Easter is just around the corner, and Wales is bursting with fun-filled events for both adults and kids, from egg hunts and nature workshops to cabaret shows and character meet-and-greets. In this Easter events roundup, we’ve gathered the best activities happening across Wales, including the Big Museum Easter Trail, Barry’s first town-wide egg hunt, and even a Pysanky workshop in Hereford. Don’t know what that is? Read on and you might learn a thing or two!

FORCES OF NATURE: EASTER HOLIDAY CLUB

Cardiff’s wonderfully wholesome Railway Gardens are providing a splash of greenery in the centre of the capital this Easter. With nature crafts, gardening competitions and treasure hunts, and affordable refreshments from their very own Things On Toast café, it’s a great alternative to the typically Easter-esque events.

Railway Gardens, Cardiff, Wed 5 + Wed 12 Apr.

Admission: free (booking essential). Info: here

THE BIG MUSEUM EASTER TRAIL

Become an Easter detective around every National Museum site, searching for eggs in your best bunny attire! This is a fab opportunity to get the kids out of the house this Easter break, and you can even get a chocolate treat as a reward for completing the trail.

Amgueddfa Cymru museums, Fri 7 Mon-10 Apr.

Tickets: £4 per trail. Info: here

EASTER BUNNY BOILERS

One that is not as much for the family but is sure to be an entertaining evening, WMC’s new Cabaret venue is hosting Cardiff Cabaret Club’s Easter show, hosted by burlesque star Cleopantha and comedy magician Mario Morris.

Wales Millennium Centre, Cardiff Bay, Fri 7 + Sat 8 Apr.

Tickets: £18/£15. Info: here

BARRY EASTER EGG HUNT

A town-wide Easter egg hunt is happening for the first time in Barry, with dozens of venues participating. With street entertainers, competitions and sweet treats on offer, Barry Traders has certainly put in the work for this event.

Various locations, Barry, Sat 8 Apr.

Tickets: £2. Info: here

PYSANKY WORKSHOP

Pysanky – eggs decorated with beeswax and coloured dye – are a Ukrainian Easter tradition. This family-friendly workshop will be delivered in both English and Ukrainian, and all profits will be donated to Hereford Help Tor Ukraine.

St Peter’s House, Hereford, Sat 8 Apr.

Tickets: from £5. Info: here

EASTER MONDAY FAMILY FUN DAY

If you’re not exhausted from the abundance of chocolate consumed the day before, pop down to Margam Country Park with the family. Meet Peppa and George, Shrek (yes, that’s correct) and many more characters this bank holiday.

Margam Country Park, Mon 10 Apr.

Tickets: £12.50. Info: here

words RHIANNON FARR