Easter weekend is nearly here, and the city and surrounding region are brimming with events, activities, and seasonal treats for all ages. From family-friendly egg hunts and immersive garden experiences to artisan markets, unique dining experiences, and creative adventures further afield, there’s something to delight everyone.
Whether you’re planning a fun day out with the kids, a festive brunch, or an Easter escape with friends, our roundup has all the ideas to make this holiday weekend extra special.
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Society Birmingham: Grown-Up Easter Egg Hunt
This Easter, Society Birmingham is swapping chocolate for pints with its ‘Pints Means Prizes’ Easter Egg Hunt. Running from 3rd–5th April, brightly coloured eggs are hidden beneath hundreds of glasses. Rewards include free sides, dishes, drinks, and the ultimate prize: a £100 bar tab. Sip craft IPA, chocolatey stouts, or ales and uncover your prize. This playful take on a classic hunt combines fun, luck, and the perfect excuse for another round!
Noel’s: Easter Afternoon with the Bunny
Head to Noel’s on Sunday 5th April for a springtime Easter treat. Families can enjoy kids’ meals, drinks, goody bags, bunny ears, and photos with the Easter Bunny for £24.95. Adults can savour a 2-course Sunday lunch, cocktails, and sweet treats for £34.95. Two sittings are available at 12pm and 2.30pm. From 3rd–5th April, indulge in the seasonal menu, including Braised Beef Croquettes, Red Mullet Fillet, Passion Egg Pop cocktails, and delicate Easter Egg Nest desserts.
Merry Hill: Giant Easter Egg & Family Fun
Merry Hill has unveiled its all-new Giant Easter Egg, over five metres tall, located by M&S until 4th April. Families can enjoy the Easter trail with 1,000 free eggs, performances from the Easter EGGsperts, the Good Egg hand scanner, and a chance to win a £1,000 gift card via the Good Egg Award. This is a perfect family outing combining spectacle, games, and festive fun.
Empress Restaurant: Nigerian Easter Buffet
Celebrate Easter at Empress Restaurant with a vibrant Nigerian buffet in Stirchley. Guests can enjoy jollof rice, egusi soup, suya, fried plantain, and more. The buffet, running Easter Saturday and Sunday 12pm–4pm, allows families to explore bold, authentic flavours in a sociable setting. Prices start at £14.50, with kids under 3 eating free.
Gaucho – Tacos & Tinis
At Gaucho from 3rd–19th April, Tacos & Tinis pairs Grey Goose martinis with signature tacos for £12. Alongside à la carte and Sunday roasts, enjoy British lamb roasts with all the trimmings and a milk chocolate tart nest with mini eggs. Families can enjoy complimentary meals for younger guests.
San Carlo: Golden Easter Egg Competition
At San Carlo Selfridges and Waterloo, diners can enjoy a special Easter menu with two dishes, an Easter cocktail and the exclusive Golden Easter Egg dessert. Guests receive a golden envelope for a chance to win a £50 gift voucher. The menu includes Easter lamb, Chocolate Velvet Espressotini, and Sunday roasts, with live music at selected locations. Polaroid keepsakes add a charming touch to your Easter weekend.
Dishoom: Family Matka Game
From 30th March–17th April, Dishoom invites families to play “Family Matka” during weekdays before 6pm. Kids roll a die for a chance to win a free meal (tables up to 12). Even if they don’t roll a six, children leave with a small surprise. Dishes include Murgh Malai, Paneer Tikka, salads, street snacks, and curries. All cafés provide a family-friendly experience for the Easter holidays.
Zizzi: Kids Eat Free
Over the Easter holidays, kids eat free at all Zizzi restaurants across England, Scotland, and Wales (Sunday 29th March–12th April). Children enjoy a three-course meal from the Bambino menu when an adult main meal is purchased. Options include Margherita pizza, fresh pasta, carrot and cucumber sticks, and the Candy Floss Sundae. Perfect for family dining, the offer is available via the Zizzi Zillionaires app.
Hockerhill Adventure Playbarn
Families can enjoy Hockerhill Adventure Playbarn in Brewood, Staffordshire, with Easter-themed crafts over the bank holiday. Activities include egg wreaths, paper daffodils, chocolate nests, potato egg printing, bunny headbands, and cardboard bunnies. Open 10:30am–3:30pm on selected days, the playbarn features high walkways, slides, and pedal go-karts. Designed for interactive fun, Hockerhill is perfect for kids to explore, create, and celebrate Easter outdoors in a safe, playful setting.
Birmingham Botanical Gardens: Sky Garden
Birmingham Botanical Gardens presents Sky Garden, a family-friendly Easter experience from 28th March–12th April. Cloudscapes, created by Lorna Rees, combines storytelling, sound, and cloud-watching through headphones. Visitors can explore the Cloud Library, enjoy interactive installations, and meet the artist on Good Friday–Easter Monday. Standard admission applies, with free entry for members.
Blenheim Palace: Family Fun
Blenheim Palace offers Easter bank holiday fun, including a miniature train to the Walled Garden, circus shows, a vintage fairground, and a giant wicker egg trail. Families can meet the Easter Bunny and enjoy interactive outdoor activities, making it a memorable, egg-citing day out for all ages.
Helios: Illuminated Sun Sculpture
Helios, a five-metre illuminated Sun sculpture by Luke Jerram, is on display at The Exchange until 1st November 2026. Visitors can explore the sun’s surface in detail, enjoy an accompanying exhibition, and participate in hands-on art and science activities. The installation includes family days, talks, workshops, and performances, offering a striking Easter visit combining art, science, and immersive experiences in central Birmingham.
Ikon Gallery: Break the Mould
Ikon Gallery invites visitors to Break the Mould, a contemporary ceramics exhibition until 6th September 2026. Watch artists at work, join workshops, and explore interactive installations by Jack Ky Tan, Halima Cassell, Roo Dhissou, and others. The exhibition celebrates Birmingham’s ceramics scene and creativity, offering families and art enthusiasts an engaging Easter visit where they can see the artistic process in action.
Edgbaston Village Artisan Market (Saturday 11 April 2026)
The Edgbaston Village Artisan Market returns on Saturday 11th April 2026, 10am–3pm. With over 80 independent traders, live music, and community-led vibes, it’s a perfect spring outing. Discover artisan jewellery, quirky local art, plant-based street food, and craft spirits. With nearby dining at Village Kitchen, Boston Tea Party, and Loki Wine, plus Michelin-starred options at Simpsons, the market makes a full-day outing, offering something for every taste.
Birmingham 2050: Imagine the City, Shape the Future
Finally, Birmingham 2050 invites everyone to imagine the city’s future. From painting and poetry to film, music, and digital design, participants can submit ideas to create a shared vision of Birmingham in 2050. Submissions remain open until 17th July, with a public exhibition and live event in September at Millennium Point. It’s a chance for creative minds to help shape Birmingham’s future and contribute to a bold, forward-thinking city vision.
