Easter activities for kids
Rain or shine, baking and easy crafts for the whole family
Posted on 10-02-26, updated on 12-03-26By: Lauren M. | 5 minute read
Easter activities for kids
Easter is the perfect excuse to get outside, enjoy the fresh air and let the kids run wild, especially when you’re away on a spring break with Hoseasons! Whether you’re staying in a cosy lodge with a hot tub, a family-friendly holiday park or a tranquil coastal cabin, there are so many fun ways to mark the long weekend together. If you're staying for a weekend break, or bringing the whole family for a whole week, Easter is a lovely time of year for some wholesome reconnection time. With our 3 for 2 on selected breaks, there couldn't be a more perfect opportunity.
From woodland egg hunts and crafty afternoons to chocolatey bakes and nature walks, we’ve pulled together our favourite Easter-themed activities to help you make the most of your stay, come rain or shine!
Hop into an Easter break
Don’t let the Easter holidays slip by. Bag a last-minute lodge or park break and enjoy family time, fresh air and a well-earned change of scene. And enjoy up to 30% off!
Best for crafters: DIY Easter bonnets
Bring the tradition to life with a mini craft session around the kitchen table. Use ribbons, paper flowers and pom-poms to let kids (and adults!) create their own wearable Easter masterpiece.
What you’ll need: Straw hats or card bases, glue dots, decorations
Don’t miss: A mini catwalk or photo parade outside your lodge.
Why it works: It’s fun, nostalgic and makes for adorable photos, plus it keeps little hands busy if the weather’s not playing ball.
More Easter craft ideas | What you'll need | Why it's great |
|---|---|---|
Paper Plate Easter Chicks | Paper plates, yellow paint or crayons, googly eyes, card for beak and wings | Simple, cheerful, and ideal for younger children |
Bunny Ears Headbands | Card or paper, cotton wool, glue, headband or card strip | Easy to wear and fun to parade around your holiday |
Thumbprint Easter Cards | Coloured paint, card, pens for decorating | Personal, easy on the mess, and great for keepsakes |
Egg Carton Daffodils | Empty egg cartons, yellow paint, green straws or pipe cleaners, scissors, glue | Eco-friendly and perfectly spring-themed |
Best for sweet tooths: No-bake rocky road
Make the most of your holiday park kitchen with an easy, no-fuss recipe. Mix melted chocolate with crushed biscuits, marshmallows and mini eggs, then chill until set.
What you’ll need: Chocolate, biscuits, marshmallows, mini eggs
Don’t miss: Letting kids add their own toppings. Anything like jelly beans, sprinkles, and popcorn!
Why it works: No oven required, easy to make, and the perfect treat after your egg hunt.
More sweet treat recipes | Ingredients | Method |
|---|---|---|
Mini Egg Nest Cakes | Cornflakes, melted chocolate, mini eggs | Mix melted chocolate with cereal, spoon into cases, top with mini eggs and chill until set |
Bunny Tail Cookies | Sugar cookie dough, icing sugar, coconut, mini marshmallows | Bake round cookies, ice and cover with coconut, then top with a marshmallow for the tail |
Carrot Patch Cupcakes | Chocolate cupcakes, chocolate frosting, crushed Oreos, strawberries | Frost cupcakes, top with crushed Oreos, and decorate with a dipped strawberry 'carrot' |
Easy Carrot Fudge | White chocolate, condensed milk, orange food colouring, carrot shaped moulds (optional) | Melt chocolate with condensed milk, colour orange, pour into moulds, chill and slice |
Best for nature lovers: Spring scavenger hunt
Take your walk up a notch with a nature-themed scavenger hunt. Spot signs of spring like daffodils, blossom, buzzing bees or birdsong. Why not try your hand at spotting birds too? Use our easy, family-friendly birdwatching guide to get started.
What you’ll need: A simple printed list or homemade clues
Don’t miss: Turning it into a photo challenge with your camera!
Why it works: It’s free, active and adds a little curiosity to your daily wander. Great for exploring woodland parks or coastal paths.
Activity | What you'll need | How it works |
|---|---|---|
Spring Colour Hunt | Colour list (e.g. yellow), pen and clipboard, or camera | Spot items in nature or surroundings that match a specific colour. Either write down your finds, or take pictures! |
Birdsong Bingo | Bird checklist (with sounds/images), pen | Tick off birds you hear or see. Extra points for both! |
Animal Tracks Trail | Footprint guide, notebook or camera | Look for and identify animal signs like tracks, feathers, nests or fur. |
Texture Trail | Blindfold (optional), touch-safe areas | Find and describe natural textures like bark, moss, stone, etc. Blindfolded version adds a bit of fun! |
Best rainy day rescue: Craft corner calm
If the clouds roll in, set up a craft table indoors. Print bunny colouring pages, make paper chicks or turn paper plates into Easter masks. For more inspiration on how to deal with the weather in some of our favourite Easter destinations, explore our rainy day guides to Cornwall, Dorset, Devon and the Lake District.
What you’ll need: Colouring pens, craft paper, feathers, glue
Don’t miss: Displaying your creations around your holiday home
Why it works: Keeps everyone entertained indoors and gives kids something to show off later.
Activity | What you'll need | How it works |
|---|---|---|
Easter Movie Afternoon | Cosy blankets, Easter-themed snacks, family film. | Set up a mini cinema in your lodge, complete with popcorn and chocolate nests. |
Pin the tail on the bunny | Bunny poster, cotton wool tails, blindfold, sticky tack | A twist on the classic party game! Stick the tail on the bunny while blindfolded. |
Easter Story Time | Books or audio stories with a spring or Easter theme. | Create a cosy reading nook and share seasonal tales with kids, or listen to audio versions together. |
Bunny Bingo | Printable bingo cards with Easter images, pens or counters. | Spot and mark images like chicks, eggs, carrots, bonnets. Prizes for a full row or card! |
DIY Easter Puppet Show | Paper bags or socks, googly eyes, felt, card, glue. | Make Easter characters and put on a mini puppet show. Let kids create and perform their own stories. |
Spring Sensory Bins | Pasta, rice, chickpeas, mini eggs, plastic spoons, cups. | Fill a tub with Easter-coloured sensory materials. Hide mini toys for added fun! |
Make it yours
Easter is all about quality time, and with a Hoseasons break, you’ve got everything you need to make it extra special. From lazy hot tub afternoons to woodland wanders and deck-side picnics, you’ll make memories without even trying. If you're stuck for a specific location, why not let our blog on where to find the best spring blooms guide you?
Whether you’re after a park with onsite activities or a peaceful lodge surrounded by birdsong, our Easter stays are ready when you are. Let spring do its thing, and don’t forget the chocolate eggs!
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