Easter is a cherished time for families to celebrate renewal, and enjoy Easter activities outdoors. As we approach 2025, blending tradition with sustainability and innovation can make your celebrations even more special. Below, we’ve expanded on 10 fun and creative activities for Easter—perfect for kids, families, and outdoor enthusiasts.
10 Fun and Creative Activities for Easter in 2025
1. Eco-Friendly Easter Egg Hunts
Ditch plastic eggs and opt for biodegradable alternatives made from materials like recycled paper or plant-based plastics. Organize your hunt in a local park, garden, or woodland area. To add excitement, create themed clues tied to springtime flora and fauna—for example, “Look where daffodils bloom” or “Near the oak tree’s roots.” For evening hunts, enhance visibility with solar-powered LED lights. Pair these with a battery for outdoor solar light, such as EcoFlow’s compact storage solutions, to ensure the lights stay bright throughout the night.
Pro Tip: Involve kids in crafting reusable fabric “egg bags” from old clothes to reduce waste. According to a 2024 UK survey, 68% of families now prioritize eco-friendly Easter activities, making this a trend worth embracing!
2. DIY Natural Egg Dyeing
Move beyond artificial dyes and experiment with kitchen ingredients. Beetroot creates deep reds, turmeric yields sunny yellows, and spinach offers earthy greens. Set up an outdoor dyeing station using mason jars and let kids mix colors. For a smoother process, use a handheld blender powered by a portable power station like the EcoFlow DELTA 2 Max Portable Power Station, which provides quiet, emission-free energy for small appliances.
Step-by-Step:
- Boil eggs (white shells work best).
- Simmer natural ingredients (e.g., onion skins for orange, blueberries for purple) in water for 15 minutes.
- Strain the liquid, add vinegar to fix the color, and submerge eggs.
- Let dry on recycled newspaper.
3. Spring-Themed Scavenger Hunts
Craft a checklist of seasonal treasures: budding branches, ladybugs, or pussy willow catkins. For tech-friendly families, use a tablet or smartphone charged by a solar panel to snap photos of findings. Combine the hunt with a picnic—pack reusable containers with finger sandwiches, fruit skewers, and mini quiches.
Educational Twist: Include QR codes on your checklist linked to short videos about local wildlife (e.g., the lifecycle of butterflies common in the UK).
4. Outdoor Easter Craft Stations
Transform your backyard into a creative hub with these ideas:
Pinecone Bunnies: Collect pinecones and attach felt ears, pom-pom tails, and pipe-cleaner whiskers.
Seed Bomb Making: Mix clay, compost, and wildflower seeds (like poppies or cornflowers) to create pollinator-friendly gifts. Let kids shape them into eggs or bunnies.
Why It Works: A 2025 study by the Royal Horticultural Society found that gardening activities improve children’s motor skills and environmental awareness.
5. Family-Friendly Easter Obstacle Course
Design a DIY course with stations like:
- Bunny Hop Sack Race: Use burlap sacks or old pillowcases.
- Egg Balance Beam: Walk along a plank while holding a spoon with a boiled egg.
- Carrot Toss: Aim for baskets or buckets.
For warmer days, set up a shaded rest area with portable air conditioners for outdoor activities to keep everyone cool. Add a competitive edge with small prizes like seed packets or homemade cookies.
6. Garden Picnic with a Twist
Elevate your picnic with seasonal treats: hot cross buns, deviled eggs shaped like chicks, and carrot cake cupcakes. Use a solar battery to power a portable speaker for Easter-themed playlists (think classical spring melodies or kid-friendly pop).
Sustainability Note: Opt for bamboo cutlery and cloth napkins. The UK’s “Plastic-Free Easter” initiative reports a 40% reduction in single-use plastics during holidays since 2023!
7. Backyard Camping Adventure
Pitch a tent and spend the night under the stars. Share stories about Easter traditions worldwide or stargaze using a constellation app. For comfort, string up solar-powered fairy lights and use a portable power station to charge devices or run a mini-fridge for snacks.
Safety First: Place a weatherproof rug inside the tent and keep a first-aid kit handy for minor scrapes.
8. Community Easter Parade
Collaborate with neighbors to host a parade featuring homemade costumes and decorated bicycles. Themes could include “Spring Awakening” or “Eco Warriors.” Encourage participants to use recycled materials—old bedsheets make great fairy wings, and cardboard boxes can transform into animal costumes.
Local Impact: Many UK towns, like Brighton and Bristol, now host zero-waste parades, aligning with the government’s 2025 sustainability targets.
9. Nature-Based Easter Storytime
Head to a local park or garden for a reading session. Choose books like The Tale of Peter Rabbit or Easter Bugs by David A. Carter. Bring along cushions and blankets, and use a solar panel to power a small lamp for ambiance.
Interactive Element: Pause the story to spot real-life counterparts of characters—like rabbits or blooming flowers.
10. Plant an Easter Garden
Grow a mini garden in pots or a shared plot. Choose quick-sprouting plants like cress (which kids can shape into Easter egg designs) or dwarf sunflowers. Teach composting by adding crushed eggshells (rich in calcium) and coffee grounds to the soil.
STEM Bonus: Track plant growth daily and chart progress—a fun way to integrate science into the holiday!
Conclusion
From eco-conscious egg hunts powered by the EcoFlow DELTA 2 Max Portable Power Station to community parades celebrating spring, these activities for Easter blend creativity, sustainability, and family bonding. Whether you’re planning Easter activities for kids or intergenerational gatherings, these ideas ensure a joyful, planet-friendly celebration in 2025. Remember, tools like solar panels and portable power stations aren’t just practical—they inspire kids to think innovatively about energy use.
FAQs
What activities are done during Easter?
Traditional activities for Easter include egg decorating, church services, and family meals. Modern additions include eco-crafts, outdoor movie nights, and nature scavenger hunts.
What is the most popular Easter activity?
Egg hunts remain a staple, but UK families are increasingly embracing garden camping and DIY projects. A 2024 survey found 72% of parents prefer outdoor activities to screen time during the holidays.
What are some free Easter activities in the UK?
- Explore National Trust trails (free entry for members).
- Join “Great British Spring Clean” events with Easter-themed rewards.
- Host a backyard “upcycled craft” day using household items.
What can people do on Easter?
Focus on connection! Try Easter activities for families like obstacle courses, solar-powered storytime, or planting a seasonal garden. For energy needs, a portable power station ensures devices stay charged during all-day adventures.