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Easter fun for the whole family

The super-fun theatrical performance Bunny’s Spring is on show at Theatre Mukamas from 5.4.-19.4. A gentle and springy Easter fairy tale for children over 3 years old, it tells a story about friendship, small miracles and the joy of discovery. Live music and singing set the mood. The performance lasts approximately 35 minutes.

The Särkänniemi Aquarium is also open during Easter! Restaurant Näsinneula is open from Thursday to Saturday and Neula Sky Café is open all Easter. You can admire the stunning scenery and see if the ice on lake Näsijärvi has melted.

On 19 April from 11am to 4pm, you can find a market sale with unique products by craftsmen in the Tallipiha Stable Yards. In a free craft workshop, children can make bunny ears, witch hats and magic wands! You can also get to ride a pony if you wish. In addition, the café and outdoor terrace in the Tallipiha Stable Yards will be open as usual.

Music for everybody

Tampere is full of gigs during Easter! On 19 April, Finnish bands Aino & Hajonneet, Tappajatomaatit and Osaka-based Shonen Knife will perform at Tavara-asema.

G Livelab will host the folkpop duo Kalevauva.fi on Saturday 19th.

Several Easter-themed music events will also take place in Tampere churches.

Interesting Museums

Vapriikki has several interesting exhibitions on display. You can spend a whole day at the museum centre, for example, exploring the Hockey Hall of Fame Finland and the only Finnish Museum of Games. The Manserock exhibition gives you an insight into the Tampere music phenomenon. The different themed rooms at The Natural History Museum offer an interesting introduction to Finnish nature. Vapriikki is closed on Friday 18 April and 21 April, but is open otherwise.

The Spy Museum is also open during Easter, except on Friday 18 April. So go and discover the famous agents and their stories! In the museum you can also find out how good of an agent you are. If you haven’t yet visited the Moomin Museum in Tampere Hall, you can do so on Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 April. The Moomin Museum is closed on 18th.

Many museums also organize public tours during Easter. At the Nootti Museum of Finnish-Russian relations, opened in February, there will be guided tours included in the entrance fee starting at 1pm. The museum is closed on Friday 18 April.

The Sara Hildén Art Museum will have a guided tour of the exhibition on Sunday 20 April from 13. The Tampere Art Museum also organizes open guided tours every Sunday, starting at 3pm.

Sauna and swimming

How about a sauna and open-air swimming in the crisp spring weather? The Rauhaniemi Folk Spa is normally open through the Easter holidays. Don’t forget Kaupinoja’s Sauna, Rajaportti Sauna and Sauna-Restaurant Kuuma either!

Easter events in the neighbouring towns

In Lempäälä you will find a great shopping place called Ideapark, where you can find lots of things to do at Easter! On Saturdays, PiiPoo Cultural Centre hosts Children’s Saturday, which is free of charge. PiiPoo organises fun guided activities and art workshops for children. On Sunday 20 April, in the central square of Ideapark you can see the PAW Patrol. Monday 21 April, Popeda will take over the stage at Ideapark Central Square at 3pm. Don’t forget the Ideapark Entertainment Centre on the second floor of Ideapark!

The Vehoniemi Automobile Museum, Finland’s most popular car museum, is open all Easter in Kangasala. At Vehoniemi, you can admire international luxury cars as well as commercial vehicles from different decades.

In Sastamala, children will have a great time at The House of Mr. Clutterbuck, which is full of games and other fun. The House of Mr. Clutterbuck is closed on Friday 18 April and 21 April, but is open otherwise.

Other information

Don’t forget that Tampere is known for many restaurants and cafés that warmly welcome you to enjoy delicious food and great atmosphere. To find more events, check out our event calendar!

Visit Tampere is not responsible for any changes. Please always check event information directly on the event or organizers own website.

Visit Tampere Tourist Information is closed during Easter. We will be open again on Tuesday April 22nd.