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Find a local Easter Egg Hunt, Easter Parade and other Easter Events in 2023!

Find a local Easter Egg Hunt, Easter Parade, Easter Brunch, etc.

Looking for a local Easter egg hunt for your children? Or an Easter parade, Easter brunch or breakfast or other Easter events in the Chicago area of Illinois?  Scroll down this page and you will see all of those in the Chicago area of Illinois, sorted by county. ALWAYS either see their website or call before you go to confirm the info, there are often last minute changes which they do not report to us!  If you have missed the Easter egg hunts in your area (or they were canceled), see this page about how to easily have your own backyard or local park Easter egg hunt.

If you know of one we missed and want to add it or correct the information, please let me know!      There are affiliate links on this page. Read our disclosure policy to learn more.  

Updates for December 2023

Easter egg hunts are back! I'm updating the info every day. Unfortunately MOST wait until the last minute (often just a few days before) to publish their dates, times and details. I'm updating their information daily as it comes in., but there are thousands yet to check. When we CONFIRM an event for 2023, the date will be highlighted in pink, like this passage to make them easy to find as you scroll down the page. Orange highlights means it was definitely held last year, but we have not yet been able to confirm it for this year.

RELATED: You may also want to go to a local farm to Pick Your Own fruit and vegetables; strawberries start very soon in most areas! Farms will be open, and it's quite safe out in a field, where people are not close to each other!
And if you are looking to save money on children's clothes, toys, books, etc, find a local children's consignment sale, also often held by churches in the Spring and Fall, click here!

ALWAYS click the links to check date and time with the event's own website, as there are often last minute cancellations, postponements or changes to locations due to weather (like heavy rains) or logistical problems, just click on the link to the event's website and (in most cases), you want to click on the "events" link or "calendar" link on their website. Or use their site search for "Easter". Do let them know you found them here, so they will update us next year. Since many egg hunts do not publish the current year's dates until the very last minute, or simply never respond to email, we may not get their current information, which is why we have links to their websites, Facebook pages and calendars. Besides egg hunts, there are also Easter breakfasts and brunches and Easter parades to watch!
If you need to add your egg hunt or update your existing information, click on these links.

 

Easter Egg Hunt, Parade and Event Listings

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Boone County

Cook County

  • Bunny Rock - Easter egg hunt, The Easter bunny will make an appearance, Photos with the Easter Bunny, There is an admission fee, porta-potties, petting zoo
    Arvey Field at Grant Park, 1501 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60605. Phone: 847-829-4536. Email: events@adrenalinespecialevents.com. Event date and time: Saturday, April 8, 2023 from at 9 am (5K) and 10:15 am (Egg Hunt) . Bunny Rock 10K, 5K, and Kids Egg Dash Let’s get HOPPY! Join us on Saturday at Arvey Field at Grant Park as we spring into the season with great swag and 80’s vibes at the Bunny Rock Chicago.
    10K & 5K: Here’s What You Get:
    All 10K & 5K Participants will receive bunny ears, a dri-fit unisex long sleeve 1/4 zip OR unisex short sleeve shirt (your pick!), race bib, and a finisher medal!
    KIDS EGG DASH: Here’s What You Get: KIDS EGG DASH: 10:30 AM*
    (The kid’s egg dash will start right at 10:30, there will be no other start times, please be on time)
    All Kids Dash Participants will receive bunny ears, neon sunglasses, basket, race bib, and lots of eggs!
    Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check, Debit cards, Visa or MasterCard, Discover, AmEx Click here for our Facebook page. (UPDATED: March 08, 2019)
  • Chicago Botanic Garden -  Easter Brunch
    1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL 60022. Phone: (847) 835-5440. Event date and time: Easter Sunday, April 9, 2023, SSeatings at 9, 10, and 11 a.m., noon, and 1 p.m. Price includes admission, taxes, gratuity. Celebrate spring and enjoy a festive brunch buffet at the Garden, meet the Easter Bunny, and take a stroll to explore the vibrant colors and spring blooms. Family members of all ages will find the beautiful Greenhouses and outdoor garden spaces wonderful to explore before and after their brunch seating. Reservations are required to attend Easter Brunch. For special seating accommodations or allergy requests please contact Customer Service at (847) 835-6801.
  • Chicago area Parks District Easter Egg Hunts - Easter egg hunt, Easter brunch, Photos with the Bunny, Bunny visits
    McKinley Park, 2210 West Pershing Rd. Chicago, IL 60609. Phone: 312-747-6527. Event date and time: There USUALLY are many, many Easter egg hunts and photo with the Bunny events in the Chicago area sponsored by the Chicago Park District.
    See the full list below: it is possible so will be re-listed at the last minute:
  • The Village Presbyterian Church Easter Egg Hunt - Easter egg hunt, Childrens crafts, Held indoors in bad weather, FREE event, Bring a basket to collect the eggs, restrooms
    1300 Shemer Road, Northbrook, IL 60062. Phone: (847) 272-0900. Email: nfrese@tvpchurch.org. Event date and time: Saturday, April 8, 2023 from 10 am to 11 am, hunt starts promptly at 10 am. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Payment: FREE. Regardless of weather - the hunt will go on! Children 11-years-old and under are invited to the egg hunt on the front lawn on Saturdays, April 8. A petting zoo and sweet treats will be available at 10:00 am, and the egg hunt will start promptly at 10:30 am. Please bring items on April 8 or before to support C24/7, a Christian organization reaching, serving, and empowering families in the Rogers Park Community. Donation bins will be located in front of the church and in the church lobby.  Items needed: baby wipes, paper towels, toilet paper, fruit snacks, applesauce cups, granola bars, bar soap, cooking oil, pasta, ramen noodles. Click here for our Facebook page. (ADDED: April 04, 2019)
  • Trinity Church's Best Free Chicago Easter Egg Hunt - Easter egg hunts for children, Easter egg hunts for toddlers, FREE admission, Children's crafts, Other activities for children,
    Senn High School field - 5900 N Glenwood Ave, Chicago, IL. Phone: 773-789-7071. Email: admin@destinationchurch.org. Event date and time: Due to the government recommendations regarding the COVID-19 virus, Trinity Church has decided to cancel the 2021 Easter Egg Hunt. UPDATE for 2023: When we checked last, there was no update for 2023 yet on their website - so CHECK IT AGAIN YOURSELF, it may or may not be held in 2023, , if they do hold it, it SHOULD be held on a week before Easter, on Saturday, April 1, 2023 at 10 am . Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Everything is free! It's time for Trinity Church's annual Best Free Chicago Easter Egg Hunt! The event is happening on the weekend before Easter. Let us know who's coming by reserving your tickets here. Space is limited, so register today. Activities will include egg hunts (of course!), bouncy house, face painting, crafts, and more. The festivities and first egg hunt will start at 10:00am. The egg hunts will be organized by age groups. Children 0-12 are welcome to participate in the egg hunts, and teens are welcome to take part in the other activities. Free parking is available but limited on a first come, first served basis. See the map below for location of the parking lot and event grounds. The event is also a short walk from the Thorndale Red Line, 36 Broadway bus, 22 Clark bus, or 84 Peterson bus. We'd also like to invite you to join us for Easter Sunday service at 9:15 or 11:00am on Sunday, April 21st. No signup required; just show up! We hope to see you there.
  • Holy Cross Lutheran Church Annual Easter Egg Hunt - Easter egg hunt
    4041 West 120th Street, Alsip, IL 60803. Phone: 708-597-5209. Event date and time: When we checked last, there was no update for 2023 yet on their website - so CHECK IT AGAIN YOURSELF, it may or may not be held in 2023, if they DO hold it, based on past years, it would likely be on Saturday a week before Easter Sunday from 11 am to 1 pm. A light lunch will be served. Free Lunch! Games!
  • University of Illinois Chicago - Easter egg hunt, Adult Easter egg hunt, Easter egg event for dogs, Cancelled in bad weather, FREE event, Bring a basket to collect the eggs, Baskets are provided, Other activities, restrooms, concession stand (drinks, snacks and/or food)
    839 W. Roosevelt Rd, Chicago, IL 60608. Phone: (312) 906-7931. Email: ngoodhue@uic.edu. Event date and time: Saturday, April 8, 2023, from 12pm-2pm. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Payment: FREE. Join UIC Athletics for a Sparky the Dragon Egg Hunt! Free prizes, candy, and more available to win! While we don't have an Easter bunny we have Sparky the Dragon. This Egg Hunt will take place during the UIC women's softball game against Belmont. Click here for our Facebook page. . (ADDED: March 13, 2023)
  • Wolff's Flea Market - Easter egg hunts for children, Easter egg hunts for infant, Easter egg hunts for toddlers, Easter egg hunts for all ages (includes adults), The Easter bunny will make an appearance, Visits and photos with the Easter Rabbit, Held indoors in bad weather, FREE admission, Children's crafts, Vendors, Other activities for children, restrooms
    1775 North Rand Road, Palatine, IL 60074. Phone: 847-524-9590. Alternate Phone: 847-727-2180. Email: Wolffsflea@aol.com. Event date and time: Date and time is not yet announced. Open: Click here for current open hours, days and dates. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, only. Click here for our Facebook page. 300 vendors selling antiques, produce, furniture, clothing, jewelry, books, new merchandise and much more!. Kids admitted FREE. Adults $1 or free with coupon that will be offered on Facebook. Event is held INDOORS. Also magic show and kids games and prizes.
    A visitor writes on April 18, 2011: "Any day at Wolff's flea market is fun for the whole family!"

DeKalb County

  • Dekalb Illinois Easter Egg Hunt - Easter Egg Hunt, Breakfast with the bunny
    Hopkins Park, 1403 Sycamore Road, DeKalb, IL 60115. Event date and time: Saturday, April 1, 2023 at 10 am. Held in in the Park, DeKalb, IL FREE! Hop on over to Hopkins Park for our FREE Annual Egg Hunt! Ages 2-10. The hunt begins at 11:00am SHARP! . This event is free . Bring a basket and sharp eyes to find those eggs!
    Breakfast with the Bunny:
    A yummy buffet at the Breakfast with the Bunny event at the Hopkins Park Terrace Room, located at 1403 Sycamore Road. Families can enjoy a breakfast that includes scrambled eggs, sausage, pancakes, biscuits ‘n’ gravy, an assortment of fruit and pastries, as well as milk, coffee, and juice. The fee is $10 for residents and $13 for non-residents. Don’t forget your camera! The Bunny will be on-site for some personalized photos. Sign-up early as space is limited.

DuPage County

  • Bartlett Gazebo Park Easter Eggstravaganza - Easter egg hunts for children,
    102 North Eastern, Bartlett, IL 60103. Event date and time: Saturday, April 8, 2023 from 10 am to 1:30 PM. FREE event. Open to the public. Egg Hunts by age, music, bounce-houses, face-painting, and more!
  • Bensenville Easter Eggstravaganza - Easter egg hunts for children, Easter egg hunts for toddlers, The Easter bunny will make an appearance, Visits and photos with the Easter Rabbit, Held indoors in bad weather, FREE admission, Other activities for children, Bring a basket to collect the eggs, face painting
    Varble Park, 1000 W Wood St, Bensenville, IL 60106. Phone: 630-766-7015. Email: knagle@bensenvilleparkdistrict.org. Event date and time: When we checked last, there was no update for 2023 yet on their website - so CHECK IT AGAIN YOURSELF, it may or may not be held in 2023, if they DO hold it, based on past years, it would likely be on Saturday, April 1, 2023 from 9:30 am to 11:00 am. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, only. Notes: Click here for our Facebook page. Time: 9:45-10:25am ages 2-4, 10:30-11am ages 5-7. Come to Varble Park for our Annual Easter Egg Hunt. The eggs will be hidden by the Easter Bunny and he will officially start the hunt. This egg hunt will be held outside so dress accordingly to weather and make sure to bring a basket or bag to hold your eggs. Children must be pre-registered to participate in the hunt, we will be taking day of event registration. Each child will be allowed to find 10 eggs. There will be 3 special eggs added to each hunt for kids to find and win a basket filled with toys. Children will be able to get there take picture taken with the Easter Bunny and play games: ring toss, buckets, guess how many, prize wheel and more. Make sure to bring a camera for a snap shot or if you forget your camera you can purchase an instant print from us for $2.
  • Cantigny Park Easter Egg Hunt Open House - Easter egg hunt
    S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton, IL 60189. Phone: 630.668.5161. Email: info@cantigny.org. Event date and time: Sunday, April 2, 2023, from 10 am to 4 pm. Admission to the Cantigny Park is always free. There is a parking fee for the park. Daily: $5. Directions: Cantigny Park just off of I-88 west, following Winfield Road three miles north. The Egg Hunt will run continuously from 9 am to 4 pm. This event is an open house-style and for all ages. No registration required. A map will be given at the parking booth with all activity locations. This event will be held rain or shine! Bring your baskets or decorate your own Easter Bag! Limit: 5 eggs per child.Come Visit the Easter Bunnies! We will have “Mr. Bunny” and “Mrs. Bunny,” so be sure to stop by the Bunny tent for a photo any time from 9 am to 4 pm. Decorate an Easter Bag! Hop over to the Education Center and get creative! Decorate a canvas bag before collecting your eggs. $3/bag, Movie Stop by the theater in the Visitor Center and enjoy “Hop.” . Food Trucks: This year we will have a variety of food choices located near the egg redemption. Big Mama’s Kitchen, Perfect Pop Kettle Corn, Chicago Pizza Boss Mobile Pizzeria, Golden Eagle, Mamie’s Toffee and Treats, Jimmy’s Bag O’Donuts.
  • Downer's Grove Fishel Park Bunny Hop Egg Hunt - Easter egg hunt, pre-registration is required
    Phone: 630-960-750. Contact form: contact-us. Event date and time: Thursday, April 6, 2023 at 6 PM; PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Get ready for a hopping good time! Grab your basket and head to Fishel Park for some Easter fun. Participants will enjoy hunting for eggs and visiting with the Easter bunny.  An adult must be present to supervise their child(ren). Register online here. No registration will be taken on site. Participants with food allergies may be exposed to allergens. Registration deadline is March 29 at 12:00pm. For ages 2 to 10. 2023 fee is R/NR: $15/$23.  Downer's Grove Park District Facebook page.,  (ADDED: March 23, 2023, JBS)
  • Glen Ellen Eggs-trordinary Egg Hunt - Flashlight Easter egg hunt
    Maryknoll Park, Maryknoll Pavilion, 845 Pershing Avenue, Glen Ellyn, IL, US 60137. Phone: (630) 469-7888. Event date and time: Thursday, April 6, 2023 from 7:30 PM. The Bunny has scattered some special treats around the park and it’s your job to find them. Grab your flashlight and basket and head out to look for eggs filled with candy, toys, and prizes. Find one of the special eggs and redeem it for one of the grand prize baskets. Please be sure to bring a basket and your own flashlight to make egg hunting easier. Check-in starts at 7:30pm and 8:30pm. Dress for the weather. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Don’t forget to bring your basket! Please check-in with the egg hunt staff prior to the event. Dress for the weather, this event will be held outside rain, snow or shine! REGISTER NOW,.
  • Naperville Jaycees 35th Annual Easter Egg Hunt - Easter egg hunt
    Frontier Park Sports Complex, 3380 Cedar Glade Rd, Naperville, IL 60564. Email: veronica.dekruiff@gmail.com. Event date and time: Saturday, April 8, 2023  from 8:55 am to 9:05 am; always held on the Saturday right before Easter. Please try to arrive THIRTY MINUTES EARLY. Parking is limited and we wouldn’t want your child to miss the Egg Hunting Festivities. Family fun event! 14,000 eggs are “hidden” among the 4 ball fields at Frontier Park Sports Complex, divided by age groups. The age groups are: 0-2yrs, 3-4yrs, 5-6yrs, 7-8yrs. At 9:00 am, the horn sounds, and hundreds of kids/parents scramble across the outfields to get the eggs. Special prizes are available, as well as a visit from the Easter Bunny! This is a FREE Community Event organized by the Naperville Jaycees, however, Donations are suggested. No reservations required.
  • Safety Town of Naperville Hoppy Easter - Easter egg hunt
    1320 Aurora Ave Naperville, IL 60540. Phone: 630-369-8400. Email: info@napersafetytown.com. Event date and time: Saturday, April 1, 2023 from 9 am to 12:00 pm. Naperville Junior Woman’s Club host their Easter Egg hunt. Photo op with Mr. or Mrs. Easter Bunny! Come take a walk down the bunny trail! As you enter, each child will receive a goody bag filled with plastic eggs. The walk down the bunny trail through Safety Town will include local vendors, interactive movement opportunities and an I SPY adventure! Finally, your family will have an opportunity to take a picture with the EASTER BUNNY! The cost is $15 per family. Juniorettes will be selling Easter Bunny Ears for $2.00 each.  In addition to ticket price, we ask that families bring one nonperishable item for donation to Loaves & Fishes from each member of their party. Thank you for your support and cooperation. Please also note that while most eggs will not contain candy, some will. Parents are solely responsible to check for any allergen concerns.  NapervilleSafetyTown facebook page .
  • Super Crown Wings INC - Easter egg hunt, Adult Easter egg hunt, Online preregistration is recommended, Vendors, FREE admission, Bring a basket to collect the eggs, concession stand (drinks, snacks and/or food), Facemasks must be worn indoors, Face masks must be worn at all times and places, Hand sanitizer and/or hand washing stations are provided
    4956 1/2MAIN ST, DOWNERS GROVE, IL 60515. Phone: (630) 541-5970. Email: supercrownwings@gmail.com. Event date and time: When we checked last, there was no update for 2023 yet on their website - so CHECK IT AGAIN YOURSELF, it may or may not be held in 2023, if they DO hold it, based on past years, it should be on Easter Sunday, from 11:30 AM TO 8:30 pm. Click here for online registration Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Payment: FREE. Click here for our Facebook events page. (ADDED: March 13, 2021)

Ford County

Grundy County

Iroquois County

Kane County

  • Montgomery Park Blackberry Farm Easter Egg Hunt - Easter egg hun - Easter egg hunt
    100 S. Barnes Road, Aurora, IL. Phone:630-892-1550. Event date and time: Last year's date was Saturday right before Easter Sunday, so check with them - it MAY be held on Saturday, April 8, 2023 from 10 am. Milo's Marvelous Egg Hunt with Fox Valley Park District. Hop on over for a traditional egg hunt at Blackberry Farm. Plastic eggs will be filled with candy and prizes for 3 different age groups (2&under, 3-5, 6 and up). The Easter Bunny will be on-hand for pictures. Adults must accompany children; only children need to be registered. Egg hunt will start at 10:15A. Don't forget your basket and camera! This is an outdoor event so remember to dress for the weather. All ticket sales are final. **Please note - Blackberry Farm does not open until May 1 and rides will not be available during this event. This event is approximately one hour of spring activities and egg hunt. Parents do not need a ticket. 2022 Price $8 Resident | $13 Non-Resident, for Ages 1-10Y
  • First Baptist Church of Elgin IL - Easter egg hunt
    1735 West Highland Avenue, Elgin, IL 60123. Phone: 847-695-8700. Email: info@fbcelgin.com. Event date and time:Saturday, April 8, 2023 from 10:30am until 12 pm. This Family-friendly outreach event features games, crafts, hotdogs and one of Elgin’s largest Easter Egg hunts. This is also a great opportunity to invite your friends, family and neighbors; the more the merrier! In order to help us to have a “ballpark” headcount, please let us know if you’re coming; and how many people you’re bringing with you! Simply click the link on their website, fill out the form indicating how many people will be attending with you, and hit “submit” ; it’s that simple! Rest assured, you do not need to RSVP in order to attend, this is simply to help us better prepare. We hope to see you and your family there!
  • Fox River Trolley Museum - Easter egg hunt, Easter train, The Easter bunny will make an appearance, Photos with the Easter Bunny, Children's music and storytelling, There is a fee for this event, Baskets are provided, porta-potties
    Blackhawk Station, John J Duerr Forest Preserve, 35W003 State Rte 31, South Elgin, IL 60177. Phone: (847) 697-4676. Email: info@foxtrolley.org. Event date and time: multiple dates: see our website or Facebook page, usually held on the 3 Saturdays before Easter. , Trains depart at 10 a.m., 11:30 a.m, and 1 p.m. each day.  Train boards at Blackhawk Station ,2022 Tickets are $28 per person. Please note that all people regardless of size or age must be ticketed. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Debit cards, Visa or MasterCard, Discover. Come join us for a magical trolley ride to find the Easter Bunny. The young and young at heart will endeavor on a wonderful ride to the Easter Bunny's secret burrow in a vintage antique real trolley car, where there will be plenty of hidden eggs to find. All the little ones will receive a basket of their own to collect any magical eggs that are found. Please note that all persons regardless of size or age must be ticketed. Click here for our Facebook page. Trains depart from Jon Duerr Forrest Preserve, parking is also here. Staff will be on site to assist in parking and train boarding. All children will receive their very own Easter basket to collect eggs, they get to keep and take home. Eggs will be plastic with candy and other small toys. Email for more information. (ADDED: March 18, 2019)
  • St. Charles Pottawatomie Park - Easter egg hunt
    Pottawatomie Park, 8 North Ave, St. Charles, IL 60174. Phone: (630) 513-6200. Email: scpd@stcparks.org. Event date and time: Saturday, April 1, 2023 at 10am. Eggstra! Eggstra! Read All About It! Children, ages 9 and under, start lining up at 9:45am or earlier. Participants meet in the River View Miniature Golf Course courtyard. Parents are asked to keep children behind all lines and wait for the signal in order to avoid false starts and to be fair to everyone. A few reminders: Be on the lookout for the Easter Bunny hopping around. Bring your own basket to collect the eggs. Limit each child to 10 eggs. Remember your camera, too. Recycle your plastic eggs in the marked bins.Also:
    • Breakfast with the Easter Bunny – Apr 5, 2023 
    • Flashlight Easter Egg Hunt & Hike – Apr 7, 2023 
    • Underwater Egg Hunt – Apr 8, 2023 
  • Three Fires Council, Boy Scouts of America - Family Easter egg hunt, and Adult Flashlight Easter egg hunt, There is an admission fee,
    Cantigny Park 1S151 Winfield Rd, Wheaton, IL 60189. Phone: 630-584-9250. Alternate Phone: 847-687-4168. Fax: 630-584-8598. Email: JoinTFC@scouting.org. Event date and time: Saturday, April 1, 2023, from 9 am and 8 pm to 10 pm, Open: Click here for current open hours, days and dates. Directions: Corner of Big Timber Road and Tyrell Roads in Elgin. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, only. Notes: Click here for our Facebook page..
    Children's day time egg hunt: Come rain or shine there will be thousands of eggs to find... Egg Hunt begins promptly at 9:00 a.m. Open to youth under 10 A prize for every kid Each child attending the event needs a ticket. Bags to collect eggs will be provided.
    Adult flashlight egg hunt The hunt takes place no matter what the weather. Dress warm!Remember the thrill of the hunt for the elusive Easter Egg? Remember the rush into the back yard - racing against your little brother or big sister - just to get to the best eggs? Remember the insidious hiding places and the satisfaction of finding the candy-filled egg or the little prizes hidden within?Revisit your youth - with bigger and better prizes - at the 4th Annual Flashlight Adult Easter Egg Hunt! Bring your flashlight and arrive early to get a great spot for the shotgun start at 8:00 pm. Grand Prize each night is a 50" Flat Screen TV. Food and Adult beverages will be available for purchase at the event. For Adults 21+ Gates open for food and drink at 7:00 pm. Shotgun start at 8:00 pm. Gates close at 10:00pm. Cost: $16 entry fee per person. Includes one beverage, food and adult beverages additional. Proceeds to benefit the Boy Scouts of America

Kendall County

Lake County

  • Antioch's Easter Egg Hunt - Easter egg hunt, Online preregistration is required, restrooms, Face masks must be worn at all times and places
    900 Skidmore, Antioch, IL 60002. Phone: (847) 395-2160. Email: parks@antioch.il.gov. Event date and time: Saturday, April 8, 2023, from 10:30 am to 1 pm. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Visa or MasterCard. The Antioch Parks & Recreation Department is sponsoring the Annual Eggcellent Easter Adventure that will be on Saturday, April 8, 2023. 11:00-1:00 pm) the Easter Egg hunt will begin at the Band shell for children ages 1-9. Children participating in the Egg Hunt must pre-register at the Antioch Parks and Recreation Office (806 Holbek Drive) between now and the egg hunt. The cost is $3 per child up to the Friday before the egg hunt. The wristband guarantees your spot in the hunt and each child will receive 10 eggs and have a chance to win one of 5 special Easter Baskets created for each age group. The age groups are divided as follows: 1 & 2-year-old, 3 & 4-year-old, 5-7-year-old, and 8-9-year-old. Wristband goes on sale March 1, 2021 Due to CDC guidelines we are limited children per age group. Masks are required. The Easter Bunny will be on-hand to greet the children at the parade and available for pictures at the actual egg hunt. Pictures with the Easter Bunny are free but do require you to bring your own camera or phone to take them. For more information about this event please contact Antioch Parks and Recreation at 847-395-2160, email at parks@antioch.il.gov, or visit antioch.il.gov. (UPDATED: March 03, 2021)
  • Belvidere I.O.U. Club Easter Egg Hunt - Easter egg hunt
    Belvidere Park, Belvidere, IL 61008. Phone: (815) 547-5711. Event date and time: Saturday, April 1, 2023 from 11 am to 1 pm. at the River's Edge Recreation Center. I.O.U. CLUB EASTER EGG HUNT.
  • Hope Lutheran Church - Easter egg hunt
    1660 Checker Rd, Long Grove, IL 60047. Phone: (847) 634-2070. Email: hopechurchlonggrove@gmail.com. Event date and time: When we checked last, there was no update for 2023 yet on their website - so CHECK IT AGAIN YOURSELF, it may or may not be held in 2023, if they DO hold it, based on past years, it would likely be on Saturday, April 1, 2023 from 11 am to 2 pm. Food, bouncy, crafts, Easter Eggs, Easter BUNNY. inflatable obstacle course, the face painting and crafts, and food. The Easter Bunny for photos.
  • Lake Forest Deerpath Easter Egg Hunt and Magic Show - Easter egg hunt
    Deerpath Middle School, 95 West Deerpath Road, Lake Forest, IL, 60045. Phone: 847-810-3941. Event date and time: Last year's date was a week before Easter, so it MIGHT be held (Check with them!) on Saturday, April 1, 2023  from 9 am to 11:30 am. Enjoy a wonderful opportunity for family fun and entertainment at our Annual Easter Egg Hunt. (UP TO 4th grade, 9 years old). Enjoy a wonderful opportunity for family fun and entertainment at our Annual Easter Egg Hunt. The Eggstravaganza will include games, pictures with the Easter Bunny and of course, the exciting egg hunt. A special childrens performance will proceed the hunt. Please remember to bring your baskets!
  • Christ Church Lake Forest, Crossroads and Vernon Hills - Easter egg hunt,
    100 N Waukegan Rd, Lake Forest, IL, 60045. Phone: (847) 234-1001. Email: info@christchurchil.org. Event date and time: Saturday, April 1, 2023 from 11 am to 1 pm. It’s time for our annual family Easter Egg Hunt! Our Lake Forest and Highland Park campuses are joining forces for one of our favorite events of the year, and we can’t wait for you to join us! Fun for the whole family, we’ll be hunting for eggs come rain or shine!  It’s time for our annual family Easter Egg Hunt! This is one of our favorite events of the year and we can’t wait for you to join us! Fun for the whole family, we’ll be hunting for eggs come rain or shine! Each campus will be hosting an egg hunt on the same day, at the same time! Check below for info on the campus near you!
    Crossroads: at the Crossroads campus (1350 IL-137, Grayslake, IL 60030)
    Lake Forest & Highland Park: at the Lake Forest campus (100 N. Waukegan Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045)
    Vernon Hills: at Hartmann Park (292 Oakwood Rd, Vernon Hills, IL 60061)
  • Fox Lake Lake Front Park Egg-Citing Egg Hunt and Luncheon - Easter egg hunt and Bunny Breakfast
    Lake Front Park, 71 Nippersink Blvd., Fox Lake, IL 60020. Phone: 847-587-3944. Event date and time: Saturday, April 1, 2023 from 8 am to 11 am with the Egg Hunt starting at 10 am. The Bunny Breakfast hosted by the Fox Lake Lions Club will serve pancakes, sausage links, coffee, milk and juice.  Egg Hunt at 10:00 a.m. for Ages 1 to 10. FREE for all participants
    Bunny Breakfast hosted by the Fox Lake Lions Club - 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Will include pancakes, eggs, sausage, coffee, juice & milk. 2023 Cost: $10 per person / $5 ages 4-10 / Free for ages 3 & under with paying adult.For questions or more information please call (224) 225-1404.Don’t forget to bring your camera for photos with the Easter Bunny!
  • Lake Zurich Paulus Park - Easter egg hunt
    Paulus Park, 200 S. Rand Road, Lake Zurich, IL 60047. Event date and time: Saturday, April 1, 2023 at 12 pm. Free for ages 2-10 with adult present. Calling all kids ages 2 to 10. Get ready, get set, and GO for our annual Egg Hunt. The Bunny plans to hide surprises in designated areas. Each group will go into their area to hunt for their eggs. The hunt begins promptly at 12 pm (rain or shine).
  • Lake Zurich Retired Firefighters Association Hall Breakfast with Bunny & Egg Hunt - Breakfast with the Bunny
    77 South Old Rand Road, Lake Zurich, IL. Phone: 847-438-5141. Event date and time: When we checked last, there was no update for 2023 yet on their website - so CHECK IT AGAIN YOURSELF, it may or may not be held in 2023, if they DO hold it, based on past years, it would likely be on Saturday a week before Easter Sunday from 8 am to 11am. It looks like 2019 was the last year they held it.  Eggs-travaganza this year with our returning Breakfast with the Bunny event. Before the annual egg hunt (see the next listing below), hop on over to the Bunny Hutch for a scrumptious meal (buffet while supplies last) and a visit by the bunny himself! There will also be photo opportunities with the bunny so be sure to bring a camera.
  • Lake Zurich Breezewald Park Easter Egg Hunt - Easter egg hunt
    Breezewald Park, Lake Zurich, IL. Phone: 847-438-5141. Event date and time: When we checked last, there was no update for 2023 yet on their website - so CHECK IT AGAIN YOURSELF, it may or may not be held in 2023, if they DO hold it, based on past years, it would likely be on Saturday a week before Easter Sunday 11:30am-12:30pm. F
  • Long Grove, IL - Easter Egg Hunt
    Brother's Field, 342 Old McHenry Road, Long Grove, IL 60047. Phone: 847-634-0888. Event date and time: Saturday, April 1, 2023 from 11 am to 3 pm. Free Admission. The Historic Downtown Long Grove Business Association is pleased to announce that the spring tradition of egg hunting is back! This year, families will HOP from station to station through the Egg Hunt experience area located behind Fred Astaire Dance Studio (342 Old McHenry Road). Check out all of the exciting things planned for this FREE event! More details will be added as we receive confirmation.  Plenty of filled eggs (Bring your own basket) Picture opportunities with the Easter Bunny. DJ- Live on site. Horses provided by the Foundation Farm. Balloon artist from 12-3pm.
  • Shiloh Park Annual Easter Egg Hunt - Easter egg hunt
    Shiloh Park, 27th Street Side, Zion, IL 60099 . Phone: 847.746.5500. Event date and time: Saturday, April 8, 2023, from 9am to 10am, Rain or Shine. The Easter Bunny will be busy hiding 10,000 eggs with fun toys and candy inside. He’ll be there in person to watch your little ones, age 8 and younger, gather them up. Look for signs in the park that mark the age group areas. Lucky finders of 4 golden eggs will receive new bicycles! No bags or baskets allowed. We appreciate the community support over the last 60 years from local businesses in Zion. Time: 9:00am - Don’t Be Late! This is their 64th year!
  • The Orchard Evangelical Free Church - Deerpath - Easter egg hunt, Easter Festival, Online preregistration is recommended, Childrens crafts, Games, Held indoors in bad weather, FREE event, Other activities, restrooms, concession stand (drinks, snacks and/or food), Hand sanitizer and/or hand washing stations are provided
    Deerpath Park, 299 Onwentsia Rd, Vernon Hills, IL 60061. Phone: (847) 852-2200. Email: rprice@theorchardefc.org. Event date and time: Saturday, April 15, 2023, from 9 am to 11 am. Click here for online registration Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Payment: FREE. Deerpath Egg Dash Due to weather conditions, this event has been rescheduled from April 1 to April 15. This will be a great opportunity for us to shine a light for the Gospel into the community and meet many of our neighbors who might not otherwise come through our doors. Join us in outreach by registering your child(ren) to participate in the Egg Dash or signing up to volunteer at the Egg Hunt as a face painter, balloon maker, or egg hider.
    Egg Dash cost: $5 resident | $7 non-resident.
  • The Orchard Evangelical Free Church - Barrington - Easter egg hunt, Easter Festival, Online preregistration is recommended, Childrens crafts, Games, Children's music and storytelling, Held indoors in bad weather, FREE event, Bring a basket to collect the eggs, Other activities, restrooms, concession stand (drinks, snacks and/or food), Hand sanitizer and/or hand washing stations are provided
    1301 S Grove Avenue, Barrington, IL 60010. Phone: (847) 852-2204. Email: rprice@theorchardefc.org. Event date and time: Saturday, April 1, 2023, from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.. Click here for online registration Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Payment: FREE. The Easter Eggstravaganza is a fun family event with 7 egg hunts including one specifically for parents and toddlers as well as one for children with special needs. This event also includes free snacks, crafts, games, and chances to win additional prizes. Registration is recommended but not required. . (UPDATED: March 02, 2023)
  • Wauconda Cook Park Annual Egg Hunt - Easter Egg Hunt
    Cook Park, Community Center, 600 North Main Street, Wauconda, IL 6008. Phone: 847-526-3610. Event date and time: Saturday, April 1, 2023 from 9 am. For ages 3-10 years old. Calling all kids! Get set for a great time at our popular egg hunt in Cook Park. Grab your basket, friends and family and hunt for all the eggs and treats you can find. A special appearance by Mr. Bunny will also be part of the fun. Bring your camera for those special pictures with the bunny. Note: No parents will be allowed on the course for the 4-6 or 7-10 year old age groups. Remember this is a fun event for the kids. No registration required. Free.
  • Waukeegan Easter Egg Hunt - Easter egg hunt
    Corrine J. Rose Park, 412 South Lewis Avenue, Waukegan, IL. Phone: (847) 360-4734. Event date and time: Saturday, April 8, 2023 from 9 am to 11 am. Eggstravaganza Trail , Waukegan Park District's Easter celebration, will be at Belvidere Park for ages 2-8. Here you can meet the Easter Bunny and friends. There will be food vendors. Be sure to bring your camera and Easter basket to collect your goodies. Eggs are available while supplies last.
  • Westfield Hawthorn Mall Annual Easter Eggstravaganz - Easter bunny photos
    Westfield Hawthorn Mall - Macys' Court, 122 Hawthorn Center, Vernon Hills, IL 60061. Phone: 847-362-2600. Event date and time: Mulitple dates, see their website. Hop on over to Hawthorn to visit the Easter Bunny for family photos from 3 weeks before Easter through Saturday before Easter Sunday.
    Monday through Friday* 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
    Saturday 11:00 AM – 8:00PM
    Sunday 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM

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  • The Bettendorf Castle - Easter egg hunt
    418 Concord Avenue, Fox River Grove, IL 60021. Phone: 847-639-8280. Event date and time: Saturday, April 8, 2023 at 10am and 2 pm. Last year's prices were Children 11 yrs. and Under $45, Attendees 12 yrs. and Older $35; *Children 12 yrs. and older may attend but will not be permitted to participate in the Egg Hunts and will not receive a complimentary T-shirt. What’s Included in Your Ticket Price?
    Transportation from the Stonehill Shopping Center to The Bettendorf Castle
    Meet & Greet with 2 Princesses from Fairytale Celebrations
    Balloons by Andrew from Kidz magic
    Visit with Soul Harbor Ranch Therapy Mini Horses
    Complimentary Light Refreshments
    Two Egg Hunts on the Bettendorf Castle grounds
    Visit with the Easter Bunny
    Transportation from the Bettendorf Castle back to the Stonehill Shopping Center
    Tickets go on sale Sunday, February 17th at 10am. Stay tuned for the link to purchase tickets!
  • Fox River Grove Jaycees - Easter egg hunt
    Lions Park, 747 South River Road, Fox River Grove, IL 60021. Event date and time: Saturday, April 1, 2023  from 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm.
  • Village of Lake in the Hills - Easter trail, Photos with the Easter Bunny, FREE event, Bring a basket to collect the eggs, Other activities, restrooms, Face masks must be worn at all times and places, Hand sanitizer and/or hand washing stations are provided, Reservations are required, Make reservations online
    600 Harvest Gate,600 Harvest Gate, Lake in the Hills, IL 60156. Phone: (847) 960-7400. Email: recreation@lith.org. Event date and time: Saturday, April 8, 2023, from 10 am to 12 pm. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Payment: FREE. Fun riddles, jokes, and photo ops along the path. Eggs will be given out along the path. The event takes place rain or shine. Click here for our Facebook page. (UPDATED: February 24, 2021)

Will County

  • CEF Three Rivers Chapter - Church service followed by Easter egg hunt, Online preregistration is required, Children's music and storytelling, Held indoors in bad weather, FREE event, Bring a basket to collect the eggs, Other activities, restrooms, Hand sanitizer and/or hand washing stations are provided, Make reservations online
    305 Channahon Street , Shorewood, IL 60404. Phone: (815) 741-0366. Email: office@cef-will.org. Event date and time: Saturday, April 8, 2023, from 10:30 - 11:15am. Then 11:30 - 12:15pm then 1:15 - 1:45pm . Click here for online registration Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Payment: FREE. CEF proudly announces our annual Easter Egg Hunt. Join us rain or shine on Saturday. This event is for kids ages 4-13 years old. Pre registration is required. There are three time slots for our event: 10:30am, 11:30am, and 1:15pm. There will be prizes, a Gospel presentation, a candy count, and of course the Egg Hunt. Plus while supplies last, we will be presenting each child ages 4-13 in attendance with a coupon for a free Wendy's Frosty. Space is limited. Register today at https://cef3rivers.org/easter-egg-hunt-2/ . (ADDED: March 13, 2023)
  • Child Evangelism Child Evangelism Fellowship of IL, Inc: Three Rivers Chapter - Easter egg hunt, Online preregistration is required, Children's music and storytelling, Cancelled in bad weather, FREE event, Bring a basket to collect the eggs, Hand sanitizer and/or hand washing stations are provided, Reservations are required
    305 Channahon St, Shorewood, IL, IL 60404. Phone: (815) 741-0366. Email: office@cef-will.org. Event date and time: Saturday, April 8, 2023, multiple events, from 10:30am, 11:30am, 1:15pm for children ages 5 to 12 years old.. Click here for online registration Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Payment: FREE. Thank you for your interest in our Easter Egg Hunt. All children ages 5- 12 are welcome. Parents are encouraged to attend and stay with their child. There will be lots of fun, including an egg hunt with loads of candy, a jelly bean count contest, a Bible lesson, and more! CEF is located at 305 Channahon Street in Shorewood- just west or the 1-55 Junction and Jefferson Street (Route 52) Details: This event will be held outdoors. Face masks are recommended You must register your children for one of three time slots 11:00am 1:00pm 3:00pm Each group will be limited to 25 people. To reserve your child(ren's) place you must complete the registration below Since space is limited, you will be asked to rank the times that you would like to reserve from 1 to 3 with 1 being your first choice. When we receive your completed registration form we will send you an email confirmation of your registration with the time you will be attending. Please note we will do our best to match you up with your first choice of time slot. For your child's safety, only children with permission from parents may attend. Also, teachers in our clubs have been screened according to the Child Protection Policy of Child Evangelism Fellowship. Children may invite friends by using the link on our website. This event is hosted by the CEF of Three Rivers Chapter staff and volunteers. (UPDATED: March 08, 2022)
    A visitor writes on March 06, 2012:has been a tradition for families in this area since 2004. Make plans to join us."
  • First Assembly of God Joliet - Easter egg hunts for children, Easter egg hunts for all ages (includes adults), Easter Train Ride, The Easter bunny will make an appearance, Visits and photos with the Easter Rabbit, FREE admission, Children's crafts, Vendors, Other activities for children, Baskets are provided, Farm animals are present, concessions or refreshment stand, porta-potties, picnic area, face painting, inflatables or bounce house, pony rides, petting zoo
    1741 Essington Road, Joliet, IL 60435. Phone: 815-436-8200. Email: dfeltman@firstassemblyjoliet.org. Event date and time: Easter Sunday, April 9, 2023. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Free - no payments needed for anything. Click here for our Facebook page. For Our KIDS: Super Hero Sunday! This Easter our Kids Easter Egg Hunt features 20,000 eggs for ages preschool – 5th Grade! We also have something special for our nursery-age babies and toddlers. Come enjoy bounce houses, superheroes, and join the celebration of Victory in Jesus at either of our worship experiences @ 9 or 10:30 am!
  • Our Savior Lutheran Church - Easter egg hunts for children, Easter egg hunts for infant, Easter egg hunts for toddlers, FREE admission, Children's crafts, Children's music and storytelling, Other activities for children, Bring a basket to collect the eggs, concessions or refreshment stand, restrooms
    1910 Black Road, Joliet, IL 60435. Phone: 815-725-1606. Email: oursaviorjoliet@gmail.com. Event date and time: When we checked last, there was no update for 2023 yet on their website - so CHECK IT AGAIN YOURSELF, it may or may not be held in 2023, if they DO hold it, based on past years, it would likely be on Saturday a week before Easter Sunday at 11 am. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Free - no payments needed for anything. Click here for our Facebook page. All attendees MUST register at http://www.oursaviorlutheranchurch.com/events-2/. Donations are appreciated! This year registration is required on our website and is limited to the first 50 families. We will have Easter stories, music, crafts, games, coloring and raffles. Snacks and drinks provided free following the hunt. Age groups are 0-2, 3-5, & 6+. Please bring your own basket.

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