The Best things to do this Easter in Cork

Cork's Easter offerings in 2025 are full of fun, ensuring that everyone in the family can find something special to enjoy.

1. Racing Home for Easter Festival

From April 19th to 21st, 2025, the town of Mallow hosts the annual Racing Home for Easter Festival. This three-day event is a great celebration of horse racing, live entertainment and family activities. With a free shuttle service from Mallow town and train station, accessibility is a breeze. Whether you're a racing enthusiast or simply looking for a lively day out, this festival promises excitement for all. ​

2. Easter Camp at Old Cork Waterworks Experience

For families seeking educational fun during the Easter holidays, the Old Cork Waterworks Experience offers an Easter camp from April 14th to 15th, 2025. Children can delve into the city's industrial heritage through interactive activities and workshops, making learning both enjoyable and engaging. ​

3. Easter Egg Orienteering Hunt at Pigeon Wood

On April 13th, enjoy an Easter Egg Orienteering Hunt at Pigeon Wood in Castlemartyr. This event combines the excitement of an Easter egg hunt with the challenge of orienteering, offering a unique outdoor adventure for families and individuals. The event is €5 per family (2 adults and 3 kids), please book in advance at the link above. ​

4. Easter Family Breaks at Cork Hotels

Treat your family to a luxurious Easter getaway at the Cork International Hotel. Their Easter Break packages are thoughtfully designed to provide both relaxation and adventure for all the family, ensuring a memorable stay as you explore Cork's fabulous surroundings. ​

If you're looking to head further west for a well deserved family break this Easter, the Clonakilty Park Hotel is a great choice, offering lots of fun for families. Their infamous egg hunt takes place on Sunday the 20th and with lots of other fun activities to enjoy such as a kids camp and teen zone, all the family will have a great Easter break in beautiful West Cork.

5. Cork International Choral Festival

Extending the Easter celebrations, the Cork International Choral Festival takes place from April 30th to May 4th, 2025. As one of Europe's premier choral festivals, it features a programme full of gala concerts, competitions, and world-class performances.

6. Easter Lego Technic (STEAM Club) Camp in Douglas

For budding engineers and creative minds, the Easter Lego Technic Camp in Douglas offers a fantastic opportunity to engage in hands-on building and learning. Scheduled for April 22nd, 2025, this camp fosters creativity and problem-solving skills in a fun environment.

7. Bricks 4 Kidz Easter Camp in Fermoy

From April 14th, 2025, the Bricks 4 Kidz Easter Camp provides a playful learning experience where children can explore engineering and architecture concepts using LEGO bricks, making education both fun and interactive. ​Bricks 4 Kidz are running their Easter camps in various locations around Cork, so make sure to check out their website and book a spot for you child in advance.

8. Fota House and Gardens Easter Trail

From April 19th to the 21st the beautiful Fota House and Gardens will host an eggcellent Easter trail from 11.00 am to 4.00 pm daily. Families will have fun searching for clues, collecting eggs and will get to collect an Easter treat at the end of their efforts. Little ones will be delighted by Easter themed characters along the way.

9. Leahy's Open Farm Easter Camp

Leahy's Open Farm is a fab spot for the kids all year round, but is egg-stra fun this Easter! From April 22nd to 24th, kids can enjoy Easter camp from 9.30 to 1.30 daily. Spaces are filling up fast, so book quickly if you want your child to enjoy some fun with the animals on the farm, art and egg hunts. Spaces are €75 per child. Call or email Leahy's Open Farm to book.

10. The Farm Grenagh Easter Egg Hunt

From April 18th to 20th, The Farm Grenagh will be hosting Easter Egg Hunts offering fun for all the family. Easter Egg Hunt tickets include admission to the farm, barrel ride, petting time with the animals and a chocolate egg for each child. Make sure to book in advance at the link above to enjoy some Easter fun on the farm.