The editorial team of Nice Premium offers you an overview of the activities and events offered in your region for this long festive weekend.
What would Easter be without its unmissable chocolate egg hunt and long family meals? If you want to escape or lack ideas to enjoy these three days, we offer you a selection of activities. For young and old, indoors or outdoors, traditional or original, there is something for everyone to celebrate Easter on the Côte d’Azur.
Phoenix Park opens its doors to kids for a life-sized egg hunt
From 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and from 1:15 p.m. to 7 p.m. throughout this Easter weekend, free activities and events are organized by the city of Nice in its famous botanical and zoological park.
Armed with a basket, children up to 6 years old will have the mission to hunt for eggs hidden under straw. For older children, up to 12 years old, a course filled with puzzles related to the park has been prepared.
In addition to these events, your children can attend a puppet show, participate in a basil repotting workshop, enjoy inflatable structures, try ball throwing, or discover the feeding of the park animals.
The Nice Étoile shopping center organizes an egg hunt in the heart of the city
On Sunday, April 9, and Monday, April 10, continuously from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., children assisted by their parents are invited to a large treasure hunt. They will have to unleash their inner detectives to solve puzzles leading them to the precious prize: chocolate. The event is free and open to everyone, with no reservation required.
The West End Hotel offers a luxurious and gourmet getaway
Why not escape to the hotel, alone, as a couple, or with family for this weekend? On the Promenade des Anglais, the Belle Époque-inspired facade of the West End stands facing the Mediterranean Sea. A facade unmistakably noticed even by those who have passed by. The teams promise a chocolatey welcome, and the restaurant *Le Siècle* takes over to extend the gastronomic pleasure. A refined Easter lunch is offered on Sunday, April 9, by Chef Cyril Breteau. The menu is priced at 59 euros, and reservation is strongly recommended.
Easter at the theater, why not? *The Alphabet* hosts Max Casaban’s one-man show
With his show “Prenez moi homo,” the comedian will perform his show for the first time in Nice. He will take the stage at the Alphabet Theater on Friday, April 7, Saturday, April 8, at 9 p.m., and Sunday, April 9, at 6 p.m. Max Casaban offers a queer show, inspired by real events where he discusses homosexuality in a light-hearted way. An open show for everyone to educate and destigmatize, covering necessary themes like coming out, fatherhood, and stereotypes. Staying in theme, champagne & chocolates will be offered at the end of the show.
Nice Valley takes care of your children
On Monday, April 10, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., the shopping center promises to reserve a surprise for you. What is certain is that there will be a free chocolate distribution. There will also be options for face painting and capturing the moment with a photobooth. To extend the festivities, on Saturday, April 15, and Wednesday, April 19, creative and makeup workshops are offered from 2 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
The Village of Fools reopens its doors
The Villeneuve-Loubet theme park has chosen this occasion to start its season. In addition to its 49 games and attractions, special events are planned for this special weekend and throughout the Easter holidays. A particularly unique egg hunt is organized, with non-edible colored eggs hidden in the park. For each discovery, an invitation to the park is offered. On Sunday, April 9, other prizes are to be won upon discovering a special egg hidden on the hunt’s course. For gourmands, eggs will be launched at 11:00 a.m., 2:00 p.m., and 4:00 p.m. The village is open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and tickets are already available online.
An egg hunt on the water in Mandelieu-la-Napoule
Starting Saturday, April 8, you can navigate by electric boat without a license, on the Siagne for an egg hunt themed around farm animals. The course lasts one hour, an original experience to share with up to six people at a cost of 55 euros per boat, to enjoy until May 8.
