Easter is approaching so hopefully the weather will start to cooperate in time for Easter egg hunts in the Chicago area. Many of the hunts and events listed below require pre-registration so be sure to plan ahead. It’s always a good idea to bring a bag or basket to collect eggs and a camera to catch all those special moments. Egg hunts can end quickly so be sure you’re there early.
I do my best to provide accurate information, but please double check details by calling ahead or visiting the website for the event. Good luck hunting!
Events at Chicago Park District – various locations
- Various dates in the month of April. See the Chicago Park District website for a calendar of events.
Flashlight Egg Hunt – Van Horn Woods, Lily Cache Road north of Caton Farm Road, Plainfield
- Friday, April 11 at 8:00 pm
- $5/resident child, $7.50/non-resident child. Registration required by April 7.
- Bring a flashlight
Soldier Field Spring Egg-Stravaganza – Soldier Field, 1410 S. Museum Campus Drive, Chicago
- Saturday, April 12 at 9:00 am
- FREE
- Inflatables, face- painting, balloon artists, largest candy grab in the city
Bunny Bash – Community Recreation Center, 505 N. Springinsguth Road, Schaumburg
- Saturday, April 12 from 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
- $12/child, $15/child day of event. Pre-registration recommended by April 11.
- Egg hunts, photo with the bunny, games, crafts, moon jumps, concessions, pony rides, and a petting zoo.
Bunny Bash – Community Recreation Center, 505 N. Springinsguth Road, Schaumburg
- Saturday, April 12 from 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
- $12/child pre-registered, $15/child day of. Pre-registration deadline is April 11. Parents & children 1 & under are free.
- Egg hunt, photos with bunny, games, crafts, moon jump, concessions, pony rides, petting zoo
Great Egg Scramble – Cosley Zoo, 1356 N. Gary Avenue, Wheaton
- Saturday, April 12 from 9:30 am – 10:30 am and 11:00 am – Noon
- $12/resident, $15/non-resident. For ages 2-10. Registration required.
- Egg hunt. Bring a basket.
Spring EGG-stavaganza – Seager Park, 1163 Plank Road, Naperville
- Saturday, April 12 at 10:00 am & Noon
- $11/resident, $17/non-resident. Pre-registration required. For ages 2-5.
- Games, stories, crafts, and an egg hunt. Bring a basket.
Easter Egg Hunt – Cantigny Park, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton
- Saturday, April 12 at 10:30 am
- FREE; $5 parking.
- Easter craft, Easter Bunny, visit with animals, Easter egg hunt
“Egg”-citing Activities – Clow Stevens, 16650 S. Lily Cache Rd, Plainfield
- Saturday, April 12 at 11:00 am
- $5/resident child, $7.50/non-resident child. For ages 7 and under. Registration deadline April 9.
- Easter Bunny, crafts, snack, egg hunt. Bring a basket and a camera.
Lunch with Bunny – Founders Community Center, 140 Oak Street, Frankfort
- Saturday, April 12 from 11:00 am – 12:30 pm
- $9/person, $12/non-resident. Registration required by April 4.
- Lunch, magic show, visit with the Easter Bunny, goodie bag
Easter Egg Hunt – Lippold Park, 800 IL Route 176, Crystal Lake
- Saturday, April 12 at 11:30 am
- $2/child, payable at the hunt
- Easter egg hunt. Bring a basket.
Easter Egg Hunt – Commissioners Park, 21972 S 80th Ave, Frankfort
- Saturday, April 12 at 1:00 pm
- For ages 1-8
- Easter egg hunt with the Easter Bunny
Breakfast with the Bunny – Discovery Center at the Brookfield Zoo, 3300 Golf Road, Brookfield
- Saturday, April 12, Sunday, April 13, & Saturday, April 19 with seatings at 9:00 am and 11:00 am
- $29.95/member adult, $21.95/member child; $40.95/non-member adult, $28.95/non-member child. Seating is limited and reservations are required.
- All-you-can-eat buffet with visits from Mr. & Mrs. Bunny
Easter Activities at Bass Pro Shop – 709 Janes Ave, Bolingbrook; 6112 W. Grand Ave, Gurnee
- April 12-20; times vary
- FREE
- Easter egg hunt, Easter Bunny pictures, crafts
Wish Upon A Star Foundation Easter Parade & Lunch with the Easter Bunny – Downtown Joliet
- Sunday, April 13 from 10:30 am – 12:30 pm; parade at 2 pm.
- $4/person. Registration required.
Bunny Hop – Downtown Tinley Park
- Sunday, April 13 from Noon – 3:00 pm
- FREE.
- Learn the “Bunny Hop”, take photos with the Easter Bunny, Easter egg hunt, DJ, crafts, games
Night Owl Egg Hunt – Willow Stream Park, Buffalo Grove
- Wednesday, April 16 at 8:00 pm
- $5/resident, $6/non-resident. Pre-registration required. For ages 5-12.
- Flashlight egg hunt. Bring flashlight and basket.
Underwater EGGstravaganza – The Water Works, 505 N. Springinsguth Road, Schaumburg
- Thursday, April 17 from 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
- $12/resident, $18/non-resident; adults free.
- Egg hunt in the pool. Bring bathing suit and basket.
Aqua Egg Hunt – Splash Central Indoor Aquatic Center, 696 W. Stearns, Bartlett
- Friday, April 18 at 10:00 am
- $8/residents, $10/non-residents. Must register at the park district.
Easter “EGG”stavaganza – Lake County Fairgrounds, 889 S. Court Street, Crown Pointe, IN
- Saturday, March 19 from 9:00 am – 11:00 am
- FREE. For children up to 11.
- Inflatables, face painting, egg hunt, and helicopter candy drop
Egg Hunt – Wilder Park, 175 Prospect Ave, Elmhurst
- Saturday, April 19 at 10:00 am
- FREE. Food donations accepted.
- Egg hunt and Easter Bunny. Bring a basket & a camera.
Annual Egg Hunt – Deicke Park, 12015 Mill Street, Huntley
- Saturday, April 19 from 10:00 am
- FREE.
- Egg hunt and Easter Bunny. Bring a basket or bag to collect eggs. Separate area for children with special needs.
The Big Find – Soul City Church, Adams Sangamon Park, 115 S. Sangamon St., Chicago
- Saturday, April 19 from 10:00 am-Noon
- FREE
- Egg hunt, music, and games
Easter Bunny & Egg Hunt – Wolff’s Flea Market, 1775 N. Rand Road, Palatine
- Saturday, April 19 from 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
- Egg hunt, Easter Bunny, games, crafts, face painting, magic
Hippity-Hop Easter Egg Hunt – The Timbers of Shorewood, 1100 N. River Road, Shorewood
- Saturday, April 19 from 10:30 am – 1:30 pm
- FREE
- Photos with the Easter Bunny, Easter egg hunt, face painting, petting zoo, clown, games, prizes, snacks
Habitat Park Egg Hunt – Kohl Children’s Museum
- Saturday, April 19 at 11:00 am and 2:00 pm
- Museum admission+ $5
- Outdoor egg hunt with candy, toys, and a gift certificate for a museum membership. Special area for toddlers.
Hoppy Easter – Cantigny Park, 151 S. Winfield Road, Wheaton
- Saturday, April 19 from 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
- $10/child. Registration required. No parking fee. For ages 3-5 with parent.
- Stories, songs, crafts, and a special treat
Swim with the Bunny – Pavilion Aquatic Center, 1000 Wellington Ave, Elk Grove Village
- Sunday, April 19 from 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
- Call or visit site for cost. Pre-registration required by April 14.
- Collect Easter eggs in the pool and trade them in for prizes. Bring a bathing suit and a basket to collect eggs.
Eggstravaganza – Belvidere Park, 412 S. Louis, Waukegan
- Saturday, April 19 at 1:30 pm
- FREE. For ages 2-8.
- Easter egg hunt, activities, Easter Bunny
Special Needs Easter Events
Special Families With Special Needs Easter Egg Hunt – Perry Park Farm, 459 N. Kennedy Drive, Bourbonnais
- Saturday, April 12 at 1:00 pm
- FREE for families with children with special needs
- Easter egg hunt and activities. Bring an Easter basket.
