Families, Family Events, Things to do, Seasonal
Egg-citing Easter adventures in Barnsley!
- 25/03/26
Looking for fun ways to celebrate Easter? Check out some of the fabulous events, activities and days out across the borough!
| Event | Details | Venue | Date and time | Cost |
| Easter Foodie Fayre Eggstravaganza with Jolly Good Communities | Get ready to welcome Easter at the Easter Foodie Fayre! Enjoy over 40 fantastic food and craft stalls, live music, Easter Olympics, garden games, children’s rides, an egg hunt, and the ever-popular Fun Dog Show (£1 per category). Little ones can also look forward to a special visit from the Easter Bunny! | Monk Bretton Priory | Saturday 4 April, 11am to 4pm | Free activity |
| Spring Lambs at Cannon Hall Farm | Experience the joy of spring at Cannon Hall Farm! Watch new born lambs, enjoy hands-on activities, and create lasting family memories in a lively farm setting. | Cannon Hall Farm | Saturday 28 March to Sunday 12 April | Adults and children - £13.95, Under 2s - Free |
| Easter Trail at The Glass Works | This Easter, enjoy the free Easter Trail at The Glass Works, where families can hunt for colourful eggs and keep an eye out for the golden bunny hidden around the town centre. | Barnsley Town Centre | Saturday 28 March to Sunday 12 April | Free activity |
| Colour your own Easter Garden at Alhambra | Colour Your Own Easter Garden is a free, family‑friendly pop‑up experience that transforms the centre into an immersive Easter scene for little ones to explore, imagine and get creative. | Alhambra Shopping Centre | Monday 31 March and Tuesday 1 April | Free activity |
| Easter crafts at Barnsley Libraries | Discover creativity this half-term with Barnsley Libraries! From designing your own Easter Bonnet to imaginative Lego-building challenges there’s something for every little maker to enjoy. | Various libraries in Barnsley | Multiple dates and activities | Free activity |
| Rabbit Peter Morning at Barnsley Metrodome | Step into spring and join Barnsley Metrodome for a lively disco and a tasty breakfast with everyone’s favourite bunny. Ticket includes breakfast, a character meet-and-greet, plus entry to Adventure Reef. | Barnsley Metrodome | Thursday 2 April, 10am to 12pm | Adult tickets - £8.95, Child tickets £12.95 |
| Clay-opatra at Experience Barnsley | Join Barnsley Museums for a fun-filled, hands-on clay workshop inspired by the treasures of Ancient Egypt with visual artist Emma Wilson. | Learning Lab at Experience Barnsley | Wednesday 8 April – various sessions | Free to attend, booking essential |
| Half-term films at Penistone Paramount | Enjoy Disney Pixar’s Hoppers and The Super Mario Galaxy Movie at Penistone Paramount this half-term – the perfect indoor activity to escape those April showers! | Penistone Paramount | Various dates and times | Please check website for ticket prices |
| Cannon Hall Museum | Cannon Hall Museum officially reopens on Saturday 28 March! Step inside to uncover fascinating stories of the grand house, then wander through stunning gardens and sweeping parklands - an ideal day out for families looking for fun and fresh air. | Cannon Hall Museum, Park and Gardens | Please check website for opening times | Free to visit |
| Nature Activity and Trail at Worsbrough Mill | Get creative this half term with Game Changers from Barnsley FC Community Trust. Make your own plant pot, paint rocks, explore the reservoir trail, and finish the scavenger hunt for a sweet treat! | Worsbrough Mill and Country Park | Friday 10 April, 10.30am to 12.30pm | Free activity, booking preferred but not essential - to book your place email [email protected] |
| Easter Adventure Trails at Wentworth Castle Gardens | Hop along to Wentworth Castle Gardens for lots of family fun happening throughout the Easter holidays. Take part in the Easter Egg Trail throughout the gardens and enjoy a chocolatey treat! | Wentworth Castle Gardens | Saturday 28 March to Wednesday 8 April, 10am to 3.30pm | £3.50 per trail, normal admission charges apply |
| Radical Robots at Elsecar Heritage Centre | Unleash your imagination at Elsecar Heritage Centre, where you’ll get to build your very own robot! Get stuck in with the family and put your creative skills to the test – who knows what you might invent? | Elsecar Heritage Centre | Wednesday 1 April, 10am to 12pm and 1pm to 2pm | £3 per child, suitable for children aged 6 plus. Places are limited, booking is essential. |
Looking for more ideas the whole family will love? Our itineraries page is full of suggestions to suit every taste – from delicious food trails to exciting outdoor adventures, you’ll find plenty of ways to create memories together!
Information correct at time of publishing.