It’s Easter weekend in Zurich, and the city is packed with egg hunts, family brunches, and creative workshops! Highlights include the Easter Bunny visiting Santa Lucia, magical story time at the Märlitram, and hands-on science fun at Technorama. Here are the top family picks for Saturday, April 4th, and Sunday, April 5th, 2026.
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Spring Märlitram Stories
Zürich, Bellevue
Enjoy folklore storytelling on Zurich's special spring tram.
Egg Science Workshop
Technorama (Winterthur)
Hands-on Easter-themed science experiments indoors.
Easter Fun at Santa Lucia
Santa Lucia Paradeplatz
The Easter Bunny visits Saturday afternoon with bunny-shaped pizza!
· April 4
6EASTER FUN AT SANTA LUCIA : Head to Santa Lucia for Easter excitement where the Easter Bunny is making a special appearance! Kids can enjoy an Easter pizza shaped like a bunny for just 10 CHF. A perfect little tradition for Saturday afternoon.Directly confirms the Easter Bunny appearance on Saturday and offers a themed, budget-friendly treat.
SPRING MÄRLITRAM STORIES : The beloved Advent tram is back as a Spring edition! Instead of Samichlaus, the Böögg features in the stories, alongside tales of Sechseläuten and Graubünden. A unique Zurich experience happening all weekend.It’s a classic Zurich tradition running this weekend, reimagined for spring.
EASTER EGG HUNT AT LINDT HOME OF CHOCOLATE : Get your chocolate fix! Kids can participate in a special Gold Bunny hunt on a map, collect stickers, and earn a sweet reward upon completion. A must-do for Easter weekend near Zurich.Chocolate and an egg hunt at Switzerland's most famous chocolate museum—perfect timing for Easter.
EGG SCIENCE WORKSHOP : If your kids love hands-on experiments, head to Technorama for their Easter workshop focusing on eggs. Families can test, build, and marvel at what you can do with raw, cooked, and even flying eggs!It combines hands-on science experiments with an Easter theme.
ROPE PARK EGG HUNT : Combine climbing high above the ground with an Easter egg hunt! Kids can trade their three favourite eggs for sweet surprises afterwards. Great for energetic children.A fantastic combination of physical activity (ropes course) and Easter tradition.
ROBOT & GAME CREATION CAMP (FIRST WEEK) : Though this is a camp, it starts this weekend! Futurekids offers streams in LEGO SPIKE robotics, Roblox game creation, Scratch coding, and 3D design for kids aged 5 and up. Great option if the weather turns.Though a multi-day camp, the first week begins covering this weekend, offering structured tech fun if the weather is bad.
· April 5
8EASTER BRUNCH AT HOTEL BANANA CITY : Enjoy a large, delicious Easter brunch buffet at Hotel Banana City. The best part? It's free for children under 10 years old—great value for families!Excellent pricing perk (free for young kids) for a relaxed Sunday brunch.
EASTER BRUNCH WITH BOULDERING AND CRAFTS : A fantastic Sunday combination in Näfels: enjoy an Easter brunch buffet, followed by kids' bouldering (CHF 15) and free crafting time. Runs until 1 PM.Unique blend of food, active fun (bouldering), and crafts all in one morning.
EASTER BRUNCH WITH EGG PAINTING : Enjoy brunch while the children are kept busy! The Easter Bunny hides surprises in the garden, and kids can paint Easter eggs while the adults finish their coffee in Männedorf.Perfectly structured for parents who want to relax while kids participate in structured Easter activities.
EASTER EGG SEARCH AT JUCKER FARM : Search for hidden golden eggs at Juckerhof on Sunday! If you find one, you can trade it in at the farm shop restaurant for a gift. Great farm atmosphere for a Sunday outing.Farm setting combined with a traditional golden egg hunt.
EASTER BRUNCH AT SEEDAMM PLAZA WITH EASTER BUNNY VISIT : Families can look forward to a rich Easter brunch buffet at Seedamm Plaza on Sunday, complete with a special surprise visit from the Easter Bunny himself!Confirmed Easter Bunny visit tied into a Sunday brunch.
CHILDREN'S DISCO EASTER EDITION : Get the kids dancing this Sunday afternoon! Club Bellevue hosts a children's disco from 2 PM to 6 PM with DJs, popcorn, and plenty of attractions for the little party animals.An afternoon party specifically for kids that doesn't run too late.
EASTER EGG HUNT AT THE ROPE PARK : If you missed Saturday, you can still get high above the ground for an egg hunt at Kloten Rope Park on Sunday! Find three favourite eggs and exchange them for surprises.Second chance for a high-energy, unique Easter activity.
EASTER EGG HUNT AT GOLD BUNNIES : It’s the final day for the Lindt Easter event! Search for the famous Gold Bunnies by following a map, collecting stickers, and earning a sweet surprise reward.The last chance to catch the popular Easter event at Lindt this weekend.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Zurich this weekend?
While most Easter events require payment, the best free option is catching the Züri Märlitram Frühling for storytelling (price details unknown, but transit events usually require a ticket). Also, check out the Märchenhafte Osterzeit events in Herzogenbuchsee where entry is based on donation (Kollekte).
Where can we hunt for Easter eggs this weekend?
You have several great options: the Seilpark Kloten (high ropes egg hunt), Lindt Home of Chocolate (Gold Bunny quest), and Juckerhof (golden egg exchange).
Are there any Sunday brunches happening on April 5th?
Yes, there are many! Check out the Easter Brunches at Hotel Banana City (free for kids under 10), Lintharena in Näfels (includes bouldering/crafts), and Seedamm Plaza (with an Easter Bunny visit).
