Easter Events in London 2026
Date: April 3, 2026 (Good Friday) - Two performances at 12 noon and 3:15pm
Location: Trafalgar Square, London
Wintershall Theatre presents two powerful 90-minute performances of The Passion of Jesus, featuring over 100 performers in one of London's most iconic locations. Celebrating its 15th anniversary, this moving Good Friday tradition is completely free and will also be livestreamed.
Date: April 3, 2026 (Good Friday) at 2:30pm
Location: Royal Albert Hall, London
The Royal Choral Society and Royal Philharmonic Orchestra perform Handel's Messiah for the 150th consecutive year, a tradition dating back to 1876. Tickets from £24.
Dates: April 4-5, 2026, 1pm-5pm
Location: Camden Market, London
Join the Cheeky Meeky Family Rave and explore an Easter trail of 3D artworks throughout the market. Enjoy bonnet making workshops, face painting, and surprise Easter bunny visits across the weekend.
Date: Sunday April 5, 2026, from 11am
Location: Covent Garden, London
Celebrate Easter Sunday with a vibrant parade featuring street performers, live music, and costumed participants through the heart of Covent Garden.
Date: Saturday April 4, 2026, 11am-4pm
Location: Horniman Museum and Gardens, Forest Hill, SE23
Celebrate spring with live music, craft workshops, face painting, and the popular Easter Bonnet Parade competition. Advance booking required.
Date: Thursday April 17, 2026
Location: Old Spitalfields Market, London
Create your own bonnet and join the festivities. The 1pm Colour Walk and 2pm 'Wearable Art' talk make for a creative and colourful afternoon out.
Date: April 3, 2026 (Good Friday)
Location: 75 Devons Road, Bromley-by-Bow, London
A unique Good Friday tradition where a sailor adds a new hot cross bun to the net hanging in the pub each year, keeping alive a centuries-old London custom.
Dates: April 3-6, 2026
Location: Cutty Sark, Greenwich, London
Explore the historic ship on a themed Easter trail, hunting for hidden eggs with letters to unscramble a secret nautical code. Solve the code and claim a free chocolate treat at the café beneath the hull. Free with ship admission, best for ages 5+.
Date: Sunday April 5, 2026, from 12:00 noon
Location: Top Cuvée, Blackstock Road, Highbury, London
The sixth edition of this adults-only Easter egg hunt in partnership with Tony's Chocolonely. Follow a neighbourhood trail leading back to the wine bar, with full-sized Easter eggs, Top Cuvée tote bags, and larger prizes for selected winners. Register in advance!
Dates: March 26 – April 26, 2026
Location: Battersea Power Station, London
Hunt for 21 beautifully decorated elephant sculptures across the riverside neighbourhood, each designed by a different artist. Tick them off on a mobile app to win rewards and prizes. A vibrant open-air art gallery the whole family can enjoy — completely free.
Date: Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026, 12:00–4:00 PM
Location: L'oscar London, Southampton Row, Holborn
Indulge in an unlimited Easter afternoon tea at this stunning five-star boutique hotel in a Grade II* listed former Baptist Church headquarters. Seasonal egg-themed savouries and patisserie in one of London's most beautiful interiors.
