It might feel like the kids have only just gone back to school after February half term, but thoughts are already turning to the Easter break.
After a very short term, schools will break up for Easter by Thursday March 28, ahead of Good Friday on March 29.
And holidays on the horizon, many parents will now be starting think of ways to keep their little ones entertained for more than two weeks.
From feeding lambs and Easter crafts, to an array of Easter egg hunts, there is plenty to do in Northamptonshire no matter the age of your children or you budget.
Here are 22 things to do with kids in Northamptonshire over the 2024 Easter holidays.
21. Easter egg hunt and afternoon tea picnic hampers in East Haddon
The pub in East Haddon has been visited by the Easter bunny and it has left eggs around the garden. On Easter Monday (April 1), families are invited to the pub, so kids can hunt for eggs and parents can enjoy a delicious afternoon tea picnic hamper. Search 'The Red Lion, East Haddon' on Facebook for more information. Photo: Facebook/The Red Lion, East Haddon
22. Meet Eddie the Easter Bunny and a handmade fair at Rushden Lakes
Eddie will be hopping the retail park on Good Friday and Saturday March 30, at 30 minute appearances between 10am and 12.30pm. He will also be handing out prizes, such as a £75 gift card for Primark or Hobbycraft or chocolate eggs. Also at Rushden Lakes, there will be a handmade and vintage fair, also on Friday and Saturday. Clothing, homeware, gift, accessories and more will be on offer. Photo: Rushden Lakes
23. Easter trail at Stowe House
From Friday March 29 to Sunday April 14, between 11am and 4.30pm, visitors can crack codes, decipher clues, and piece together the puzzle of centuries past. Kids go free with a paying adult. Visit the Stowe House website for more information. Photo: Submitted