Easter Activities and Events Around Ottawa 2026
The complete guide to Easter weekend 2026 in Ottawa — egg hunts, farm visits, museum activities, and things to do with the family over the April long weekend.
Easter 2026 Dates
Easter Sunday falls on April 5, 2026. The long weekend runs from Good Friday (April 3) through Easter Monday (April 6), giving most people a four-day break. For Ottawa families, it's often the first real outdoor weekend of the year.
Easter Egg Hunts
Easter Egg Hunt at Stanley's Olde Maple Lane Farm
Stanley's Farm in Edwards runs their egg hunt over two weekends — March 28–29 and again on April 4. The farm combines Easter activities with the tail end of maple sugar season, so you get egg hunts plus sugar bush tours and pancake breakfasts.
- Dates: March 28, March 29, and April 4
- Location: 2452 York's Corners Road, Edwards
- Note: Advance tickets required
Easter at The Log Farm
The Log Farm on Cedarview Road runs a four-day Easter celebration. Activities include a forest egg hunt, sugarbush tours, wagon rides, and visits with farm animals including bunnies.
- Dates: April 3–6, 2026
- Admission: $14.49 + HST per person (ages 1+), free for infants under 1
- Location: 670 Cedarview Road, Ottawa
- Note: Advance tickets required — they tend to sell out
See full details and book tickets →
Easter Egg Hunt at Valleyview Little Animal Farm
Valleyview in Nepean hosts their annual egg hunt over four days (April 3–6). Kids can visit farm animals — alpacas, goats, geese — and do the egg hunt in a farm setting.
- Dates: April 3–6, 2026
- Admission: $15 per person
- Location: 4750 Fallowfield Road, Ottawa
- Note: Online reservations required
Easter at the Farm — Canada Agriculture and Food Museum
The Agriculture Museum on Prince of Wales Drive hosts Easter activities over the long weekend, with hands-on farm experiences, baby animals, and themed activities for kids.
- Dates: April 3–6, 2026
- Location: 901 Prince of Wales Drive, Ottawa
Easter Events (Not Just Egg Hunts)
Easter at the Bunker — Diefenbunker Museum
A unique twist on the egg hunt — search for camouflaged eggs across three levels of the Cold War bunker. Three difficulty levels accommodate different ages. It's different from every other Easter event in the city.
- Date: April 4, 2026 (10 AM – 3 PM)
- Location: 3929 Carp Road, Ottawa
Easter at the Estate — Billings Estate
Meet the Easter Bunny, join an egg hunt, decorate eggs, and plant carrot seeds at this National Historic Site. A more low-key event in a heritage setting.
- Dates: April 4–5, 2026
- Location: 2100 Cabot Street, Ottawa
Hop into Spring — Cumberland Heritage Village Museum
Step back in time with Easter activities in a heritage village setting. Hands-on crafts, old-fashioned games, and springtime fun in the historic buildings.
- Date: April 4, 2026 (9 AM – 3 PM)
- Location: 2940 Old Montreal Road, Ottawa
Carp Farmers' Easter Market
The weekly Carp Farmers' Market runs a special Easter edition with local vendors, baked goods, and seasonal treats.
- Date: April 4, 2026 (8 AM – 2 PM)
- Location: Carp Agricultural Fairgrounds, 3790 Carp Road
Things to Do Over the Long Weekend
Visit ByWard Market
The ByWard Market is a good destination for an Easter weekend outing. The indoor market building is open year-round, and by early April some of the outdoor vendors are starting to set up. Grab a BeaverTail, browse the shops, and check out the Heritage Building's food vendors.
Parliament Hill is a short walk away — the Centennial Flame and river views are free and open year-round.
Catch the Last of Sugar Season
Early April is the tail end of maple sugar season. Some sugar bushes may still be running, depending on the weather. Check our guide to sugar bushes around Ottawa → for options — calling ahead is a good idea, as the season can end abruptly when temperatures rise.
Museum Day
If the weather turns cold or rainy, Ottawa's museums are a reliable backup plan:
- Canadian Museum of Nature — Dinosaurs, a blue whale skeleton, and an Arctic gallery. Free Thursday evenings 5–8 PM
- Bank of Canada Museum — Free for everyone. Interactive exhibits about money
- Canada Aviation and Space Museum — Free daily 4–5 PM. Over 130 aircraft
Practical Tips
- Book farm visits early — The Log Farm, Valleyview, and Stanley's all sell out, especially on Good Friday and Easter Sunday. Buy tickets as soon as they go on sale
- Dress for mud — April in Ottawa means melting snow and soft ground. Rubber boots are essential for any farm or outdoor activity
- Easter Monday closures — Some businesses and attractions may have modified hours on Easter Monday (April 6). Check websites before heading out
- Weather — April weather in Ottawa is unpredictable. Layer up and have an indoor backup plan
Easter 2026 dates: Good Friday (April 3) · Easter Saturday (April 4) · Easter Sunday (April 5) · Easter Monday (April 6)
FAQ
When is Easter 2026 in Ottawa?
Easter Sunday falls on April 5, 2026. The long weekend runs from Good Friday (April 3) through Easter Monday (April 6).
Where are the best Easter egg hunts in Ottawa 2026?
Top egg hunts include Stanley's Farm in Edwards (March 28-29 and April 4), The Log Farm on Cedarview Road (April 3-6), Valleyview Little Animal Farm in Nepean (April 3-6), and the Diefenbunker's unique bunker scavenger hunt (April 4).
Are there free Easter activities in Ottawa?
Parliament Hill and the Centennial Flame are free and open year-round. The Canadian Museum of Nature offers free admission on Thursday evenings 5-8 PM, the Bank of Canada Museum is always free, and the Canada Aviation and Space Museum is free daily 4-5 PM.
What is there to do in Ottawa over the Easter long weekend?
Options include Easter egg hunts at local farms, visiting the ByWard Market, catching the tail end of maple sugar season at nearby sugar bushes, museum visits, and heritage site events like Easter at the Billings Estate and Cumberland Heritage Village.
Do I need to book Easter egg hunts in Ottawa in advance?
Yes. The Log Farm, Valleyview, and Stanley's Farm all require advance tickets and tend to sell out, especially on Good Friday and Easter Sunday. Buy tickets as soon as they go on sale.
📍Featured Places
ByWard Market
One of Canada's oldest and largest public markets, established in 1826. Home to over 600 businesses including restaurants, boutiques, and a year-round indoor market with seasonal outdoor vendors.
Parliament Hill
Canada's seat of federal government and a National Historic Site, featuring the iconic Peace Tower, the Centennial Flame, and free guided tours of the West Block and Senate. Centre Block is closed for renovation until the early 2030s.
Canadian Museum of Nature
Canada's national natural history museum, housed in a landmark Victorian sandstone building. Features dinosaur fossils, a blue whale skeleton, the world's largest display of Canadian birds, and an Arctic gallery. Free Thursday evenings 5-8 PM for all.
📅Related Events
Easter Egg Hunt at Stanley's Olde Maple Lane Farm
Hop aboard a tractor-drawn wagon for a ride to the sugarbush to hunt for lost Easter eggs at Stanley's Olde Maple Lane Farm.
Easter at the Farm
Celebrate spring at the Canada Agriculture and Food Museum with newborn animals, chocolate tastings, egg demonstrations, and family activities.
Easter at The Log Farm
Easter weekend celebration featuring forest egg hunt, sugarbush tours, wagon rides, animal visits with bunnies, and play areas. Advance tickets required.
Easter Egg Hunt at Valleyview Little Animal Farm
Annual Easter egg hunt over four days featuring farm animals, egg hunting activities, and springtime fun. Online reservations required.
Carp Farmers' Easter Market
The first shopping opportunity of the year with 60+ local vendors, live music, and a kids' colouring contest — free parking and admission.
Hop into Spring at Cumberland Heritage Village Museum
Celebrate spring at Cumberland Heritage Village with an Easter Bunny visit, petting zoo, scavenger hunt, and hands-on family activities.
Easter at the Bunker
Explore the four-storey Cold War bunker while searching for Easter eggs, making crafts, and enjoying family-friendly activities.
Easter at the Estate
Family-friendly Easter celebration at Billings Estate with egg hunts, crafts, a petting zoo, and a visit from the Easter Bunny.
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