Suffolk Coast Family Easter Events Guide

The Red House in Aldeburgh is opening its gardens on 8 & 9 April for a playful Easter adventure built around sound and storytelling. Families can follow an audio Easter egg hunt through the garden, searching for hidden sounds before collecting an Easter prize at the end. Along the way there will be storytelling sessions with interactive sounds and a craft activity where children can make their own Easter themed musical instrument. The gardens are a great place for children to roam about while discovering Benjamin Britten’s former home.

Find out more at https://www.brittenpearsarts.org/events/easter-family-fun-at-the-red-house-2

Seckford Hall is putting on a lively Easter Sunday lunch on 5 April, designed with families in mind. Alongside a two course meal there will be Easter crafts, face painting, a magician and an egg hunt to keep younger guests entertained between courses. The Easter Bunny will also make an appearance with treats for all the children. Set within the Tudor surroundings of Seckford Hall just outside Woodbridge, this makes for a festive family gathering with plenty to enjoy.

Find out more at https://www.seckford.co.uk/events/easter-sunday-family-lunch/

Train lovers of all ages will enjoy an open afternoon at Southwold Railway Steamworks on 5 April where the miniature railway will be running for visitors. Families can hop aboard the small steam trains, browse the model railway display and take a look around the shop, and stop awhile in the café for refreshments. Train loving children can happily watch the trains looping around the tracks again and again while adults relax nearby with a cuppa.

Find out more at https://www.thesuffolkcoast.co.uk/things-to-do/events/open-afternoon-at-steamworks

At the East Point Pavilion in Lowestoft families can settle in for a relaxed Easter themed story session on 1 April, reading We’re Going on an Egg Hunt by Laura Hughes. After the story children can browse the bookshelves and spend time making their own decorative Easter cards to take home or give to family and friends. The airy pavilion sits right on Lowestoft’s seafront, sheltered from any adverse weather, and if it’s sunny you could always take a stroll along the seafront and a splash in the newly opened fountains afterwards.

Find out more at https://www.eastpointpavilion.com/events/storytime-with-national-literacy-trust-mbjra-2g3t5-wthgp

Dunwich Heath and Beach is always a brilliant place for children to let off steam, and over Easter there is a nature themed trail to follow across the Heath. From 28 March to 6 April, Families can join Bunny and Chick on an Easter adventure packed with activity stations along the route, with each trail including bunny ears and a chocolate egg at the end. With wide open heathland, big skies and the beach just beyond the cliffs, it’s a wonderful place to soak up the fresh air, and enjoy nature in all its spring beauty.

Find out more at https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/suffolk/dunwich-heath-and-beach/events/758bdf2a-825b-4a96-bcae-71f10f39d4bd

Young bakers aged eight to twelve can spend an afternoon learning new skills at the Easter baking workshop at Ilias Kitchen at the Suffolk Food Hall on 2 April. During the session children will make iced finger buns decorated with feather icing and bake savoury muffins that are perfect for picnics. Once everything is ready the group sits down together to enjoy what they have made- yum!

Find out more at https://suffolkfoodhall.co.uk/thingstodo/

This Easter, Snape Maltings hosts a musical storytelling performance for younger children aged three to seven on 29 March. The Duck With No Luck follows Dizzy the duck who oversleeps and misses the flight south before setting off on a rather chaotic journey to catch up with his friends. Along the way he encounters a mischievous pigeon, a helpful parrot and a hungry vulture, with live music helping to bring the adventure to life inside the grand surroundings of the Maltings.

Find out more at https://www.brittenpearsarts.org/events/concerteenies-the-duck-with-no-luck

The Little Mermaid at Lowestoft’s Marina Theatre is a bright, high-energy Easter pantomime that brings the classic undersea tale to life with plenty of sparkle and silliness. Presented by Enchanted Entertainment on 30 March, the show follows Ariel, King Neptune and a host of colourful sea creatures as they take on the wicked Sea Witch in a fun-filled adventure packed with pop songs, lively dance routines and plenty of audience participation.

With its mix of familiar story, big laughs and interactive moments, it’s a perfect family treat for the Easter holidays — a chance to dive into a feel-good theatrical experience!

Find out more at https://www.marinatheatre.co.uk/whatson-event/the-little-mermaid-easter-panto-2025/

Make your way to Christchurch Mansion in Ipswich this Easter and enjoy spring themed craft sessions for families. On 31 March, children will learn how to sew their own Easter hand puppet before decorating it as a bunny, chick or any creature they dream up. The sessions take place in the mansion’s Great Hall and each finished puppet goes home ready for its first performance.

Find out more at https://ipswich.cimuseums.org.uk/events/easter-hand-puppets/

Taking place on 31 March, Springtime Tales at RSPB Minsmere is a magical, family-friendly experience that brings storytelling to life in the heart of the reserve. Aimed at younger children, the event invites little explorers to follow the friendly “Minsmere witches” through the woodland to a hidden Giant Tree, where a gently spooky story unfolds alongside playful activities.

With opportunities for fancy dress and plenty of imagination woven into the experience, it’s a charming way to introduce children to nature, combining fresh air, creativity and a touch of folklore in one of Suffolk’s most beautiful wild settings.

Find out more at https://events.rspb.org.uk/minsmere

The Ultimate Eggventure at Felixstowe’s Spa Pavilion is a lively Easter show that brings colour, comedy and a touch of magic to the stage. Set in the imaginative world of “Ultra-Vibrancy,” the production is a dazzling Black Art UV puppet show, where glowing characters, playful storytelling and eye-catching visuals come together in a fun-filled spectacle for all ages.

With its mix of humour, vibrant effects and family-friendly energy, it’s designed to captivate younger audiences while keeping adults entertained too — a bright, feel-good Easter treat by the sea.

Find out more at https://spapavilionfelixstowe.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/1173672588

Easter at Southwold Maize Maze is all about fresh air, adventure and a touch of seasonal magic, with the play park transformed into a giant Easter hunt for families to explore from 28 March - 12 April. At the heart of it is the Bunny Hunt, where children search for hidden bunny boards around the park, collecting stickers to claim a well-earned chocolate treat at the end. Alongside it, the daily Golden Egg Challenge adds an extra layer of excitement, with one lucky finder winning a special prize. With jumping pillows, zip lines, climbing towers, sand pits and ride-on tractors all included, it’s a full day of outdoor play set against the Suffolk countryside — simple, energetic and perfectly geared for a fun-filled Easter outing.

Find out more at https://www.southwoldmaizemaze.co.uk/easter

Taking place on 4 April, the Easter Bunny Picnic at The Freston Boot is a charming, family-friendly event set in a beautiful countryside pub. Children can enjoy a picnic lunch alongside crafts, outdoor games and a special visit from the Easter Bunny himself, before heading home with a chocolate egg as a sweet reward. Adults aren’t left out either, with the option to enjoy a relaxed lunch from the pub’s menu while soaking up the atmosphere.

Find out more at https://www.designmynight.com/uk/whats-on/child-friendly/easter-bunny-picnic-and-crafts?t=tickets

Easter at Landguard brings a playful twist to this historic coastal landmark, inviting families to explore its winding passageways and open spaces through a themed trail.

Taking place from  30 March to 8 April, children can take part in a fun hunt around the fort, searching for hidden characters and solving clues along the way, with a small prize waiting at the end for those who complete it. Inspired by the fort’s rich history but firmly focused on light-hearted discovery, it’s a great way to combine outdoor adventure with a touch of imagination — turning a visit to one of Suffolk’s most atmospheric heritage sites into an engaging Easter day out.

Find out more at https://landguard.com/

Beccles Easter Egg Hunt is feel-good family event that makes the most of the town’s riverside setting, with children invited to explore Beccles Quay in search of hidden eggs. Taking place on across the day with bookable time slots, the hunt offers a relaxed, community-focused way to enjoy the Easter holidays, with every child receiving a chocolate egg at the end of their adventure.

Set against the backdrop of the Waveney, it’s a lovely excuse to get outdoors, soak up the spring atmosphere and enjoy a bit of classic Easter fun in one of Suffolk’s most charming market towns.

Lowestoft’s Easter Egg Trail is a joyful, town-wide adventure that turns a spring day out into a playful treasure hunt. Taking place from 28 March to 12 April, the trail it invites families to explore the town centre and surrounding streets in search of colourful eggs hidden in shop windows and local venues. It’s a simple, feel-good way to get outdoors, discover independent businesses and see the town from a fresh perspective, with children (and plenty of adults) following the trail, solving clues and soaking up the festive atmosphere. 

Find out more at https://discoverlowestoft.co.uk/event/easter-trail-2026/