Easter Events In Harpenden, Hertfordshire
what’s on at Easter
Check out our list of exciting things to do this Easter in and around Harpenden, Hertfordshire!
Easter Holiday Trampolining at Everyone Active Harpenden
Trampolining at Harpenden Leisure Centre this Easter Holiday for children aged 5 - 15 years old.
Where: Harpenden Leisure Centre
When: Friday 5th & 12th April : 11am-12:00pm 5-7yrs, 12-2pm 8-15yrs and 2.30pm-4.30pm 8-15yrs
Tickets: Book via the app or contact moirahutton@everyoneactive.com
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Junior Netball 11-15 Years Old Holiday Camp at Abbey View Sports Complex, St. Albans
A qualified coach-led course designed to teach you the skills and techniques needed to play netball in a safe, fun and friendly environment. All equipment needed is provided.
Where: Abbey View Sports Complex, Holywell Hill, St Albans, AL1 2DJ
When: Tuesday 9th –Thursday 9th April, 10am-3pm.
Tickets: £40 per day or £100 for the 3 days. Book via the app or contact moirahutton@everyoneactive.com
Easter at The Grove Hotel
A whole range of family activities makes for the perfect Easter staycation.
Where: The Grove Hotel, Chandler’s Cross, Hertfordshire, WD3 4TG.
When: Friday 29th March – Sunday 14th April.
Tickets: See the website for the full range of options and packages.
About: The Grove is a five-star luxury country hotel and spa retreat, with a championship golf course and four restaurants. It runs events, kids' clubs, and special dining experiences.
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The Hub - Easter Fun Friday
A perfect morning of Easter themed fun for children up to 12.
Where: The Hub on Verulam, 5b Verulam Road, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL3 4DA.
When: Friday 7th April, 10:00
Tickets: £15 per person, under 4 go free.
About: The Hub on Verulam is a social centre in St Albans for dining, cinema, events, and networking, which is open to members and non-members.
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Thompson’s Art Gallery Harpenden
Why not pop over to Thompson’s in Harpenden to check out some of their latest pieces of art on display.
Where: 13 Church Green, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 2TW
When: Tuesday - Friday: 10am - 5:30pm and Saturday: 10am - 5pm.
About: Thompson's Gallery was established in 1982 in Aldeburgh, Suffolk by John and Sue Thompson. In 2011, daughter, Megan Thompson took over as sole partner of the business opening the branch in Harpenden, Hertfordshire in 2021.
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ATW Easter Run
Easter themed 10k with a free children’s fun run beforehand and free events photos.
Where: Highfield Park, St Albans, AL4 0DY
When: Friday 29th March, 09:30
Tickets: £26-£28
About: Active Training World was established in 2011 and is a platform where you can enter an event and have training advice and a fitness community all in one place.
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Burston Kid’s Afternoon Tea
Easter themed afternoon tea for children.
Where: Burston Garden Centre, North Orbital Road, St. Albans, AL2 2DS
When: Saturday 30th March - Sunday 14th April, 14:00-15:30.
Tickets: £9.50 per child, booking recommended.
About: An award-winning, independent garden centre running since 1978.
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Easter Fun Fair on Harpenden Common
Bank Holiday funfair on Harpenden Common with a variety of rides and fairground stalls.
Where: Harpenden Common, AL5 1QY
When: Saturday 6th – Wednesday 10th April, times TBC
Tickets: Free entry but individual charges on rides and activities.
About: The Harpenden Town Council strives to conserve and improve the towns’ green spaces, promote Harpenden as a sustainable town, put on events for the community and run efficient low-cost council administration.
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Easter Movie Morning at The Odyssey Cinema
Fund-raising takeover of the cinema by Bernard’s Heath Infant school, showing Wish.
Where: The Odyssey Cinema, 166 London Rd, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 1PQ.
When: Saturday 23rd March, doors open 09:15 and film starts 10:00
Tickets: See flyer below to book tickets, £6 downstairs seating, £5 upstairs.
About: The Odyssey Cinema has its origins from 1908 and was rescued in a derelict state in 2010 to be restored to its former art deco glory. It puts on a busy programme of new and old movie screenings.
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Family Easter Festival
Events for all ages at this family festival with activities and entertainment, all under marquees.
Where: Herts County Showground, Redbourn, Hertfordshire, AL3 7PT.
When: Saturday 30th and Sunday 31st March, doors open at 12:00
Tickets: Tickets start at £13.25 + booking fee, babies under 2 years are free. See link for options.
About: The Herts County Showground is run by the Hertfordshire Agricultural Society and the site is utilised to support local businesses, services and enterprises and showcases Hertfordshire’s finest.
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Friends of Harpenden Academy Easter Egg Hunt
Work out the clues and complete the trail, then get your Easter egg from the Easter bunny. Find a golden egg and get an extra prize!
Where: Harpenden Common, Harpenden
When: Friday 29th March, 11:00
Tickets: £5 child in advance (£7 on the day).
About: Friends of Harpenden Academy (FoHA) is the PTA for Harpenden Academy (formerly Harpenden Free School) and a registered charity led by parents.
Highfield Park Easter Bunny Hunt
Follow the trail and complete your quiz sheet and get an Easter related prize from the visitor centre.
Where: Highfield Park Trust, Hill End Lane, St Albans, AL4 0RA
When: Wednesday 3rd April, 10:30-14:30 (last entry 14:00)
Tickets: £6 per entry
About: Following the closure of hospitals on the extensive grounds, the Highfield Park Trust charity was set up in 1996 to provide a diverse rural park for the benefit of the local community.
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The Ivy Restaurant
Easter feasting done to perfection with lamb dishes and a special chocolate afternoon tea.
Where: 1-3 Verulam Rd, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL3 4DA.
When: Friday 29th March – Monday 1st April.
Tickets: Not applicable but reservations are required. See menus for pricing.
About: The Ivy Collection introduces the same high-level of service and cuisine which was first introduced to customers at the West End in London. Now the chain has high-end brasseries across London and city locations in the UK, including St Albans.
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Lambing Weekend at Oaklands
The annual event at Oaklands college has their lambing sheds open to the public, with children’s activities, food stalls, farm animals on show, equine demonstrations and appearances by Bluey and Bingo.
Where: Oaklands College, Smallford, Hatfield Rd, Oaklands, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL4 0JA.
When: Saturday 23rd and Sunday 24th March, 10:00-16:00
Tickets: General Admission: £7, Family of 4: £25. Free entry for children under 3 and for carers.
About: Oaklands College is a St Albans based campus originally established in 1921, which offers about 1,500 courses to around 10,000 students
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Natural History Egg Hunt
The Natural History Museum will have an egg hunt trail and children can learn all about animals and their eggs (recommended for age 5+).
Where: The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, Hertfordshire HP23 6AP
When: Friday 29 March - Sunday 14 April (excluding Mondays), various opening times.
Tickets: Tickets to museum required + £1 for the egg trail. See website for details.
About: The Natural History Museum at Tring houses the largest collection of stuffed mammals, birds, reptiles, and insects in the UK, and started life in 1889.
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Palm Sunday Procession
The Eucharist with Procession of Palms will make its way from the city centre to the cathedral.
Where: Meet outside the city centre clock tower, High Street, St Albans, AL3 4EL
When: Sunday 24th March, 09:30-12:00
Tickets: Free to join
About: The St Albans Cathedral is the oldest site of continuous Christian worship in Britain. It is a place of faith with an incredible history and beauty, that puts on remarkable events for all ages.
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Prae Wood Arms Easter Egg Hunt and Lunch
Book in for a delicious Sunday roast following a kid’s Easter Egg Hunt with unlimited tea/coffee for the grown-ups.
Where: Prae Wood Arms, Garden House Lane, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL3 6JZ
When: Sunday 31st March; egg hunt 10:00-11:00 and Sunday roast served from 12:00.
Tickets: Egg hunt is £5.95 per entrant, reservations for lunch required.
About: Formerly a majestic house known as ‘The Pre’ built in 1838 by Lady Frances Cooke Grimston, this lovely pub is set in spacious grounds and has been restored to its former glory.
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Robot Reg celebrates 5 years of Phonics with Robot Reg
Come and celebrate 5 years of Phonics with Robot Reg St. Albans with their Easter themed birthday party in collaboration with our member Pop-Luxe.
Where: Redbourn Village Hall
When: Wednesday 10th April 10-11.30am
Tickets: £15
About: This event will offer 45 mins of Phonics fun, Pop Luxe soft play and role play area, craft, snacks and drink, gifts for every child and a special appearance from Big Robot Reg!
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Slug and Lettuce
Free espresso martini at the Bunnies who Brunch event.
Where: Slug and Lettuce, 13–15 Victoria Street, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 3JJ.
When: Thursday 28th March – Sunday 28th April.
Tickets: Book in advance to secure a place.
About: The Slug and Lettuce has nationwide bars that specialise in cocktails, brunch dishes and fun décor. They operate under the Stonegate group.
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Sopwell House Easter offer
This Easter, have a treat with a special package deal which includes an overnight stay, a dinner and access to the spa.
Where: Sopwell House, Cottonmill Lane, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 2HQ
When: Available from Thursday 25th March – Sunday 7th April
Tickets: Packages start from £370 per night.
About: Sopwell House has evidence of a house on site dating back to 1603 and is now a luxury, award-winning country hotel on the outskirts of St Albans.
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Willows Easter Extravaganza
Plenty of jam-packed Easter themed activities including an egg hunt, arts and crafts, Easter grotto and lamb bottle feeding.
Where: Willows Activity Farm, Coursers Road, London Colney, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL4 0PF
When: Saturday 23rd and Sunday 24th March, Thursday 28th March – Monday 1st April. See website for opening times.
Tickets: £22.95 for adults/children, Under 2s £3.95 with chocolate and prize, Under 2s free (no rewards). Carers go free.
About: Willows Activity Farm is designed for families with primary school aged children, featuring adventure play, inflatables, funfair rides, ride-on toys, animals and Peter Rabbit shows and characters.
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Further Afield
Aldenham Easter Extravaganza
Easter themed family event with farm animals, interactive Easter shows, meet the Easter Bunny and lamb bottle feeding.
Where: Aldenham Country Park, Aldenham Rd, Radlett, Borehamwood, WD6 3BA
When: 29th March - 14th April, check website for opening times
About: Aldenham Country Park runs not-for-profit and seasonal events, and has a small farm, tractor rides, an indoor bouncy castle, adventure playgrounds, camping and a 100 Aker Woods Winnie the Pooh trail.
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Centurion Club Easter Feast
Easter Sunday and Monday lunch and Easter themed afternoon tea, with seasonal food and of course, chocolate.
Where: Hemel Hempstead Road, Hemel Hempstead, St Albans, Hertfordshire, HP3 8LA.
When: Easter Sunday and Monday Feast, Tuesday 26th March – Saturday 13th April Easter afternoon tea.
Tickets: None required but booking recommended. See menus for options.
About: This golf course has an exclusive restaurant which is open to non-members for top-notch cuisine in the luxurious clubhouse.
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Church Farm Easter Events
Easter themed activities perfect for the kids, at this lovely open farm.
Where: Church Farm, Ardeley, Stevenage SG2 7AH
When: See website for activities, dates, and timings.
Tickets: See website for details, various options available.
About: A not-for-profit farming, food, care and education farm. With animals to feed, a fairy woodland trail, tractor rides, café, and farm-shop, camping and seasonal events. They also run Aldenham Country Park.
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Easter activities at the Atria
Spring crafting activities throughout the day at the Atria mall.
Where: Charter Place near Puttshack, Watford, WD17 2AU
When: Monday 8th April to Friday 12th April, 11:00-16:00
Tickets: Free
About: A large mall in Luton with 140 shops, restaurants, and leisure activities.
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Easter trail at Cassiobury Park
Find all the hidden spring-time characters and win a prize.
Where: Cassiobury Park, Watford, WD18 7LG
When: Monday 1st April, 13:00-15:00
Tickets: £3 per entry
About: Cassiobury Park is a huge public park in Watford with an activity park, play area, miniature railway, paddling pools, and a cafe.
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Luton Hoo
Technically in Bedfordshire but on the border with Hertfordshire, this place is well worth a mention. Their Spring open day will have themed arts and crafts and Hunt the Bunnies.
Where: Luton Hoo Hotel, Golf & Spa, The Mansion House, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 3TQ
Tickets: Adults £5, children £3, Under 2s free.
About: A country hotel, which has been a home and estate since 1601 until today. It is a popular venue for filming as well as events.
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Whipsnade Zoo
Join in the fun at the zoo this Easter, with a giant egg hunt.
Where: Whipsnade zoo, Whipsnade, Dunstable, LU6 2LF
When: 29 March - 14 April, various opening times.
Tickets: Tickets for zoo entry required and egg hunt free. See website for various pricings.
About: The first ‘open Zoo’ in Europe and the UK’s largest, animals have been on site in Whipsnade since 1928. It is part of the ‘ZSL’ working to restore wildlife in the UK and around the world.
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