Easter Holiday events in Edinburgh

Giants

Discover life-sized 3D sculptures, skeletons, and fossils of giant prehistoric animals when the immersive, family friendly exhibition Giants comes to the National Museum of Scotland!

Musselburgh Toy, Train & Sci-Fi Fair

Northern Toy Fair returns to Musselburgh Sports Centre in 2026 with their huge Toy, Train & Sci-Fi Fair featuring a fantastic selection of vintage, retro & new toys, models & collectables!

Outdoor Rock Climbing Open Session with Height Club

Come Roped Climbing, on real rock, under the watchful eye of a qualified instructor at North Berwick Law Quarry!

Easter At Almond Valley

Almond Valley's much-loved Mad Hatter's Tea Party returns for 2026 and yes, the legendary Duck Race is back too... can you hear the excitement building!

Conifox Easter Festival

Get ready for an eggs-traordinary Easter as Edinburgh's Conifox Adventure Park welcomes families to its much-loved annual Easter Festival!

Easter Wreath Making Workshop

Learn how to create a beautiful Easter wreath using a variety of materials at The Eric Liddell Community's Easter Wreath Making Workshop on Saturday 28th March!

Egg-cellent Easter Trail at Camera Obscura

Hop along this Easter with the whole family and enjoy a fun-packed visit at Camera Obscura & World of Illusions... you would be hopping-mad to miss out!

Hop aboard The Royal Yacht Britannia this Easter

Hop aboard The Royal Yacht Britannia for an egg-cellent day out during the Easter Holidays and experience the UK's No.1 Attraction for yourself!

Easter Craft Fair

Join The Fisherrow Centre for a day of local crafts, handmade gifts and Easter activities when they host an Easter Craft Fair on Sunday 29th March!

Vinted In Real Life

Grab some fantastic fashion for the whole family when Love Musselburgh host the second edition of Vinted In Real Life at The Fisherrow Centre on Sunday 29th March!

Contagion & Carnage: The Plague Tour

The Real Mary King's Close is pulling back the curtain on one of Edinburgh's most harrowing historical events with its chilling immersive experience, Contagion & Carnage: The Plague Tour!

Easter Bunny Flower Trail

Hop along to IKEA Edinburgh this April for their Easter Flower Trail and help the Easter Bunny fill his bouquet basket while collecting the missing letters along the way for a chance to win a prize!

Easter Egg Trail at House of the Binns

Make this an Easter to remember and share special moments with your loved ones by taking part in House of the Binns' annual Easter Egg Trail!

Easter Egg Trail at Newhailes House and Gardens

Make this an Easter to remember and share special moments with your loved ones by taking part in Newhailes House and Gardens' annual Easter Egg Trail!

Easter Egg Trail at Preston Mill

Make this an Easter to remember and share special moments with your loved ones by taking part in Preston Mill's annual Easter Egg Trail!

Face Painting at IKEA Edinburgh

Pop into IKEA Edinburgh this April and be transformed into your favorite character with the help of their talented face painter!

Easter Activity Day

Join the team at the Palace of Holyroodhouse on Saturday 4th April for a variety of Easter themed activities that the whole family can enjoy!

Easter Egg Trail at Malleny Garden

Make this an Easter to remember and share special moments with your loved ones by taking part in Malleny Garden's annual Easter Egg Trail!

Easter Egg-Splorer Trail

Hop along to Edinburgh Zoo this April for a cracking family Easter trail, where you can explore the park, find the hidden eggs, and bag a brilliant prize!

Edinburgh Science Festival

Exploring the theme Going Global, Edinburgh Science Festival 2026 will showcase the research and innovation created through international partnerships that address shared challenges!

Edinburgh Theoretical Physics Walking Tour

This tour will guide you through the nooks and crannies of beautiful Edinburgh, highlighting places associated with extraordinary physicists who have called the Scottish capital home.

Future Voices: The AI Ethics Podcast

Is AI taking our jobs? Could humans face extinction one day? Come along toNational Museum of Scotland to debate AI ethics and record your very own podcast using professional recording equipment!

Hopetoun House Easter Family Opening Weekend

From Friday 3rd April, Hopetoun House & Grounds are delighted to welcome both new and returning visitors as they re-open for another fantastic season of history, nature and exploration!

K-Pop Silent Disco Boat Party

Set sail on the Maid of the Forth this April for a brilliant K-pop silent disco, featuring cosplay, free glitter, and stunning views... you might even spot Derek the dolphin!

Leith Spring Brewery Market

Moonwake Beer Co. are back with their Spring Brewery Market, once again welcoming local traders to sell their wares while the taproom is open and the beer is pouring!

Leuchie Easter Egg Hunt

The Leuchie Easter Egg hunt returns with yet another egg-cellent opportunity for a fun family outing... all whilst supporting people and families living with neurological conditions.

The Rocks of Roslin: Swamps and Streams

The rocks of Midlothian once provided limestone for agriculture, stone for building and coal for power. Come along and see the record of past warmer climates, in a landscape formed by ice!

Spill the Tea Tour: Earth Matters

Join this guided tour of 'Earth Matters', led by a member of the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh's Creative Programmes team on Sunday 5th April!

The Easter Bunny’s Brunch

Hop along to Brewhemia on Sunday 5th April for a cracking Easter brunch featuring Peter Rabbit on the big screen, egg hunts, and crafts... it's the ultimate festive morning for the whole family!

Adventures Inside Your Brain

Join 'Inside Your Brain' authors Professor Caswell Barry and Lucy Ann Unwin for an interactive trip through brain science history.

Arctic, Antarctic... and a Dash of Mars

Join Dr Niamh Shaw, ESA Champion in Space Education and fellow of The Explorers Club, on a warm and witty journey from the Arctic to Antarctica… with a playful dash of Mars!

Astronaut Training

Calling all budding astronauts! Come and join us at Dynamic Earth for a session that will get you ready to head to space!

Easter Bunny Breakfast

Head along to IKEA Edinburgh on Monday 6th April for their Easter Bunny Breakfast and enjoy a special visit from the Easter Bunny!

Egg-Citing Designs

Join the team at IKEA Edinburgh this April and let the kids design, decorate and personalise their very own Easter egg, using their imagination and favourite colours to make it truly unique!

Flying High

Learn about the Scottish engineering inventions that made international travel possible through fun family activities at the National Museum of Flight Scotland, part of Edinburgh Science Festival!

Jurassic Juniors Storytelling

Join us at Dynamic Earth for a 'roarsome' storytelling session suitable for children under 6 years!

Kids & Teens Easter Club (8 - 15)

Build your very own sculpture from sketches created at a visit to the museum exhibition 'GIANTS' and use your MAMMOTH creativity to fill the week with a MASSIVE array of artwork.

Marine Monsters

Join Marine Biologist and YouTuber Dr Elizabeth Mills to celebrate the weirdest and most wonderful sea creatures that you can find on Scotland’s shores!

Once Upon a Lab

Join author and illustrator duo Lucy Doyle and Kelly Zou for a lively storytelling session at the National Museum of Scotland as part of Edinburgh Science Festival!

Paper Flowers

Join the Royal Collection Trust at the Palace of Holyroodhouse this spring and have a go at making paper flowers and create a colourful bouquet to take home!

Positive Tipping Points: How to Fix the Climate Crisis

How do we get out of a climate crisis of our own making? Take an optimistic look at how we can all play a part in triggering positive tipping points to avoid the worst dangers to our future climate.

The Wiggles Tree of Wisdom Spectacular!

The Wiggles will bring their most magical live show experience to date, the Tree of Wisdom Spectacular, to Edinburgh's Usher Hall on Monday 6th April!

Why We Love Our Pets

Join psychology and human–animal interaction experts for an evening uncovering the science behind our love for pets.

Banknote Bonanza: Spring Holiday Fun

Join Museum on the Mound for fun, free, family-friendly activities throughout the Spring holidays where you can explore the family trails and discover the secret world of banknotes!

Board Game Fika

Dive into an array of board games this Easter at IKEA Edinburgh and enjoy an afternoon filled with laughter, bonding and unforgettable memories!

Creature Connections

Join the Edinburgh Zoo expert animal experiences team for an exclusive engaging and fun animal antics show and have the chance to join in the action yourself! !

Easter Camp For Fledglings And For Juniors

Join All or Nothing at the Out of the Blue Drill Hall on Tuesday 7th April for some amazing aerial fun in the Easter holidays!

Hutton in Edinburgh

Step into the 1700s and walk through Edinburgh's landscape with philosopher James Hutton and his famous Scottish Enlightenment companions, exploring Hutton's theory of a dynamic Earth.

Sick Day Detectives

Do you know what makes someone sick? Join our team of Sick Day Detectives as we investigate how our friend Alex ended up with a cold!

Stitch and Fly

Join us to discover how biologists use the humble fruit fly to explore how hormones affect the functioning and growth of our bodies.

The Future of Water: Working in Tune with Nature

Join Arup’s Global Water Lead Dr Mark Fletcher to find out what happens when the world's most essential resource starts to behave in unexpected ways?

Wee, Poo, Snot!

Join us at the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh on Tuesday 7th April for a fun-filled, interactive medical show for all ages!

Zebrafish: A Splash of Science and Art

Dive into the world of zebrafish research and discover why these little fish are so big in science at this interactive and creative workshop for Ages 5+.

Body Defenders: The Germ-Fighting Game!

Put on your lab coat to explore the hidden forces that keep us healthy in this hands-on workshop at the National Museum of Scotland on Wednesday 8th April!

Gabby’s Dollhouse Live!

Gabby's Dollhouse Live! is a brand-new stage show inspired by the magical world of the global preschool sensation from DreamWorks Animation. Don't miss it at the Edinburgh Playhouse in April!

Giants in the Kitchen: Big Science, Up Close

Step into the world of giants with Dr Josh Smalley and Peter Sawkins two 'Great British Bake Off' stars and explore the science behind baking inspired by colossal creatures!

Science is Magic!

Science is Magic uncovers the astonishing biology behind everyday life in this fun, surprising, and completely unforgettable show as part of Edinburgh Science Festival.

Your Language-Learning Superpower

Is “bnick” a word? You know it's not — but how do you know? And why does it take modern AI many lifetimes worth of words to get almost as good at language as you are?

Drift

Drift is a dance piece that explores the state of our oceans today, focusing on the impact of overfishing.

Getting Bogged Down

Get your hands dirty with University of Edinburgh scientists researching the weird, wonderful and vital ecosystems of Peatbogs!

Kids Sewing Workshop

Join Remode Collective for this hands-on Kids Sewing Workshop which focuses on practical sewing techniques that kids can use right away to repair, create, and customise their own items!

One Day. One Play. One Prompt.

Are you a musician, actor, dancer, comedian, magician, or any kind of creative performer? Join our AI-powered workshop and help create a brand-new show from concept to curtain call in just one day!

A Crack in Everything

Award-winning writer Marcus Chown tells the story of how black holes came in from the cold and presents the latest discoveries as part of Edinburgh Science Festival.

FameLab UK 26 - Scottish Finals

Join Edinburgh Science and Cheltenham Festivals for the ultimate evening of quick-fire science as we host the Scottish Regional Finals of FameLab UK 2026!

Hansel and Gretel - Easter Panto

Get ready for a cracking Easter as Reconnect Regal Theatre presents Hansel and Gretel... a panto mash-up featuring all your favourite fairytale legends!

Tiddlers Easter Holiday Workshop

Arty session for ages 6-8. Step into the Birchwood and spend two and a half hours drawing, painting, crafting and maybe getting a bit messy...

Edinburgh Conservation Film Festival

Join us for the family-friendly Edinburgh Conservation Film Festival at the National Museum of Scotland and learn about the importance of biodiversity conservation for all of us!

Planetarium Family Films: The Land Before Time

Kick off your day at Edinburgh Science Festival with a visit to Dynamic Earth's Planetarium for some roar-some films!

Space Journal: The Art and Science of Cosmic Exploration

Space Journal is a visual celebration of our perception of the cosmos, and our efforts to reach it, from the seventeenth century to the present day.

The Lothians Model Railway Exhibition

Join Pentland Model Railway Group for their annual Model Railway Exhibition when it returns to The Students Union at Heriot-Watt University on Saturday 11th and Sunday 12th April!

Planetarium Family Films: Ice Age III

Enjoy a Jurassic journey with your little explorers in this one-of-a-kind cinema experience at Dynamic Earths Planetarium as part of Edinburgh Science Festival.

Edinburgh Science Festival: CSI: Crime Scene Investigation

Become a forensic scientist, study the crime scene and find the evidence. Can you solve the mystery and help Edinburgh Science Festival catch the criminal?

Edinburgh Science Festival: Dig Up a Dinosaur

Ready to uncover dinosaur remains? Millions of years ago, dinosaurs ruled the Earth – millions of years later, it's time to find out all about them!

Edinburgh Science Festival: Splat-tastic

Get your goo on in this interactive workshop as part of Edinburgh Science Festival, be creative with chemistry and design your own slime to take home!

Journey Into Space Storytelling

Get ready to blast off in this space themed storytelling session!

Young Artists Easter Course

Young artists aged between 9 and 12 can dive into a brilliant Easter Course of painting, printmaking and 3D builds at Leith School of Art from 13th to 15th April!

Dissected from History

Join Cat Irving and Sophie Goggins at the National Museum of Scotland on Tuesday 14th April to discover the hidden stories of some important historical figures!

Edinburgh Science Festival: Mini-Medics: The Body Show

In this fast-paced and interactive family show, help Edinburgh Science Festival's medics diagnose and treat their patients while they explore the human body!

Sink or Swim: How the World Needs to Adapt to a Changing Climate

Susannah Fisher tells the story of the tough choices that lie ahead, and looks at ways we can still have a liveable planet. The choice is in our hands. Will we choose to sink or swim?

Nature’s Architecture

Explore the microscopic world in the chemistry research laboratories at The University of Edinburgh.

The Algorithm Adventure

Ever wondered how your favourite apps seem to know what you like? Step into the world of AI and algorithms to uncover the secrets behind your social feeds and game recommendations!

Truth, Trust and Trickery in the AI Age

Can you seek out what’s true in today’s tsunami of AI slop? We’ll help you navigate this new frontier of video, image and language generation in this interactive workshop.

The Ultimate Bubble Show

This show promises a whirlwind of excitement and surprises, as Ray Bubbles uses various different gases to craft stunning bubble sculptures, effects, and magical displays.

AI: The Final Frontier

Through interactive discussion we will investigate the role AI plays in interpreting the cosmos and uncover how it can act as the ‘brain’ supporting complex space missions.

Around the World Tour

Come along for an exclusive guided tour of Edinburgh Zoo after closing on Friday 17th April, led by one of our Discovery and Learning rangers!

Interacting (with) Galaxies

Despite the vastness of space, most galaxies will experience collisions. These mergers are complicated and understanding them benefits from new approaches to data representation.

Plant Pot Decorating Workshop

Kids can let their imaginations run wild this Easter on one of IKEA Edinburgh's plant pot decorating workshops!

Wonders of Space Family Festival

Dive into hands-on space-themed activities and uncover the fascinating science behind our solar system at Archerfield Walled Garden on Friday 17th April.

Edinburgh Science Festival: The Rocket Show

Strap-in, countdown, and blast-off for a show that's out of this world when explosive family-friendly adventure, The Rocket Show, returns to Edinburgh Science Festival!

Planetarium Family Films: The Good Dinosaur

Enjoy a Jurassic journey with your little explorers in this one-of-a-kind cinema experience at the Dynamic Earth Planetarium on Saturday 18th April.

Planetarium Family Films: Dinosaur

As the meteor strikes Earth, a brave dinosaur and his unlikely group of lemur friends travel across dangerous terrain to find a safe haven in this family film at the Dynamic Earth Planetarium!

Join Mearns Castle Golf Academy over the holidays for their Kids Golf Easter Camps covering all aspects of golf including putting, chipping, pitching, irons and driving!

Looking for the perfect activity for your kids this Easter break? Join GHA Rugby Club for a fun, interactive and player-focused rugby camp!

Join the Three Little Pigs for an oink-tastic musical adventure at Eastwood Park Theatre, featuring catchy songs, dancing, and fun audience participation for the whole family!

Bring the whole family to Crail Community Hall for a vibrant day of local arts and crafts, featuring over 30 unique stalls and a cafe serving delicious cakes and a savoury lunch selection!

With free entry, free parking and lots of free entertainment, the Craigtoun Easter Fayre is always a great family day out and they have lots of fun lined up for this year's event on April 4th & 5th!

Make this an Easter to remember and share special moments with your loved ones by taking part in Hill Of Tarvit Mansion and Gardens' annual Easter Egg Trail!

Stock up on a selection of unique handmade Easter gifts when Parkhead Congregational Church host their annual Easter Craft Fair on Saturday 21st March!

Come and explore artworks together with your wee ones at the Hunterian Art Gallery's Little Look Club and let their imaginations flow!

Big Feed is proud to be working with the Govan Graving Docks Trust to bring a weekend of street-food, bars and markets back to Govan over the Easter weekend!

Brought to you by Makers and Merchants Markets, Brewers, Bites & Beats is a family-friendly foodie festival coming to Lanark Agricultural Centre on Saturday 18th April!

Kids will learn how bugs and worms keep soil healthy for plants to grow when they become a Spring Explorer this April at the National Museum of Rural Life!

Expect enormous bottoms, edible fireworks, burp machines and the world's loudest fart when The Utterly Revolting Science Show comes to Cumbernauld Theatre on Saturday 18th April!

The Great Baldini and Peter Clifford bring Holmes & Watson - The Curious Case of the Masked Magician to Paisley Arts Centre on Wednesday 15th April!

Celebrate 10 years of Artie's solo adventures in this fun-filled, sing-along show for all ages at Johnstone Town Hall on Tuesday 7th April!

Come along and browse a fantastic selection of stalls as Paisley Salvation Army host their popular Spring Craft Fayre on Saturday 18th April!

Young Creatives at The Stirling Smith is an exhibition of portfolio artwork from the seven high schools across the region showcasing the extraordinary talent thriving within school art departments.

Katy Ellis, a self obsessed 'Swiftie' with an incredible live band and dancers, promises to deliver the most authentic recreation of a Taylor Swift show you will ever see at The Albert Halls!

Experience an exciting evening at Macrobert Arts Centre on Saturday 11th April as local stars and guest performers ignite the stage with a vibrant showcase of dance, song, and theatre!

Make this an Easter to remember and share special moments with your loved ones by taking part in Culzean Castle's annual Easter Egg Trail!

Make this an Easter to remember and share special moments with your loved ones by taking part in Robert Burns Birthplace Museum's annual Easter Egg Trail!

This spring, Kelburn Castle invites you to explore the forest, rebuild the story, and draw the sword in a magical, self-led adventure inspired by the legendary tale of King Arthur!