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Easter holiday activities in Dudley borough

There is no need to be bored this school holiday with activities and sessions on offer in leisure centres, visitor attractions, libraries and more. 

Free swimming

Children who live in Dudley borough can benefit from free swimming at Duncan Edwards Leisure Centre in Dudley, Crystal Leisure Centre in Stourbridge and Halesowen Leisure Centre. Terms and conditions apply and people must be registered in advance.

Leisure centre fun

Keep the kids active and entertained this Easter at Crystal, Duncan Edwards, Halesowen leisure centres and the Dell Stadium. This year’s holiday programme is packed with brilliant activities for all ages — perfect for burning off some energy and trying something new. What’s on: Float Fest family fun adventure at Duncan Edwards Leisure Centre Quids In football at the Dell Stadium – play for just £1 Quids In badminton at Crystal and Duncan Edwards – just £1 Under 5s Stay and Play sessions Waikiki Waves family disco at Crystal Leisure Centre Planet Play (soft play) Table tennis Pickleball SEN Planet Play (soft play) SEN family fun swimming sessions Grab your diary and check the school holiday activities page for the full timetable, or call 01384 812800 for more details.

Park Active

Park Active sessions are taking place in selected Dudley borough parks. The 45-minute activities are led by a qualified volunteer and gives people of all fitness levels the opportunity to be active outdoors. Families can also enjoy using free outdoor gym equipment.

Red House Glass Cone

Looking for a fun and crafty way to keep the kids busy this Easter? The Red House Glass Cone is hosting a hands-on craft session perfect for children aged 4 and over.

Join the team on Tuesday 31 March for a delightful hour of making and creating — including the chance to craft your very own dangly‑legged sheep. It’s a great way for children to get creative, try something new, and take home a handmade Easter keepsake.

Session times:

• 10.30 – 11.30am
• 12 – 1pm
• 1.30 – 2.30pm.

Himley Hall

Families are invited to enjoy a fantastic line‑up of Easter activities in the beautiful grounds of Himley Hall this school holiday.

Kick things off with the Easter Craft and Gift Fair on Sunday 29 March, open from 10am to 4pm. Browse unique stalls, grab a bite from tasty food vendors, and enjoy live music throughout the day. Little ones can also enjoy magical entertainment from a magician and face painter, and take part in the ever‑popular Easter Egg Hunt (£1 per child, limited spaces). Advance tickets are available on Eventbrite.

On Tuesday 31 March, children can dive into adventure with Professor Black and the Great Carrot Robbery – an exciting treasure hunt filled with clues, crafts and unexpected twists.

Round off the fun on Thursday 2 April with an afternoon of street food and music, and a ‘Come and Have A Nose Tour’ of Himley Hall on Tuesday 7 April.

Entertainment live

Families are in for a treat this Easter holiday as Dudley borough’s town halls host a brilliant programme of live shows packed with music, laughter and adventure. Step into a world of fantasy with an Alice in Wonderland panto at Halesowen Town Hall on Thursday 2 April at 2pm. Expect toe‑tapping songs, colourful characters and plenty of giggles for all ages. Also at Halesowen, little ones can enjoy a trip‑trapping musical adventure in The Three Billy Goats Gruff on Saturday 4 April — a fun retelling of the classic tale. Over at Stourbridge Town Hall, families can “let their hair down” with a lively musical production of Rapunzel on Saturday 11 April. Meanwhile, fans of big action can catch the LDN Wrestling: Rumble Special at Dudley Town Hall on Sunday 5 April — a high‑energy show guaranteed to keep everyone on the edge of their seats.

Sycamore Adventure Play

Tons to do at our outdoor adventure play site Family play, inclusive play for young people with disabilities, toddler stay and play and family play with go karts.

Libraries

Libraries across Dudley borough are bursting with hands‑on activities, crafts and challenges to keep young minds inspired throughout the school holidays. Children can get building with Easter LEGO challenges, design their own Easter bunny crafts, or join in with an Easter wooden windmill make‑and‑take. There’s also the chance to get imaginative with an Easter chick mask activity — perfect for little crafters. Families can drop into the board game club, enjoy story time at under‑5s story and activity sessions, or take things to the next level with LEGO Spike, where children can build with LEGO and learn coding skills. (Please note: LEGO Spike sessions require booking.) With something for every age and interest, Dudley libraries are a great place to explore, create and discover this Easter.