HOSPITALIÈRES DE L'HÔTEL-DIEU DE MONTRÉAL : The last Saturday of the month seems to be covered by the 4th, but the data says the last Saturday is April 5th—wait, April 5th is a Sunday! Double-checking the data: it states April 5th is the last Saturday. Assuming this activity happens today (Sunday), it's a special monthly workshop featuring a collage activity for kids 5+.This activity is listed for the 'last Saturday,' but since the 5th is Sunday, we are noting it for Sunday as the data explicitly lists it for April 5th and this type of specific activity is rare.
BAT OUT OF HELL: THE MUSICAL : If you have older kids or teens who love rock musicals, this production is playing today at Place des Arts. Grab tickets if you can!A major theatre production playing specifically on Sunday.
LUC LANGEVIN : Catch magician Luc Langevin this Sunday afternoon in Brossard. Magic shows are usually a hit with a wide range of ages.This is a specific showtime available today (Sunday) for a well-known illusionist.
KIDS CLUB 2026 : This club has a recurring Sunday session at 9 AM on Eventbrite, check the link for details on what kind of activities they offer for kids today.A recurring Sunday morning kids' event listed on Eventbrite.
Also On· anytime this weekend
1FREE : Take advantage of free museum admission for kids and check out the great family workshops happening today. It's a perfect way to spend a few hours indoors.It’s a guaranteed indoor activity with free admission for anyone under 21.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Montreal this weekend?
The best guaranteed free option for kids this weekend is visiting the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts (MMFA), where admission is free for anyone 20 and under, and they host family workshops.
Are there any Easter-themed activities happening this weekend?
Yes! Check out the Complètement Sucrés urban sugar shack at Parc Morgan this Saturday and Sunday, or attend the Easter egg decoration workshop at Bibliothèque Benny on Saturday afternoon.
What theatre or culture is suitable for my 10-year-old this weekend?
La parole créatrice de Kaku Mama at Maison Théâtre is running for ages 7 to 12. Alternatively, the McCord Stewart Museum has interactive tours that are free for kids 12 and under.
