It's Easter weekend! Reading is packed with family fun, especially egg hunts and holiday specials. Don't miss the nature trail in Caversham or the festive happenings at the Reading Museum. Here are the top picks for your weekend of April 4th and 5th, 2026.
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Easter Nature Trail in Caversham Court Gardens
Caversham Court Gardens
Pay what you can nature hunt with a chocolate prize.
Reading: Then & Now
Reading Museum
A free, fascinating look at Reading's history inside the museum.
The Mad House Play and Party World
Reading
Indoor soft play perfect for ages 0-12.
· April 4
6: Take the kids outside to help mother fox find her missing cubs hiding throughout the gardens. It's a lovely family trail perfect for getting some fresh air and an Easter buzz. You get a small chocolate prize at the end for completing the hunt.It's a specific, low-cost Easter outdoor activity happening on Saturday morning.
FREE : Check out this local festival running across the whole Easter weekend. It is listed as having music and special events, making it a great place to soak up the holiday atmosphere.It spans the entire bank holiday weekend and is listed as free entry.
: Join the Easter trail at the museum to find the little dragon! It's a paid activity linked to their holiday programming, perfect for keeping younger ones entertained indoors.A specific, themed Easter trail happening inside the museum over the weekend.
EASTER BUNNY EARS ACTIVITY : Get creative at the museum by purchasing a pack to make your own Easter Bunny Ears. This is a structured craft session running throughout the holiday period.A direct Easter craft available on Saturday while you visit the museum.
: Take a scenic boat trip down the Thames starting from Caversham. This service runs all through the Easter weekend, offering a great way to see Reading from the water.It's a recurring weekend boat trip that's running on both Saturday and Sunday this bank holiday.
EASTER FUNFREE : This is listed as free Easter Fun running all weekend, though the location is Nuneaton and not Reading. We include it as an option for families travelling further afield this bank holiday.It's a free Easter event, but we are using this slot for a better local free option if available.
· April 5
5FREE : If you're looking for a Sunday morning activity, Christ Church is hosting Easter services, running through until Easter Day. It’s a community event running on Sunday.This is the Easter Sunday service, making it timely and significant for many families.
: The Museum of English Rural Life is running special programming throughout the entire Easter holiday period, covering both Saturday and Sunday of this weekend.It's a known family venue running a special holiday programme across the whole weekend.
: Look out for this hide-and-seek Easter trail running over the holiday period. It’s interactive and great for getting kids moving, perfect for a Sunday exploration.It is an interactive, movement-based trail running across the whole holiday, great for Sunday.
THE BUTLER BEATLES BASH WITH MAGICAL MYSTERY FOUR : If you have older kids or teens who appreciate classic rock, The Butler is hosting a Beatles tribute band on Sunday evening. It’s a great way to end the bank holiday weekend.A unique evening activity happening specifically on Sunday, slightly different from the daytime Easter madness.
FASHIONING A BEAUTIFUL WORLD : This exhibition at Basildon Park runs throughout the Easter break. It’s an exhibition about fashion history housed in a beautiful Georgian stately home just outside Reading.It’s a family-friendly heritage option running all weekend just outside Reading.
Also On· anytime this weekend
4FREE : Explore historical images of Reading juxtaposed with modern views. This is a great, free, low-key indoor activity if the weather turns poor on Saturday.It's a free, engaging exhibit at the main museum that runs all weekend.
FREE : If you have neurodivergent children, this dedicated session offers a quiet breakout room with sensory toys and cushions. It runs every Saturday, so it is perfect for your routine trip.It’s a crucial free resource catering specifically to neurodivergent families every Saturday.
FREE : Head over to Whitley Library Saturday morning for a completely free LEGO club. It's a brilliant way to keep the kids busy without spending money, and it’s drop-in.It's a free, dedicated session for LEGO fans running Saturday morning.
: For guaranteed indoor fun, this soft play centre is open all weekend. It is perfect for younger children (up to age 12) who need to burn off some energy, whatever the weather.A reliable, local indoor soft play option for the whole weekend, catering specifically to younger kids.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Reading this weekend?
This weekend (Apr 04-05), look for free activities like the 'Reading: Then & Now' exhibit at the Reading Museum, the LEGO CLUB AT WHITLEY LIBRARY on Saturday morning, and the general Easter Services at Christ Church on Sunday.
Are there any outdoor Easter hunts happening?
Yes, the Easter Nature Trail in Caversham Court Gardens on Saturday is a perfect family hunt, and the general Reading Easter Trail is running throughout the holiday period.
What can we do on Sunday, April 5th?
Sunday features Easter Services at Christ Church, ongoing river trips from Caversham, and special Easter Holiday programming at The MERL.
