Easter Events in Nottinghamshire

Join us as we look forward to the Easter break in Nottingham and Nottinghamshire from Monday April 7th - Monday April 21th 2025! Keep reading for your round-up of eggscellent events and fun finds to keep you and your little ones entertained this holiday.

Beautiful Nottinghamshire

Spring is a great time to get out and discover the gardens, beauty spots and nature reserves in your area. One of the greenest cities in the UK, with a massive 74 Green Flag Award Parks and a county full of lush countryside greener than Robin Hood’s hat, there’s no shortage of places to visit in Nottingham and Nottinghamshire.

Take a look at our Great Outdoors page for inspiration, or plan a perfect picnic with our guide to independent cafes and delis where you can fill your basket and pretty parks nearby. Or why not make a day of it with a walk in Highfields Park before taking to the boating lake? The lake usually re-opens from early April with canoes, row boats and KataKanus available to rent.

Easter Egg Hunts, Trails and Expeditions

A time honoured tradition for families come Easter, egg hunts and trails have become some of the most popular staples at this time of year and families won't be dissppointed this year.

Hop over to Southwell Racecourse on Sunday, April 20th, 2024, for a fun-filled Easter Family Fun Day! With kids going free, it’s the perfect way to celebrate the season with the whole family. Enjoy thrilling horse racing alongside exciting Easter-themed entertainment like a funfair, face painting, a pony race, an Easter egg giveaway, a treasure hunt, and a petting zoo. With so much to see and do, it’s a day packed with fun for all ages. Book your tickets in advance and grab a family bundle for just £23, which includes two adults and up to four U18s (limited availability). Don’t miss out on this egg-stra special event!

Fantastic Food

Looking for something a bit different than the typical chocolate filled feast that is Easter time. Well hop into an egg-citing Easter event with Peter & Lilly Rabbit at Thoresby Park on Sunday, 13th April 2025, at 9am in the Riding Hall! This special experience includes a cooked breakfast, fresh juice or a hot drink, and plenty of entertainment from everyone’s favourite characters. A perfect way to kick off the Easter festivities with the family! Tickets are just £12.50 per person (plus booking fee), and due to the event's popularity, every attendee will need a ticket. Please note that pushchairs will need to be left outside for safety reasons, but babies in arms do not require a ticket. High chairs will be available for ticket holders, and groups under 10 may share tables. Don’t miss out on this magical breakfast experience—book your tickets today!

If you're after a wide selection of Easter specific goodies to stock up on, Luisa's Vegan Chocolates is our top recommendation at this time of year! 

More Easter Fun

There are loads of other fun things happening this Easter here in Nottingham and Nottinghamshire!

Holme Pierrepont Country Park are hosting a number of activities this Easter, including a lagoon wipeout. Thoresby Park will be hosting their equestrian spring eventing over the Easter weekend and will also host an Easter Egg Hunt! If you're feeling artsy, Sherwood Forest Visitor Centre will be hosting a Easter Clay Creations Workshop, with the chance to make whimsical characters and designs. This Easter you can also trace the steps of a young Queen Victoria at the Heights of Abraham, offering your little ones the chance to enjoy fancy dress and win a golden Easter egg! Newark will be a hub of activity at the National Civil War Centre for their Easter Family Saturday with egg decorating workshops and more! 

Harts Nottingham are hosting a fantastic Easter Baking Competition, with some eggcellent prizes on offer! Any Easter bakes can be entered... cupcakes, cookies, traybakes. Entrants can be any age, and the winners will be chosen for the most creative entry! Prizes include an Afternoon Tea for Two at Harts for the adults and tickets to see The Wizard of Oz at Theatre Royal for the little ones.

For more ideas and inspiration, head to the Visit Nottinghamshire What's on Page or click on the 'All Easter Events' box below to see a whole range of Easter events!