12 ways to hop into Canberra’s Easter long weekend celebrations
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The Easter long weekend is just around the corner, and Canberra is buzzing with egg-citing events for everyone!
From cocktails that would make the Easter Bunny jealous to family-friendly egg hunts and special dining experiences, there’s no shortage of ways to celebrate.
Whether you’re looking to indulge in decadent treats, enjoy a special meal with loved ones, or keep the kids entertained with holiday activities, here’s your comprehensive guide to making the most of the festive four-day weekend.
Hop into Midnight Bar
Because who can say no to an Easter-themed cocktail? Shaking up three limited edition drinks, Midnight Bar is now home to the Hazel Hop (imagine an alcoholic Tim Tam Slam), the Whitechoco-Tinin (white light vodka, crème de cocoa, ice cream, citric sugar, macadamia nuts, and cream) and the Easter Lily (a sweet, sherbert-y delight with a zesty lemon twist). They’re the things sweet dreams – and drinks – are made of.
Taste the flavours of Easter at No.10 Restaurant and Bar
This April is looking sweet at No.10 Restaurant and Bar as they offer some delicious seasonal specials for one week only!
Available from Monday 14 until Monday 21 April, not only can you kickstart your morning with their Hot Cross Bun + Coffee Bundle for just $10, but you can indulge in Strawberry & Coconut White Hot Chocolate, and enjoy French Toast Hot Cross Buns, topped with cinnamon infused syrup and cream.
If that’s not enough, hop in for an after-work drink to try their limited-edition cocktail, Bunnies Delight – a delicious blend of Bailey’s, strawberry, and vodka. Think an adult version of strawberry milk!
Take the kids along to Easter holiday fun at Canberra Outlet
Canberra Outlet is offering a range of exciting and free activities these Easter holidays!
Explore the free Easter Maze, open daily from 11 am to 2 pm outside the Lindt store. Kids and families can enjoy navigating the maze while indulging in delicious Lindt chocolate giveaways. The first 50 children to complete the Easter Maze at 11 am on select dates (Saturday 12, Sunday 13, Saturday 19, and Sunday 20 April) will receive their very own cuddly Easter Bunny plush.
For fans of the beloved animated series, SpongeBob SquarePants and Patrick Star will be making special appearances for live shows and meet and greets. From Wednesday 23 to Sunday 27 April, these iconic characters will be performing at 11am and 1pm daily outside Little Amigos. And don’t miss the extra shows on Anzac Day, with performances at 1 pm and 3 pm.
To wrap up the festivities, PLAY – The Dance Company will be putting on a showcase performance on Sunday 27 April at 3pm. Featuring a blend of dance, music, and dynamic choreography, this free performance is a perfect way to end the holiday celebrations.
Until Sunday 27 April | Canberra Outlet, Iron Knob Street, Fyshwick | Find out more here
Battle of the Bunnies is a must-do at Marketplace Gungahlin
The kids won’t be bored with this line-up of events. From the Battle of the Bunnies – where primary school students are invited unleash their artistic talents by decorating larger-than-life Easter bunny sculptures – to making bunny masks, fairy garden jars, a mini farm and more, you’ll need to book ahead to reserve your spot in these fun and free workshops!
Make sure to check out the website to see the full program.
Until Sunday 27 April | 30 & 33 Hibberson Street, Gungahlin | More information here.
Bar Beirut brings the flavour with a Good Friday Seafood Feast
This Good Friday, Bar Beirut is hosting a seven-course seafood feast featuring their signature seafood hits, including zippy kingfish tarter, spiced calamari, and freshly shucked oysters with pomegranate mignonette and yogurt pearl!
Friday 18 April | Bar Beirut, 25 Garema Place, City | Book here.
Enjoy some Easter egg-citement at Corin Forest
Get ready for a long weekend full of snow, slides, and chocolate! Head to Corin Forest to take a thrilling ride on the alpine slide, hunt high and low for eggs, and experience the magic of snow before winter even arrives!
Tickets are limited, so book early before they sell out.
Friday 18 until Monday 21 April | Corin Forest, 1268 Corin Road, Paddy’s River | Book here.
Spend the Easter weekend at Shaw Estate
Consider this your perfect excuse to discover Shaw Estate. Head along to enjoy a relaxed and refined dining experience on Easter Saturday, special seafood offerings on Easter Sunday and watch as the kids run wild during a free Easter egg hunt from 1.30 pm!
Open Saturday 19, Sunday 20 and Monday 21 April from 11.30 am | 34 Isabel Drive, Murrumbateman | Book here.
You don’t want to miss the Easter Egg Roll-A-Thon
You read that right. An Easter Egg Roll-A-thon is happening at the Little Burley Markets on Saturday! Have no idea what that is? All you do is roll your Easter egg down the hill and the roller of the egg that travels the furthest will win an egg-cellent prize. Plus, there will be stalls, family-friendly entertainment, Easter Egg painting and more!
Saturday 19 April, 9 am – 2 pm | Queen Elizabeth Terrace, Parkes | More information here.
Easter Saturday at Hotel Kurrajong
This Easter Saturday Hotel Kurrajong is serving high tea with a twist – it’s seafood themed.
Inviting people to book their families in for a decadent meal, the menu is a little different from your standard high tea offering. Instead of cucumbers, you’ll find finger sandwiches stuffed with blue swimmer crab meat, while pulled butter-poached lobster sliders, tempura prawns, and oysters Rockefeller replace savoury tarts.
As for the sweets? From chocolate-dipped strawberries to Belgian chocolate mousse tart, they also have an assortment of irresistible treats. Add in a continuous flow of refreshing mimosas, premium teas and freshly brewed coffee, and an Easter egg hunt in the courtyard and it’s the perfect mix of elegance and coastal indulgence.
Saturday 19 April, 12 pm – 2 pm | 8 National Circuit, Barton | Book here.
Enjoy sunset views and sips at Leyla
This Easter Saturday, why not soak in some stunning views of Canberra while sipping on a signature Easter cocktail at Leyla?
Also serving wine, tapas and more, book in from 4 pm to secure a spot.
Saturday 19 April, from 4 pm | Level 7, Burbury Hotel, 1 Burbury Close, Barton | Book here.
Beets and Berries is hosting an entirely vegan High Tea at Sweet Bones
Vegans are in for a treat as Beets and Berries hosts a very special high tea at Sweet Bones in Scullin! Packed full of sweets and savoury bites, for $45 per person ($18 per child under 12) you’ll also enjoy the choice of a tea, coffee or juice and have fun in a colouring competition!
Saturday 19 April, 2 pm – 4 pm | 3 Scullin Place, Scullin | Book here.
Head along to the Easter extravaganza at the Canberra Miniature Railway
Over 4,000 Easter eggs to hunt and miniature train rides. What’s not to love? The Canberra Miniature Railway is holding its Easter extravaganza and it’s perfect for all ages. Your ticket will include entry, unlimited rides, the light shows, and (for children) the Easter egg grabs.
Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 April, 5 pm – 8.30 pm | 501 Jerrabomberra Avenue, Symonston |Book here.
You can’t miss the Easter Sunday Buffet High Tea at the Hyatt
Just in time for Easter, the Hyatt is bringing back its famous buffet High Tea! You’ll be able to indulge in dessert stations (including chocolate mud cake, chocolate trifle, strawberry cream trifle, tiramisu, and more), a live creperie station, and a Florence Gelato Pop-Up.
Little ones joining? Make sure to join the complimentary Easter Egg hunt at 3 pm!
Sunday 20 April, 11.30 am – 2.30 pm | Hyatt Hotel Canberra, 120 Commonwealth Avenue, Yarralumla | Book here.
Did someone say “Easter Egg Hunt at Haig Park?”
Hop on down to Haig Park Village Markets for an egg-citing Easter-themed market! Along with a free Easter scavenger hunt, there will also be Easter-themed arts and crafts, stalls to explore, and family-friendly entertainment. Follow clues all the way around the park to collect a special Easter prize! See you there?
Sunday 20 April, 10 am – 12 pm | Haig Park, Braddon | More information here.
Get into the spirit at the Easter Market at the Old Bus Depot
The Old Bus Depot Markets is the place to be this Easter weekend! Along with the opportunity to hunt for original and unique handcrafted jewellery, homewares, clothes and more, they are also hosting an Easter egg hunt! It will be sure to make some-bunny very happy.
Sunday 20 April, 9.30 am – 2.3o pm | 21 Wentworth Avenue, Kingston | More information here
Relax at Ostani
Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner across the long weekend, head along to Ostani in Barton to relax in the restaurant or make the most of the outdoor pavilion. With free face painting and balloon animals available for the kids on Easter Saturday and Sunday from 7.30 am until 10.30 am, you can take the whole family.
Hotel Realm, 18 National Circuit, Barton | Book here.
