The Easter holidays are set to begin across the north-west of England, with activities including Easter egg hunts in Lancashire, immersive art in Manchester, stage adaptations in Salford, and Easter-themed crafting sessions at the Beatles Story in Liverpool. Brockholes Nature Reserve in Preston is hosting an orienteering trail challenge for children, with a certificate and a sweet treat waiting for them at the end. The Great Ribby Duck Race is available for purchase online from £5.50, with tickets valid from 28 March to 19 April. Other activities include a dragon-themed hunt in Blackpool, where an apprentice sorcerer has muddled an Easter spell and cursed six dragon eggs to win a prize. The Lowry Theatre is hosting a stage adaptation of Julia Donaldson's Zog novel and a new immersive art exhibition at the National Football Museum. The Tameside Spring Family Festival invites residents and visitors to enjoy four days of free entertainment and seasonal celebrations across Ashton and Stalybridge.