Easter Egg Hunts and Events 2013

There’s nothing like an egg hunt to celebrate Easter! Locations in Chicago and the suburbs will be hosting egg hunts, bunny visits, and other Easter activities over the next couple weeks. As with any activity or event, it’s a good idea to check the website or call first to confirm details. Many of these events require registration in advance so plan early. While you’re planning for Easter check out the list of Easter Bunny sites and my list of Non-Candy Easter Basket Fillers.

Please scroll to the bottom for an Easter event for families of children with special needs.

Events at Chicago Park District – various locations

Dates throughout the month of March. See the Chicago Park District website for a calendar of events.

Visit with the Easter Bunny – Jumps n Jiggles Indoor Playground, 1000 Wellington Ave, Elk Grove Village

Friday, March 22 from 11:00 am – Noon
$3.50/child; children under 1 free. For kids 10 and under.
Easter Bunny visit and egg hunt

Flashlight Egg Hunt – Van Horn Woods, Lily Cache Road north of Caton Farm Road, Plainfield

Friday, March 22 at 8:00 pm
$5/resident child, $7.50/non-resident child. For ages 7-12. Registration required by March 18.
Bring a flashlight

Family Egg Decorating Night – Bock Neighborhood Center, 1223 W. Sharon Lane, Schaumburg

Friday, March 22 from 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
$5/resident, $7/non-resident. Pre-registration recommended.
Egg decorating, flashlight egg hunt. Bring a dozen eggs; decorating supplies provided.

Soldier Field Spring Egg-Stravaganza – Soldier Field, 1410 S. Museum Campus Drive, Chicago

Saturday, March 23 at 9:00 am
FREE
Inflatables, face- painting, balloon artists, largest candy grab in the city

Breakfast with the Bunny – Discovery Center at the Brookfield Zoo, 3300 Golf Road, Brookfield

Saturday, March 23, Sunday, March 24, & Saturday, March 30 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

Great Egg Scramble – Cosley Zoo, 1356 N. Gary Avenue, Wheaton

Saturday, March 23 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.

Annual Egg Hunt – Four Seasons Park, W. Seil Road, Shorewood

Saturday, March 23 at 10:00 am
For ages 3-8

Bunny Bash – Community Recreation Center, 505 N. Springinsguth Road, Schaumburg

Saturday, March 23 from 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
$8/child pre-registered, $10/child day of. Pre-registration deadline is March 22. Parents & children 1 & under are free.
Egg hunt, photos with bunny, games, crafts, moon jump, concessions, pony rides, petting zoo

“Egg”-citing Activities – Van Horn Woods, Lily Cache Road north of Caton Farm Road, Plainfield

Saturday, March 23 at 10:00 am
$5/resident child, $7.50/non-resident child. For ages 7 and under. Registration deadline March 18.
Easter Bunny, crafts, snack, egg hunt. Bring a basket and a camera.

Lunch with Bunny – Founders Community Center, 140 Oak Street, Frankfort

Saturday, March 23 from 11:00 am – 12:30 pm
$8/person, $11/non-resident. Registration required.
Lunch, magic show, visit with the Easter Bunny, goodie bag

Easter Egg Hunt – Pavilion in Main Park, Frankfort

Saturday, March 23 at 1:00 pm
For ages 1-8
Easter egg hunt with the Easter Bunny

Easter Egg Hunt – Lippold Park, 800 IL Route 176, Crystal Lake

Saturday, March 23 at 11:30 am
$2/child, payable at the hunt
Easter egg hunt. Bring a basket.

Easter Activities at Bass Pro Shop – 709 Janes Ave, Bolingbrook; 6112 W. Grand Ave, Gurnee

March 23-31; times vary
FREE
Easter egg hunt, Easter Bunny pictures, crafts

Bunny Hop – Downtown Tinley Park

Sunday, March 24 from Noon – 3:00 pm
FREE. Easter egg hunt for children 9 and under.
Learn the “Bunny Hop”, take photos with the Easter Bunny, Easter egg hunt, DJ, crafts, games

Swim with the Bunny – Pavilion Aquatic Center, 1000 Wellington Ave, Elk Grove Village

Sunday, March 24 from 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
$5/adults, $7/resident child, $10/non-resident child. Pre-registration required by March 23.
Collect Easter eggs in the pool and trade them in for prizes. Bring a bathing suit and a basket to collect eggs.

Wish Upon A Star Foundation Easter Parade & Activities – Downtown Joliet

Sunday, March 24 from 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
FREE. Additional cost for some activities.
Easter games and crafts, movie, candy run, parade, and more

Night Owl Egg Hunt – Willow Stream Park, Buffalo Grove

Wednesday, March 27 at 8:00 pm
$5/resident, $6/non-resident. Pre-registration required. For ages 5-12.
Flashlight egg hunt. Bring flashlight and basket.

Aqua Egg Hunt – Splash Central Indoor Aquatic Center, 696 W. Stearns, Bartlett

Friday, March 29 at 10:00 am
$8/residents, $10/non-residents. Must register by March 27 at 7:00 pm.

Hoppy Easter – Cantigny Park, 151 S. Winfield Road, Wheaton

Friday, March 29 from 10:00 am – 11:00 am
$10/child. Registration required. No parking fee. For ages 3-5 with parent.
Stories, songs, crafts, and a special treat

Underwater EGGstravaganza – The Water Works, 505 N. Springinsguth Road, Schaumburg

Friday, March 29 from 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
$12/resident, $18/non-resident; adults free.
Egg hunt in the pool. Bring bathing suit and basket.

Easter “EGG”stavaganza – Lake County Fairgrounds, 889 S. Court Street, Crown Pointe, IN

Saturday, March 30 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, March 30 at 10:00 am
FREE. For ages 1-10.
Egg hunt and Easter Bunny. Bring a basket & a camera.

Annual Egg Hunt – Deicke Park, 12015 Mill Street, Huntley

Saturday, March 30 from 10:00 am – 10:30 am
FREE. For ages 2-8.
Egg hunt and Easter Bunny. Bring a basket or bag to collect eggs. Separate area for children with special needs.

Spring EGG-stavaganza – Seager Park, 1163 Plank Road, Naperville

Saturday, March 30 at 10:00 am & 11:00 am
$11/resident, $17/non-resident; $7/sibling. Pre-registration required. For ages 2-5.
Games, stories, crafts, and an egg hunt. Bring a basket.

The Big Find – Soul City Church, Adams Sangamon Park, 115 S. Sangamon St., Chicago