Easter Hairstyles for Kids 2026

Easter is coming, and if you’ve got a little one who loves to dress up, get their photo taken, or simply arrive to the egg hunt looking their absolute best — you’ll want their hair to match the occasion. The good news is that some of the prettiest Easter hairstyles for kids are also surprisingly simple to do at home, even on a hectic Easter Sunday morning.

Here are our favourite spring styles for children right now — everything from quick five-minute options to something a bit more special if you’ve got a bit of extra time.

1. The Flower Crown Braid

This is the one that always stops people in their tracks. A French or Dutch braid wrapped around the crown of the head looks like an actual flower crown — and if you tuck a few small blooms or pastel hair pins into it, the effect is genuinely beautiful. It works best on medium to long hair and takes about fifteen minutes once you’ve practised a couple of times. It holds well all day too, which is a bonus when there’s an egg hunt involved.

2. Bunny Ear Pigtails

If your child is younger and loves anything cute and seasonal, bunny ear pigtails are going to be a hit. Pull hair into two high pigtails, leave the ends a little fluffy and loose to create the “ears”, and finish with pastel ribbons or a pair of actual bunny ear clips. Takes about three minutes, looks adorable in photos, and your child will be delighted. What more could you want?

3. A Soft Twisted Updo

For something a bit more polished — maybe for Easter Sunday lunch or a family gathering — a twisted updo is elegant without being fussy. Twist sections of hair and pin them loosely into a low chignon or half-up style. Add a flower clip, a pearl pin, or a sprig of baby’s breath if you want to make it feel really special. This style suits all ages and looks particularly lovely with spring dresses and pastels.

4. The Waterfall Braid

A waterfall braid is one of those styles that looks incredibly intricate but is actually very achievable once you get the hang of it. It cascades gently to one side of the head, leaving soft sections of hair flowing through. Perfect for medium to long hair and absolutely beautiful for Easter photos. If you’ve been wanting to try it, this is the weekend.

5. Half-Up with a Pastel Bow or Scrunchie

Short on time? This one takes literally thirty seconds and still looks lovely. Pull the top half of the hair back and secure with a pastel bow, ribbon, or oversized scrunchie. It’s effortless, it works on most hair lengths, and the right accessory can completely elevate the look. Lilac, mint, and yellow are all gorgeous Easter colour choices right now.

A Few Tips to Make Your Easter Style Last

If you want the style to hold through the whole day — including the inevitable running around and egg-finding chaos — here are a few things that genuinely help:

• Start with hair that’s been washed and dried the night before — it holds styles better than freshly washed hair
• Use a light-hold hairspray over any braids or twists to keep them in place
• Snag-free hair ties and bobby pins that match your child’s hair colour are worth having in the drawer
• If your child has wispy bits around the face, a small amount of hair gel or pomade smoothed on with your fingers can tame them without looking stiff

Want a Fresh Style Before Easter?

If your little one is due a trim before the Easter holidays — or if you fancy something completely new — now is a great time to book. A fresh cut makes any style sit better, and our stylists love doing something a little special for seasonal occasions.

Book your Easter appointment at Kids Hair Play — we’d love to help your child look and feel their best this spring.