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Easter in UAE: Family-friendly activities and brunches to try
From egg hunts to long lunches, here's how communities across Dubai and Abu Dhabi can celebrate Easter this year
- PUBLISHED: Thu 2 Apr 2026, 3:23 PM
In a moment where much of the world feels heavy, small gatherings are taking on a different kind of meaning. Across the UAE, Easter this year is not just about celebration, but about connection, routine, and holding on to familiar traditions. From shared meals to children’s activities, residents are finding creative ways to come together, marking the occasion in ways that feel both personal and collective.
Here is how you can lighten the day this Easter:
Family moments, one small tradition at a time
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For parents, the focus often starts with children, creating moments that feel familiar and comforting.
At Allo Beirut, families are invited to decorate Easter eggs on April 5, turning a simple activity into something hands-on and shared. Available at Dubai locations and the Khalifa City branch in Abu Dhabi, children leave with their own creations, while parents get a moment to slow down and take part.
At Ibn AlBahar, a seaside Easter brunch paired with live music creates a relaxed setting where groups can sit, talk, and linger a little longer than usual. Taking place on April 5 at Al Reem Island from 4pm to 6pm, the focus is not just on the food, but on the atmosphere, something easy, social and unhurried.
Similarly, at Centara Mirage Beach Resort Dubai, Easter celebrations lean into playful traditions, with egg hunts, face painting and family entertainment designed to bring people together across generations. Alongside staycation offers, the resort is also hosting an Easter lunch on April 5 from 12.30pm to 3pm, priced at Dh99 per person.
Easter beach escape
You can also celebrate Easter with a family-friendly beachfront staycation at W Dubai - The Palm, combining curated dining, entertainment, and exclusive perks. Guests can enjoy an Easter Brunch at OliWino alongside activities like egg hunts, painting, face painting, and games, plus access to the Kids Club and pool. The experience is enhanced with complimentary breakfast, late check-out until 6pm, discounts on spa treatments at Serenity by Sisley Paris, dining, and watersports, as well as a chance to win resort credit vouchers during the Easter egg hunt. The offer runs from April 4–6, 2026 (Booking Code: E6777).
Gathering around the table
At Rosewood Abu Dhabi, an Easter brunch on April 5 is paired with family-friendly activities and access to shared spaces such as pools, encouraging guests to spend the day together rather than simply pass through. Running from 1pm to 4pm, the experience concludes with a bespoke Easter dessert crafted exclusively for the occasion, with packages starting from Dh225.
Even venues like La Petite Maison Dubai are leaning into slower, more social dining, offering weekend menus designed for long lunches. The restaurant will also feature a children’s corner on the terrace with painting activities, while the team offers hot chocolate and small chocolate treats for younger guests. The menu includes seasonal dishes such as lamb rack, lemon tagliolini with basil and caviar, and marinated baby artichokes.
Easter family roast
At McGettigan’s Ibn Battuta Gate, expect a lively Easter Sunday packed with family-friendly entertainment, including a quiz and activities for all ages, alongside McGettigan’s signature roast. Younger guests can also enjoy an Easter egg hunt, adding to the festive atmosphere and making it a perfect day out for families. Prices start from Dh139 per person, Dh79 for children, with a sharing roast for four available at Dh499.
Waad Barakat is a Special Correspondent covering security topics, from law enforcement to local courts. With a keen eye for human interest stories, she hopes to blend it all with unique Gen Z-inspired content.