Keep the whole family entertained over the Easter holidays with so many eggs-citing things to do. From the York Chocolate Festival and special Easter events, to the best chocolate shops and decorating your own chocolate egg, plan a basket load of fun for your Easter adventure in York. 

York Chocolate Festival

Back for the first time since 2019 York Chocolate Festival will be bigger than ever, celebrating York’s chocolate and confectionery heritage together with the sweet delights that fill the city today. A chocolate lovers paradise, enjoy hands on chocolate making workshops and activities, chocolate making demonstrations and a market selling chocolate and sweet treats on Parliament Street, there is something for everyone to enjoy. 

Spa Open Day at No.1 Guesthouse 

Come and explore the cocooning calm of the new spa at No.1 Guesthouse York and be welcomed with a meditation session and wellness seminar where the team will share their knowledge on the fantastic eco-luxury products they use. Enjoy a tour of the treatment rooms and at the end, you will receive an exciting goodie bag to take home with you.  

Easter Holidays at York Minster 

Discover York Minster with an exciting series of free holiday activities for children. Collect an Experience Easter Trail map and explore six interactive stops around the cathedral to learn more about the Easter story. Discover sessions for families, sculpture trails, and much more! 

Theatre Tour and Tea at York Theatre Royal 

From Roman soldiers, to medieval monks, to Georgian ladies, this site has been important to the people of York for millennia. Enjoy a fascinating backstage tour of York Theatre Royal, with a deep dive into the history of the theatre. The tour includes a cream tea to finish. 

Concert for Ukraine

Join the York Philharmonic Male Voice Choir at St Michael Le Belfry church as we remember the people of Ukraine as they struggle against invasion. All the proceeds from this concert will go to the Disasters Emergency Committee Appeal for Ukraine. Tickets are £12 and will be available online and on the night.  

Easter Egg Masterclass at York’s Chocolate Story 

Join the master chocolatiers at York’s Chocolate Story where they will teach you the secrets of chocolate making as they guide you through decorating your own perfect Easter egg. You’ll make exquisite chocolate truffles and learn expert techniques to try at home. 

Easter Egg Hunts at Beningbrough 

Discover a family friendly Easter adventure at the National Trust Garden just north of York. With fun activities for you to do along the way, complete the trail and earn your chocolate egg at the end.