It's a busy Easter weekend in Porto with plenty of family fun lined up! Highlights include an awesome illusion show, several Easter egg hunts, and some hands-on workshops perfect for getting creative. Don't miss the Caça aos Ovos de Páscoa events if you have little ones looking for chocolate.
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Literary Walks in Family
Biblioteca Municipal Almeida Garrett
A free literary walk for families near the Crystal Palace Gardens on Saturday.
Illusion Show with Henry & Klauss
Coliseu Porto Ageas
World-class illusionists performing an exciting show indoors on Saturday or Sunday.
Easter Egg Hunt
Mercado do Bolhão
A family-focused Easter egg scavenger hunt at the Bolhão Market on Saturday.
· April 4
5: The greatest illusionists in Latin America are coming to Porto for the first time! This show has already amazed millions, so expect some mind-bending magic that will keep the whole family entertained. It's a great indoor option for Saturday afternoon.It's a major, highly-rated touring show available both days of the weekend, perfect for a big family outing.
: Time for a classic Easter Pedipaper (scavenger hunt) at the Mercado do Bolhão. This is a fantastic way to explore the market while keeping the kids busy hunting for treats. It's explicitly aimed at families.It's an Easter-themed scavenger hunt specifically for families on Saturday, ideal for the holiday weekend.
FREE : Join Graça Lacerda for a literary walk focused on Ana Luísa Amaral's work, designed specifically for families. This is a lovely, free activity taking place near the beautiful gardens.It's a free, cultural event in the beautiful gardens, specifically titled as a family literary walk.
: This is an Easter Workshop happening on Saturday. Since it's holiday-themed, it should be geared towards creative fun for kids. It seems like a great short activity for creative families.It's explicitly an Easter-themed workshop happening on the Saturday of the holiday weekend.
STORYTELLING IN THE GARDEN : Enjoy a storytelling session hosted by Graça Lacerda, Helena Vieira, and Verónica Magalhães at the library near Jardim do Marquês. This is a lovely, relaxed way to spend part of your Saturday with younger children.It's an event specifically designed for families involving storytelling outdoors (or near a garden).
· April 5
7: Check out this theatrical play focused on the world of feelings. It's great for helping kids navigate emotions through performance art. Note that the listing includes April 6th, but we are picking the Sunday date.A play about feelings sounds engaging for young minds, and it runs on Sunday.
: If you are looking for kid-specific theatre on Sunday, 'O Grande Lago' is listed as a theatrical play just for children. It runs on both Sunday and Monday, so Sunday is a great time to catch it.It is explicitly a theatre play just for children on Sunday.
ANGRY BIRDS MISSION TO SAVE THE OCEANS! : Angry Birds takes over SEA LIFE Porto starting Sunday to teach kids about marine life and conservation in a fun way. This is perfect for animal-loving kids visiting the aquarium.It's a brand new, themed event starting Sunday that mixes popular characters with educational content about conservation.
LEGO IMPRESSIONS : Get ready to build, stamp, and create using LEGO bricks at this Sunday session at doBarro. This is hands-on fun for families that love to construct things together.A dedicated family workshop involving LEGO on Sunday.
: Celebrate Easter Sunday morning with a special brunch at the NEYA Porto Hotel. A great way to treat the family to a relaxed holiday meal.It's a specific Easter Sunday event, which is always a high-interest item for families on that day.
COMMUNITY WALKS AND EXERCISESFREE : Get moving this Easter Sunday with free walks and exercises led by physical education professionals across various locations in Porto. A great chance to get some fresh air after all the holiday feasting.It's a free, active option taking place across the city on Sunday.
: If you missed the show on Saturday, you have one more chance on Sunday to see Henry & Klauss, Latin America's greatest illusionists. Prepare to have your reality questioned!Providing a second chance to see the major Saturday highlight on Sunday.
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3: Get hands-on and learn how to make yeasted donuts in this intensive workshop. If your kids love baking (and eating!), this is a perfect Saturday activity. It’s listed as suitable for families.A practical, engaging, hands-on workshop explicitly listed for families on Saturday.
: A beautiful ballet performance that has been specially designed for the very youngest audience members. If you have toddlers or preschoolers who enjoy performance arts, Sunday morning is the time for this.This event is explicitly designed for the 'youngest ones' on Sunday, making it a perfect early-day Easter activity.
: This is a special Sunday ballet show carefully designed for younger children. If you want a quiet, cultured hour indoors, this is the perfect fit.This is one of the few clear children's performance events scheduled for Sunday.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Porto this weekend?
This weekend (Apr 04-05) there are a few great free options, including the 'Literary Walks in Family' (Ana Luísa Amaral: a Teia das Palavras) on Saturday and community fitness sessions like 'Domingos em forma' on Sunday.
Are there any Easter-themed activities for children?
Yes! Look for the 'Caça aos Ovos de Páscoa' (Easter Egg Hunt) at Mercado do Bolhão on Saturday, and an Easter Workshop called 'Ramo de Flores Frescas' also on Saturday.
What can we do indoors if the weather is bad?
The 'Illusion Show with Henry & Klauss' at Coliseu Porto Ageas is a fantastic indoor option running both days. For younger kids, the children's ballet 'Balletetarinho' is on Sunday.
