Easter is just around the corner and the Northern Beaches is gearing up for an egg-cellent long weekend of Easter events! From a gigantic Easter hunt with 10,000 eggs to petting zoos, garden games and live music, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Here’s our pick for fun local events and a few further out worth the trip!
Easter Bunny Burrow at Macquarie Centre
In celebration of Easter, Macquarie Centre is bringing back their popular Bunny Burrow! On Saturday 1 April, kids can cuddle with gorgeous rescue bunnies from Centennial Park Rabbit Retreat. Then on Wednesday 5 April, they can join the Easter Bunny for a delicious packed afternoon tea with Easter treats, plus storytime and games ($15pp). The Bunny will return for a meet and greet in the Burrow on Saturday 8 April so make sure to join for an egg-cellent time.
When: Wednesday 29 March – Tuesday 11 April
Where: Macquarie Centre
Website: https://www.facebook.com/events/160784366503472
Pittwater RSL Family Funday: Easter Edition
Hop on over to Pittwater RSL on Sunday 2 April for an Easter Family Funday! Bring the whole family and enjoy a fun-filled afternoon on the Deck with an Easter egg hunt, face painting and balloon animals from 1:30-3:30pm, an egg raffle at 4pm, and a very special car display featuring the legends from Machines and Macchiatos. Plus, kids eat free at the Glasshouse with the purchase of a main meal so you can keep their bellies full while taking in all the fun activities.
When: Sunday 2 April, 12 – 5pm
Where: Pittwater RSL
Website: https://www.facebook.com/events/724221692675144
Free Easter Bilby Trail
10am – 4pm daily (excluding Good Friday). Join Buddy the Easter Bilby on a quest to find his friends in the Wildflower Garden! Pick up your map from our Visitor Centre and head out on your adventure and spot all the native Australian animals hidden along our accessible Senses Track. Return your completed map to the Visitor Centre to receive a little Easter treat!
This event is free to attend and is suitable all ages and all abilities.
Where Kuringgai Wildflower Garden, St Ives
When 3 April – 10th April
Website https://www.krg.nsw.gov.au/Things-to-do/Whats-on/Free-Easter-Bilby-trail
Sydney Family Show, Moore Park
The Sydney Family Show is back and better than ever. Get ready to indulge in all your favourite show traditions and create unforgettable memories with your loved ones!
Experience live stage entertainment, carnival rides, sideshow games, and the massive Easter weekend markets. There are also showbags on offer and an adorable dachshund festival, reptile shows, and fishing and bike stunt shows.
Where: The Entertainment Quarter, Moore Park
When: 6-23 April
Website: www.sydneyfamilyshow.
Sydney Royal Easter Show, Sydney Olympic Park
What would Easter school holidays be without the Easter Show! For over 200 years, the Sydney Royal Easter Show has brought country charm to the city with the very best Australian agriculture, food and entertainment. Plan your outing at Australia’s largest annual ticketed event with daily Bluey Live Interactive Experiences, farmyard animals feeding sessions, woodcutting competitions, drone shows, carnival rides and more. Plus, remember to pick up some show bags to take home.
Where: Sydney Olympic Park
When: Thursday 6 April – Monday 17 April
Cost: Starting at $15
Booking: https://www.eastershow.com.au/
Eggs by the Lake with The Link Church
10,000 eggs are waiting to be found at one of the Northern Beaches’ biggest Easter egg hunts! The fun starts after The Lake’s annual Church by the Lake service at 10am, so come early and enjoy a day full of festivities. In addition, the community can also look forward to old-school games, mouth-watering food vans and live music.
When: Friday 7 April, 10am
Where: Lakeside Park, North Narrabeen
Website: https://www.link.org.au/events
Easter Long Weekend at Forest Hotel
The Easter bunny is on its way and the friendly crew at the Forest Hotel is waiting to welcome you and your loved ones for a memorable long weekend. They’ve planned an exciting line-up of activities for all ages, including a petting zoo with farm animals, a thrilling Easter egg hunt, live music, Easter food specials and garden games for the whole family. Book a table so you don’t miss out!
When: Friday 7 April 10am – Sunday 10 April
Where: Forest Hotel, Frenchs Forest
Easter Egg Hunt at Dee Why Bowling Club
Calling all egg hunters! Dee Why Bowling Club is hosting an Easter egg extravaganza on Saturday 8 April at 10:30am. Their team will hide chocolate treats throughout the venue, including special golden eggs with surprises to be won! Whether you’re young or young at heart, this is an Easter event the whole family can enjoy.
When: Saturday 8 April, 10:30am
Where: Dee Why Bowling Club
Website: https://www.facebook.com/events/1133265071408266
Easter at Harbord Diggers
Hop into the diggers for the extra long weekend of family-friendly Easter activities, live entertainment and hot cross buns. The Easter bunny is making a celebrity appearance on Saturday 8 and Sunday 9 April from 12pm – 3pm and will bring mini easter eggs to treat the kids. On Monday 10 April, there’s face painting in the Seaview Lounge from 11am – 2pm and a DARE2Trick Roving Magician from 12pm – 3pm. Families can also enjoy a seafood feast on Good Friday or share a classic meat board on Easter Sunday. It’s the perfect opportunity to relax and enjoy the festive atmosphere with your loved ones.
Where: Harbour Diggers, Freshwater
When: Friday 7 April – Monday 10 April
Booking: https://www.harborddiggers.com.au/easter
Easter Egg Hunt at Major Fun, Freshwater
“We’re counting down until Easter is here and we can’t wait to share this special season with you at Major Fun. Join our
Easter Egg Hunt at Freshwater with MAJOR prizes to be won. Hop over to our website to secure your spot
Where Major Fun Indoor Play Centre, Harbord Diggers Freshwater
When April 8
Website for bookings https://bit.ly/3nb520N
Easter Egg-stravaganza, Q Station Manly
Website for bookings https://www.qstation.com.au/easter-egg-stravaganza-at-q.html
Easter in Nature 2023, Centennial Parklands
As the weather cools, it’s the perfect time to get the kids outdoors and into nature. Join Centennial Parklands for a fun and educational program celebrating Australia’s native plants and animals. Designed for children aged 4 to 10, the program offers a guided walk through the parklands, where kids will follow trail maps, spot local flora and fauna, and connect with the natural world. They’ll also enjoy a native Australian animal “egg hunt” and have the chance to design their own Aussie animals using clay and loose parts.
Where: The WILD PLAY Discovery Centre, Centennial Parklands
When: Saturday 8 April & Sunday 9 April, multiple sessions
Cost: $20
Booking: https://www.centennialparklands.com.au/egg-cellent-easter-1
