Spring is here, and Liverpool is blooming with exciting activities and family-friendly events this Easter. From egg hunts to adventure parks, we’ve rounded up the very best of what our city has to offer during the Easter holidays.
Knowsley Safari At Easter
When: April 7 – April 21, 2025
Where: Knowsley Safari
Price: General admission (20% discount available during Easter)
Description: Knowsley Safari offers hands-on Easter-themed activities including meeting the Easter Bunny, magical storytime sessions, and interactive Easter trails with prizes. Kids can participate in conservation-themed crafts and explore over 500 animals on the Safari Drive and Foot Safari, including the new resident, Yuki the Amur tiger. Visitors can also enjoy food at the Oasis restaurant and Outdoor Food Court and fun fairground rides.
Shaun the Sheep AR Trail
When: April 4 – May 5, 2025
Where: Liverpool ONE
Price: Free
Description: Celebrate Shaun the Sheep’s 30th anniversary with a fun, interactive augmented reality trail at Liverpool ONE. Visitors can explore the area and unlock interactive animations and surprises featuring the beloved character directly on their phones.
Liverpool ONE Easter Party and Bonnet Competition
When: April 18, 2025 (12pm – 5pm; bonnet competition from 12pm – 4pm)
Where: Liverpool ONE
Price: Free
Description: Enjoy craft workshops, face painting, character meet-and-greets, and an Easter bonnet competition at Liverpool ONE. Win gift cards worth up to £100 by showcasing your creative bonnet designs.
Albert Dock Bunny Tail Trail
When: April 7 – April 21, 2025
Where: Albert Dock
Price: Free & Free Bunny Ears
Description: Join the Albert Dock’s Bunny Tail Trail to find 12 hidden brightly coloured bunny vinyls. Begin your adventure at The Nest with free rabbit ears and stickers, solve rhyming riddles via QR codes, and enter the prize draw for a chance to win an unforgettable family weekend.
Easter Egg Hunt at Boxpark Liverpool
When: Easter Half Term
Where: Boxpark Liverpool
Price: Free Event
Description: Join Boxpark Liverpool for an exciting Easter Egg Hunt, free arts and crafts activities, face painting, and a special movie marathon featuring “Charlie & the Chocolate Factory.”
Easter Adventure at Otterspool Adventure Centre
When: Easter Holidays
Where: Otterspool Adventure Centre
Price: Various (book online in advance)
Description: Otterspool Adventure Centre offers Easter egg hunts, bunny-themed games, face painting, and fun fair rides. Enjoy hours of fun at their popular maze and adventure playground. Plus you can meet their adorable farm animals making this a truly magical Easter experience for the whole family.
Family Fun at Farmer Ted’s
When: Easter Holidays
Where: Farmer Ted’s Adventure Farm, Ormskirk
Price: Check website for details
Description: Join the egg-cellent Easter egg hunt, meet farm animals, and enjoy interactive Easter-themed shows and entertainment designed especially for children and families.
Liverpool Cathedral Arts and Crafts Activities
When: April 7, 2025 (sessions at 11:00am, 1:00pm, and 2:00pm)
Where: Liverpool Cathedral (Main Cathedral)
Price: Free (pre-booking required)
Description: Join Liverpool Cathedral’s Education team for family-friendly arts and crafts sessions inspired by their Helios installation and Easter. Each session lasts 45 minutes, and free exploration of the cathedral is encouraged.
National Trust Easter Trails
When: April 5 – April 21, 2025 (Speke Hall trail from 10:30am – 3:30pm daily)
Where: Speke Hall and other National Trust locations
Price: £3.50 plus normal admission (free for National Trust members)
Description: Enjoy nature-inspired Easter trails at Speke Hall and other National Trust sites. Trails include chocolate or vegan-friendly eggs and plenty of outdoor family fun.
Whether you’re hunting for eggs, adventuring outdoors, or enjoying cultural activities, Liverpool has something special for everyone this Easter. Happy Easter from all of us at Unlock Liverpool!