From hands-on workshops to family adventures and festive brunches—discover the best ways to enjoy Easter season 2025 in and around Lausanne.
Get Crafty: Flowers, Art & Chocolate
- Learn how to make a wild Easter wreath for your front door at Attribut Iris (April 9), with a wide selection of wild and natural elements that will be offered so that you leave with a wreath full of creativity for spring. Tea and snacks included.
- Ozarts Café in Lutry welcomes families to a Kids Easter Clay Workshop and Ceramic Painting workshop, under the guidance of Atelier22. A creative and festive family activity to explore colors and create with a unique piece! Please note that creations will be ready for pickup at Café OZarts within 2-3 weeks. Register via email: twentytwoatelier@gmail.com.
- Easter Flower Bouquet Workshop at Florilège (April 16) – Create your own beautiful spring arrangement during a hands-on flower workshop at Florilège (Grancy), where you’ll learn floral techniques and take home your Easter bouquet.
- Cailler Easter Chocolate Workshops – Step into the world of Swiss chocolate at Maison Cailler and join a special Easter workshop, where participants can craft their own chocolate creations with expert chocolatiers in a deliciously sweet experience.
- Kids Drawing, Painting & Illustration Easter Workshops (Apoline, Rue Saint-Martin 9, 1003 Lausanne; April 14–17) – Young artists aged 6 to 10 can explore different techniques and unleash their creativity in this four-day Easter workshop focused on drawing, painting, and illustration. A special Comics & Manga session is also available for children from 8 years old, perfect for those eager to dive into the world of graphic storytelling.
Family-Friendly Events & Outdoor Fun
- Get into the Easter spirit with a treasure hunt in the Cité district (April 6). The event is organized by Amis de la Cité and is open to children and their families.
- Pâkomuzé celebrates 20 years (various locations in canton Vaud; April 12-27) – Dive into a week full of discovery and creativity with Pâkomuzé, where over 30 museums and cultural sites across the region open their doors during the Easter holidays. Families can enjoy hands-on workshops, storytelling sessions, treasure hunts, and interactive exhibitions designed especially for children, making it the perfect cultural outing for curious young minds.
- Easter Workshop - Hide and seek in the vegetable garden (Château de Prangins; April 16). Come and discover the surprises of the Potager. An Easter egg hunt, creative activities, gardening and games await you. For children aged 6 to 12. Reservations required, subject to availability.
- An Easter Egg Hunt at LAFABRIK (Vevey, Easter Monday) – Join the fun at LAFABRIK in Vevey for a lively Easter egg hunt, where children can search for hidden treasures and enjoy a playful morning filled with surprises.
- Easter at the Chillon Fort Museum (April 12-27) – Step into history at the Chillon Fort Museum, where Easter activities run throughout the holidays, offering families a unique blend of discovery, games, and egg hunts in a fascinating military setting.
- Easter in Lutry (April 19) – Celebrate Easter in the charming lakeside town of Lutry with activities, an egg hunt, and family-friendly entertainment set against the picturesque backdrop of the old town.
- Luna Park Lausanne is back from April 16 – Experience the thrills of Luna Park as it returns to Lausanne, offering rides, games, and sweet treats for all ages in a colorful, festive atmosphere perfect for Easter fun.
- Great Golden Rabbits Hunt (Château de Vullierens, April 21–22) – For the first time, the gardens of Château de Vullierens will open on Easter weekend, inviting children to participate in a golden rabbit hunt.
- Easter Madness at Aigle Castle (April 16 and 23) – Château d'Aigle invites children aged 6 and above to participate in Pâques en folie, a festive Easter event featuring egg hunts, puzzles, and skill games. Each 1 hour and 15-minute session costs CHF 10 per child and requires prior registration via email at info@chateauaigle.ch
- Vully Easter Fountains (April 5 - May 4) – Vully and the Cudrefin region will be adorned with the most beautiful colors by decorating 40 of its fountains on the Easter theme. The sportier can also admire the decorations from a route designed especially for bicycles.
- The annual Tulip Festival in Morges – A must-see event showcasing more than 140,000 flowers and nearly 350 varieties of tulips. This year, the theme "Water" promises a unique visual and sensory experience.
- The annual Polymanga Festival returns Beaulieu from April 18 to 21 - an event celebrating manga culture offering meetings with actors, artists and content creator from YouTube or TikTok, video game tournaments, concerts and even a cosplay competition.
- Charlie Chaplin's World (Corsier-sur-Vevey) will host the Circus Show from April 18 to May 4 - Trapeze artists, contortionists and even acrobats will perform in the museum's park.
Easter Brunch & All Things Delicious
- Let's kick off the food festival season with THE annual Lausanne Streetfood Festival from April 18 to 21 at Montbenon.
- Easter Lunch Cruise with CGN – Celebrate Easter in style with a festive lunch cruise on Lake Geneva, where you can savor seasonal specialties while taking in panoramic views of the Alps and the lake. .
- Brunch at La Terrasse Beau-Rivage (Easter Sunday) – Treat yourself to an elegant Easter brunch on the stunning lakeside terrace of the Beau-Rivage, featuring gourmet dishes, fresh pastries, and a glass of champagne, all in a sophisticated setting.
- Easter Brunch at The Royal Savoy (Easter Sunday and Monday) – Enjoy a luxurious Easter brunch at the Royal Savoy, including an abundant buffet of sweet and savory delights, live cooking stations, and a warm, refined atmosphere perfect for gathering with family or friends.
- Explore Geneva city during the Easter holidays with the Choco Pass - discover the city's master chocolatiers (including Favarger, La Bonbonnière, Canonica, Zeller) and stop for a tasting.
Please note that event details may change; it's advisable to check the official event websites for the most current information.
