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The Easter Holidays are when the year really gets started. Spring is in the air and the cold days and long nights of winter are in the past. Colchester has plenty on offer to really take advantage of the change in the seasons you'll discover more than enough to keep the kids occupied for the entire two week Easter break!
Among the usual mix of fantastic attractions and entertainment you find a host of special events especially designed to engage and entertain your kids. From craft activities, to exploring Colchester's history and heritage, to a range of stage shows aimed especially at children, you'll find something for everyone and to suit every budget.
Scroll down to see our top picks, and if you can't find what you're looking for here be sure to check out all the other great kids activities that Colchester has on offer throughout the year with our Great For Kids page.
If you're running an Easter Holiday activity in Colchester yourself and can't see it listed here you can submit an event here, or alternatively, drop us a line here.
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Address
Colchester Zoo, Maldon Road, Stanway, Colchester, Essex, CO3 0SLTelephone
01206 331292Stanway, Colchester
Dinosaur meet and greets at Colchester Zoo
Dates
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- 1 Apr 2023
Address
The Minories Galleries, 74 High Street, Colchester, CO1 1UEColchester
Devised by the Colchester Archaeological Trust, this new exhibition at The Minories Galleries will provide the latest information about Colchester's impressive town wall.
Dates
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- 28 Mar 2023to6 Apr 2023Various Opening Times
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- 11 Apr 2023to27 Apr 2023Various Opening Times
Address
Colchester Castle, Castle Park, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1UGColchester
Crafting fun in Colchester Castle
Dates
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- 3 Apr 2023to16 Apr 2023
Address
Bourne Mill, Bourne Road, Colchester, Essex, CO2 8RTTelephone
01206 549799Price
FreeColchester
Come and join the Easter fun at Bourne Mill with our children's activity Easter egg trail, stories, crafts, bookstall and refreshments.Free entry, children's trail £3 (inc. chocolate egg).
NB There is no parking on site.Dates
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- 7 Apr 2023to10 Apr 2023Open 11:00 - 15:30
Address
Colchester Castle Museum, Castle Park, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1TJTelephone
01206 282939Colchester
On a visit to Colchester Castle look out for costumed characters wandering around the museum
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- 3 Apr 2023
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- 5 Apr 2023
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- 7 Apr 2023
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- 10 Apr 2023
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- 12 Apr 2023
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- 14 Apr 2023
Address
Colchester Zoo, Maldon Road, Stanway, Colchester, Essex, CO3 0SLTelephone
01206 331292Stanway, Colchester
Dinosaur meet and greets at Colchester Zoo
Dates
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- 1 Apr 2023to16 Apr 2023
Address
Colchester Castle Museum, Castle Park, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1TJColchester
Storytelling in Colchester Castle
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- 4 Apr 2023
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- 6 Apr 2023
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- 11 Apr 2023
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- 13 Apr 2023
Address
Hollytrees Museum, Castle Park, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1UGTelephone
01206 282940Colchester
Join us in the stunning Georgian townhouse Hollytrees Museum for some eggcelent easter craft sessions.
Dates
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- 4 Apr 2023
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- 7 Apr 2023
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- 11 Apr 2023
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- 14 Apr 2023
Address
Firstsite, Lewis Gardens, High Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1JHTelephone
01206 713 700Colchester
Keep the family active, entertained and inspired throughout the April Holidays with free fun activities at Firstsite.
Free drop-in art sessions will be running from 10am- 2:30pm. Children can also take part in sports and movement-based activities…
Dates
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- 3 Apr 2023to6 Apr 2023Open 10:00 - 14:30
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- 11 Apr 2023to14 Apr 2023Open 10:00 - 14:30
Address
East Anglian Railway Museum, Station Road, Wakes Colne, Colchester, Essex, CO6 2DSTelephone
01206 242524Price
Price £7.00 to £10.00 Per TicketWakes Colne, Colchester
Unlimited Diesel Rides at the East Anglian Railway Museum
Dates
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- 5 Apr 2023Open 10:00 - 16:00
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- 31 May 2023Open 10:00 - 17:00
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- 26 July 2023Open 10:00 - 17:00
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- 29 July 2023Open 10:00 - 17:00
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- 2 Aug 2023Open 10:00 - 17:00
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- 5 Aug 2023Open 10:00 - 17:00
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- 9 Aug 2023Open 10:00 - 17:00
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- 12 Aug 2023Open 10:00 - 17:00
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- 16 Aug 2023Open 10:00 - 17:00
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- 19 Aug 2023Open 10:00 - 17:00
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- 25 Oct 2023Open 10:00 - 16:00
Address
The Minories Galleries, 74 High Street, Colchester, CO1 1UEColchester
Free activity sessions for families to work with and handle archaeological finds.
Dates
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- 28 Mar 2023to14 Apr 2023
Address
East Anglian Railway Museum, Station Road, Wakes Colne, Colchester, Essex, CO6 2DSTelephone
01206 242524Price
Price £7.00 to £10.00 Per TicketWakes Colne, Colchester
Steam Trains at the East Anglian Railway Museum
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- 2 Apr 2023Open 10:00 - 17:00
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- 16 Apr 2023Open 10:00 - 17:00
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- 29 Apr 2023Open 10:00 - 17:00
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- 30 Apr 2023Open 10:00 - 17:00
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- 1 May 2023Open 10:00 - 17:00
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- 27 May 2023Open 10:00 - 17:00
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- 6 Aug 2023Open 10:00 - 17:00
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- 13 Aug 2023Open 10:00 - 17:00
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- 20 Aug 2023Open 10:00 - 17:00
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- 22 Oct 2023Open 10:00 - 16:00
Address
Mercury Theatre, Balkerne Gate, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1PTTelephone
01206 573948Colchester
Jump on board the broom with the witch and her cat, at the Mercury Theatre
Dates
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- 11 Apr 2023to12 Apr 2023
Address
Natural History Museum, The Former All Saints Church, High Street, Colchester, CO1 1DNTelephone
01206 282941High Street, Colchester
Egg shaped fun in the Natural History Museum
Dates
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- 1 Apr 2023to16 Apr 2023
Address
Colchester Arts Centre, Church Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1NFTelephone
01206 500900Colchester
A cracking new adventure for 3–7-year-olds at Colchester Arts Centre
Dates
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- 13 Apr 2023
Address
South Green Road, Fingringhoe, Colchester, Essex, CO5 7DNTelephone
01206 729678Colchester
Pop along this Easter holiday to search out our giant wooden birds eggs: answer the questions on the eggs to find out about the birds they belong to!
Drop in anytime between 10am and 4pm any day this Easter holiday for an Easter Birds Egg Trail…Dates
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- 1 Apr 2023to16 Apr 2023Open 10:00 - 16:00
Address
South Green Road, Fingringhoe, Colchester, Essex, CO5 7DNTelephone
01206 729678Colchester
In collaboration with Colchester Arts Society we are thrilled to announce our first sculpture trail/exhibition. Wander round for a new view of the reserve and take a fresh look at art in a stunning environment.Wander and admire the sculpture of…
Dates
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- 1 Apr 2023to30 Sept 2023Open 10:00 - 16:00
Address
Layer Marney Tower, Layer Marney, Layer Marney, Essex, C05 9USTelephone
01206 330784Layer Marney
Feed the baby lambs at Layer Marney Tower
Dates
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- 2 Apr 2023to11 Apr 2023
Address
Colchester Castle Museum, Castle Park, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1TJTelephone
01206 282939Colchester
Special Tours at Colchester Castle
Dates
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- 3 Apr 2023to7 Apr 2023
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- 10 Apr 2023to14 Apr 2023
Address
Mercury Theatre, Balkerne Gate, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1PTTelephone
01206 573948Colchester
fun and entertaining for the whole family to enjoy, at the Mercury Theatre
Dates
- From:
- 14 Apr 2023
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