Welcoming families – and also four-legged friends – Cotswolds Designer Outlet has lots of fun activities planned this Easter, from trails to follow around the centre to very special visits.
As well as great value shopping and free soft play every day, here's what's on at Cotswolds Designer Outlet this March and April 2026...
Children's Spring Trail at Cotswolds Designer Outlet
Cotswolds Designer Outlet has been taken over by colourful bunny rabbits, oversized eggs and fabulous flowers, with a new spring trail for families to follow from Monday 30 March until Sunday 12 April 2026.
Make your way around the malls to find them all, before claiming a sweet treat from Guest Services once you complete the trail.
See more about the Children's Spring Trail at cotswoldsdesigneroutlet.com/event/childrens-spring-trail.
Egg and Spoon Races at Cotswolds Designer Outlet
On Tuesday 31 March 2026, families are invited to test their balance and speed with an Egg and Spoon Race at Cotswolds Designer Outlet!
Promising plenty of giggles and just a little bit of friendly competition, there's no need to book, just come along and take part – with races for participants of all ages.
For more details, visit cotswoldsdesigneroutlet.com/event/egg-and-spoon-race.
Character meet and greet at Cotswolds Designer Outlet
Beatrix Potter's beloved bunny – and TV star – Peter Rabbit™ is hopping into Cotswolds Designer Outlet on Wednesday 1 and Tuesday 7 April 2026, to meet children and pose for photos.
Time slots to meet Peter Rabbit™ are from 12.30pm until 1.10pm; 1.30pm until 2.10pm; 2.30pm until 3.10pm; and 3.30pm until 4pm, on a first come, first served basis.
For full details of his visit, see cotswoldsdesigneroutlet.com/event/peter-rabbit-meet-and-greet.
Little Gold Ted at Cotswolds Designer Outlet
The Gloucestershire-based creators of Little Gold Ted are paying a special visit to Cotswolds Designer Outlet for one day only on Wednesday 8 April 2026.
Ted's creators will be reading stories from the Little Gold Ted books throughout the day – and there'll be a pop-up stand where visitors can pick up books to take home, including Ted's original story and a beautifully illustrated ABC book. Ideal for readers of all abilities, Little Gold Ted books are certified Dyslexia-friendly and are suitable for neurodiverse readers, too.
For more information about Little Gold Ted readings, visit cotswoldsdesigneroutlet.com/event/little-gold-ted-pop-up.
Easter Treat Hunt for Dogs at Cotswolds Designer Outlet
Four-legged friends can join in with the fun at Cotswolds Designer Outlet this Easter, too, as the centre hosts a treat hunt especially for furry friends, in partnership with SweetPea’s Doggy Deli.
Bring your pup along for the Easter Treat Hunt for Dogs, which takes place from 10.30am to 4.30pm on Sunday 12 April 2026.
To find out more about the Easter Treat Hunt for Dogs, visit cotswoldsdesigneroutlet.com/event/easter-treat-hunt-for-dogs.
