Easter is a top time to get out and about in Devon with egg hunts and special family activities usually happening while the kids are off. This post includes a selection ideas for fun things to do in Devon this Easter school holiday.
The Easter school holidays in Devon happen from 5 to 21 April 2025, so this is when most attractions will be running themed events.
If you’re looking for more ideas for the rest of the month check out my full guide to what’s on in Devon this April.
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Easter egg hunts and Easter trails in Devon in 2025
Want to find out where the Easter bunny has hidden it’s eggs? Check out my full guide to Easter egg hunts and trails in Devon including National Trust egg hunts and trails at family attractions.
What’s on this Easter in Devon?
Don’t fancy an egg hunt? Here’s what else is going including family-friendly events, shows and activities happening around Devon this Easter:
Tulip Fest at Strawberry Fields, Lifton Farm – 5 to 21 April 2025
A little piece of Holland is coming to Devon this Easter as Lifton Farm opens the largest tulip field in the South West of England.
Preparations have been underway since November when the farm team planted 250,000 bulbs. Expect to see a riot of colour with 40 varieties of tulip on display alongside as many photo opportunities so you can grab the perfect family snap.
Find out more and book tickets for Tulip Fest.
Easter fun at Becky Falls – 5 to 21 April 2025
Visit Becky Falls this Easter to find out which of their animals lay eggs (some might surprise you) in their Easter-themed Challenge.
There may be an extra charge for this Easter activity.
Find out more about what’s on at Becky Falls.
Character meets at Woodlands Family Theme Park – 8 and 15 April 2025
Titian the Robot is returning to Woodlands near Dartmouth this Easter holiday. See him on two dates in the Easter holidays.
Character meet and greets are included in the admission price.
Check the Woodlands website for more information.
Easter craft workshops with Pom Stitch Tassel in Bovey Tracey – 8 to 17 April 2025
Have a crafty Easter with opportunities to sew, paint and decorate your own seasonal creations with the experts at Pom Stitich Tassel.
Several workshops are being run over the two week holiday with sessions suitable for children aged two-years-old and up.
There’s even a discount for Devon with Kids readers.
Find out more and book on the Pom Stitch Tassel website.
Kids activities at RAMM in Exeter – selected dates from 8 to 17 April 2025
Visit RAMM in Exeter this Easter holiday to take part in craft and food workshops inspired by Devon and beyond.
Places need to be booked in advance.
Find out more about what’s on at RAMM.
Spring Loco Trail at Pecorama in Beer, East Devon – 8 to 19 April 2025
Step into the world of steam trains as you navigate an exciting obstacle course packed with challenges and interactive games. Along the way, you’ll learn fascinating facts about steam trains and the magic of railways.
The trail is included in your admission.
Find out more about what’s on at Pecorama this Easter.
Easter Grotto at the Milky Way, North Devon – 8 to 21 April 2025
There’s a feast of chocolatey Easter fun being laid on at the Milky Way this school holiday.
Journey down the rabbit hole to discover the theme park’s unique Easter Grotto and collect a chocolatey treat from the Easter Bunny.
The grotto is for children aged one to 11. Visits are free this year but must be booked when you buy your park entry tickets.
Find out more on the Milky Way website.
Family drumming workshop at Teignmouth Pavilions – 9 April 2025
Head to Teignmouth for a rhythmic adventure with Drum Devon. This hands on family workshop will explore the joy of West African drumming with plenty of fun, laughter, and beats to groove to.
No experience necessary – just bring your enthusiasm and get ready to make music memories with your loved ones.
Find out more and book the workshop.
The Amazing Bubble Man at Exeter Northcott Theatre – 9 April 2025
Louis Pearlexplores the breath-taking dynamics of bubbles, combining comedy and artistry with audience participation and enough spellbinding bubble tricks to keep everyone mesmerised.
From square bubbles, bubbles inside bubbles, fog-filled bubbles, giant bubbles, bubble volcanoes, tornados and trampolines to people inside bubbles, the Amazing Bubble Man conjures shrieks of laughter and gasps of amazement from all ages.
Find out more and book tickets on the Exeter Northcott website.
Adventure tram services in Seaton, East Devon – 9, 11 & 13 April 2025
There’s dinosaur and pirate themed adventures, as well as a sensory ride on Seaton Tramway this Easter school holiday.
Find out more about these special events in April and at other times throughout the year on the Seaton Tramway website.
Family fun days at Lorna Doone near Lynton – 9 and 16 April 2025
Join the team at Lorna Doone for a free family fun day with activities from crafting to nature discovery.
Find out more about visiting Lorna Doone.
Pirates Love Underpants at Exeter Northcott Theatre – 10 to 12 April 2025
Based on the book by Claire Freedman and Ben Cort this fun-filled family show has adventure, music, puppetry and glittering pants of gold.
There is a BSL-interpreted performance on Saturday 12 April.
Find out more and book on the Exeter Northcott Theatre website.
The Goose & Mrs Frost at Teignmouth Pavilions – 11 April 2025
Go on an adventure through the seasons. From crisp white paper pages to bright colourful pop-up scenes, this show is all about the changes in the seasons, unseasonal weather patterns, overcoming adversity and the transformative power of kindness.
Find out more about book tickets on the Teignmouth Pavilions website.
TOP SECRET: the Magic of Science show at Babbacombe Theatre – 11 April 2025
The Top Secret is a fast moving colourful magical science show filled with mystery, suspense and lots of mess!
Find out more and book tickets on the Babbacombe Theatre website.
Woodlands Easter Grotto – 11 to 20 April 2025
The Easter Grotto returns to Woodlands Family Theme Park this Easter with a walk through experience of the Easter Bunny’s home and egg factory, a meet and greet with the Bunny and a gift for the kids.
Tickets for the grotto are sold separately to theme park entry.
Find out more on the Woodlands website.
Easter Food Market at The Brew Hub in Buckfastleigh – 12 April 2025
The Brew Hub in Buckfastleigh, South Devon, is bringing together some of the best local food and drink producers for a Easter event.
Enjoy a fantastic selection of delicious food and drink, all in a welcoming space designed for relaxing and soaking up the community atmosphere. Whether it’s a bite to eat, a specialty coffee from Voyager or artisan treats to take home and enjoy over Easter, there’s something for everyone.
Find more details on Instagram.
Bluebell Sunday at Hartland Abbey – 13 April 2025
Head to Hartland Abbey to enjoy the bluebells for a reduced entrance fee.
These Spring blooms carpet the walks from the Walled Gardens to the sea with restored paths leading to the Woodland Summerhouse, the Gazebo and Blackpool Mill overlooking the Atlantic.
Find out more about visiting Hartland Abbey in April.
Eggstraordinary Easter with Mildred Tumbleweed in Plymouth – 13 April 2025
The Easter Bunny has escaped! Can you help Mildred Tumbleweed complete a series of magical challenges to bring the bunny back?
This event is a mix of storytelling and interactive adventures and children will receive a magical memento to take home. It is being hosted at Crownhill Scout Group.
Find out more about this event and how to book.
Dinosaur Adventure Live at various locations – 15 to 16 April 2025
Are you ready for a roar-some adventure? Chaos has erupted on dinosaur island and the audience is coming along for a bumpy ride to save the pre-historic residents. See all new dinos and their babies in!
- Palace Theatre, Paignton – 15 April 2025
- Queens Theatre, Barnstaple – 16 April 2025
Find out more and book tickets on the theatre websites.
The Ultimate Bubble Show at Palace Theatre, Paignton – 16 April 2025
Join Ray, International Bubbleologist and Guinness World Record Holder, and help him in his quest to complete the bubble game and make the ultimate bubble.
This is a fast paced show full of high energy and surprises as Ray uses various different gases to create incredible bubble sculptures, effects and magical displays.
Find out more and buy tickets on the Palace Theatre website.
Spring Crafts at Holydorf Woods, East Devon – 16 April 2025
Join Wild East Devon’s education ranger for a family crafting session using all natural materials and small tools to create an array of different spring themed crafts.
There will also be a tasty snack to cook over the camp fire.
The event is suitable for all ages. Booking is essential.
Find out more on the Wild East Devon website.
Easter Bunny Rhymes at The Box in Plymouth – 18 April 2025
Children’s poet and author Jane Newberry will be at The Box for a special Good Friday edition of the regular Tell Me A Story session. This interactive event will be filled with Easter animal themed play-rhymes, songs, fun percussion and props.
Find out more on The Box website.
Exmouth Dinosaur and Geology Day – 19 April 2025
Exmouth Town Council is organising a day of free dino fun including a dinosaur fun run in conjunction with Park Run, an Easter egg hunt, stalls, a scavenger hunt and other entertainment.
Find out more on the Visit Exmouth website.
I Saw a Dinosaur at Exmouth Pavilion – 20 April 2025
Join the ultimate Easter Eggstravaganza with Ranger Danger, meet adorable baby dinosaurs, and face the mighty T-Rex in this thrilling show with stunts, games, and photo ops. Book VIP tickets for I Saw A Dinosaur and enjoy an exclusive dino meet-and-greet too.
Book your tickets on the Exmouth Pavilion website or by calling the Box Office.
The Enchanted Princes Ball at Babbacombe Theatre – 21 April 2025
This Royal Princess Extravaganza is a fast paced, high energy and engaging musical toe tapping adventure that is perfect for the whole family featuring stunning sets, sparkling costumes and lots of songs, dance, laughs and audience participation.
Find out more and buy tickets on the Babbacombe Theatre website.
More things to do in April
For top tips on what’s happening the rest of the month check out my guide to what’s on in Devon this April.
Do you know of something happening this Easter that isn’t on this list or my round up of Devon Easter egg hunts? Let me know by commenting below or sending me a message.
Planning ahead? Here’s what’s on in Devon in May.
More things to do in Devon
Here’s some more places you might like to visit:
- Ideas for rainy days in Devon
- Zoos and animal attractions
- Theme parks in Devon
- Outdoor activities and attractions
- Dog-friendly family attractions in Devon
- Free things to do
- Adventure playgrounds in Devon
- Things to do with teens in Devon.
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