Get ready for an action-packed Easter weekend in Southampton! We have local markets, art workshops perfect for getting creative, and city-wide Easter trails to explore. Don't miss the fun at the Art Gallery or the drop-in sessions at John Hansard Gallery.
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Southampton's free Easter Trail
City's Old Town
Free walking trail helping the Easter Bunny find tea party items.
High Score Arcades Southampton
High Score Arcades Southampton
Indoor retro gaming fun available all weekend, open late Saturday.
Easter Bunny Bonanza Trail
Royal Victoria Country Park
Self-guided park trail perfect for children aged 3 and over.
· April 4
8KIDS PIZZA AND MILKSHAKE WORKSHOP : Get messy and enjoy making your own lunch with this pizza and milkshake workshop happening Saturday morning. Guaranteed to keep the little ones occupied with edible results!It is a specific, hands-on food workshop scheduled only for Saturday morning.
STORY TIME WITH LOCAL KIDS AUTHOR VICKY PHILLIPS : If you are near Bitterne on Saturday afternoon, pop into the library for a story time session hosted by a local children's author. A nice calm activity for the early afternoon.It's a defined story event happening Saturday afternoon at a specific local library branch.
: Take the little ones (aged 3+) out to Royal Victoria Country Park for a self-guided bunny trail. You can explore the park while learning fun facts about bunnies and claim a prize at the end.A great outdoor trail running all weekend specifically designed for younger children (3+).
FREE : Help the Easter Bunny prepare his tea party by tracking down items in the Old Town using a trail map. This is a fantastic free walking activity across both Saturday and Sunday.It's free, involves the Easter Bunny, and encourages walking around the historic Old Town.
FREE : GHT is hosting a range of activities throughout the break, including an Easter Egg Hunt pattern match trail, free puzzles, and colouring. Explore this historic tower while the kids hunt for eggs.It's a unique historic venue offering an Easter Egg Hunt trail specifically available this weekend.
EASTER AT BEAULIEU: MOTORING, TRAILS AND FAMILY FUN : Beaulieu is going all out for Easter, featuring the new 'Driven' gallery, a Top Trumps trail around the grounds, and fun rides. This is a fantastic full-day destination just outside the city.It’s a major nearby attraction hosting special Easter activities across the whole site this weekend.
: Enjoy a wild day out at Marwell Zoo, which is hosting various seasonal activities across the holidays. They mention face painting, games, and storytelling throughout the break, perfect for Saturday.Zoos are always a winner, and Marwell confirms special activities running this weekend.
ZOOTROPOLIS 2 : If you need a classic cinema break, Zootropolis 2 is showing this weekend. Follow bunny cop Judy Hopps and fox Nick Wilde as they crack a new, perilous case.A popular family film showing throughout the weekend at the local Showcase cinema.
· April 5
3: Catch an hour of fun featuring eight Bluey episodes focused on play and imagination with friends. This is showing all weekend, making it a great Sunday activity for younger fans.It's a great Sunday screening specifically appealing to preschoolers and younger kids.
: Visit Stansted Park on Sunday afternoon to hunt for Easter Eggs hidden around the house. This fun activity runs from 1 PM to 5 PM, perfect for an afternoon outing.A specific Easter Egg hunt listed for Sunday afternoon, running across the weekend period.
: If you're making a trip towards Winchester on Easter Sunday, the Royal Hotel is hosting a special Sunday Roast complete with a children's egg hunt starting around noon. Great for a celebratory Easter lunch.A specific Sunday lunch/egg hunt combo scheduled only for Easter Sunday.
Also On· anytime this weekend
3FREE : Head to the City Art Gallery for the Soton Makers spring market this Saturday. You can browse and shop creations from local artists and makers across the region. It's a perfect, free way to spend a few hours browsing.It’s a great free, family-friendly market happening only on Saturday.
FREE : These drop-in sessions run Saturday morning, inviting visitors to build and create something inspired by the current exhibitions. This week, you can design patches inspired by punk fashion pioneers.It’s an interactive workshop linked to current art, running both Saturday sessions we are covering.
: A great spot for retro gaming fun this weekend. They are open late on Saturday until 8 PM, giving you plenty of time to challenge the family. See if you can beat the team challenge to win a free return ticket.It's open late on Saturday and is specifically listed as open during the Easter holidays.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Southampton this weekend?
This weekend (Apr 04-05) you can enjoy the Soton Makers Spring Market at Southampton City Art Gallery on Saturday and the Southampton's free Easter Trail which runs across the Old Town all weekend.
Are there any Easter Egg Hunts happening on Sunday?
Yes, you can join the Hoppy Easter at Stansted House between 1 PM and 5 PM, or look out for the Easter Sunday roast and childrens egg hunt at Winchester Royal Hotel starting at noon.
What are the best craft or art activities this weekend?
Saturday offers a great chance to get creative with the Space to Create! drop-in sessions at John Hansard Gallery, focusing on punk fashion patches.
