Things to do on Easter

When is Easter 2026?

Easter 2026 is fast approaching. This year, Easter will fall on Sunday the 5th of April, with Good Friday on the 3rd of April and Easter Monday on April the 6th. Traditionally, in Christianity, Easter Sunday was considered a time to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ following his crucifixion. Whatever your beliefs may be, Easter is the perfect time for reflection. It comes just as spring emerges from the dark cold winter. As we emerge from our wintery hibernation, we feel refreshed, renewed and revived. This is a great time to start afresh and look for new and improved ways to approach life.

This year, with self-isolation upon us, we have to dig a little deeper and look for even more inventive ideas and things to do on Easter at home. We have the opportunity to slow down, take more time and make it count. We simply need to adjust our perspective and do things a little differently.

We are home with family, with loved ones, with friends or on our own, and we realise that this Easter is going to be different. Our trusty shops, restaurants, pubs and theatres have their closed signs hung in closed doorways, reminding us that we must approach this Easter with more creative energy than ever before! With more and more people ordering online, it’s absolutely crucial to get organised early this year. Take advantage of the incredible benefits and discounts available and do this year's Easter shopping online from the comfort and safety of your homes.

We at Bravovoucher.co.uk know that you need a helping hand on how to make Easter fun from home on a budget. This is why we have put together some inspiring suggestions on ways to enjoy the Easter holidays 2026 without having to set foot out of your front door.

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Easter Creative Activities

There is a huge selection of things to do on Easter. As it is a time of new life and new beginnings, why not work on your green fingers. If you are lucky enough to have an outdoor space or garden, why not dedicate some time to spring seed planting. Get outside and make a day of it! Fun for you and all the family! With so much time spent inside the same four walls, there’s also nothing like a fresh bouquet to bring some life indoors. Grab a colourful bunch for a great price with one of our Appleyard discount codes.

If you are more drawn to cooking, then search online for some interesting Easter themed recipes and try your hand at classic Easter hot cross buns this year. You could even decorate those plain old boring chocolate eggs using coloured icing sugar to make them look extra special! Gather around the table for some quality family time. You can order all of your chocolatey and foody desires with the amazing Morrisons offers handpicked for an Easter feast to be proud of. There are also tasty treats to be had with Iceland deals as well as Tesco discounts.

Alternatively, if you prefer your food to arrive pre-prepared and don’t have the time to bake a cake, Just Eat voucher codes and Beelivery discounts are a great option. Pick your favourite cuisine and order your fresh delicious goodies to your door or treat a loved one and get it delivered to them this Easter! Or, you can never go wrong with pizza, everyone loves pizza and what better to get than a Domino’s Pizza bargain.

Looking to cook something special this Easter but don't have any inspiration? Grab recipe boxes with these Gousto vouchers for savings on a variety of options for Easter dinner. With all of the ingredients included, Easter dinner has never been this easy to make and enjoy!

If you’re craving but trying to stay in shape, then have no fear, indulge with one of the guilt thanks to MyProtein deals. They have delicious Easter deals for all you chocolate lovers that want to satisfy your cravings. Use one of our MyProtein voucher codes to save big on your order. If health is your game, checking out these YFood offers is also a good idea- they’ve even got a hot cross bun flavoured bar!

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How to do an Easter Egg Hunt

Of course, Easter would not be complete without traditional Easter Egg hunts. There’s nothing quite like some friendly competition, even the Easter bunny knows that. First things first, you’ve got to get some good eggs. No one wants disappointing prizes hiding at the end of their quest! Head on over to our Hotel Chocolat Easter Egg deals for gorgeous Easter eggs! From white to milk to dark to vegan, they’ve got something for everyone. Save on your order with one of the Hotel Chocolat discount codes we’ve tracked down.

Next up is the map. With more time on our hands, why not challenge yourself and impress the kids by spending some time on an element often overlooked. Get your sketchbook and pens using a Typo discount code and make it as elaborate as your local park or gardens allow! Why not throw it back to your Secondary school days and heighten the sense of adventure by coffee staining it to make it super authentic. What a perfect excuse to get yourself a Nespresso deal or Whittard of Chelsea promo so you can enjoy the rest of the cup! Add some flyers or a custom print using a Funky Pigeon promo or an PrinterInks code and some pretty stickers with a Vistaprint offer and you’ve got a tip-top hunt. Don’t miss the opportunity to capture this precious moment with your kids and get a keepsake using a My Picture code.

Whilst the kids are running around like headless chickens (pun intended), why not sit back, relax and enjoy some free time with a cold beer after all your hard work. Grab a fantastic deal using a Beer Hunter discount code. If wine is more your thing, indulge in a Laithwaite’s offer.

Where to go for Easter weekend UK

Looking to travel somewhere and maybe find some better weather this Easter? Find trips to the top destinations around the great country of England from a city adventure in London or beaches along the coast to a natural farm village with historic cottages to stay in using voucher codes for websites like Premier Inn, Eurocamp and Florida Tix. Buy tickets this Easter holiday with peace of mind using travel insurance to watch your back with companies like Avanti Travel Insurance and Stayshare Expat Travel Insurance.

Ready to take a break from it all and need a day for solo relaxation? Book Easter holiday spa day deals using Spabreaks.com for prime relaxation. Looking to do the opposite? Find the best hotel accommodations for families and or couples and spend the weekend near the hottest attractions in the UK. Whether you want a full Easter week getaway, a weekend escape or a warm-weather family holiday, now is the perfect time to book your Easter travel. Start to save on future travels with Eurowings offers.

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Childrens Easter craft ideas

Let’s get crafty! If you have smaller kids, why not help them with decorating a beautiful Easter basket. If you have older ones, why not try some egg painting, Easter bingo or look on Youtube for educational children’s Easter games and activities. Notonthehighstreet.com Easter promotions are the perfect way to go if you are missing some bits and bobs for both big and little ones! If your kids are less creative and more chaotic, you can always rely on some good old-fashioned toys. With Photobox offers, you can even personalise a pack of UNO cards or a jigsaw puzzle with a photo of your choice! Order now and get them something that will keep them busy over Easter.

Cheap easter gift ideas

At Easter, nothing quite hits the spot like some tasty chocolate and what tastier chocolate to give than a Toblerone bar? Go the extra mile and personalise their bar! You can select everything from the design to the flavour to the name & message on the packaging. Take a look through our Toblerone offers to enjoy savings on your order.

With Easter traditionally signifying new life, what better time to treat the little ones in your life. Take a browse through the Online4baby offers and find everything you could possibly need, from prams to pushchairs, bouncers to beds to booster seats- they’ve got it all. Save on your order with an Online4baby discount code.

Not everyone likes chocolate and in the lead up to summer (and after many lazy days on the sofa), people are looking to pursue healthier lifestyles and heading into the gym. For those friends and family members, why not pick up a Muscle Food deal and save on high-quality healthy food and delicious weight-loss meal plans. 

Now we are in Spring and the sunny weather is fast approaching, pick up the latest SPF deals with Boots and protect your skin at home and abroad. Shop now to save 5% with this Boots discount code! Or discover great skincare products from Liz Earle, with moisturisers, eye lotions, body wash and more available at discounted prices when you add this Liz Earle Boots promo code to your order! 

Spring is also the time for cleaning! Check out the full range of Spring cleaning products from Dumelm, with prices starting from just £10. And with the improving weather conditions, explore outdoor furniture with Dunelm now to perk up your garden and make the most of the nicer weather over the coming months, with prices starting from just £10 now! Brace your bedroom for the early sunrises to come with blackout curtains on sale this Easter with Dunelm from just £15.

Why not treat someone to an unmissable experience with a Red Letter Days deal? You can find fantastic prices on spa breaks, hotels and even helicopter rides! If you’re looking for a memorable gift, then Buyagift deals are definitely another place you should check out for amazing experiences to share.

If you’re in the market for gifts, you can never go wrong with some delicate jewellery. Have a browse through QP Jewelers promos, Ernest Jones savings, The Jewel Hut offers, John Greed discount codes or H.Samuel vouchers to get your bling without breaking the bank. For those that are more into watches, check out the Watch Shop discounts and Goldsmiths codes for beautiful pieces at even better prices.

Last but not least, we’d recommend Prezzybox for some Easter treats. They’ve even got a handy quiz if you’re not quite sure what to get them. Grab money off with a Prezzybox discount code. For everything else, go to our Gifts, Jewellery & Flowers category to explore more deals.

However you’re celebrating and enjoying your Easter weekend, we hope you love our ideas, deals and Easter offers. Check out our Easter special page for even more tasty discounts!

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