Thinking about the Easter weekend? We don't blame you. 3-6 April 2026 brings with it a double bank holiday, meaning four sweet days away from work for lots of us. Add to that the excuse to eat as much chocolate as you can stomach, plus longer days, blossom, blooms and outdoorsy activities to enjoy. It's the perfect time to kick off your spring adventures.

There's lots going on at Winchester Cathedral during Lent, Holy Week and Easter, from the Palm Sunday Procession, accompanied by a donkey, to festal evensong on Easter Sunday.

If you've got kids in your life, Easter also equals two or more glorious weeks off school for day trips and family time. It also means you need plenty of ideas to keep everyone busy for the Easter school holidays in Winchester, which run from Saturday 28 March to Sunday 12 April 2026 in Hampshire, and we've got ideas for you on that front too.

Winchester comes alive with spring festivities during this time of year, from Easter egg hunts and family-friendly trails to art exhibitions, festivals, super spots for alfresco eating and walking routes made for long weekends. Read on for your guide to things to do this Easter in Winchester. 

Curated by the Visit Winchester team. Updated 27 March 2026.