Looking for some unique ways to celebrate Easter with your kids? Plenty of fun Easter events are happening around Sydney (and beyond) during the lead-up and over the Easter long weekend. Whether you’re ready to indulge in as much chocolate as possible or looking to get out and about with the kids for some eggcellent fun, there are plenty of Easter Events in Sydney in 2025!
Sydney Easter Events Guide 2025
- Sydney Family Show, Moore Park
- Sydney Royal Easter Show, Sydney Olympic Park
Easter Events on Sydney’s North Shore
- St Ives Easter Carnival
- Crafting an Egg-cellent Easter, Lane Cove
- Mosman EasterFeast Night Market, Mosman
- Easter Spectacular At The Greens, North Sydney
- Messy Makers: Easter Slime, Cammeray
- Eggcellent Easter Sand Art, North Sydney
- Easter at Bunnings, Across North Shore
Easter Events around Sydney CBD
- Easter Sunday Lunch Cruise, Sydney Harbour
- Mad Hatter Easter High Tea Buffet, Sir Stamford
- Alice in Easterland, Centennial Parklands
- The Ultimate Easter Market, EQ
Easter Events further afield
- The Hills Easter Show, Castle Hill
- Easter Egg-stravaganza at Q Station, Manly
- Easter Tea Party, Beecroft
- Fairfield Easter Fair, Fairfield
- Golden Ridge Animal Farm Easter Egg Hunt, Dural
- West Ryde Easter Celebrations, West Ryde
- Giant Easter Hunt, Hunter Valley Gardens, Pokolbin
- Easter Sunday at Jamberoo Action Park, South Coast
- Zig Zag Railway Easter Bunny Express, Blue Mountains
Family-friendly Easter Festivals in Sydney
Sydney Royal Easter Show
Sydney Easter Show
The iconic Sydney Royal Easter Show is back for 2025, bringing a spectacular mix of agriculture, entertainment, and family fun to Sydney Olympic Park from Friday, April 11, to Tuesday, April 22. As Australia’s largest annual ticketed event, the Show celebrates everything that makes the country great—from its vibrant rural traditions to its buzzing urban culture.
Step into the Grand Parade and experience a showcase of Australia’s finest livestock, where farmers proudly display their award-winning animals. Stroll through the pavilions and marvel at intricate arts and crafts, mouth-watering baked goods, and stunning floral displays. Adventurers can brave the thrill rides on the carnival midway, while foodies will delight in Show staples like classic Dagwood dogs and innovative treats from around the globe.
Little ones will love cuddling baby animals at the Farmyard Nursery, and the nightly arena shows, complete with fireworks, will leave audiences of all ages in awe. Don’t forget to grab your favourite show bag – a tradition that’s as exciting as ever!
Whether you’re a city slicker, a country enthusiast, or just looking for a great day out, the Sydney Royal Easter Show 2025 promises unforgettable memories.
- When: Friday 11 April – Tuesday 22 April 2025
- Where: Sydney Showgrounds, Olympic Park
- Entry cost: $130 Family | $49.50 Adult | $31.50 Child entry. Rides & showbags additional.
- More information & book tickets
Ingenia Holiday Parks Sydney Family Show
Sydney Family Show is at Moore Park
Ingenia Holiday Parks Sydney Family Show is back at the Entertainment Quarter from Saturday 12 until Sunday 27 April.
This ultimate family adventure promises a day filled with laughter, thrills, and cherished memories.
The Ingenia Holiday Parks Sydney Family Show boasts an extensive line-up of exciting activities, including the thrilling Motorcycle and Bike Stunt Show, an awe-inspiring Reptile Show, dynamic stage performances, and new this year, the exhilarating Pig Racing – ensuring non-stop excitement for the entire family!
Keep the momentum going with heaps of rides such as the Dodgem Cars, Super Sizzler, and classic Carousel to name a few. The event boasts an array of all your show favourites including carnival games, showbags, and those cuddly cuties at the animal nursery too!
- When: Saturday 12 – Sunday 27 April 2025
- Where: The Entertainment Quarter, Lang Road, Moore Park
- Entry cost: Child Entry (3-15 years): $15 | Adult Entry (16+ years): $30 | 3-hour Unlimited Rider Wristband: $50
- More information & book tickets
The Hills Easter Show
The Hills Easter Show is coming to the Castle Hill Showgrounds over the Easter Long Weekend for four days of non-stop fun, food, and festivities!
Free entertainment:
- Be amazed by the mind-blowing illusions of D.A.R.E
- Dazzling performances from Fire Dancers & Light-Up Stilt Walkers
- Meet & Greet with your favourite Superheroes, Star Wars, Anna & Elsa
- Spot the Roaming Easter Bunny!
- Cuddle up with adorable animals at the Animal Nursery
- 2 daily Outdoor Acrobatics & Circus acts
- Get up close with incredible creatures at the Reptile Zoo!
- Experience the action with Live Wrestling Matches!
- Watch the pros in action at the thrilling Wood Chopping Show!
PLUS… Get ready for even more thrills! (Additional Costs Apply)
- Food Trucks, Dessert Trucks, Retail Stalls and more
- Rides, Games & Bouncy Castles for all ages
- Showbags packed with goodies
- Easter Egg Hunts for little adventurers
- Horse Rides & Horse Carriage Rides for an unforgettable experience!T
- When: Friday 19 – Monday 21 April 2025, 12pm-9pm
- Where: Castle Hill Showground, Showground Road, Castle Hill
- Entry cost: $7-$30
- More information & book tickets
St Ives Easter Carnival
Hop over to the St Ives Easter Carnival at St Ives Showground on Easter Saturday 19 April, for a day of fun and excitement for the whole family! This one-day event will feature:
- Amusement Rides
- Jumping Castle
- Pony Rides
- Circus Shows
- Easter Bunny & Superhero Mascot
- Reptile Shows & Encounters
- Face Painting
- Easter Show Bags
- Food & Dessert Stalls
- Merchandise Stalls
- Easter Egg Hunt Games
- Petting Zoo
- Live DJ Music
- Fireworks
Whether you’re after thrilling rides, sweet treats, or fun games, there’s something for everyone! Bring your family and friends for a day packed with entertainment, delicious food, and plenty of Easter magic.
Don’t miss out – mark your calendars now and join us for an egg-citing day at the St Ives Easter Carnival 2025!
Get your tickets today!
- When: Saturday 19 April 2025, 10 am-8pm
- Where: St Ives Showground, 450 Mona Vale Road, St. Ives
- Entry cost: Child Entry (4-15 years): $17.19 | Adult Entry (16+ years): $22.49 | Family Ticket: $45.78
- More information & book tickets
Fairfield Easter Fair
Head to the Fairfield Easter Fair at Fairfield Showground from Thursday 28 March to Tuesday 2 April. Celebrate Easter with their biggest range of rides, entertainment and family fun!
You’ll enjoy… Highwire Motorbike Show, FREE Circus (4 shows a day), Circus Workshops, Pig Racing by Noah’s Racing Pigs, Wood Carving, Animal Nursery, Snake Man, Professor Bubbles, Statue Man, Little Big Rigs, Stilt Walkers, Sydney’s Biggest Easter Egg Hunt, Food trucks & retail stalls, Carnival games & rides, Fireworks every night at 8:30pm
- When: 17 April – 22 April
- Where: Fairfield Showground, Smithfield Road, Prairiewood
- Entry cost: $30 Unlimited Ride Wristbands
- More information & book tickets
West Ryde Easter Celebrations
Celebrate the West Ryde Easter Celebration event on Saturday 12 April at Anzac Park. This family-friendly event is sure to excite all ages. It will feature a range of community performances, animal farm and pony rides, a variety of food trucks, amusement rides, and a visit from a very special guest.
- When: Saturday 12 April, 9am – 3:30pm
- Where: Anzac Park, Anzac Avenue, West Ryde
- More information & book tickets
Easter Egg Hunts
Golden Ridge Animal Farm Easter Egg Hunt, Dural
This two-hour experience includes all the regular farm activities – you can milk a cow, cuddle some little chicks, cute ducklings and fluffy rabbits, and explore the open paddock to meet and feed chooks, deer, alpacas, goats, sheep, ducks and much more! You’ll also decorate your little egg hunt bag and Easter mask and then head off for the Easter egg hunt! Fill your basket with plastic eggs around the farm, which you can swap for prizes of real chocolate easter eggs, lollies & toys.
- When: 12 – 20 April 2025
- Where: Golden Ridge Animal Farm, 686 Old Northern Road, Dural
- Cost: $36.50 per person (12 months and under FREE). Pony rides, Diggerzone, and egg collecting are extra.
- More information & book online
Giant Easter Hunt, Hunter Valley Gardens
There will be two Easter Egg Hunt on Friday 18 and Monday 21 April and three Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 April.
Children with pre-purchased tickets can participate in the Giant Easter Egg Hunt and search for thousands of brightly coloured plastic eggs around the Frog Ponds area.
Tickets are $2 per hunt per child. Must be pre-purchased online, and are session specific, as an add on to your Mega Creatures Day session tickets. Every child receives an Easter chocolate at the completion of the hunt.
- When: Friday 18 – Monday 21 April, 9am-4pm
- Where: Hunter Valley Gardens, Broke Road, Pokolbin NSW 2320
- Cost: Child (4-15 years): $31, Adult (16+ years): $41, Egg Hunt $2
- More information & book online
Easter Egg-stravaganza at Q Station
Manly’s biggest Easter egg hunt is back on Easter Saturday 19 April! Whether you’re hunting for Easter eggs or simply soaking up the festive atmosphere, this is an Easter event you don’t want to miss at Q Station.
Explore the beautiful lawns of Q Station as you search for hidden Easter treasures and participate in a wide range of activities.
Choose from 3 time slots: 10:30am, 11:00am, or 11:30am.
Secure your tickets for our annual event and prepare for an egg-citing adventure!
- Easter Egg Hunt
- Face Painting
- Jumping Castle
- Live Music
- Raffle
- Arts & Craft
- Coffee
- Food
- + More
Plus, don’t miss the opportunity to enter our raffle to win fabulous prizes donated by local businesses, with all proceeds supporting Bear Cottage in Manly.
- When: Saturday 19 April
- Where: Q Station Manly, North Head Scenic Drive, Manly
- Entry cost: $18 per child, $25 per adult
- More information & book tickets
Easter High Teas
Mad Hatter Easter High Tea Buffet
Grab your top hat and get ready for a whimsical adventure down the rabbit hole at Sir Stamford, Circular Quay! This Easter, their High Tea Buffet is the talk of Wonderland, featuring a spread of fine sweets and savoury treats that would make the Mad Hatter himself jealous.
Picture this: an enchanting ambiance where time stands still, and you’re surrounded by an eclectic mix of flavours that’ll make your taste buds do the futterwacken! Bring your family and loved ones for a tea party like no other, where each bite is a riddle waiting to be solved.
Don’t be late for this important date! Secure your spot and join us for an Easter celebration that’s truly out of this world. It’s time to embrace your inner Mad Hatter and indulge in the madness!
- When: Saturday 19 April 2025, 11.30am-1.30pm
- Where: Sir Stamford Hotel, 93 Macquarie St, Sydney NSW 2000
- Cost: Adult: $109, Child: $69
- More information & book tickets
Easter Arts & Craft Events
Crafting an Egg-cellent Easter
Get ready for Easter with these cute crafts. Create Easter themed decorations to bring the Easter fun home.
No bookings required. Tickets are available 30 minutes before the session from the front desk. Limited places.
- When: Tuesday 15 April, 2pm-3pm
- Where: Lane Cove Library, 1 Library Walk
- Cost: Free
- More information
Messy Makers: Easter Slime
Get ready for some school holiday fun at this Easter Slime Workshop! Kids aged 5-12 can get hands-on and create their very own stretchy, squishy Easter-themed slime! It’s the perfect way to get creative, have fun, and take home a gooey masterpiece.
- When: Monday 14 April, 11am-12pm
- Where: Norths Cammeray, 12 Abbott Street Cammeray
- Cost: $10 per child
- More information & book tickets
Eggcellent Easter Sand Art, North Sydney
Join Stanton Library for this special You & Me workshop, which are creative sessions for a child and their beloved grown up to work on a special project together.
Grab your favourite adult and bring them along to this fun sand art workshop where you will work together to decorate fun Easter designs using colourful sand!
Note: children 6 years and under require parental supervision during the session.
There are 2 session times:
- Tuesday 15 April, 10:00am – 11:00am
- Tuesday 15 April, 11:30am – 12:30pm
Suitable for kids aged 3-12 years.
Please book one ticket for each child attending.
- When: Tuesday 15 April
- Where: Stanton Library, Lower Ground Floor 234 Miller St North Sydney
- Cost: Free
- More information & book tickets
Easter Events
Easter Spectacular At The Greens, North Sydney
Hop into Easter at The Greens all month, which is filled with egg-citing activities for the whole family!
Guess the Eggs Competition—Guess how many eggs are in the jar for a chance to win, running from 15 to 20 April!
Sunday Easter Egg Hunt: On Easter Sunday search for hidden treasures and sweet surprises around The Greens!
Colouring-In Competition – Let the little ones showcase their creativity with fun Easter-themed designs with prizes for the best creations all MONTH!
- When: All April
- Where: 50 Ridge Street, North Sydney
- More information
Alice in Easterland, Centennial Parklands
Give your children a memorable Easter experience with a theatrical twist on the classic Alice in Wonderland. Join Alice as she embarks on an adventure to help the Mad Hatter find his Easter bonnet and deals with the Queen of Hearts.
Bring your Easter bonnets as kids get the chance to showcase their creations in a fun parade! Dress up encouraged.
Perfect for families with children aged 4 and up. Please note, children must be supervised at all times. Children under 2 years do not need a ticket.
Presented by the Eaton Gorge Theatre Company on behalf of Greater Sydney Parklands.
- When: Saturday 19 April, 10.30am
- Where: Centennial Parklands, The WILD PLAY Discovery Centre
- Cost: One child + parent $20
- More information & book tickets
Easter at Bunnings, Chatswood
Hop into the store for a fun-filled Easter Family Event! Enjoy a variety of activities, including Easter-themed crafts, Face Painting, a Petting Zoo, a Crazy Science Workshop, a Roaming Magician, a FREE Sausage Sizzle, and a special visit from the Easter Bunny! Don’t miss out—bookings are essential!
- When: Thursday 10 April, 6pm-8pm
- Where: Check your nearest Bunnings
- More information & book tickets
Easter @ Beecroft Place
Join Beecroft Place to meet the Easter Bunny and for face painting and balloon twisting on Thursday 17 and Saturday 19 April.
- When: Thursday 17 and Saturday 19 April, 10am-2pm
- Where: Beecroft Place, opposite Woolworths
- More information
Easter Sunday Lunch Cruise on Sydney Harbour
For a special experience on Easter Sunday, book a lunch cruise on Sydney Harbour!
Hop aboard Vagabond Cruises and enjoy a scrumptious meal while taking in the stunning waterfront views. Indulge in a variety of delectable dishes, including traditional Easter favourites. Relax and unwind with friends and family as you sail through the beautiful harbour. Don’t miss out on this egg-citing opportunity to celebrate Easter in style!
You’ll enjoy a 3-hour cruise on Sydney Harbour, Live jazz & easy pop covers, seafood and carvery buffet, dessert coffee and tea and a fully licensed bar.
- When: Sunday 31 March, 12.30pm-3.30pm
- Where: King Street Wharf, Lime Street, Sydney
- Entry cost: $90
- More information & book tickets
Zig Zag Railway Easter Bunny Express
Zig Zag Railway Easter Bunny Express
Hop aboard the Zig Zag Railway for an enchanting Easter weekend adventure! On Saturday and Sunday, a special guest—the Easter Bunny—will appear, hosting a delightful Easter egg hunt for the whole family to enjoy.
Special event rates apply on these two days, so book early to secure your spot. Regular fares will be in place on Good Friday and Easter Monday.
- When: Saturday 19 & Sunday 20 April 2025
- Where: Zig Zag Railway, Blue Mountains
- Cost: $50 Adult | $35 Child (ages 3–16)
- More information & book tickets
Easter Sunday at Jamberoo Action Park
Spending the Easter long weekend on the South Coast? On Easter Sunday, the Easter Bunny and Sammy the Shark will be handing out chocolate eggs at Jamboroo Action Park. They will be available for photos near the park entrance – so bring your camera and share the fun.
There will also be an Easter Hamper Guessing Competition, and other competitions and giveaways around Outback Bay all day long!
- When: Sunday 20 April 2025
- Where: Jamberoo Action Park, 1215 Jamberoo Road, Jamberoo
- Entry to the park cost: $74: 13-59 years | $64: 4-12 years | Under 3: Free
- More information & book tickets
Easter Markets
Mosman EasterFeast Night Market
The annual Mosman EasterFeast Night Market is on Thursday 27 March. Unwind under the lights in the ambience of Mosman Village Square.
Enjoy gourmet food and beverages, live entertainment, Easter delights and artisan wares while shopping. There will be a great selection of artisan goods to browse, including homewares, jewellery, clothing, textiles, ceramics, Fair Trade, and eco products.
- When: Thursday 27 March, 4.30pm-9pm
- Where: Mosman Village Green, Myahgah Road, Mosman
- More information
Ultimate Easter Market EQ
The EQ Easter Markets are back, just in time for Easter 2025 and the school holidays. And this year, it’s bigger and better than ever!
With over 50 market stalls, discover handcrafted gifts, fresh produce, gourmet treats, Easter chocolates, homewares, fashion, and more—all from some of Sydney’s best local artisans and small businesses.
- When: Sunday 19 & Sunday 20 April, 8am-4pm
- Where: The Entertainment Quarter, Lang Road, Moore Park
- More information
