Plan the perfect Easter at Z-arts

Looking for things to do with your family this Easter in Manchester?

With the holiday now fast approaching, Z-arts is packed with theatre shows, experiences and activities for children and families of all ages.

Explore all our events here.

There’s A Monster In Your Show

By MEI Theatrical

Thursday 2 & Saturday 4 April | various times | age 3+

Kick off your holiday with this interactive show!

A group of performers are preparing to start their show, but quickly discover they are not alone on stage. Little Monster wants to be part of the fun too!

Expect plenty of playful fun for your littlest ones as their favourite characters come to life in a show that is packed with interactive moments to enjoy together.

“The perfect first theatre outing”

– Manchester Evening News

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Mika and the Polar Bear

By Coalesce Dance Theatre

Saturday 18 April | 11am & 2pm | age 4+

A magical adventure through the natural world, celebrating friendship, kindness and hope.

Featuring original music, digital animation and beautiful puppetry, this enchanting dance-theatre show is perfect for the whole family.

Stay after the show and meet the Polar Bear! Children can say hello, take photos and enjoy a special magical moment.

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Adventures in Wonderland

Our interactive play experience

Various dates & times | ages 1 – 8

Fall down the rabbit hole and step into Lewis Carroll’s classic world where families can imagine, explore, and make unforgettable memories together. Step into scenes from the beloved book, crawl through tunnels, play croquet with flamingos, get lost in a card maze, dress up as your favourite characters, splash into a ball pool, join the Mad Hatter’s tea party…and so much more!

“What a wonderful morning, we all (kids and parents equally) loved the whole experience, the space was truly magical, the white rabbit was fantastic, and we had a blast exploring all the activities.”

– Visitor Feedback

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The Library of Enchantment

Family-friendly escape room

Various dates & times | age 8+

Fall down the rabbit hole and step into Lewis Carroll’s classic world where families can imagine, explore, and make unforgettable memories together. Step into scenes from the beloved book, crawl through tunnels, play croquet with flamingos, get lost in a card maze, dress up as your favourite characters, splash into a ball pool, join the Mad Hatter’s tea party…and so much more!

“So much fun! Really well put together, and lots of cool surprises and puzzles to solve.”

– Visitor Feedback

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Easter Storytelling

Thursday 9 & Friday 10 April | 11am & 2pm | for all the family

Join Gilly and Tabs for some free Easter Storytelling in our Library.

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Come and hang out with us!

There’s plenty to enjoy beyond our performances and events. Visit our café for food and drinks, browse books in our Children’s Library, get creative with colouring sheets, play in the toy corner, hop on our big red bus or head over to Hulme Park for some outdoor play.

Whatever the weather, Z-arts is the perfect place to spend time together this Easter.