Easter Holiday Events in Edinburgh in April 2025
Scroll down to view the events taking place in Edinburgh during April 2025, or use the filters to narrow down the results.
Events in Edinburgh
Cuddly Corgi Treasure Hunt
Looking to entertain the kids? Come and spot our cuddly corgis hiding around Britannia’s tour route.
READ MORE
Arthur’s Secrets
Come along on a guided walk to learn more about Arthur's Seat's turbulent past, created by fire and ice!
READ MORE
Easter Camps At ESMS School
Calling all young adventurers! Get ready for the ultimate holiday escape at ESMS Mary Erskine’s this Easter!
READ MORE
A Minecraft Movie at ODEON Edinburgh West
ODEON Edinburgh West is screening A Minecraft Movie during the Easter break and giving away a free Minecraft in-game jet pack add-on when you book a screening of the film between 4th and 6th April!
READ MORE
Easter @ ‘The Anatomist’ Escape Room
Easter is the perfect time to gather your team of family and friends to take on 'The Anatomist' - Edinburgh’s award winning historical escape room!
READ MORE
Easter at ‘The Deacon’s Cabinet’ Escape Room
This Easter, in addition to the usual mind-bending puzzles at The Deacon's Cabinet, there’s a little something extra to discover, a number of small chocolate eggs… will your team find them?
READ MORE
Conifox Easter Festival
Get ready for an eggs-traordinary Easter as Edinburgh’s Conifox Adventure Park welcomes families to its much-loved Easter Festival, running on weekends from 5th to 20th April 2025!
READ MORE
Crafternoons
Looking for something fun to do with the kids? Then come along to these FREE arts and crafts sessions this Easter at the Scottish Parliament!
READ MORE
Edinburgh Science Festival: Creatures of the Planet
Meet some of our incredible animals as they showcase their remarkable natural behaviours and instincts at Edinburgh Zoo!
READ MORE
Edinburgh Science Festival: DiscoveryLab
Play the role of scientist and let your curiosity run wild as you discover our living laboratory at the City Art Centre!
READ MORE
Edinburgh Science Festival: Rainforest Adventure
Discover the tropical rainforest with Dynamic Earth's family drop-in activities as part of Edinburgh Science Festival!
READ MORE
Edinburgh Science Festival: The Art of Rocks
Get inspired by geology in this creative illustration workshop at Dynamic Earth!
READ MORE
Edinburgh Science Festival: The Ornithopter
A celebration of spectacular failure based on the myth of Icarus, this new work-in-progress is an intimate walk-through performance experience.
READ MORE
Edinburgh Science Festival: Tiny Archives of Earth and Time
This exhibition, presented by researchers from Heriot-Watt University, highlights the importance of these microorganisms as tiny authors and record keepers.
READ MORE
Hop aboard The Royal Yacht Britannia this Easter
Hop aboard The Royal Yacht Britannia for an egg-cellent day out this Easter holiday and experience the UK's Best Attraction!
READ MORE
Board Game Fika!
Dive into an array of board games here at IKEA Edinburgh and enjoy an afternoon filled with laughter, bonding and unforgettable memories!
READ MORE
Easter Camps At St Georges
School's out so come and join The Wild Outdoors at St George's School for an adventure-packed experience this Easter!
READ MORE
Edinburgh Science Festival: Meet the Marine Scientists
Meet marine scientists for some amazing activities in this drop-in event at Dynamic Earth!
READ MORE
Young Artists Easter Course for 9-12 Year Olds
Leith School of Art is running a Young Artists Easter Course, suitable for 9-12 Year Olds, from 7th to 11th April.
READ MORE
Andy and the Odd Socks
Andy and the Odd Socks bring their brilliant madcap mix of songs, slapstick and silliness to life with a show to entertain families of all ages!
READ MORE
Edinburgh Science Festival: Animal Adventures
Have you ever wanted to track a tiger? How about tagging a turtle? In this family digital workshop, you can do just that!
READ MORE
Edinburgh Science Festival: Spring Explorers
Embark on an adventure with the Discovery and Learning team at Edinburgh Zoo through visiting our animals and unique spaces in this 3-hour session for ages 6+.
READ MORE
Kid’s Easter Wreath Making!
Join us in our customer restaurant at IKEA Edinburgh this Easter half term and get crafting, creating an Easter bunny or Easter Egg wreath!
READ MORE
Splat! Kids Art Classes Edinburgh
Bring the kids along to Splat Edinburgh this Easter and unleash their creativity in in a safe, nurturing environment!
READ MORE
Edinburgh Science Festival: Wildlife Adventurers
Discover our wildlife garden at Edinburgh Zoo and participate in experimental play and a range of fun engaging activities!
READ MORE
Hotel Chocolat Easter Experience
Celebrate the countdown to Easter at this exclusive, family-friendly event at Hotel Chocolat Fort Kinnaird and taste some of their chocolatiers' imaginative Easter creations!
READ MORE
The Sorcerer
A magical chance to experience one of Gilbert & Sullivan's lesser-known gems, "The Sorcerer" is sure to conjure up enjoyment for all the family!
READ MORE
The Sound of Music - Forth Children’s Theatre
Forth Children's Theatre proudly present the youth production of the timeless musical 'The Sound of Music' at Broughton High School in April.
READ MORE
Edinburgh Science Festival: Ocean Explorers
Dive deep into this early years session, where children and their grown ups can enjoy a fun mix of storytelling, singing and crafting, all based around the ocean!
READ MORE
Edinburgh Science Festival: Planet Power
If you love gems, volcanoes and all things rocky, join us at Dynamic Earth for a meet and greet with scientists from the British Geological Survey!
READ MORE
Bunny Bunting
Create your very own Bunny Bunting at IKEA Edinburgh this Easter, it's perfect for little hands and big imaginations!
READ MORE
Edinburgh Science Festival: Dynamic Earth Family Outdoor Day
Kickstart a family adventure in Holyrood Park with Dynamic Earth this Easter!
READ MORE
The Wee Mermaid
Join us under the sea at Reconnect Regal Theatre in Bathgate this April as we present “The Wee Mermaid” written by Sam Stuart Fraser!
READ MORE
Chocolate Café
Watch as our IKEA food team show us some family-friendly Easter dessert using our signature IKEA products – perfect for the whole family to enjoy!
READ MORE
EasterFest at Dalkeith Country Park
EasterFest at Dalkeith Country Park is here, bringing a basketful of egg-citing events for the whole family running across two action-packed weekends!
READ MORE
Edinburgh Science Festival: Step to Sustainability
Join us for an exclusive guided tour of Edinburgh Zoo after closing, led by one of our rangers, followed by a talk at our new solar meadow.
READ MORE
Egg Tray - Eco- resin Craft Workshop
Join Polymorphics for a delightful crafting experience and learn the techniques to craft your very own eggcellent tray!
READ MORE
Heure du conte spécial Pâques
Come to celebrate Easter with stories, crafts, and an exciting Egg Hunt at the Institut français d'Ecosse on Saturday 12th April!
READ MORE
The Lothians Model Railway Show
Join Pentland Model Railway Group for their 3rd annual model railway exhibition on 12th & 13th April in The Students Union, Heriot-Watt University!
READ MORE
Botanics Easter Trail
The Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh’s (RBGE) Easter trail returns for another year, Hop along to the John Hope Gateway to pick up a booklet!
READ MORE
Sustainable Skies
Join us for family activities across four days at the National Museum of Flight, as part of Edinburgh Science Festival.
READ MORE
Easter Quiz Night!
Join us in our customer restaurant on Wednesday 16th of April for our Easter quiz night with fun IKEA prizes!
READ MORE
Family Sewing Class: Clothing Repair
Whether you’re a parent wanting to teach your child essential life skills or a young sewist eager to learn, this hands-on workshop will show you how to repair your clothes with confidence.
READ MORE
Family Sewing Day: Upcycled Jeans Apron
This Artisan Stitch family sewing day is the perfect opportunity for kids aged 7+ and their parents to bond while transforming old denim jeans into personalised aprons.
READ MOREEaster 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!
READ MOREEaster 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!
READ MOREEaster 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!
READ MOREEaster Eggsplorer Trails
Historic Environment Scotland invites you to find the clues and complete the challenge at the Easter Eggsplorer Trail at Linlithgow Palace!
READ MOREEaster Eggsplorer Trails
Historic Environment Scotland invites you to find the clues and complete the challenge at the Easter Eggsplorer Trail at Blackness Castle!
READ MOREEaster Eggsplorer Trails
Historic Environment Scotland invites you to find the clues and complete the challenge at the Easter Eggsplorer Trail at Craigmillar Castle!
READ MOREEaster Eggsplorer Trails
Historic Environment Scotland invites you to find the clues and complete the challenge at the Easter Eggsplorer Trail at Dirleton Castle.
READ MORE
Easter Magic Workshops at Newhailes
Join us at Newhailes House and Gardens for an amazing magic show this Easter, followed with a workshop to learn some tricks of your own!
READ MORE
Easter Outdoor Fun
Enjoy some Easter outdoor fun at Lauriston Castle with an easter trail or egg hunt quiz!
READ MORE
Hopetoun House and Grounds: 2025 Opening Weekend
From Friday 18th April 2025, Hopetoun House & Grounds welcomes you for another season of history, nature and exploration.
READ MORE
Behold the Man: The Edinburgh Easter Play
Join us in West Princes Street Gardens to watch the annual passion play bringing the Easter Story to life! To mark the 20th year of the production, the play is Behold the Man!
READ MORE
Breakfast With The Bunny
Come along to Hard Rock Cafe Edinburgh on Saturday 19th April and have breakfast with the Easter Bunny, get some egg-cellent treats, and take part in some colouring in!
READ MORE
Earth Day Kids Crafts
Join us in our Swedish restaurant at IKEA Edinburgh on 19th & 20th April, where children can get involved in creating some Earth day inspired crafts!
READ MORE
Easter Breakfast with BJORN!
Join the IKEA Edinburgh team in their customer restaurant and enjoy breakfast with Bjorn Bear this Easter!
READ MORE
Easter Egg Hunt!
Join us in the Children's section at Waterstones Edinburgh West End on 19th and 20th April for activities and an Easter Trail - with prizes!
READ MORE
Easter Egg Trail at Malleny Garden
Make this an Easter to remember and share special moments with your loved ones by taking part in Kellie Castle's annual Easter Egg Trail!
READ MORE
Spring Hoolie at The Pitt
Kick off your Easter weekend in style at The Pitt Spring Hoolie, with Scottish trad tunes, lively ceilidh dancing and good times all day long!
READ MORE
Easter Family Fun Day
Join us at the Ghillie Dhu for an Easter Fun Day on Sunday, April 20th, filled with exciting activities for the whole family!
READ MORE
Easter Sunday Family Fun at McLarens on the Corner
Join us at McLarens on the Corner for a fun-filled Easter and help us support an amazing cause!
READ MORE
Arthur’s Amble
Come along for a gentle guided walk around Hunter’s Bog and St. Margaret’s Loch and learn more about Arthur’s Seat’s turbulent past, created by fire and ice!
READ MORESponsored Links
Easter Holiday Events in East Renfrewshire
Here's a selection of Easter Holiday Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On East Renfrewshire:
Whitelee Windfarm Visitor Centre Science Workshops
Whitelee Windfarm Visitor Centre are delighted to be hosting their ever-popular Science Workshops over the Easter Holidays!
READ MORE
Pro-Soccer Easter Football Camp
Pro-Soccer's Easter Football Camp offers fun and innovative classes designed to give children an enjoyable start to the nation's favourite game during the school holidays!
READ MORE
Barrhead Easter Egg Trail
Grab your favourite grown-up and venture into Barrhead on Saturday 19th April for the annual Barrhead Easter Egg Trail!
READ MOREEaster Holiday Events in Fife
Here's a selection of Easter Holiday Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
Easter Egg Trail at Hill Of Tarvit Mansion and Gardens
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!
READ MORE
7-11 Girls Only Session Easter Basketball Camp 2025
Do you want to play some Basketball and play basketball matches? Then come along to the Fife Steel Easter Basketball Camp for girls ages 7-11 years!
READ MORE
Easter Eggsplorer Trails
Historic Environment Scotland invites you to find the clues and complete the challenge at the Easter Eggsplorer Trail at St Andrews Castle!
READ MOREEaster Holiday Events in Glasgow
Here's a selection of Easter Holiday Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:
Spring Pottery Class: Easter Chick Egg Cup
Get creative during the holidays with a fun pottery workshop at Creative Bloc where you'll make your own egg cup in the shape of an adorable easter chic!
READ MORE
Springfest: The Scottish Food & Drink Festival
Springfest, The Scottish Food & Drink Festival, returns for 2025, celebrating delicious local produce on the beautiful bonny banks of Loch Lomond!
READ MORE
Eggstravaganza at The Forge Market
The Forge Market have lots of free activities planned for the kids on Easter Sunday, 20th April!
READ MOREEaster Holiday Events in Lanarkshire
Here's a selection of Easter Holiday Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
New Lanark Easter Festival
This Easter at New Lanark, there are a variety of exciting activities to take part in including a scavenger hunt, bonnet making and parade and the Great New Lanark Duck Race!
READ MORE
Mr Fibbers: On The Plectrum
Mr Fibbers and his guitar are back, and he's here to encourage all the minions out there to embrace their wonderful brains!
READ MORE
Bellshill Pump Track Spring Clean
Join Trash Free Trails and partner Velosolutions for a spring clean at the Bellshill Pump Track on Friday 18th April!
READ MOREEaster Holiday Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde
Here's a selection of Easter Holiday Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
Making Memories Easter Holiday Club
Making Memories Childcare in Paisley are running a Holiday Club for primary school age children during the Easter Holidays!
READ MORE
Easter Egg Trail at Weavers Cottage
Make this an Easter to remember and share special moments with your loved ones by taking part in Weavers Cottage's annual Easter Egg Trail!
READ MORE
Performance 101: Act, Sing, Dance
Learn how to dance, sing and act in a relaxed and inclusive environment to gain theatre performance skills and have fun with a group of young people with the same interests!
READ MOREEaster Holiday Events in Stirling
Here's a selection of Easter Holiday Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
Fair Day Film - Honey, I shrunk the kids
Join Bo'ness Children's Fair Festival this Easter Break as we follow the Szalinski and Thompson kids on a big adventure to return to normal size!
READ MORE
Maggie’s Forth Valley Easter Wreath Making Workshop
Join us at Maggie's Forth Valley on Thursday 3rd April for a night of Easter wreath-making fun led by one of our wonderful volunteers!
READ MORE
Eggsplore Mugdock this Easter Weekend
Check out the fun packed programme at Mugdock Country Park this Easter weekend - 18th to 21st April.
READ MOREEvents in Other Areas
Peter Pan and the Quest for the Easter Treasure
Join Peter Pan, Tinkerbell, Captain Hook, and Mr. Smee for a family-friendly adventure filled with excitement, laughter, and a sprinkle of pixie dust at Kelburn Castle this Easter!
READ MORESponsored Links
Sponsored Links