Rotterdam is buzzing this April 4th and 5th, especially with Easter falling this weekend! We have everything from creative workshops and vintage markets to special Easter brunches and theatre shows perfect for kids. Don't miss the textile workshop GROND-STOF or the atmospheric De Kaai Markt.
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De Kaai Market
De Kaai
Free entry to this atmospheric vintage and flea market all weekend.
Maritime Adventures during Easter
Maritiem Museum
A dedicated Easter programme inside the excellent Maritime Museum.
Painting Turtle Eggs Workshop
Belasting & Douane Museum
Free, creative Easter crafting session at the Tax Museum.
· April 4
4: Get creative by contributing scraps to create one large piece of textile art. This workshop is happening both Saturday and Sunday.Hands-on textile art workshop providing a constructive activity for kids.
FREE : It’s an Easter activity at the Tax & Customs Museum where you can paint your own 'turtle eggs'. Bring your imagination to decorate a unique piece!It's a free, themed craft activity perfect for younger kids happening on Saturday.
: Karen, Kristel, and Kathleen reunite for a one-off nostalgia-filled concert featuring all the classic K3 hits. This is the evening show on Saturday.This is a major reunion event appealing strongly to older children and teens who grew up with K3.
: Celebrate Easter at De Beestenboel farm with cheerful egg hunting, decorating, and playing.Classic Easter fun at a local petting farm on Saturday.
· April 5
5: Join fossil hunter Walter Langendoen on the beach at Maasvlakte to learn how to search for archaeological and paleontological treasures. A great Sunday morning adventure outside the city center.A dedicated Sunday expedition hunt for natural history treasures by the sea.
: Celebrate Easter Sunday by discovering its meaning and then making your own colorful Easter art at the Wereldmuseum.A specific Easter-themed art activity running on Sunday at the museum.
: Enjoy an extensive Easter brunch with the whole family aboard the historic ss Rotterdam ship this Sunday.A unique Easter brunch experience on a famous Rotterdam landmark ship.
: Take a fun Easter brunch while cruising the Rotterdam waterways. A nice way to see the city while eating.It’s an Easter brunch combined with a boat tour—a perfect blend of holiday celebration and sightseeing.
: Enjoy a dedicated Easter brunch service for the kids at the Portlantis restaurant this Sunday morning.A specific Easter brunch slot running Sunday morning at a unique venue.
Also On· anytime this weekend
4FREE : Head to the iconic former Unilever building for an atmospheric vintage and flea market. It’s a great meeting spot filled with unique vintage finds and treasures from local makers.It’s a free, large market running all weekend, perfect for browsing unique items with the whole family.
: The Maritime Museum is hosting special activities throughout the Easter weekend. A great way to experience real sea adventures indoors.It’s a themed weekend event at a top Rotterdam family attraction running both Saturday and Sunday.
: A short performance focusing on the brave Mulan and a funny dragon, ideal for younger theatre-goers starting at 11:00 AM.A dedicated performance for ages 3+ on Sunday morning.
: Watch a performance first, and then you get to practice the circus skills yourself! A perfect Sunday activity if the kids need to burn energy.It's interactive: watch a show and then participate in circus training.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Rotterdam this weekend?
The best free option this weekend is the atmospheric De Kaai Markt (Sat & Sun). Also, the Painting Turtle Eggs Workshop at the Belasting & Douane Museum on Saturday is free of charge.
Are there any theatre shows suitable for toddlers?
Yes, Theater Hofplein has 'Mulan (3+)' on Sunday at 11:00 AM, which is aimed at children aged 3 and up.
What Easter brunch options are running on Sunday?
For a special Easter brunch on Sunday, you can check out the Spido Paasbrunch Cruise, the Easter Brunch at ss Rotterdam, or the family-focused Paasbrunch Portlantis.
