Fun for the whole family can be found at events in Islington this holiday. From funfairs and egg hunts, to Easter Bunny meet-and-greets and baby concerts, mark your diaries for a fantastic time this Easter.
Finsbury Park Easter Funfair
Game stalls, rides and prizes galore await people of all ages at this holiday fun fair. In addition to Easter fun, Eid celebration will take place on 19 – 22 March from 12:00pm – 9:00pm. Voted London’s best fun fair, anyone can buy 25 ride tokens for £20 at least a day in advance of their visit. Food vendors and an ice cream van will also be available to attendees.
Finsbury Park, Seven Sisters Road, 19 – 22 March and 27 March – 12 April
12:00pm – 9:00pm *27 March 4 – 9pm
Ages: For all ages, under 18 months are free
Ticket Price: £2 per person
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Bach to Baby Easter Family Concert
The cutest performance in town includes live music, spontaneous dancing and lots of laughter for babies and toddlers. Critically-acclaimed by The New York Times, with performances at locations like Buckingham Palace and Royal Albert Hall, adults and children alike will enjoy songs performed by practiced musicians. With varied genres, instruments and songs, little ones can move to the beat with their parents for Easter.
St Mary’s Church, Upper Street, 6 April
3:00pm – 3:45pm
Ages: Up to 5 years old
Ticket Price: £17.70 per person
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Islington Easter Egg Trail
An afternoon of adventure promises surprises, prizes and a lucky golden egg for those looking for a fun Easter outing. The annual Crouch End Egg Trail has extended to a second day in Islington this year, with the egg hunt ending in a grand prize for a few lucky finders. Over 20 local businesses will be along the trail with stalls, with all profits raised going to The Toy Project.
15 Park Road, 1 April
1:00pm – 3:00pm
Ages: For all ages
Ticket Price: £3 per person
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Easter Open House
A timely spring activity at Nordic Star Nursery will be held for the youngest family members this Easter time. Easter egg painting, an egg hunt and a special visit from the Easter Bunny (11:00am – 12:00pm) can be expected at the local event. Guests can also decorate Easter branches in the spirit of Virpominen, a Finnish Easter tradition.
Unit 13, 7 Wenlock Road, 28 March
10:0am – 1:00pm
Ages: Up to 5 years old
Ticket Price: Free
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St Mary’s Easter-themed Messy Church
Bible stories for children never seemed so creative with crafts, refreshments and worship combining for a unique Easter service. Messy Church is St Mary’s spin on children’s church services, where chaotic fun with messes to be expected. Kids of all ages are invited, whether you’re a Christian or not. This particular Messy Church event will be celebrating Easter, the Christian holiday remembering the resurrection of Jesus Christ.
St Mary’s Church, Upper Street, 28 March
3:00pm – 5:00pm
Ages: For all ages
Ticket Price: Free
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