🌼 Free Family Activities in Liverpool – Easter Half Term 2026
Discover a range of fantastic free activities for families to enjoy across Liverpool and nearby areas this Easter. From creative workshops to Easter parties, outdoor adventures, and community events, there’s something fun for everyone!
🎨 Creative Workshops
🐾 Pets at Home – My Pet Pals Workshops
📅 Various dates (check link below for local store availability)
📍 Pets at Home stores nationwide
Interactive sessions where children can learn how to care for pets, meet small animals, and earn a certificate.
🔗 More info here
🌿 Free Family Events – Sefton Park Palm House
📅 1st – 8th April
📍 Sefton Park Palm House, Liverpool L17 1AP
Enjoy a range of Easter-themed activities including crafts, teddy bear picnics, storytelling and more inside the beautiful glasshouse. Perfect for younger children and a lovely spring day out.
🔗 More info here
🖼️ Family-Friendly Free Museums in Liverpool
Liverpool is home to some brilliant free museums with interactive exhibits, hands-on learning and family-friendly activities – perfect for a fun (and budget-friendly) day out with the kids 🎨✨
🦖 World Museum Liverpool
📍 William Brown Street, Liverpool L3 8EN
Explore ancient history, space, and dinosaurs, including the Dino Takeover exhibition with life-sized models. Interactive exhibits and a science discovery centre make it ideal for children of all ages. Some special exhibitions may require booking.
🔗 More info here
🌊 Museum of Liverpool
📍 Pier Head, Liverpool L3 1DG
Discover the city’s story through interactive zones, storytelling spaces, and free children’s workshops during school holidays. A great hands-on experience for curious little ones.
🔗 More info here
🎨 Walker Art Gallery
📍 William Brown Street, Liverpool L3 8EL
Home to an incredible art collection, plus family trails and creative craft sessions for kids during school holidays. A relaxed and inspiring indoor activity.
🔗 More info here
⚓ The Maritime Museum
📍 Albert Dock, Liverpool L3 4AQ
Dive into Liverpool’s maritime history with interactive displays, hands-on exhibits, and family-friendly events throughout the year.
🔗 More info here
🎉 Active Fun & Entertainment
🐣 Easter Party – Liverpool ONE
📅 Good Friday 3rd April
📍 Liverpool ONE, L1 8JQ
Enjoy a full day of Easter fun including face painting a family barn dance, Easter bonnet competition, craft workshops and classic egg & spoon races.
🔗 More info here
🌿 Nature Trail – Chavasse Park
📅 Daily during park hours
📍 Chavasse Park, Liverpool ONE, L1 8JQ
Pick up a free activity and explore the park with a spring-themed nature trail, perfect for getting little ones outdoors.
🔗 More info here
🏃♀️ Parkrun – Free Weekly Running Events
📅 Every Saturday & Sunday
📍 Various locations across Liverpool
Get active as a family with Parkrun – free, timed running events for all ages and abilities.
🔗 More info here
🏊 Free Junior Swimming – Volair Leisure Centres
📅 Easter holidays (check timetable)
📍 Volair clubs across Knowsley
Children under 16 can enjoy free swimming during public sessions. Free membership required.
🔗 More info here
🏊♂️ Free Swimming – Liverpool City Council
📅 30th March – 12th April
📍 Participating Liverpool pools
Free swimming sessions for children aged 16 and under during public swim times.
🔗 More info here
🎉 Blackstock Market – Family Fun Day
📅 Every Sunday & Good Friday Easter Special
⏰ From 11:00 AM
📍 Blackstock Market, Liverpool L6 1HP
Live entertainment, stalls, and family activities every Sunday, plus a special Easter event on Good Friday where kids can meet the Easter Bunny.
🔗 More info here
📚 Storytelling, Libraries & Reading
📚 Storytelling & Reading Nooks – Liverpool ONE
📅 Ongoing
📍 Coffee shops around Liverpool ONE, L1 8JQ
Pop into participating coffee shops where free reading corners are stocked with children’s books from The Reader Bookshelf.
🔗 More info here
📚 Easter Activities – Knowsley Libraries
📅 1st – 11th April
📍 Huyton, Halewood, Kirkby, Prescot & Stockbridge Village Libraries
A variety of free activities including crafts, gardening sessions, and family-friendly workshops across local libraries.
🔗 More info here
🌼 Community Events
🌳 Knowsley Parks – Easter Activities
📅 Throughout the Easter holidays
📍 Parks and green spaces across Knowsley
Enjoy free spring-themed trails, nature crafts, forest school sessions, and community events with local partners. No booking required.
🔗 More info here
🎉 TDCA Easter Community Events
📅 11th – 14th April
📍 Halewood (various locations)
Four days of free Easter fun including arts & crafts, performing arts, soft play, environmental workshops, swimming sessions and food provided.
🔗 More info here
🧒 Free Holiday Clubs – Liverpool City Council (HAF Programme)
📅 Throughout Easter holidays
📍 Across Liverpool
Free holiday clubs offering activities, sports and meals. Pre-booking required, with priority for children eligible for free school meals.
🔗 More info here
🧒 Free Holiday Clubs – Knowsley Council (HAF Programme)
📅 Throughout Easter holidays
📍 Across Knowsley
A range of free holiday clubs with sports, crafts and activities. Pre-booking required.
🔗 More info here
🌳 Explore Liverpool’s Beautiful Parks
Liverpool is full of wonderful green spaces perfect for family days out, especially in spring 🌼
Sefton Park – A huge park with playgrounds, a fairy glen, and the famous Palm House. L17 1AP
Otterspool Promenade – Perfect for scooting, biking, or a riverside walk. L17 4AR
Croxteth Park – Woodland trails and a large playground. L11 1EG
Calderstones Park – Storybook play area and gardens to explore. L18 3JB
Springfield Park – Open green space and playgrounds. L14 1NY
Everton Park – Amazing skyline views and a modern play area. L5 3PQ
Stanley Park – A Victorian park with a lake and play areas. L4 9XP
Newsham Park – Lakes, football pitches, and picnic spots. L6 2BL
Princes Park – Peaceful park with woodland and a lake. L8 3TR
Walton Hall Park – Spacious park with play areas and walking paths. L4 5TF
With so many free, family-friendly events and activities taking place across Liverpool and Knowsley this Easter half term, there’s no shortage of ways to keep the kids entertained without breaking the bank. From Easter crafts and outdoor adventures to swimming and community events, there’s something for every age and interest.
Be sure to check links for the latest updates, bookmark this guide, and start planning a fun-filled Easter 🐣✨