Whats On This Easter in Tameside 2026
If you’re looking for things to do in Tameside this Easter 2026, you’re in the right place.
From free Easter events and egg hunts to theatre shows, crafts and swimming fun, there’s plenty happening across Ashton-under-Lyne, Hyde, Dukinfield and Stalybridge to keep the kids entertained.
Whether you need a cheap day out, a last-minute plan or something to do if the weather turns, we’ve rounded up the best family-friendly Easter events in Tameside to help you plan the holidays.
Easter Weekend: Friday 3rd April 2026 to Monday 6th April 2026
Tameside School Holidays: Monday 30th March 2026 to Friday 10th April 2026
Our Top Picks in Tameside This Easter
- Bunny Bonanza in Ashton – a great free event for younger kids
- Waterloo Park Easter Egg Hunt – free outdoor fun
- Egg-Napped at Hyde Festival Theatre – a fun Easter show
- Swim, Slides & Waves at Tameside Pools – ideal for a rainy day
Easter Egg Hunts in Tameside 2026
Easter Egg Hunt – Cockfields Farm, Ashton-under-Lyne
Dates: Monday 16th March 2026 to Friday 19th April 2026
Cockfields Farm will be hosting a fun Easter event throughout the holidays, including a separate toddler event. Along with the hunt, you can enjoy all the farm’s usual activities, perfect for a full family day out.
More >>> Easter Egg Hunt – Cockfields Farm
Free Easter Egg Hunt – Waterloo Park, Ashton-under-Lyne
Date: Saturday 4th April 2026
If you’re looking for a free Easter egg hunt in Tameside, this is a great option. Organised by the Friends of Waterloo Park, this picture hunt is ideal for younger children and a nice way to get outdoors.
- Easter trail around the park
- Games and crafts
- Meet the Easter Bunny
Time: 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Cost: Free
More >>> Free Easter Egg Hunt – Waterloo Park
Easter Egg Trail – 4C Community Centre, Ashton-under-Lyne
Date: Saturday 4th April 2026
A simple but fun Easter trail for families in Tameside. Follow the clues around the grounds, collect letters and solve the mystery word to earn an Easter treat at the end.
- Trail sheet challenge
- Easter prize
- Photo opportunities with the Easter Bunny
Cost: Free (booking required)
More >>> Easter Egg Trail – 4C Community Centre
Easter Egg Hunt – Together Centre, Dukinfield
Date: Wednesday 1st April 2026
This Easter egg hunt takes place as part of the Together Centre Easter Fair, making it a good choice if you want a mix of activities in one place.
More >>> Easter Egg Hunt – Together Centre
Gee Cross Village Easter Egg Hunt
Date: Sunday 5th April 2026
A popular community event in Hyde where children follow clues around the village, find hidden eggs and solve a word puzzle to win a treat.
More >>> Gee Cross Village Easter Egg Hunt
Easter Events in Tameside
Bunny Bonanza – Ladysmith Shopping Centre, Ashton-under-Lyne
Date: Tuesday, 31st March 2026
If you’re looking for a free Easter event in Tameside, this is a great way to start the holidays. Children can enjoy face painting, glitter tattoos, a bunny ear craft workshop and the chance to meet the Easter Bunny.
Top tip: The first 100 children will receive a free Easter egg, so it’s worth arriving early.
More >>> Bunny Bonanza – Ladysmith Shopping Centre
The Together Centre Easter Fair, Dukinfield
Date: Wednesday 1st April 2026
A friendly local Easter event with an egg hunt, games, a bunny workshop and stalls. Ideal for younger children and families looking for something relaxed and community-focused.
More >>> Together Centre Easter Fair
Easter Sunday Funday – Stalybridge
Date: Sunday 5th April 2026
A free family event with an Easter egg hunt, sensory trail, games and face painting. A great option if you’re looking for something to do on Easter Sunday in Tameside.
Cost: Free (booking required)
More >>> Easter Sunday Funday in Stalybridge
Things To Do in Tameside Over the Easter Holidays
Inflatable Fun and Swim, Slides & Waves – Tameside Pools
Dates: Friday 3rd April 2026 to Sunday 19th April 2026
If you’re searching for indoor things to do in Tameside this Easter, this is always a reliable option. Inflatable sessions and slides make it ideal for burning off energy.
More >>> Inflatable Pool Fun – Tameside Pools
£2.00 Family Films at Cineworld Ashton Under Lyne
Dates: Saturday 28th March to Sunday 12th April 2026
This Easter, you can enjoy a trip to the Cinema at Cineworld Ashton Under Lyne for just £2.00 per person.
Check out what’s showing >>> £2.00 Family Films at Cineworld Ashton Under Lyne
Walk An Alpaca, Old Mill Farm Shop, Mottram
Dates: Thursday 2nd to Sunday 26th April 2026
This Easter, Old Mill Farm Shop are giving you the chance to meet and Walk An Alpaca.
The walks are running on set days between Thursday, 2nd and Sunday, 26th April 2026.
They cost £15.00 for adults and £20.00 for 4 to 16 year olds.
More >>> Walk An Alpaca, Old Mill Farm Shop, Mottram
Free Superhero Activities – Tameside Libraries
Dates: Monday 30th March 2026 to Thursday 16th April 2026
Free drop-in sessions with crafts and themed activities, perfect if you’re looking for a low-cost way to keep younger children busy.
More >>> Free Superhero Activities – Tameside Libraries
Easter Activities – Portland Basin Museum
Dates: Tuesday 31st March to Thursday 9th April 2026
Families can enjoy fun craft sessions on Tuesdays and Thursdays in the Easter Holidays.
Sessions cost £1.35 per person.
More >>> Easter Activities – Portland Basin Museum
Free Footy Fairy Tales Show, Ashton Under Lyne Tameside)
Date: Wednesday 1st April 2026
This interactive show combines football and fairy tales, with live storytelling and plenty of chances for children to get involved.
Cost: Free (booking required)
More >>> Free Footy Fairy Tales Show
Egg-Napped – Hyde Festival Theatre
Dates: Friday 3rd April 2026 to Saturday 4th April 2026
A fun Easter theatre show where children help solve the mystery of the missing Easter eggs. A good option if you’re looking for something a bit different during the holidays.
More >>> Egg-Napped – Hyde Festival Theatre
Rainy Day Ideas in Tameside
If the weather isn’t great, there are still plenty of indoor things to do in Tameside this Easter.
- Head to Tameside Pools for a swim session
- Visit your local library for free activities
- Try a workshop at Portland Basin Museum
- Explore soft play centres and indoor attractions
Check out >>> Tameside Days Out Ideas Here
Easter in Tameside 2026 FAQs
Are there Easter egg hunts in Tameside in 2026?
Yes, there are several Easter egg hunts taking place across Ashton-under-Lyne, Dukinfield and Hyde.
What are the best free Easter events in Tameside?
Popular free events include Bunny Bonanza, the Waterloo Park Easter Egg Hunt and Easter Sunday Funday in Stalybridge.
When are the Easter holidays in Tameside 2026?
The school holidays run from Monday 30th March 2026 to Friday 10th April 2026, with Easter weekend from Friday 3rd April 2026 to Monday 6th April 2026.
Final Thoughts
There’s plenty happening across Tameside this Easter 2026, from Easter egg hunts and free family events to theatre shows and indoor activities.
Whether you’re planning a full day out or just looking for something simple to do with the kids, there are lots of great options across Ashton, Hyde, Dukinfield and Stalybridge.
Make sure to check back as more Easter events in Tameside are announced.
