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Easter in Chesterfield

Plan egg-citing adventures this Easter in Chesterfield

Need ideas to keep the kids entertained? Have a fun-filled Easter with these events, activities and days out happening in Chesterfield.

Keep your eye on this page as more events and activities will be posted.


What’s on in Chesterfield town centre?

From the popular 1940s Market to the Redbrik Foundation Chesterfield 10k, you will find an event for all interests in Chesterfield town centre.

Easter egg hunt

Easter Egg Hunt – 29th March – 13th April

Bring the family into Chesterfield town centre, where you can head to Aunty Dot’s sweet shop in the Market Hall to collect your activity sheet for an Easter Egg Hunt! Then, find the Easter eggs to spell out a word. If you return your entry form to the sweet shop, you will be entered into a prize draw with Easter eggs for first, second and third place!

Peter Rabbit Vicar Lane

Meet Peter Rabbit™ at Vicar Lane – Sunday 30th March

Hop along to Vicar Lane, where you can meet everyone’s favourite, mischievous bunny – Peter Rabbit™! There will be opportunities throughout the day to meet Peter Rabbit and get your photo taken with him. You can also plant seeds in the vegetable patch and have your face painted!

Winding wheel audience

Easter Panto, Robin Hood at the Winding Wheel – Wednesday 3rd April

If you’re looking for fun for all the family this Easter half term, this is it! Enjoy traditional panto fun at the Winding Wheel’s Easter panto, Robin Hood. With an all-star cast including Louie Spence and George Sampson, you’ll be sure to get the giggles as you spend quality time together.

My Arty Party Easter bunny puppet event

Make your own Easter bunny puppet at Pavements Shopping Centre – Thursday 4th April

My Arty Party is hosting a FREE craft workshop for children in the Pavements Shopping Centre. Families can visit anytime between 11am and 3pm, so come along and make an Easter bunny puppet!

1940s market Spitfire

1940s Market – Thursday 11th April

Immerse yourself in 40s music, entertainment, exhibitions and meet the stall holders in period dress. You will even have the opportunity to take pictures with classic cars, a vintage fire engine, and a full-size replica spitfire!

Chesterfield Museum will be on hand so you can handle objects from WW2, along with lots of other activities to enjoy.

Woman serving at a market stall selling jams

Craft and Makers Market – Saturday 13th April

Take a wander through the town centre and browse handmade gifts and seasonal food offerings at this new pop-up craft and makers market. Get out with the kids while supporting local and independent businesses in Chesterfield.


Make memories with the family

Two families looking over balcony at Barrow Hill Roundhouse

Easter Adventure Quest – 23rd March – 14th April

Get your thinking caps on and crack on with an Easter Adventure Quest at Bolsover Castle this half-term holiday. Hunt for clues in the castle grounds, track down the Easter eggs and get rewarded with a tasty chocolate treat!

Nuzest New Partner for Chesterfield 10K

Nuzest Chesterfield 5k Challenge – Saturday 23rd March

Get involved with the Chesterfield Running Festival with the new Chesterfield 5k Challenge! Taking place in Queen’s Park, grab your running shoes and bring the family along.

Exterior of Ringwood Hall Hotel and Spa

Easter Egg Hunt & Picnic – 29th March

An Easter egg hunt and picnic is the perfect way to start off the Easter weekend, and Ringwood Hall have you covered this Good Friday.

Kids will enjoy racing about hunting for their Easter Egg, before tucking into a delicious afternoon tea. Adults, if you don’t want to miss out, you can book your own picnic-style afternoon tea, too!

Lamb and girl Matlock farm park

Easter at Matlock Farm Park – 29th March – 14th April

Head over to Matlock Farm Park this Easter holiday for ‘Meet the Cade Lambs’, an Easter Trail and much more! Plus, there will be egg-stra special events happening over the Easter weekend, including performances from The Snow Sisters, circus skills and learn to be a Pirate session!

hardwick

Easter at Hardwick – 29th March – 14th April

Explore Hardwick with the family this Easter, as you uncover the different activity trail stations inspired by Hardwick collections, nature in the gardens & parkland. Once you have completed all of the activities, leave your mark by planting a seed. Plus, every child will leave with a prize.

Easter bunny canal

Chesterfield Canal Cruise – 30th March – 1st April

Want to experience something new? Enjoy an Easter Bunny cruise along Chesterfield Canal.

Each child will receive an Easter Egg and all adults will get a hot cross bun (or similar).

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The Big Brick Build at Bolsover Castle – 6th – 14th April

Get creative this half term with the Big Brick Build at Bolsover Castle! Become master builders and help bring history to life with LEGO® bricks.

Chesterfield FCKit Launch Poster

Chesterfield FC Kit Reveal – Thursday 4th April

Are your kids fans of Chesterfield Football Club? Bring them along to their kit reveal, where there will be chance to meet the players, watch live music and explore food vendor offerings.


Crowds watching Chesterfield FC at SMH Group Stadium

England Schoolboys’ Fixture – Friday 12th April

England U18 Schoolboys’ squad is set to visit the SMH Group Stadium. Take the family along and enjoy the atmosphere.


Keep the kids entertained

Tennis Holiday Camps

Easter Tennis Camp – 8th – 12th April

Have fun, make friends and test your skills at this Easter tennis camp! Keep the kids active and engaged this half term, with half and full day tennis sessions. There will be activities galore and sessions are suitable for children of all levels, aged 3-14.


Complete your day out in Chesterfield with dinner out at one of our independent restaurant, café and pubs. Interested to explore more? You could visit top attractions, browse shops or spot impressive artwork around the town.

Use our dedicated what’s on guide to keep up to date with the latest events and festivals coming to Chesterfield.

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