What's On for Kids in London This Easter Holidays (2025 Guide)

Easter is just around the corner, and if you're wondering how to keep the kids entertained, we’ve got you covered! From magical theatre performances and immersive exhibitions to hands-on history trails and exciting Easter egg hunts, London is packed with family-friendly activities this holiday. Whether your little ones love dinosaurs, history, or classic storybook adventures, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

THE MINECRAFT EXPERIENCE

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The Minecraft Experience: Villager Rescue is set to captivate young minds during a 45-minute live immersive Minecraft experience opening on the 4th of April 2025. All ages are welcome, but anyone aged 15 or younger must be accompanied by an adult (18+). Children 0-2 go free. This experience combines lovingly designed immersive rooms with an AR component that allows visitors to take part in the show’s story.

Date: Friday, April 4 until Sunday, June 29, 2025.
Time: Open daily from 9am – 6pm
Location: Corner Corner, Canada Water. Maritime Street, London, SE16 7LL
Ticket Price: Starting at £20 for children and £24 for adults. Book here.

A Squash and A Squeeze

A Squash and a Squeeze brings Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s beloved picture book to life on stage in a heartwarming and hilarious adventure. Follow the tale of a little old lady who thinks her house is too small—until a wise old man suggests filling it with noisy farmyard animals! With charming puppetry, catchy songs, and plenty of laughs, this delightful adaptation is perfect for young audiences and their families

Date: Wednesday, March 19 until Sunday, April 27, 2025.
Time: Various timings throughout the day.
Location: Little Angel Theatre, 14 Dagmar Passage, London N1 2DN
Ticket Price: Starting at £13 for children and £15 for adults. Book here.

THE TUTANKHAMUN EXHIBITON

Tutankhamun: The Immersive Exhibition © MAD Madrid Artes Digitales.

After enticing over 1.8 million visitors worldwide, the Tutankhamun: The Immersive Exhibition is coming to London’s Excel centre this March. The attraction includes 8m high immersive projections, interactive digital rooms, holograms showing the mummification process of Tutankhamun, artefacts from Cairo including shabtis, statuettes and vases, and a 360º VR experience. All ages are welcome but anyone aged 15 or younger must be accompanied by an adult (18+). The Metaverse and VR experience is recommended for children aged 5+. Children 0-3 go free.

Dates: Friday, March 28 – Sunday, June 29, 2025
Times: Various time slots from 9am – 8pm
Location: ImmerseLDN, Excel Waterfront, ExCeL Centre, London, E16 1XL
Ticket Price: £20 – £26.50. Book here.

T.Rex 3D: A DOCUMENTARY

This April the documentary T.Rex 3D launches at the science museum. Dinosaurs have sparked curiosity for hundreds of years. This incredible new big-screen adventure brings life to this treacherous beast. The 45-minute long documentary explores the iconic history of the top tyrannosaur scientists, pioneering paleo and delivers visual effects that immerse the viewer into the world of this dinosaur and their Cretaceous cousins. The film follows the T.Rex from rexling to teen to adult and unravels the interplay between speculation and evidence to help us understand these legendary creatures.

Dates: Saturday, April 5, 2025
Times: Various showing times
Location: Exhibition Rd, South Kensington, London SW7 2DD
Ticket Price: Museum entrance is free but tickets to T.Rex are £12. Book here.

Whilst you are in the science museum, check out the Versailles: Science and Splendour exhibit while you still can. The Palace of Versailles is famous around the world for its opulent architecture and rich history. In the 17th and 18th centuries, it also became a major site of scientific thinking. This temporary exhibition explores the scientific research and discoveries that took place in the exquisite home of the French Royal Family. Tickets are £12 but under 11’s go for free. Book here.

DINOSAUR WORLD LIVE

Presented by Nicoll Entertainment, you don’t want to miss out on the opportunity to take your little ones to Dinosaur World Live. Join the explorers in an adventure across unchartered territories to discover the pre-historic world of life-like dinosaurs. You can meet a whole host of dino friends from everyone’s favourite T.Rex to a stegosaurus, a Giraffatitan and even a Microraptor. Brave explorers can even enjoy a special meet and greet with the dinosaurs after the show.

Date: Wednesday, April 9 - Sunday, April 13, 2025
Time: 10:30 and 1pm showings
Location: Rose Theatre, 24-26 High St, Kingston upon Thames, KT1 1HL
Ticket Price: Pricing between £12 and £20

CHICKEN LICKEN

The sky is falling down! Join the group of courageous chickens in Sarah Brigham’s new stage adaptation of the beloved fable, Chicken Licken, about an innocent young chicken and his gang of poultry pals who panic when an acorn falls from a tree. This whimsical performance combines live music, songs and puppetry to bring you a family-friendly retelling of the story we all know and love. Suitable for ages 3+.

Date: Saturday, April 5 – Sunday, May 11
Time: 11am and 2pm showings
Location: Polka Theatre, 240 The Broadway, Wimbledon, London, SW19 1SB
Ticket Price: Starting at £10 + £2.50 transaction fee. Book here.

CBEEBIES RAINBOW ADVENTURE

It’s back! The gentle immersive show for kids has returned for the summer in Westfield, White City. The experience features iconic rooms from Bluey, Hey Duggee, JoJo & Gran Gran and Mr Tumble & friends. This performer-led adventure is designed to help little ones discover the missing rainbow whilst enjoying hands-on activities, dancing and playing. Whilst it is open to all children, it is best recommended to children aged 0-6 years old. Relaxed SEN shows are taking place on 26th April at 12:30, 4th May at 14:30, and 9th May at 15:00.

Date: Friday, March 28 – Monday, June 20, 2025
Time: The experience runs from 10am – 4pm lasting 55 minutes per session
Location: Level 0, near Next, Westfield London, Ariel Way, London W12 7GF
Ticket Price: Tickets start at £16 (free for babes-in-arms). Book here.

Horrible Histories® at Osterley Park

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This Easter dive into the world of the Georgians with the Horrible Histories® interactive trail at Osterley Park. Inspired by the famous Horrible Histories® books, this 10-stop, family-friendly adventure takes you on a journey through the house, garden, and parkland. Along the way, you’ll uncover quirky historical facts and scandals of Georgian times, all while exploring a real Georgian manor house. Children of all ages will enjoy the mix of games, activities, and educational fun, including the chance to dress up in towering Georgian wigs at the Marvellous Make Up Gallery, spin the Wheel of Woe to discover your potential job as a Cheerless Child, and learn about infamous figures like Dick Turpin and Blackbeard. Along the Long Walk, keep an eye out for Horrible Highwaymen hiding in the trees, and discover the Foul Foods and the Posh Potty, complete with flatulent fart noises!

Date: Monday, February 17 – Sunday, August 31, 2025
Time: 10am - 5pm, last entry 4pm.
Location: Ham Street, Ham, Richmond, Surrey, TW10 7RS
Ticket Price: Included in admission (see prices here)

National Trust Easter Egg Hunts

There are four National Trust properties across London that are hosting Easter Egg hunts and trails this year.

Ham House and Garden

Throughout the English Civil War-themed trail, you’ll find ten game stations where your team can attempt to save Ham House.
There’s no need to book, just turn up!

Date: Saturday, April 5 - Monday, April 21, 2025
Time: 10am until 5pm, last entry 4.30pm
Location: Ham Street, Ham, Richmond, Surrey, TW10 7RS
Ticket Price: £3.50 which includes an Easter trail sheet, bunny ears and chocolate egg. Plus admission fee, see prices here.

Osterley Park and House

This year at Osterley Park, you and your family can help restore some of the tapestries by returning the escaped animals you’ll find along the trail to the Tapestry Room in Osterley House.
No need to book, just turn up!

Date: Saturday, April 5 - Monday, April 21, 2025
Time: 10am until 5pm, last entry 4pm
Location: Jersey Road, Isleworth, Middlesex, TW7 4RB
Ticket Price: £3.50 which includes an Easter trail sheet, bunny ears and chocolate egg. Plus admission fee, see prices here.

Morden Hall Park

Join Ranger Bunny at Morden Hall Park for a fun-filled Easter trail packed with excitement. From welly wanging and child-safe axe throwing to a lively ring toss game, there’s plenty to enjoy with a playful nature-inspired twist. It’s the perfect spring day out for little adventurers and nature enthusiasts alike!
No need to book, just turn up!

Date: Wednesday, April 16 - Monday, April 21, 2025
Time: 10am until 4pm
Location: Morden Hall Road, Morden, London, SM4 5JD
Ticket Price: £3.50 which includes an Easter trail sheet, bunny ears and chocolate egg.

Rainham Hall and Community Garden

There's a whole new set of nature adventures at Rainham Hall and Community Garden for families this Easter. Wind your way around the woodland garden searching for activities including croquet, bingo, welly wanging and other Easter fun.

Date: Wednesday, April 16 - Monday, April 21, 2025
Time: 10am until 4pm, last entry 3.30pm
Location: The Broadway, Rainham, Havering, London, RM13 9YN
Ticket Price: £3.50 which includes an Easter trail sheet, bunny ears and chocolate egg.