Easter in Groningen

Easter is just around the corner! After Good Friday and the Flower Market in Groningen, it's time to make the house fully ready for the Easter vibe! If you prefer to party during King's Night or King's Day, you can read more here and start planning what to do.

In the City of Groningen, there's also plenty to do during the Easter weekend. Wondering where to enjoy a delicious Easter brunch or where you can go Easter egg hunting with young children? Whether you're looking for a relaxing day exploring museums or a lively evening with live music, there's something for everyone in our beautiful city. Enjoy the Easter traditions in Groningen.

1. Markets during the Easter weekend

Sugar Market - Sunday, April 20th
Start your weekend by enjoying the lively atmosphere of the Sugar Market on Sunday, April 20th (Easter Sunday). The sugar market is the ‘place to be’ for vintage, retro, and handmade products.

Rare Beauty Market - Monday, April 21st
On Monday, April 21st, head to the Vismarkt for the Rare Beauty Market. Experience the charm of this market in the heart of Groningen, with rare and beautiful finds from local and regional artists, designers, and creative entrepreneurs.

Growth & Bloom Garden & Lifestyle Fair at Fraeylemaborg in Slochteren

Want to refresh your home with new items? On Easter Monday, the Fraeylemaborg in Slochteren opens its doors for a cozy spring fair filled with lifestyle products and home accessories.

Noorderland wrote a lovely list with 7 x fresh spring markets in the North of the Netherlands. 

The Furniture Boulevard, but different ;-)

A true Dutch Easter tradition on Easter Monday is visiting a furniture boulevard. But what if you're looking for something different from the standard boulevard? Interested in secondhand design? How sustainable! Enrich your experience by exploring beautiful design furniture at Theresales. Discover the beauty of rare design gems that find new life in their curated collection and enjoy personalized advice during your visit.

Of course, you can also decide to visit the largest furniture boulevard, although I think you might not make it there anymore...

2. Family Outings during Easter in Groningen: Easter Egg Hunt or Theater Fun

Tip 1. Here's an insider tip for you! On Easter Sunday, the first Easter day, you can visit Paviljoen Appelbergen in Glimmen at 11:00 AM or 3:00 PM. Famous for the pink elephant, of course. It's a delightful outdoor activity every year, and you’ll definitely meet the real Easter Bunny!

Tip 2. At a beautiful location in nature in Leens, you'll find Museum Borg Verhildersum. It's now an annual tradition to go Easter egg hunting in the castle garden on Easter Monday!

Tip 3. If the weather isn't great or you're just not a fan of Easter egg hunting but still want to do something fun with the family, head to De Neehoorn at Stadsschouwburg on Easter Sunday, April 20th.

Tip 4. Visit a Easter Bonfire. Go to an Easter Bonfire if you want to soak up some real culture (and smoke ;-)). In Noordlaren, the Easter bonfire is traditionally lit on the Sunday during or after Easter. It's a spectacular event where a large fire is set to close the old season and welcome the new one. The Easter bonfire attracts many visitors each year who come together to experience the fire and festive atmosphere. This year, the Easter bonfire will take place on Sunday, April 20th, from 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM, at the Kerkduinen in Noordlaren.

3. Concerts during the Easter weekend in Groningen

County at the Lutheran Church with Jaimee Harris - Saturday, April 19th
Enjoy a mix of folk and country with singer Jaimee Harris at a unique location in Groningen, the Lutheran Church.

Lövestad - Saturday, April 19th
Lövestad brings 'live' to life like few electronic acts do. Once a duo, now led by Sjors Lammertink, Lövestad continues to impress with dynamic performances full of groovy futuristic disco and emotional house. His energetic live sets prove that funk is still very much alive in electronic music. Location: Poppodium Simplon.

Dutch Reisopera - Saturday, April 19th
Director Ted Huffman brought The Dutch Reisopera to life with a powerful adaptation of L’Incoronazione di Poppea, revealing the dynamics of power and seduction in society as an eternal comedy. The production was a great success at opera festivals in Aix-en-Provence (2022) and Versailles (2023), inspiring Reisopera to bring it to the Netherlands, and now to Stadsschouwburg Groningen. "This comes close to perfection in every way," said La Marseillaise after the performance.

4. Best Places for an Excellent Easter Brunch in Groningen

The perfect way to celebrate Easter is by enjoying a delicious brunch. Whether you prefer dining out or enjoying a special treat at home, we have fantastic options that will make your Easter celebration unforgettable.

Gastronomic Easter Days with a Giveaway at Naud

On both Easter days, Restaurant Naud is open with a fun giveaway. You can win a full dinner on both Easter days, and two bottles of wine and three bottles of cava will be raffled! How fun is that?

Easter Brunch at the Prinsenhof

Looking for a luxurious Easter brunch experience? Look no further than Prinsenhof, where you can enjoy an unforgettable Easter brunch. We’ve reserved this with our family several times, and it’s a real delight! You can also enjoy a gastronomic Easter lunch at Restaurant Nassau.

Plant-based Easter Brunch at Edanz

On Sunday, April 20th, you can reserve a spot for a plant-based Easter brunch at Edanz.

Reserve your spot here: Edanz or check their Instagram.

Family-Friendly Easter Fun at Feithhuis

For families looking for a brunch location with an extra special treat for the little ones, Feithhuis is highly recommended. The Easter brunch is not only aimed at adults but also offers a delightful experience for children.

Easter Joy at Home

Prefer the comfort of your own home for Easter? Take advantage of the convenience of ordering a special Easter brunch from Hapjes aan Huis. Enhance your at-home celebration with a gourmet meal that will delight your taste buds.

And more… Besides the Easter brunch, there are other surprising traditions in the Netherlands when it comes to the Easter holiday. Want to truly dive into Dutch Easter traditions? Read all about it in this short article, written by Danique, a Dutch-American student who writes for RUG.

4. Art and Culture at the Groninger Museum

Enrich your weekend experience by immersing yourself in the fascinating world of the Groninger Museum. In collaboration with Marketing Groningen, the Museum created a Podwalk about how Van Gogh came to Groningen: New Podwalk 'How Van Gogh Came to Groningen' takes you through rich art history | Groninger Museum

The Podwalk is part of the exhibition on 'How Van Gogh Came to Groningen,' which is open until May 5th at the Groninger Museum.

So…

Don't miss the chance to enjoy the Easter activities that Groningen has to offer. Plan your Easter weekend in Groningen now and make the most of these exciting events!