Easter weekend will soon be upon us and there is lots going on in the city, and lots of Easter Activities over the coming weeks too. Find some of the highlights below ...
The Secret Easter Garden Trail
Gloucester Cathedral
15 March - 12 April

Can you spot the flowers hidden around the Cathedral?
Set off on a fun, family-friendly adventure as you explore the building in search of beautiful blooms.
Identify the plants you discover along the way, then use them as inspiration to design and draw your very own Secret Easter Garden.
Find out more HERE
Bunnies Art Class with Stephanie Cole Design
Hetty's Place, Gloucester Food Dock
27 March

Make your very own Easter bunny decoration with illustrator @stephaniecole_design at one of two lovely workshop dates planned for March. Whether a beginner or complete pro, it's sure to be a wonderful, creative couple of hours of relaxing fun rummaging through ribbons and paint tubes!
Find out more HERE
Kids' Easter / Beltane Craft Workshop
The Folk of Gloucester
31 March, 1, 7 & 8 April

Join resident textiles artist Ally Goff in a two-hour session making three high-quality springtime objects including:
Green Man felt mask
Leaping hare mobile
Fuzzy butterfly hair clip / decoration
Plus, find the hares hiding around our historic building to win a prize!
Find out more HERE
Easter Goose Trail
Llanthony Secunda Priory
2 April

Join the Easter Goose Trail at Llanthony Secunda Priory!
This Easter, set off on a fun-filled adventure around the beautiful grounds of Llanthony Secunda Priory! There are nine hidden geese waiting to be found- can you spot them all?
Find out more HERE
Brick Builders Club: Dragons & Castles
Museum of Gloucester
4 April

Step into a world of knights, dragons and magical castles in this relaxed, self-directed LEGO session for families. Build at your own pace, follow fun themed prompts, or let your imagination run wild!
Find out more HERE
Afternoon Tea at The Folk
Folk of Gloucester
4, 11, 18 & 25 April
On selected Saturdays, the cosy café is offering special afternoon teas with a selection of delicious homemade cakes, scones and sandwiches. Enjoy living the high life in the surroundings of the beautiful 500-year-old historic building and garden on Westgate Street!
Find out More HERE
Children's Crystal and Mindfulness Workshop
The Folk of Gloucester
4. 11 & 25 April

A fun learning experience where children can find out about the crystals associated with each Chakra. Local instructor Enchanting Aruella will take kids through the emotions associated with each Chakra and how each crystal can help balance them out.
Find out more HERE
Orchard St Food & Craft Market
4 & 5 April
Gloucester Quays

Wander, taste, and soak up the vibrant market-day atmosphere while meeting our friendly, passionate producers and makers. With around 70 fantastic traders each month, including all your regular favourites and some brilliant new businesses joining us for 2026, there's always something new to discover.
Find out more HERE
Thats Amore! Jazz night!
Topoly's Italian Restaurant
6 April
THAT'S AMORE! Something new. Something smooth.
We're so excited about the first-ever Jazz Night at Topolys Italian — an intimate evening filled with live jazz, moody lighting, and beautiful bites.
Find out more HERE
Guildhall Comedy Club
Gloucester Guildhall
7 April

Guildhall Comedy Club brings the finest new touring comedians to Gloucester with local comedian Nik Hill as your MC.
Hosted in the Guildhall Cinema, this intimate version of our comedy club offers the perfect atmosphere for a good weeknight laugh.
Find out More HERE
Spring into Easter: Family Activities
Gloucester Cathedral
7, 8 & 9 April

Spring into Easter at the Cathedral Family Days this April. Discover the signs of new life around the Cathedral and explore how the natural world connects with our favourite Easter traditions.
Take home everything you make. Drop in, no booking required. Donations welcome.
Find out More HERE
Library Tours - Easter Theme
Gloucester Cathedral
11 April

Located up a winding spiral staircase, the medieval library at Gloucester Cathedral contains a wonderful collection of books and manuscripts dating back to the 11th century.
Explore the easter story in the Bible collection and maybe spot a few bunnies and chicks as well on this Easter themed library tour.
Find out More HERE
This is just a snapshot of the events and activities that are taking place throughout April.
Keep an eye out for our April What's On Guide for more events, or why not visit our What's On Calendar and view them all - What's On Calendar
However you enjoy the city this April, don't forget to share your pics with us #visitgloucester
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