Wakefield District Markets Easter Egg-stravaganza

31 March - 11 April 2026 

Children with bunny ears and easter eggs

Hop into Easter fun – free for everyone!

Join us for Wakefield’s Easter Egg-stravaganza! From 31 March - 11 April 2026, markets across the district will have free activities for families to enjoy. 

With mini farms, crafts, games, egg hunts, and workshops, there is fun for all ages. Don’t miss out! 

Girl holding a white rabbit

What’s On?

Joins us for:

  • creative fun: Join our Easter colouring and craft sessions
  • big challenges: Go head-to-head with friends on our giant games
  • egg hunt adventure: Spot all the hidden eggs in our Easter Egg Hunt. And you might just cross paths with the Easter Bunny!
  • workshops: Visit Castleford Market to learn how wool is made and spend time with real-life Easter chicks. Test your Jedi skills with Phoenix Squad
Girl with a blue easter egg

Full Event Programme

Ossett Market 
31 March 2026, 10am to 3pm
Easter Egg-stravaganza 

Hop into spring with our fun-filled Easter celebration! Join us for a magical visit from the Easter Bunny, who will be on hand for photos. Children can get creative at our colouring station and follow the exciting Easter Egg Trail. Explore the area and discover sweet surprises along the way. It’s the perfect family day out full of laughter, colour, and Easter magic! 

Pontefract Market 
1 April 2026, 10am to 3pm 
Easter Egg-stravaganza 

Hop into spring with our fun-filled Easter celebration! Join us for a magical visit from the Easter Bunny, who will be on hand for photos. Children can get creative at our colouring station and follow the exciting Easter Egg Trail. Explore the area and discover sweet surprises along the way. It’s the perfect family day out full of laughter, colour, and Easter magic! 

Wakefield Market 
3 April 2026, 10am to 3pm
Easter Egg-stravaganza 

Hop into spring with our fun-filled Easter celebration! Join us for a magical visit from the Easter Bunny, who will be on hand for photos. Children can get creative at our colouring station and follow the exciting Easter Egg Trail. Explore the area and discover sweet surprises along the way. It’s the perfect family day out full of laughter, colour, and Easter magic! 

South Elmsall Market
4 April 2026, 10am to 3pm
Easter Egg-stravaganza 

Hop into spring with our fun-filled Easter celebration! Join us for a magical visit from the Easter Bunny, who will be on hand for photos. Children can get creative at our colouring station and follow the exciting Easter Egg Trail. Explore the area and discover sweet surprises along the way. It’s the perfect family day out full of laughter, colour, and Easter magic! 

Castleford Market 
4 April 2026, 10am to 3pm 
Easter Egg-stravaganza 

Hop into spring with our fun-filled Easter celebration! Meet lambs, rabbits, chicks, and ducklings for a day full of smiles! Children can get creative at our colouring station and don’t forget to follow the exciting Easter Egg Trail. Explore the area and discover sweet surprises along the way.  

Castleford Market 
7-9 April 2026, 10am to 3pm 
Giant games

Try your hand at our giant garden games. Can you stop the Jenga tower from tumbling, be the first one to connect 4, or avoid the snakes and climb the ladders to be crowned champion? 

Castleford 
10 April 2026, 10am to 2pm
Crafting with libraries

Join Castleford libraries here at Castleford Market for a day of Easter crafts – perfect for all the family. 

Castleford 
11 April 2026, 11am to 4pm 
Jedi training

Phoenix Squad will be joining us for a day of Jedi training. Learn the ways of the Force, practice lightsabre skills, and discover whether the Force is strong with you. Adventure awaits. Are you ready to join the next generation of galaxy defenders? 

Two children drawing with crayons

Join the egg hunts, crafts, and games at Wakefield District Markets this Easter. Mark your calendar, come along and enjoy a fun-filled Easter with family and friends! 

All events are free and drop-in.

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