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 our town centre?
Transport yourself back in time at the 1940s Market
Enjoy some classic entertainment as the Chesterfield 1940s Market returns. You’ll be able to see some unique walk-about entertainment including Laurel and Hardy, an escape artist and a pilot with his magnificent ‘flying machine’.
Popular performers including the Daisy Belles, Kalamazoo Dance Band, Kyle Evans, Jayne Darling, Johnny Victory and many more will be performing a selection of vintage tunes throughout the day.
There will also be a replica Hurricane plane to take your picture with, a selection of vintage vehicles and children can take part in a mini-soldiers camp at the Crooked Spire Church.
A Panto at Easter – oh yes there is!
This year, Chesterfield Theatre’s Easter pantomime special is the hilarious story of Pinocchio.
A nostalgic treat for parents, featuring special guest appearances from Zippy & George from Rainbow. The cast also includes Bobby Davro and Amanda Henderson (Casualty) plus Easter Panto favourites Ryan Greaves, Kate Salmon and Phyl Harries! Watch as they bring to life one of the most famous children’s books ever made and provide heartwarming entertainment for the whole family.
Discover life in the Tudor era
Get a first-hand look at life in the 16th Century. See what clothes were like, what activities they did back then, and how a Tudor surgeon would operate on patients!
Taking place daily across 2 weeks, there’s plenty of opportunity to pop in for an interactive history lesson. Plus for special entertainment such as their Tudor Surgeon or tasty Tudor treats, head to Hasland Village Hall on Saturday 5th or 12th April.
All aboard Puffin’ Billy
Queen’s Park’s very own miniature train, Puffin Billy, returns for the Easter holidays. Train rides begin at 10.30am every day including Bank Holiday Monday except Monday 7th and Monday 14th. The last ride of each day is at 4:00pm.
£2.50 per person, under 3s free. Cash only please. There’s no need to book, just come along to the station at Queen’s Park miniature railway to wait for your departure.
There will also be a special Easter eggs-travaganza on 19 and 20 April, with a special trail to take part in a sweet treat at the end.
Tickets cost £2.50 per person with under-threes riding for free
Please note, all miniature train operating days are weather permitting.
Egg-citing Easter Trail and Crafts at the Market Hall
You’ll be able to explore the Hall with hidden egg baskets hidden inside, with each holding a secret letter, if you can crack the code and spell the hidden word, you’ll be in with a chance of winning a delicious Easter egg.
To take part in the free trail simply collect an activity sheet from Aunty Dot’s Sweets inside the Market Hall between Saturday 5 April and Friday 18 April.
From 11am to 4pm on Tuesday 15 April you’ll also be able to take part in an egg-citing free craft workshop where kids will be able to create their very own Easter bunny hand puppet to take away with them.
Family-friendly adventures
Easter Egg-stravaganza at Matlock Farm Park
This Easter break, Matlock Farm Park has packed in the fun.
See all the usual animal and playtime fun of the farm park with wallaby encounters, small animal petting, and meerkat talks. Plus, join in their ongoing Easter Treasure Trail featuring mini-prizes and sheep & ferret races. There are even special entertainment days including Dinosaur Fun Day and The Big Bubbleman!
Easter Egg Hunt at Ringwood Hall
No need to set up or organise your own Easter entertainment. Ringwood Hall have you covered with a Mad Hatter’s Easter Egg Hunt.
Kids and adults are all encouraged to throw on some fancy dress and prepare for a mad hunt around the beautiful gardens of Ringwood Hall Hotel & Spa.
Easter Eggsclusive Canal Cruises
Fancy a scenic spring trip down the Chesterfield Canal with some Easter treats and a chance to meet the Easter bunny?
Check out these Easter-themed narrowboat trips for an egg-squisite journey along the Chesterfield Canal!
Train running days at Barrow Hill Roundhouse
Visit our Railway Centre at Barrow Hill this Easter weekend for a special train running experience.
Entry also includes access to the Roundhouse Museum and exhibitions, and turntable and signal box demonstrations.
Golden Egg Easter Shoot
Take aim and try your hand at archery! Test your skills by shooting arrows at Easter-themed targets and hunting for the hidden golden eggs. How many will you discover?
Prizes for those who find the most golden eggs. Minimum age: 8 years.
Easter adventures at Hardwick
Put a smile on their face and a spring in their step at the Hardwick Easter Trail. Discover plenty of fun and challenges along the way – including a jousting experience! Activity and trail packs to purchase on the day (no booking required).
Get active
Spireites Easter Soccer School
Lots of fun football games & sessions with afternoon tournaments for ages 5 -13. All boys, all girl and mixed sessions available.
Healthy Living Centre and Queen’s Park Sports Centre
Family friendly splash sessions will be held at both centres with toys, floats and sinkers available to play with.
Parent and toddler splash sessions will also be held at the Healthy Living Centre on Mondays from 1pm to 2.30pm and Thursdays from 10am to 11.30am.
These sessions are designed for children up to the age of five with the moveable floor raised to create a shallow splash zone, toys, floats and music suitable for children being played.
There will also be climbing sessions available for children at the Healthy Living Centre.
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.
