Family-Friendly Things to Do at Easter

The spring has returned and the Easter holidays are on the horizon. There are plenty of family-friendly activities to keep children busy during Easter in NewcastleGateshead from hands-on workshops and craft sessions to new exhibitions at your favourite attractions. Families looking for things to do during the school holidays will be pleased to hear that there are also a great range of free events taking place.

Read on for our guide to keep your kids busy during Easter in Newcastle and Gateshead.

Have an art filled day out this Easter and explore BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art. Get creative with the little ones and take part in a number of free family friendly workshops as part of the brand new BALTIC Family Programme. 

Join artist Sue Loughlin for Paint! a workshop exploring different paint techniques using a mixture of tools and materials. 

Learn all about sculpturing during Sculpt! with Zoe Allen, and make a personal monument to tell the world all about you. This workshop is perfect for families with children aged 5-12! 

If you're feeling inspired after the workshop, why not take a look at the free exhibitions taking place across each floor?

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The abundance of museums in NewcastleGateshead means you will be never short of educational days out. Many of the Tyne and Wear Museums are free entry too, meaning the day out doesn't have to break the bank. Head to Discovery Museum for the Brick Show LEGO® weekend. See some of the newest LEGO® models and displays, take part in a range of fun STEM and speed build activities as well as browse specially selected LEGO® traders and sellers.

Head to Great North Museum: Hancock for the return of the Moving Parts Puppetry Festival. This colourful and fun festival is taking place in a variety of venues across the city, including Great North Museum. There are free drop-in activities happening such as Toon Underground Parade exhibition which will show a selection of the giant puppets, costumes and masks that will have taken part in the exciting parade earlier in the week. 

Budding scientists can enjoy a day out at Life this Easter where there are many 'egg-cellent' events taking place. Make your own ‘egg’ catapult in the Making Studios, delve into the science of how to win an egg rolling contest and much more this Easter!

Plus, enjoy thrilling, interactive exhibits in Wow Zone, including the 6-metre-tall ‘Big Machine’! Other highlights include Space Zone, complete with a replica of part of the International Space Station and Play Zone for under-7s.

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With its authentic period buildings, working farms, vintage trams, and costumed characters, Beamish provides an immersive experience that allows visitors to take a step back in time. From wandering through the cobbled streets of the Edwardian town to exploring the bustling shops of the 1940s, Beamish offers a glimpse into the everyday lives of people in the past. There will be traditional Easter themed events taking place throughout the Easter holidays, so don't wait to get involved!

A day out at Tyneside Cinema is fun for all the family. The independent cinema offers an unparalleled cinematic experience and holds regular Family Film Club screenings. Watch Pixar film Luca and be whisked away to the the sun-kissed plains of the Italian Riviera, where a young merman discovers his magical ability to transform into a human! After the film, why not head into Tyneside Bar and Cafe and enjoy some refreshments. Find tickets here. 

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Get involved in one of many Easter egg hunts this Easter. There are numerous Easter egg hunts scattered across the city. Families can embark on a thrilling quest to discover hidden treasures across multiple venues in NewcastleGateshead. 

Join Tynemouth Priory for a cracking adventure quest. Hunt for clues in the grounds, track down the Easter eggs and get rewarded with a tasty chocolate treat. You can take on the quest every day of the school holidays, and it costs just £2 to take part on top of the entry ticket price. There's no need to book, and you can pay when you arrive at the site. Find out more.

Head to St Johns Kingston Park Church for a free Easter egg hunt. Alongside and after the Easter egg hunt, there will be a range of fun activities for families and children, including Connect 4 and Egg & Spoon races. Find out more.