Easter, for many, is a time to
relax, reflect, and reconnect with loved ones.
But for those with an
entrepreneurial mind, it is also a golden opportunity to earn some extra
income.
Whether through crafts, food,
events, or services, the Easter holiday opens up a festive market for creative
side hustles that are both fun and profitable.
If you are crafty with your hands,
Easter is your time to shine. Handmade decorations like Easter baskets,
bunny-shaped cards, and personalised gift tags are always in demand.
Ruth Atieno, a university student,
says she loves making personalised gifts and cards in her free time.
“You don’t need to overthink it.
People love simple, well-made gifts, and that’s how I plan to earn my extra
side cash. I post samples on Instagram and WhatsApp, and I’ve already gotten
pre-orders from my classmates and church group.”
Gift hampers are another popular
item around Easter.
People love to give and receive
thoughtful boxes filled with treats during festivities.
Faith Mueni, a home baker, says
people love the thoughtfulness that comes with gifting.
“Last year, I started small by just
packing snacks and chocolates into boxes, but this year, I am going big. I will
include Easter-themed cookies, bunny cupcakes, and a little toy or a pastel
candle, depending on the buyer. People love the thoughtfulness,” Mueni says.
She adds that offering free delivery
with your packages will always bring more customers.
Food, in general, is a big part of
Easter celebrations.
Offering meal prep or catering
services for Easter gatherings is a great idea.
Purity Mwikali, a street fries
vendor, says during holidays, the roads are usually empty since most people
have travelled upcountry. She plans on cooking food for her local church.
“Since the customer turnout is
usually very low during the Easter season, I plan on cooking for my local
church to earn some extra money, since the churches are usually crowded during
this season,” says Mwikali.
“This year, I will make chapati and
pilau and pack them in boxes. People at the church love it after the service.”
Oliver Wafula, a smokie vendor,
shares the same tip as Purity.
“After church, everyone is hungry.
So I’ll have a small stand with smokies, boiled eggs, and drinks. I will add
colorful toothpicks and packaging to attract customers.” Oliver also plans on
buying bunny headbands and balloons in bulk and reselling them.
“I will also buy bunny headbands in
bulk from Kamukunji, then sell them one by one outside the church,” Wafula
said.
Ivy Macharia, a photographer and
videographer, says she plans on using her camera skills to earn some extra cash
over the Easter holiday.
“Uhuru Park is usually packed with
family and friends enjoying the holiday. I plan on capturing those moments and
charging them for the pictures and videos I will take.”
She also plans to organise private
family shoots.
“Families love seasonal shoots. The
shoots will include props like bunny ears, flower crowns, and eggs. I will
charge the shoots per session and send the photos digitally for convenience,”
says Macharia.
Samuel Muchiri, who is a member of a
community program in Nairobi, says that they plan to go for a more interactive
money-making idea.
"This time, we are organizing
an Easter egg hunt around our neighborhood, complete with decorations and
games, and offer set-up services for backyard egg hunts for families. The money
made will be used for our next children's home visit,” Muchiri says.
Kelvin Mutuku, a third-year
university student in Nairobi, says that listing his house as an Airbnb always
brings him extra money during the holidays.
“My bedsitter is usually free while
I travel to be with my family over the holidays. So I will list it on Airbnb
for the Easter weekend. I will leave it clean and add a welcome snack box, and
my friend will handle the keys.”
From handmade crafts to church-side snacks
and themed photoshoots, there’s no shortage of ways to cash in on the Easter
spirit.
With good planning, creativity, and
hustle, the holiday can be more than just a celebration. It can be a chance to
build something that lasts beyond the Easter weekend.
