School holidays come around so fast don’t they?
Luckily, we’ve got you covered on how to entertain the kids this Easter break – from dinosaur adventures to Easter Egg decorating, there’s plenty to do come rain or shine.
Here’s the best things to do in Manchester this Easter…
Experience the pyramids at Horizon of Khufu
Opening in time for Easter, Horizon of Khufu: Journey to Ancient Egypt brings a fully immersive VR experience that drops you onto the Giza Plateau 4,500 years ago, letting you explore the Great Pyramid, uncover hidden chambers and follow a virtual Egyptologist through ancient rituals. Expect a mix of education and escapism, with enough depth to keep adults engaged while still being accessible for younger visitors. A great one to save for a rainy Easter day.
Easter egg hunt at Museum of Illusions
Museum of Illusions is turning into a spring-loaded Easter adventure, with a museum-wide egg hunt, prizes for successful explorers, seasonal décor throughout the immersive rooms, and an Easter colouring corner in the Brain Gym. It’s a fun, rain-proof day out for families, with the hunt included in standard admission.
Kids eat free at Tampopo
A handy one for the school holidays, this kids eat free offer is running throughout Easter half term at Tampopo, giving families a good excuse to stop in for an easy lunch or dinner between activities. Expect child-friendly favourites like chicken noodles, katsu curry and fried rice, plus table activities to keep little ones busy while the adults get a bit of peace. Find them in Albert Square, the Corn Exchange and the Trafford Centre.
Easter at Bubble Planet
Bubble Planet is the colourful, multi-sensory attraction at Depot Mayfield, and they’ve filled the vast space with interactive rooms, playful installations and plenty of light-fuelled spectacle. Built for all ages, it is an easy Easter holiday shout for families, or for mates after something immersive, photo-friendly and a bit different.
Cosmic chaos at the Science and Industry Museum
The Science and Industry Museum is going full space mode this Easter with a free programme of hands-on activities inspired by Horrible Science: Cosmic Chaos. Expect mission control challenges, astronaut life insights, live shows and even the chance to try real space food, all wrapped up in a playful, slightly chaotic take on science that’s built for curious minds of all ages.
High-energy fun at Oxygen
Oxygen at MediaCity is going big on Easter with a holiday pass that gets families 10 x 60-minute jump sessions for £30, plus a Play Together deal that lets four people jump for the price of three. There’s also a neon-filled Easter weekend party with food included, and a Toddler Bunny Bounce packed with games, story time, decorating and egg hunt prep for the smaller ones.
Easter at the Mystery of Banksy
The Mystery of Banksy brings over 200 works together in a fully immersive exhibition, from recreated graffiti and installations to a Banksy-style Tube carriage and iconic pieces like Girl With Balloon. It’s an easy win for Easter plans, visual, interactive and packed with enough detail to keep both kids and adults properly engaged while exploring the work of the world’s most elusive street artist.
Activity trails at Dunham Massey
This Easter, head to the park and gardens of Dunham Massey for a family-friendly trail packed with fun for all ages. Hop your way around 10 activity points, with games and surprises along the route, then collect a chocolate or free-from egg made using cocoa from Rainforest Alliance Certified farms. Each trail includes a trail sheet and a pair of bunny ears too.
Aquatic treasure hunt at SEALIFE
SEA LIFE is turning its aquarium into a pirate-themed adventure this Easter, with a treasure hunt running through the entire attraction. Families can follow a map, solve clues, meet a real-life pirate and explore everything from sharks to sea turtles along the way, with interactive activities and a prize waiting at the end.
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