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What’s on this Easter Long Weekend in Sydney & the Illawarra
As Easter weekend approaches, we’ve scoured the internet to find the best activities for families. Whether you’re eager for outdoor adventures or indulging in delicious Easter treats, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Sydney
Alice in Easterland
Experience Easter celebrations with a theatrical twist to the beloved children’s classic, Alice in Wonderland.
Join Alice on an adventure as she helps the Mad Hatter find his Easter bonnet and deals with the Queen of Hearts. Then get crafty with Easter bonnet decorating, enjoy a chocolate treat from our partner Kinder, and join the small parade to showcase your creations!
Suitable ages: 4+
Date/Time: Saturday 30th March 10:30-12 or 1:30-3
Location: Centennial Parklands
Cost: $20
Tickets: https://events.humanitix.com/alice-in-easterland
Fairfield Easter Fair
The Fairfield Easter Fair is an exciting event featuring rides, games, animal shows, fireworks, and movie nights from 28 March to 2 April 2024. Free parking onsite.
Their HUGE #Entertainment List! 
Highwire Motorbike Show [MAIN EVENT]
Fireworks every night at 8:30pm
FREE Circus (4 shows a day)
Circus Workshops
Pig Racing by Noah’s Racing Pigs!
Wood Carving
Animal Nursery
Snake Man
Professor Bubbles
Statue Man
Little Big Rigs
Stilt Walkers
Sydney’s Biggest Easter Egg Hunt
Showbags
Food trucks & retail stalls
Carnival games & rides
Unlimited ride wristbands
Kids Day on the 2nd of April! ALL rides $2 each + first 500 kids get a FREE plush toy!
Suitable age: all ages
Date/Time: 28/03-02/04 10am-9pm
Location: Fairfield Showground
Cost: Gold Coin Entry (doesn’t include the egg hunt or rides)
Presale tickets: https://fairfieldeasterfair.com/
Archie Brothers Arcade
Embrace your inner child and head over to Archie Brothers where you can enjoy an hour of unlimited games plus any two of the following: 8 holes of mini golf, bowling or laser tag. It’s a bit of a bargain!
Suitable Ages: 3+
Date/Time: Open all long weekend 12pm-late
Location: 75 O’Riordan St, Alexandria
Cost: Archie bundle $35
Tickets: https://www.archiebrothers.com.au/deals/fun-bundle#how
Sydney Family Show
There’s heaps of fun for you and kids to enjoy including a bunny hopping competition, reptile show, animal nursery, live stage shows, carnival rides and of course plenty of show bags.
This year, book your kids in for the Easter Basket Zone where kids will collect goodies from within a white picket fenced area. It’s $12 per child and includes the Easter Egg basket, access to the zone and goodies.
Age Group: All ages
Date: Saturday 23 March to Monday 1 April 2024 from 10am
Location: Entertainment Quarter, Moore Park
Cost: Adult $30, Kids $15, Family $70. Unlimited 3 Hour Rider Wristband $50
Tickets: https://www.sydneyfamilyshow.com.au/
Easter High Tea at Amora Jamison
Enjoy a festive High Tea buffet at Amora Hotel Jamison Sydney. Get ready to indulge in a rabbit warren of sweet delights and savoury treats, expertly prepared to capture the festive spirit. Watch a skilled chocolatier in action at the live chocolate station – it’s a treat for your eyes and taste buds! But the fun doesn’t stop here. Kids will love the engaging Easter activities, including an egg hunt and a visit from Mr. Rabbit.
Date/time: Sunday 31 March 2024 12pm
Location: Amora Jamison Sydney
Age Group: All ages
Cost: Adult: $99, Child $65 ( 6- 12 years old), 5 and younger eat free
Tickets: https://events.humanitix.com/easter-brunch-high-tea-buffet-at-amora
Easter in the Gardens
Hop over to the Australian Botanic Gardens in Mt Annan this March, and jump into a boutique market experience with an Easter-themed twist! With a unique mix of boutique and artisan retail vendors and mouth-watering food trucks and stalls, this event has a little bit of something for everyone. There will be kids’ activities for families looking to spend the day out in the fresh air together. There will also be live music, so the adults will have some accompaniment while they enjoy the gorgeous scenery.
Age Group: All ages
Date/time: Sunday 24 March 2024 10am – 3pm
Location: Australian Botanic Gardens, Mt Annan
Cost: Free entry
Easter at The Grounds of Alexandria
There’s lots of fun things planned for the Easter Long Weekend at The Grounds of Alexandria including an Easter Hop Inflatable playground, Easter Egg Hunt and Easter Egg Cracking Extravanganza. Start with the Easter Egg Hunt and once the kids are hyped on sugar, set them free in the inflatable playground. There’s an elaborate obstacle course, basketball hoops, slides and even an inflatable climbing tower! Then hang around until the Easter Egg Cracking Extravanganza and receive slabs of chocolate to take home.
Date: Friday 29 March to Monday 1 April 2024
Age: 4 – 12
Location: The Grounds of Alexandria
Cost: $15 for Easter Egg Hunt, $12 for Inflatable Playground, $25 for Easter Egg Cracking Extravaganza
Tickets: https://thegrounds.com.au/la-fiesta/
Zia Kitchen Rose Garden Installation
If you’re keen to snap some gorgeous Easter pics of your family this year, ZIA Kitchen’s extravagant Easter Laneway is just the place to do it!
ZIA Kitchen’s Rose Garden installation is overflowing with roses, blossoms, blooms, and more in striking Easter colours that will make your family portraits pop! There’s an adorable swing for the kiddos, and when you’re done ogling at the florals, stop off for coffee, brunch and treats.
Suitable age: all ages
Date/Time: Open all Easter long weekend 7 am to 4 pm
Location: 62 Canarys Rd, Roselands
Cost: Free
Tickets: Reservations (02) 9750 5122
Easter Brunch @ Narellan Hotel
Hop in with your Brunch Bunch
Get your Brunch Bunch together for the Easter Long Weekend for an unforgettable Easter Themed Brunch. The Pavilion will play host on Easter Saturday for you to enjoy a decadent Easter themed brunch from 10am to 12pm on Saturday 30 March.
Think hot cross buns with whipped cinnamon butter, fresh fruit, poached eggs w/ streaky maple bacon & carrot & potato rosti or shakshuka baked eggs w/ harissa spiced sausage & sourdough finishing with our signature Easter Meringues w/ chocolate cream.
We’ve also got a menu for the little ones too!
Every guest receives a ticket for their chance to WIN an EASTER HAMPER valued at $150!
Suitable age: all ages
Date/Time: Saturday 30th March 10am-12pm
Location: Narellan Hotel
Cost: $50/adult $20/child
Tickets: https://booking.resdiary.com/widget/Standard/NarellanHotel1/9391?date=2024-03-30
ILLAWARRA
Easter Sunday at Jamberoo
This season, they will continue the trend of recent years with individually prepared bags of chocolate Easter eggs being handed out to all children aged 4-12 years when they enter the park. This helps with safety measures, adds a personal touch and a photo opportunity, and means all children will get their own special bag of eggs.
Be early! From 10 – 11am the Easter Bunny and Sammy the Shark will start handing out the eggs and they will be available for photos near the park entrance – so bring your camera and share the fun with #jamberooactionpark on Facebook and Instagram.
There will also be an Easter Hamper Guessing Competition, and other competitions and giveaways around Outback Bay all day long! They recommend that tickets be bought online (to save time and money), but they can be bought at the gate with ticket booths opening at 10.00am – or slightly earlier. They recommend all guests* to be ready to come in by 9.45am.
Date/time: Sunday 31 March 2024 10am – 5pm
Location: Jamberoo near Wollongong
Age Group: 4 – 12 and adults / carers
Cost: Online prices: Adult: $74, Child $64 ( 4 – 12 years old), Under 4 are free
Tickets: https://www.jamberoo.net/park-info/whats-on/giant-easter-egg-hunt/
Kiama seaside markets
Kiama Seaside Markets offer a delightful blend of coastal charm and vibrant community spirit. Set against the stunning backdrop of the Pacific Ocean, these markets are a treasure trove of locally made crafts, fresh produce, and unique artisanal goods. Stroll along the bustling stalls, savoring the aroma of gourmet treats and soaking in the lively atmosphere. From handmade jewelry to homemade jams, there’s something to entice every visitor. With live music adding to the ambiance, the Kiama Seaside Markets promise a leisurely day out by the sea, where you can immerse yourself in the laid-back coastal vibe and discover hidden gems aplenty.
Suitable age: all ages
Date/Time: Friday 29th march from 9am
Location: Black Beach, Kiama
Cost: Free
The Georgia Rose Boutique Market
Browse the ever-evolving collaboration of artisan stalls, boutique retailers, local makers and emerging businesses at the regions newest market, The Georgia Rose Boutique Market.
The stunning back drop of the Shellharbour Marina, combined with the incredible restaurants of The Waterfront Dining Precinct, creates the perfect place to catch up with friends, enjoy a stroll and browse the stalls. Chill out on the lawn, soak up the sun and enjoy your Sunday!
Suitable age: all ages
Location: Waterfront Promenade Shell Cove
Date/Time: Sunday 31st March 10am-3pm
Cost: Free
Meet the Easter Bunny @ Stockland Shellharbour
Capture a memorable photo with the cuddly Easter Bunny. He’ll be roaming around the centre at the above date, ready to say hello and pose for a picture!
The first 150 kids will receive their choice of a pair of fluffy bunny ears or a hot crossed bun, while stocks last and limited to one per person, per day.
Suitable age: all ages
Date/Time: Saturday 30th March 10:30- 1:30
Location: Stockland Shellharbour
Cost: Free
Bulli Easter Market
Bulli Village Market is a destination market located on the Northern suburbs of Wollongong, 2 mins drive from our beautiful Coastline. This market has both indoor and outdoor seating areas too enjoy, plenty of parking and ATM at this location. There is also a great play area for kids with a sandpit, pony rides, Face painter, hair braider and henna tattooist.
Come down for lunch with an amazing selection of Street foods, live music on the Global Green where you can laze away the market day with us.
Suitable age: all ages
Date/Time: Sunday 31st March 9am-2pm egg hunt 11am
Location: Bulli Showground Grevillea Park Road Bulli
Cost: Gold Coin
Easter Sunday @ Shellharbour Club
HAVE A HAPPY & HOPPY EASTER – SUNDAY 31 MARCH
Come experience a happy & hoppy Easter at The Shellharbour Club, where egg-citing Easter festivities await the whole family!
Giant Roving Easter Bunny
The Giant Easter Bunny will make a special guest appearance, roaming around The Shellharbour Club handing out chocolate Easter Eggs to all!
Where: Main Lounge, Precinct & Foyer
Time: 12pm – 2pm
Airbrush Tattooist
Add a splash of excitement to your kids’ Easter celebration with the FREE Airbrush Tattooist!
Where: Fiftysix Balcony
Time: 12pm – 2pm
Peter Rabbit Movie
Kick back and relax in the Precinct with the Peter Rabbit Movie, perfect for the whole family to enjoy!
Where: Precinct
Time: 5pm – close
Creme-Egg-Splosion
Enjoy our special Easter soft serve at Bon Bon all Easter long. It will be an egg-splosion of creamy chocolate delight!
Where: Bon Bon
Dates: Thursday 7 March – Sunday 31 March
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