Bank Holiday on a Budget: Free Easter Fun for Families in Cardiff

Easter Bank Holiday is a great opportunity to make memories with your little ones—but keeping the kids entertained doesn’t have to mean breaking the bank. At Cardiff & Vale Credit Union, we’re all about making your money go further, so we’ve rounded up some of the best free family-friendly events happening in Cardiff this Easter.

Here are five brilliant (and budget-friendly!) ideas for fun over the long weekend:

Easter Egg Trail at Morgan Quarter

Take a stroll through Cardiff’s historic Morgan and Royal Arcades with this free egg-citing Easter trail. Pick up a map at Pen & Paper, find the hidden eggs in shop windows, and claim a sweet treat when you finish. Running from 17th - 21st April.

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Mermaid Quay Explorers: Pet Edition

From April 12–27, little explorers can follow a fun, pet-themed trail around Mermaid Quay. Trail maps are available at The Atrium, and completed entries could win prizes! Bonus: there’s free face painting on select days and K9 first aid demos too.

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Bwrlwm Pasg Holiday Activities

Menter Caerdydd is offering free Easter-themed activities—including crafts, sports, and play sessions—across six Cardiff locations. No need to book, just register on the day.

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Easter Extravaganza at Morgan Quarter

Join in the Easter celebrations on Saturday 19th April. Meet the Easter Bunny, take photos, and try your luck at the lucky dip packed with over 100 prizes from local businesses. It's free and full of springtime cheer.

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Bute Park Family Tree Trail

Get outside and enjoy one of Cardiff’s gems. The Family Tree Trail at Bute Park takes you on a scenic loop through the park with 14 stunning Signature Trees to discover. Maps are available from the Education Centre.

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Family fun this long weekend doesn't have to break the bank! We hope you enjoy some of these ideas for fun with your little ones.