Swedish Easter
THREE HOURS INCURSION | $15 per child
*Minimum 30 children
One free location visit and onsite consultation. *(additional charge may incur)
Complete planning and preparation.
Set up and pack up on the day.
Two sessions à 1.5 hours.
Material and resources provided. (tables and chairs excl.)
Free phone support.
Standard incursion introduction package for staff.
Tenggrenplay risk benefit assessment.
ADD ON OPTION |
1 hour Incursion run through with staff leading up to vacation care. $55* (subject to change)
OUTLINE
Celebrate the colourful and whimsical traditions of a Swedish Easter with a full day of creativity, learning, and cultural discovery!
In this engaging incursion, children will dive into the unique ways Easter is celebrated in Sweden—where folklore, fun, and springtime joy come together in delightful ways. Throughout the day, children will take part in hands-on activities such as traditional Swedish Easter crafts, games, storytelling, and festive decorating.
Your staff will be encouraged to dress up as påskkärringar (Easter witches), a beloved Swedish tradition where children wear colourful scarves and face paint and go door-to-door exchanging hand-drawn cards for sweets. They'll also discover how Swedish families decorate with bright feathers, paint eggs, and welcome the arrival of spring with joy and colour.
REQUIREMENTS
No specific requirement
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RESOURCES
Tenggrenplay will provide you with the majority of material and resources needed for the incursion.
Any other resources will be discussed at the initial meeting after the location visit.
​​BENEFITS AND OUTCOMES
From folklore to food, and from traditions to creative play, this experience brings the magic and meaning of a Swedish Easter to life. It’s a vibrant and enriching way for children to explore another culture and celebrate the season of renewal.
THE SWEDISH WAY
Swedish Easter, or Påsk, is a colourful and joyful celebration that blends Christian traditions with old folklore and springtime festivity. In the lead-up to Easter, homes are decorated with bright feathers, painted eggs, birch twigs (påskris), and cheerful yellow chicks to welcome the arrival of spring. One of the most unique traditions is children dressing up as påskkärringar—Easter witches—with painted cheeks, headscarves, and old clothes. They go door to door, much like Halloween, handing out handmade Easter cards in exchange for sweets.
While Easter Sunday marks the religious aspect of the holiday, the overall celebration in Sweden is more about spending time with loved ones, enjoying the spring season, and taking part in fun, creative traditions that have been passed down for generations.