The Ultimate Easter Family Activity in Athens

Celebrate Greek Easter in a creative, enriching, and family-friendly way with a unique activity that blends tradition, cooking, art, and hands-on fun. This Easter experience offers two wonderful options – one in the peaceful countryside outside Athens and one in the vibrant heart of the city – allowing you to choose the perfect celebration based on your group size.

The first option is the Greek Cooking Class – Easter Edition (4 hours), set in a beautiful villa outside Athens. Begin with a gentle stroll through Attica’s Botanical Park, collecting fresh herbs and vegetables straight from nature. With guidance from your local host, learn the meaning behind Greek Easter traditions and prepare a delicious family meal.

• Children enjoy a special highlight: decorating their own Easter candle (lambada), a cherished Greek custom. The experience includes an olive oil tasting, a sweet Easter basket with must cookies and a bunny treat, and warm hospitality that feels like visiting a Greek home.

For groups of 8 to 12 people, we recommend the second option: an immersive Art & Cooking Easter Workshop (2.5 hours) held near Athens city center at Open Farm Food Hub Market.

• Explore the bustling Consumer’s Market, visit local shops, and gather ingredients just as Greek families do. Then, enjoy a welcome herbal tea and take part in two creative sessions, crafting your own Easter candles and cooking traditional red eggs, cookies, salads, and dakos. Children receive a certificate, and every family leaves with a beautifully prepared Easter basket.

Can I keep my Easter Creations?

Of course! You will return home with your own Lambádes, ready for Easter Saturday! Every year, as the clock strikes midnight, the atmosphere is filled with anticipation as churches glow with candlelight. The service culminates with the proclamation of Christ’s resurrection and the words Christos Anesti! (Christ is Risen) are announced, symbolizing the triumph of life over death.

A joyful, flavorful, and meaningful way to experience Greek Easter together.

For more information, ask one of our trip planners!