Family-Friendly Culture for Kids in Plymouth this Easter!

Looking for ways to keep the kids entertained this Easter? Plymouth is bursting with creative and cultural activities for families, from hands-on workshops to egg-citing events! Whether your little ones love arts and crafts, storytelling, or theatre, we’ve got you covered.

Creative Workshops

Make a Play in a Week – Stiltskin Creative Arts & Theatre
Let your child’s imagination take centre stage! Over four action-packed days, kids will craft their own storylines, invent quirky characters, and perform on stage for family and friends at The Soapbox Children’s Theatre.
The Soapbox Children’s Theatre, Devonport Park
Ages: 7-12
Dates: April 7-10 & April 14-17
9:45am - 3pm

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Easter Craft Making Workshops
Get crafty with these FREE drop-in sessions! From vibrant Easter wreaths to colourful suncatchers, unleash your inner artist. No booking needed—just turn up and have fun!
Central Library, Armada Way (April 11, 11am-3pm)
The Treasury, Catherine St (April 15, 11am-3pm)
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Easter Family Craft Session
Perfect for little creators (18 months-8 years), this session offers five creative stations to explore. Expect a bit of mess—so dress for the occasion!
Rees Centre Wellbeing Hub, Plympton
April 11, 10:15am - 11:15am
Book here

Wicked Experience – SJ Performing Arts
Calling all future musical stars! Learn and perform songs from Wicked the Musical in this three-day Easter workshop.
Stoke Damerel Community College
Ages: 6-16
April 7-9
9:30am - 3:30pm
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Young Arts Holiday Club – Arts University Plymouth
A two-day creative extravaganza with activities themed around "Big vs Small"—from tiny masterpieces to giant artwork!
Arts University Plymouth, Tavistock Place
Ages: 9-15
April 15-16
10am - 3:30pm
£65 for 2 days
Sign up here

Family-Friendly Events

Tell Me a Story – The Box
Enjoy a magical morning of storytelling under the ship’s figureheads. Perfect for under 5s and their grown-ups! Don't miss the special Good Friday session with author Jane Newberry.
The Box, Plymouth
Every Friday, April 4 - May 30
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Silent Disco Carnival – The Box
Get ready to dance like nobody’s watching at this fun-filled silent disco! With two music channels, there’s something for everyone. Fancy dress is highly encouraged!
The Box, Plymouth
April 12
5pm - 10:30pm
Ages: 6-16 (accompanied by an adult)
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Hop into Plymouth Market
A free Easter celebration packed with face painting, craft activities, competitions, and an exciting Easter trail!
Plymouth Market
April 19
11am - 3pm
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Super Saturdays – The Box
A monthly event packed with free activities, workshops, and expert talks linked to The Box’s exhibitions. April’s theme? Planet Ocean!
The Box, Plymouth
April 5
10am - 5pm
Full schedule

Eggstraordinary Easter with Mildred Tumbleweed – Ocean Studios
A magical mystery adventure for little explorers aged 3-8! Join Mildred Tumbleweed to track down the runaway Easter Bunny before it's too late.
Ocean Studios, Royal William Yard
April 6
10:30am - 11:45am & 1pm - 2:15pm
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Create Your Own Easter Decorations
Get hands-on at this fun workshop where kids can design and print their own Easter decorations!
Chill Coffee, Ivybridge Leisure Centre
April 9, 10am
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Dance and Theatre Activity

Dormouse Dares - March/April 2025
Step into a world of wonder with Dormouse Dares—a fantastical journey brought to life through delightful puppetry, original tales, and immersive theatrical magic.

The Soapbox Children’s Theatre, Devonport Park, Plymouth

Plymouth Ballet School
Join Plymouth Ballet School for fun-filled days of dance this Easter Holidays! Children will explore a variety of styles, including Ballet, Jazz, Tap, and Musical Theatre. They’ll learn dance routines while developing technique and performance skills. Alongside dancing, we’ll keep active with games, arts and crafts, and other creative activities.

Marine Academy Primary, Trevithick Road, Plymouth PL5 2AF
5 to 10 years old
Tuesday 8 April / Wednesday 9 April / Thursday 10 April
10am to 3pm
How to book: Email: info@plymouthballetschool.co.uk

Plymouth Dance Primary
Plymouth Dance invites young people to join them this Easter for a variety of FREE creative offers, including Dance, Drama, and team-building activities including arts, crafts, and games, providing the opportunity to socialise and have fun, helping your young people to leave feeling refreshed and their well-being uplifted.

Oxford House Creative Hub, 29 Manor Street, PL1 1TW
5 to 11 years old
Monday 7 April / Tuesday 8 April
9am to 1pm
How to book: Email: kaitlyn@plymouthdance.team

Plymouth Dance Secondary
Plymouth Dance invites young people to join them this Easter for a variety of FREE creative offers, including Dance, Drama, and team-building activities. Practitioners will also engage young people through arts, crafts, and games, providing the opportunity to socialise and have fun, helping your young people to leave feeling refreshed and their well-being uplifted.

Oxford House Creative Hub, 29 Manor Street, PL1 1TW
11 to 16 years old
Wednesday 9 April / Thursday 10 April
10am to 2pm
How to book: Email: kaitlyn@plymouthdance.team

Stuff and Nonsense presents The Little Red Hen
Drum Theatre at Theatre Royal Plymouth

03 Apr–19 Apr 2025

Making bread is hard work, but it would be a lot easier if the lazy farmyard animals got off their reclining sofas and lent a hand! Join our plucky little hen as she finds her own way to get stuff done.

An energetic adaptation of this much-loved story, featuring a breath-taking combination of brilliant puppetry, live music, and unforgettable comedy.

Stuff and Nonsense are well-known for their clever, captivating storytelling, ingenious stagings, and ability to make us all laugh. One of the UK’s most well-loved companies, they are pioneers in creating shows with and for families. Director Niki McCretton leads the way in using child-centred collaboration to create shows, putting children at the heart.
Suitable for all the family (recommended for ages 3-10).



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