Easter holidays 2026 in St Ives and the surrounding area has so much to offer with so many entertaining activities and Easter egg hunts for the whole family. Find yourself spoilt for choice with numerous attractions hosting fun-filled days for all ages, making St Ives the perfect Easter break destination. Here are our suggestions of Easter activities to keep you all busy…
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Our House, A Fun Easter Musical!
This Easter, don’t miss Our House, the feel-good musical from Kidz R Us at St Ives Theatre! Featuring classic Madness hits like Baggy Trousers, It Must Be Love, and Our House, it’s packed with music, laughs, and heart.
Follow Joe Casey as a life-changing decision on his 16th birthday leads him down two very different paths. With friendship, humour, and unforgettable songs, this show is perfect for a family outing or a joyful Easter treat!
Tate St Ives
If you have an appreciation for art and culture, we enthusiastically suggest a trip to St Ives Tate. Positioned in front of the magnificent Porthmeor beach, the Tate Gallery offers art enthusiasts a truly enriching day out. During Easter, our children always relish their time at the Tate, given the various activities they offer. It’s a visit well worth making, and don’t miss the excellent cafe at the top, providing breathtaking views across Porthmeor Beach.
Tate St Ives website
Eden Project at Easter time
The Eden Project is always a firm favourite with our children, whatever the season, but there’s something extra special about visiting at Easter. It’s a full day of family fun, with plenty of indoor and outdoor games and activities to keep everyone entertained.
This Easter, the Eden Project is calling all explorers! Dragon eggs have been discovered across the site, and young adventurers are invited to set off on a quest to become official dragon guardians. It’s set to be an exciting, imagination-filled adventure the whole family can enjoy.
Timed entry slots are now in place, and pre-booking your tickets in advance is still essential. The site is also dog-friendly in the outdoor areas (outside of the domes), so your four-legged family members can join in the fun too.
3rd – 19th April 2026
Eden website
Rogue Theatre’s Wild Spring Hare
Every year we take our children to the celebrate the arrival of spring in Cornwall! Join the brilliant Rogue Theatre this Easter & see the Wild Awake in Tehidy Woods.
Follow the Wild Spring Hare along a beautiful forest trail where stories unfold, characters appear, and spring comes alive through music, myth and live performance. Lose yourselves in the wild wood and find yourselves in even wilder tales, Wild Awake brings together our favorite elements of a spring adventure and invites you along a path of wild magick and awakening beauty, as the story world weaves around you and leads to the heart of the woods, where the stories come to life, and you can sit and unwind, as your imagination runs wild!
Running from 3rd to 12th April
£10 per person
Rogue Theatre website
Easter Egg Hunt on Horseback
Take a stroll on a Standing Stone pony or bring your own, down to Wildflower Woods for lots of surprises. Find out if the Easter bunny has left any treats and search the woodland for sweet treats.
Our daughter aged 8 & friends just loved doing this last year, they played games and came away with lots of chocolate, really good fun & a lovely experience for all.
Standing Stone Stables is located around the back of Carbis Bay on Trencorm Lane, just a 5 minute drive from St Ives.
Location & directions.
Booking essential but no horse riding experience necessary.
£35pp
Contact Natalie on 07800740095
Easter at the Minack Theatre
Giants
If you’re heading a little further afield during your half-term break, the Minack Theatre in Porthcurno is one of Cornwall’s most breathtaking places to visit, and in 2026 they’ll be staging a special production of Giants, perfect for families.
Giants is a fun, musical reimagining of the legend of Cormoran, the giant of St Michael’s Mount, where the small town of Marazion needs a hero to help save the day. Packed with songs, humour and colourful characters, it’s designed to entertain children and grown-ups alike.
The theatre itself is something truly special, an open-air cliff-top venue carved into granite with sweeping views over Porthcurno Bay that make any visit memorable, even before the show starts.
Performances of Giants run from 3–16 April 2026 with daytime shows that are especially suited to families.
It’s a brilliant addition to your holiday plans if you’ll be in Cornwall around Easter, combining live theatre, stunning scenery and a story that kids will remember long after the curtain falls.
Make sure you take lots of blankets to keep you warm.
The Minack
Paradise Park in the Easter holidays
This Easter at Paradise Park their is the Golden Egg Challenge. To celebrate all things golden you need to seek out the golden egg then claim your mini chocolate egg reward. If the kids need to burn off some energy off afterwards then visit the Jungle Barn, Paradise Park’s very own large indoor soft play area and cafe.
Paradise Park website
Leach Pottery Clay Days
Seeking a unique experience for your children this year? Dive into the world of pottery at Leach Pottery this Easter. Watch as skilled potters demonstrate the art of throwing on a wheel, expertly guiding the children through each step. Afterwards, let the children unleash their creativity as they try their hand at the wheel themselves. Led by our workshop leader, this hands-on experience emphasizes the joy and process of pottery for beginners.
£10.00 per child
Leach Pottery website
Trengwainton Gardens, Penzance (National Trust)
At the start of your Easter adventures in nature trail, pick up your activity pack so you can find the trail you’re going to follow and there’ll be 10 nature-inspired activities for you to complete along the way. Will you be an eagle eye, shake like a squirrel or hide like a mouse? Maybe you’ll find springtime reflections in the pond, get a feel for the grass or feed your imagination?
As the trail winds its way up through the garden, collect all sorts of fun facts about them to fill your hive and win a Rainforest Alliance chocolate egg. £3.50 per child.
National Trust website
Coco Kitchen, St Ives
If you love chocolate and getting creative then Coco Kitchen’s Easter theme workshops throughout the Easter holidays are perfect for you. Anyone can come along, these workshops are suitable for all ages. It’s something you can do with young children, teenagers, parents and even grandparents.
Firstly choose your favourite type of chocolate (dark, milk or white) and then decorate it with piped icing and sweets. You also learn where chocolate comes from, the process of making it into the chocolate we know and how the different types of chocolate are made. This workshop is a must-do activity when you visit St Ives.
Coco Kitchen website
Easter Holiday Cottages In St Ives
Are you planning a stay in St Ives this Easter? If so, you’re in for a real treat! With lots of things to do in Cornwall at Easter it’s the perfect time of year to plan your visit. Staying in one of Easter cottages in St Ives is an excellent way to enjoy the Easter break with family and friends, as they provide ample space and privacy for everyone. Plus, with many of our cottages located just a stone’s throw from St Ives’ beautiful beaches, you’ll be perfectly placed to explore all that the town has to offer.
Check out our lovely family friendly accommodation in St Ives and Carbis Bay at So St Ives
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Easter in St Ives 2026, Frequently Asked Questions
When is Easter in 2026?
Easter Sunday falls on 5 April 2026, with school holidays typically running for two weeks around this date. It’s one of the most popular times for families to visit St Ives, so booking accommodation and event tickets early is recommended.
Is St Ives good for a family Easter holiday?
Yes, St Ives is an ideal destination for a family Easter break. With sandy beaches, coastal walks, theatre performances, creative workshops and attractions like Paradise Park, crazy golf nearby, there are plenty of things to do for children of all ages. Take a look at our other blog posts, Top 10 Family Days Out in Cornwall, Top Things To Do With Teenagers in St Ives, Cornwall.
What are the best indoor activities in St Ives if it rains at Easter?
If the weather turns, there are lots of indoor family-friendly activities to enjoy. Tate St Ives offers creative workshops, Leach Pottery runs hands-on clay sessions, Coco Kitchen hosts chocolate-making workshops, and JungleBarn at Paradise Park provides indoor soft play for younger children. Read our blog post on Things To Do In Cornwall When It’s Raining.
How far is the Eden Project from St Ives?
The Eden Project is approximately a 1 hour drive from St Ives, making it a fantastic day trip during the Easter holidays.
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