The Easter holidays are here, so treat the family to a day in Bristol as there are lots of things to see and do come rain or shine. Discover family-friendly things to do and special events to keep the kids entertained during the Easter break in Bristol.
Top Easter picks
Enjoy some family-friendly theatre shows, including The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show or The Koala Who Could at Bristol Old Vic, The Wizard of Oz at The Redgrave Theatre and Princess Smartypants at The Wardrobe Theatre.
Climb aboard the Chocolate Train at the Avon Valley Railway on Easter weekend, or head to Berkeley Castle to watch a Civil War re-enactment or meet the Tudors.
Sports fans can see England take on Belgium as the Lionesses return to Ashton Gate for their UEFA Nations League match on 4 April, or watch the rugby on 20 April as Bristol Bears play against Leicester Tigers at Ashton Gate Stadium. More of a cricket fan? Watch Gloucestershire Women v Derbyshire Falcons on 19 April.
Outdoor family fun
There are plenty of eggs-citing Easter trails for little ones to explore during the school holidays, from an Easter Eggsplorers Trail at Bristol Zoo Project to the Golden Egg Treasure Hunt at Avon Valley Adventure Park, or the Easter Dinosaur Egg Hunt at The Grand Pier in Weston-Super-Mare.
Take a trip around Bristol's historic harbour with Bristol Ferry, enjoy fish and chips aboard The Matthew, or join a historical walk along Bristol’s dockside to hear about infamous pirates and privateers.
Get the kids trying a new skill at Mendip Activity Centre, including archery, skiing and axe throwing, get them searching for glowing Dragon Eggs underground, or taking part in the Easter Tobogganing Egg Hunt.
Thrillseekers will also love spending a day out on the high ropes course in Ashton Court Estate, a Tree Top Challenge in the Forest of Dean, or walkways through the trees at Westonbirt Arboretum and Bristol Zoo Project.
Great value days out
The South West Attractions VIP Pass is back, making family days out even more exciting and affordable this spring. Book a ticket to Wookey Hole, Cheddar Gorge and Caves, Mendip Activity Centre, Noah's Ark Zoo Farm, Puxton Park or West Country Water Park to receive discount codes for the other attractions in the list!
Wonderful Water Festival is taking place in Sparks Bristol and John Wesley's New Room throughout the Easter break, featuring free exhibitions, craft sessions, dance workshops and more.
Take the kids along on a free Easter trail, whether you choose to look for Reg the rabbit and his friends at Ashton Court Estate or spot the bunnies around the shops in Clifton Village.
Bristol has over 400 beautiful parks and natural open spaces where you can appreciate the beauty of spring - visit the bigger parks such as Ashton Court, Blaise Castle Estate, Stoke Park Estate, and Oldbury Court for a great day out for all of the family.
Check out our Easter offers for more great discounts on family activities, or take a look at list of 60 free things to do in Bristol. You can also browse upcoming free events.
Easter Sunday Activities
Book in for a tasty roast dinner on Easter Sunday, whether you opt for a homely lunch at The Cottage or Ring o' Bells, an award-winning roast at BANK, or the opulent surrounds of Brunel's SS Great Britain.
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