Easter Magic – a good reason to hop over to the V&A Waterfront this Easter weekend for a variety of family activities, on 8 to 9 April 2023
You can look forward to an Easter themed Amazing Race, face painting, kid’s market, meeting the Easter Bunny and a talent show. All these activities will take place around the Amphitheatre on Saturday, 8 and Sunday, 9 April 2023 from 10am. And lots more to see and do below.
V&A Easter Hunt Amazing Race
Burn some energy when you take part in the customised Easter Hunt Amazing Race over at HintHunt. The race will take place on Saturday, 8 and Sunday, 9 April from 12pm to 3pm and will start at the Amphitheatre. The race will be free to play for participants. At the end of each race the fastest team will win a V&A Waterfront hamper.
V&A Kids Market
The V&A Kids Market is back and will take place on Saturday, 8 and Sunday, 9 April from 10am to 3pm at the centre court, near H&M in the Victoria Wharf Shopping Centre.
A platform for kids to showcase their creative skills, previous markets included a variety of handmade products. Come and support the businesses in the making, as they learn how to run a profitable venture from a young age, while having loads of fun doing it.
Face painting
Kids can have fun getting their face painted with Easter inspired themes with any of the three face painters located at the Kids Area opposite the Amphitheatre on Saturday, 8 and Sunday, 9 April from 12pm to 3pm. Free to kids under the age of 12.
Meet the Easter BunnyÂ
For those that would like to meet and take a photo with the friendly Easter Bunny, make your way to Victoria Wharf Shopping Centre from 12pm to 3pm on Saturday, 8 and Sunday, 9 April.
Neighbourhood Easter auditions
When you’re at the V&A Waterfront – you’re bound to enjoy the sounds of African beats, the rhyme of Goema, troupes and choir, or marvel at the dancers or mimes. If you are a talented magician, musician, or any entertaining force in between, come and showcase your talent at the Easter auditions on Saturday, 8, Sunday, 9 and Tuesday, 11 April at the Amphitheatre between 12pm and 4pm. Successful performers will gain access to the V&A Waterfront’s mentorship programme.
V&A Makers Landing: Kids baking class
Join the Charming Chef for some story time as little chefs learn to make yummy treats in the Enchanted Kitchen at Makers Landing. Young bakers will make chocolate cupcakes filled with surprises and frosted with decadent chocolate frosting. Classes take place on Saturday 8 and Sunday 9 April starting at 11am. Tickets cost R195 per child and can be purchased via Quicket.
Enjoy a ride on the newly located Cape Wheel
Now located at the V&A Waterfront’s Breakwater Boulevard, the wheel offers the same exhilarating experience, but now boasts even better views. On one side, visitors overlook the waters of Granger Bay with Robben Island in the distance, and Table Mountain on the other. There’s also the sights of Signal Hill and the Cape Town Stadium. More info HERE.
So hop on over for some Easter Magic at the V&A Waterfront!
WHAT: Easter Magic
WHERE: V&A Waterfront, Cape Town 8001
WHEN: 8 and 9 March 2023 10h00 to 15h00
INFO: Visit
And see the 2023 Art Craft + Museum Map for lots of ideas of great places to visit over the Easter Weekend at the V&A Waterfront.
