At Portsmouth Historic Dockyard
Put some 'bounce' in your step this Spring with a host of fun-filled Easter activities for the whole family to enjoy. With longer and warmer days, Easter is a special time to breathe in the fresh air and embrace the great outdoors! From traditional Easter Egg trails to adventurous exploring, we've got some great ideas to get you 'hunting', 'searching' and 'discovering' South East England this Easter with top activities to do across the holidays!
Our family fun ideas provide you with some great days out and events across the destination. Visit our full events calendar at the bottom of the page, full to the brim with 'Egg-citing events!
Planning a Easter Holiday break to the South East? Discover great value accommodation for a spring family getaway. You can also search by destinations to link up with the local official tourism websites across the region. Our newsletter archive is also a great place to discover things to do in South East England.
If you are looking for things to do in this Easter holiday or Easter weekend with the kids take a look at our recommendations below:
Don't forget our rainy day guide is also there to help whatever the Easter holiday weather brings, and you'll find a wealth of free things to do helping to put a spring into you step!
Most counties in South East England have Easter School Holidays returning between Saturday 28th March and 12th April 2026, with Easter Sunday falling on 5th April 2026. Schools in Kent will start their holidays from 3rd April until 19th April 2026.
There are two bank holidays, one on Good Friday, 3rd April 2026 and Easter Monday, 6th April 2026.
Find out what's on this Easter in Kent, Sussex, Hampshire, Dorset, Surrey, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and on the Isle of Wight below. Use the Map View button to find something near you.
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Outdoor Event / Activities
Faversham
Celebrate the start of spring! Discover Japanese art & culture amidst the breathtaking blossoming orchards.
Thank you to our Sponsor, The Great Britain Sasakawa Foundation.
Celebrate cherry blossom in Kent and discover traditions, tastes, arts and…
Comedy
Maidenhead
Two top comedians preview their latest work ahead of the Edinburgh Festival.
Marise Gaughan
Marise Gaughan is a critically-acclaimed comedian and author from Dublin.
As a stand-up comedian, Marise started her career in Los Angeles, appearing in on…
Heritage & History
Portsmouth
Step into a world of clicks, calls and curious creatures as we explore the sounds of the sea. Long before modern technology, sailors relied on careful listening to understand weather conditions, spot wildlife and stay safe at sea. Today, sound…
Walking
The Hard, Portsmouth
Have fun (re-)discovering Portsmouth, spotting things you've never noticed before, with two quirky treasure hunt style heritage walks - a fun and affordable way to get some fresh air, whilst finding out about this fascinating port. Curious About…
Childrens Events
Whiteley, Fareham
Make your Sundays better with
KIDS EAT FREE at The Parsons Collar
With on paying adult
A great wat to finish of your busy week. On Sunday's eat FREE with a paying adult. Not to be used in conjunction wiht any other offer or discount.
To book…
Tour
Oxford
Explore the fascinating city of Oxford with ease, with a City Sightseeing Bus and Walking Tour.
With 18 bus stops to hop on and off at, entry to the Carfax Tower to enjoy views of Oxford and a 45 minute walking tour 'Stepping Through Oxford' this…
Childrens Events
Chichester
Create book illustrations inspired by your favourite toy!
Inspired by William Nicholson's enchanting illustrations for The Velveteen Rabbit, children will explore storytelling and illustration through their favourite toy.
In this hands-on…
Childrens Events
Sevenoaks
Come and join us at Sevenoaks Wildlife Reserve and discover what's living in the pond!
Come and have a go at pond dipping at Sevenoaks Wildlife Reserve.
Kent Wildlife Trust's Education team will show you the best techniques for dipping, making…
Outdoor Event / Activities
Southampton
Looking for fun things to do with kids this Easter holiday in Hampshire? Escape the ordinary and head to Go Ape Southampton, located in the stunning 440-acre Itchen Valley Country Park, for an active outdoor adventure designed to keep your whole…
Food
Maidenhead
Buy direct from local farmers, growers and dedicated small artisan producers and benefit from fresh quality food, honestly produced with a known provenance.
Guided Walk
Worthing
A smalltown mystery is a digital activity where you read a story, search for clues, answer questions and solve a mystery. You walk in the town center for about an hour. After the walk it’s perfect to finish off with a coffee break to solve the…
Arts
Sidcup
About the Event
Everything You Need to Paint a Masterpiece
Join The Paint Club for a relaxed and creative evening of painting! One of our friendly artists will guide you step-by-step from a blank canvas to your very own work of art.
Each artist…
Arts
Bordon
About the Event
Everything You Need to Paint a Masterpiece
Join The Paint Club for a relaxed and creative evening of painting! One of our friendly artists will guide you step-by-step from a blank canvas to your very own work of art.
Each artist…
Outdoor Event / Activities
Faversham
For 3 days over Easter Brogdale Collections opens its beautiful orchards for visitors to enjoy a fun-filled Easter Trail, kids activities and food.
During the bank holiday Easter Weekend, families can take part in a trail through the orchards, have…
Walking
Millmead, Guildford
Have fun (re-)discovering Guildford, spotting things you've never noticed before, with two quirky treasure hunt style heritage walks - a fun and affordable way to get some fresh air, whilst exploring this charming town. Curious About Guildford…
Special Events
Woking
Treat yourself to a delightful two-night getaway with our dinner, bed, and breakfast package, complete with a complimentary bottle of house wine in your room upon arrival. Experience the cosy comfort of our accommodations as you relax and unwind…
Comedy
Maidenhead
Hal is back with a brand-new tour for 2025/2026 with a show that promises to stick it to 'The Man', as long as 'The Man' doesn't stick it back to him.
With his trademark hard-hitting 'take no prisoners' comedy (this is what Hal told me to write!!!)…
Childrens Events
Sandling, Maidstone
Explore Tyland Barn Nature Park and Gardens and take part in a spring salt-dough mosaic workshop with our Education Team. Pop along from10:30am -12pm to join us for this natural craft session.
During the session you will design and make your own…
Arts
Oxted
About the Event
Everything You Need to Paint a Masterpiece
Join The Paint Club for a relaxed and creative evening of painting! One of our friendly artists will guide you step-by-step from a blank canvas to your very own work of art.
Each artist…
Arts
Heathfield
About the Event
Everything You Need to Paint a Masterpiece
Join The Paint Club for a relaxed and creative evening of painting! One of our friendly artists will guide you step-by-step from a blank canvas to your very own work of art.
Each artist…
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