Happy Easter weekend! Pécs is celebrating with some great family fun, especially at the Zsolnay Quarter. We have some great options including theater for the littlest ones, science fun, and some adventure games running this Saturday and Sunday.
See our top picks
Easter Fun at Árkád Mall (Nyereményjáték)
Árkád Mall
The Árkád Easter promotion ends today with decorations and a raffle.
Magical Hour: Favorite Experiments
Zsolnay Negyed – Planetárium
Indoor fun with lightning and magnetism demonstrations on Saturday afternoon.
Körbe, körbe, karikába - Toddler Show
Bóbita Bábszínház
A puppet show perfectly suited for ages 0-3 on Saturday morning.
· April 4
5LITTLE LADYBUG - PUPPET SHOW : Join Pöttöm Panna, the tiny girl, for big adventures! This is a wonderful performance at the Bóbita Puppet Theatre, perfect for engaging young imaginations.A confirmed puppet show specifically scheduled for Saturday afternoon in the main puppet theatre venue.
EASTER FUN AT ÁRKÁD MALL (NYEREMÉNYJÁTÉK) : This promotional event with decorations and a raffle ends today! Swing by the Árkád mall for some last-minute Easter cheer before the main holiday rush tomorrow.This is confirmed to run until Saturday, making it a reliable option for the first day of the weekend.
IN THE TRACKS OF THE EASTER BUNNY - EGG DETECTIVE GAME : Join the great egg hunt detective game at the Zsolnay Quarter! Kids love searching for clues, and the entry fee is cheap for accompanying adults.This is a specific, fun, seasonal event explicitly linked to the Easter weekend activities at Zsolnay.
LANDVENTURE: ZSOLNAY TREASURES MYSTERY : Start an outdoor scavenger hunt right in the Zsolnay Quarter using an app to solve puzzles about the area. Great for engaging older kids in history while walking.This recurring game is confirmed available anytime on Saturday for outdoor fun.
FAMILY PICNIC AND CELLAR TOUR IN PALKONYA : Head just outside Pécs to Palkonya for a family picnic and cellar tour as part of their Gasztro-village Easter celebration. Great atmosphere for a spring Saturday.A confirmed outdoor, festive event running Saturday morning outside the city core.
Also On· anytime this weekend
10: Paint your own ceramic disc with acrylics during this session led by an art therapist. It's a focused, creative activity suitable for older children and teens.This is one of the very few scheduled events confirmed specifically for Sunday.
: Take a guided look at the best pieces of the Zsolnay exhibition and hear the stories behind them. Perfect for families interested in art and ceramics.This recurring tour is confirmed for Saturday morning.
: See exciting and perhaps scary experiments involving electricity and magnetism! A great way to spend an afternoon indoors.Confirmed session time on Saturday afternoon.
: Explore the hidden underworld of Pécs with this special tour beneath the surface. A unique, historical look at the city center.Confirmed for Saturday at the Cella Septichora complex.
: Kids can learn various puppet techniques and make their own puppet related to a Bóbita show. A fun, hands-on activity before or after a performance.A confirmed Saturday craft workshop at the puppet theater.
: A storytelling session focused on sensory experiences for older primary schoolers. This one takes place in the Hird district, offering something outside the city center.A confirmed, age-specific sensory event running Saturday morning.
: Take a walk focusing on the UNESCO World Heritage sites around the Cella Septichora complex. Great for a historical Sunday stroll.Confirmed for Sunday at the Cella Septichora complex.
: Explore the treasures found in the hidden courtyards near the Cella Septichora on Sunday. A lovely, perhaps quieter, way to spend part of the day.Confirmed for Sunday at the Cella Septichora complex.
: Attend the astronomy lecture in the Planetarium to learn about our place in the universe. Check specific pricing, but family tickets might be available.Confirmed Saturday morning lecture time at the Planetarium.
: A specialized, short puppet show designed specifically for babies and toddlers aged 0 to 3. A rare opportunity for the very youngest audience members.Perfectly timed for Saturday morning and explicitly targets the under-3 age group.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Pécs this weekend?
We found one event confirmed to potentially be free or low-cost without specified tickets for children: The 'Easter Fun at Árkád Mall' promotion, which runs until Saturday. For other options, check the free Ringató concert listing, as Zsolnay Easter events are often free unless otherwise noted.
Are there any specific Easter Sunday (April 5th) activities for families?
Sunday has fewer explicitly dated events, but the 'Mandalas for All Ages' ceramic workshop at Zsolnay is scheduled for 11:00 AM, and several recurring tours like the 'World Heritage Walk' at Cella Septichora are confirmed for Sunday.
What can we do outdoors on Saturday, April 4th?
For outdoor fun on Saturday, consider the 'In the Tracks of the Easter Bunny - Egg Detective Game' at the Zsolnay Quarter, or head slightly outside the city for the 'Family Picnic and Cellar Tour in Palkonya'.
