Easter Events Chicago area 2016

Easter Egg Hunts and Events

Boone County

Cook County

• Bunny Rock, also called the Bunny Dash 5k - Easter egg hunt
  Montrose Harbor 2430 North Cannon Dr, Chicago, IL 60614. Phone: 847-829-4536. Email: dsnare@adrenalinesportsmanagement.com. Event date and time: Saturday, March 26, 2016 at 9:00 AM. There will be over 3000 eggs. All Kid’s Egg Hunt participants will receive a race bib and egg basket. Egg Hunt will have over 3000 eggs and every kid is guaranteed to get eggs! NEW: This year’s egg hunt will have 4 waves based on age. Ages 2-3, 4-5, 6-7 and 8-10. Huge live petting zoo with over 20 animals that include ducks, goats, lambs, donkeys, and more!Annual Bunny Rock Chicago 5K and Egg Hunt. This festive race is sure to bring lots of excitement and entertainment with 80’s rock music being played at the start and finish line, amazing amenities, and an overall fun, spring-filled 5k! Here’s What You Get: All 5K race participants will receive bunny ears, neon sunglasses, a dri-fit unisex t-shirt, and NEW FOR 2016 – A FINISHER MEDAL! . Ages: 2-8 Years Old Restrooms: Yes Price: $10.00 Includes Basket, Eggs, and Bib Register. Easter Bunny: Yes + Photos Other Activities: 5k Run and Walk at 9:00 am. (UPDATED: March 08, 2016, JBS) (UPDATED: March 10, 2015, JBS) (UPDATED: April 07, 2014, from their website) (ADDED: January 12, 2011, suggested by a visitor)
• Camp K9 - Egg Hunt for Dog, There is an admission fee, Bring a basket to collect the eggs!,
  18501 Leclaire Ave, Country Club Hills,, IL 60478. Phone: 708-798-4473. Event date and time: March 19, 2016 from 11 am to 1 pm; Registration is from 11 am to 11:15 am, Pictures from 11:15 am to 12:15, the Egg Hunt starts at 12:30 pm (sharp). Open: Click here for current open hours, days and dates. Directions: Camp K9 is located at 18501 S Leclaire Avenue in Country Club Hills. Leclaire Avenue is a dead end and reached from 183rd only. We are about 5 blocks west of Cicero Avenue. Payment: Cash, only. Click here for our Facebook page. This easter egg hunt is for dogs. Egg Hunt for Dogs (dog friendly dogs only; leashes required) $5 registration fee (pics included w/fee) March 19th 2016 11 am to 1 pm. (ADDED: January 28, 2016)
• Chicago Botanic Garden  - Easter egg hunt, Easter Egg Brunch
  1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL 60022. Phone: (847) 835-5440. Event date and time: Easter Brunch
  Based on last year's date, it SHOULD be held on Easter Sunday, March 27, 2016 Seatings at 9 a.m., 10 a.m., 11 a.m., noon, and 1 p.m. in Nichols Hall, Regenstein Center. Admission to the Garden is free. Parking rates apply. Enjoy brunch and an Easter egg hunt at the Garden, and spend the rest of the day viewing all that spring has to offer. Adults: $35/$40, Children (3-12 yrs): $25/$30, Children (2 and under): free. Members pay the lower price listed. Price includes parking, taxes, and gratuity. Celebrate spring and enjoy a festive Easter brunch at the Garden. Bring a basket and hop to the Krasberg Rose Garden after brunch, and join in the Easter egg hunt before taking 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. (UPDATED: March 08, 2016, JBS) (ADDED: March 10, 2015, JBS)
• Chicago area Parks District Easter Egg Hunts - Easter egg hunt
  McKinley Park, 2210 W. Pershing Rd. Chicago, IL 60609. Phone: (312) 747-6527. Event date and time: Call to find out IF they are having it this year; we cannot find any current information about this event, last year it was the Saturday right before Easter from 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM. Fee: Free. There are many, many Easter egg hunts in the Chicago area sponsored by the Chicago Park District.  McKinley Park is only one example.  See this page for the park's full list (or this page and search for Easter egg if the first link doesn't work).
  These are some of the events you will find on that page:
  Friday, March 18, 2016
  Pool Egg Hunt at Sheridan - 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
  Flashlight Egg Hunt at Sheridan - 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
  Saturday, March 19, 2016
  Egg Hunt at Sheridan - 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  Egg Hunt at Mayfair - 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  Egg Hunt at Senior Citizens Memorial - 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
  Spring Festival at Taylor-Lauridsen - 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
  Lunch with the Bunny at Hale - 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
  Egg Hunt at Sherwood - 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
  Lunch with the Bunny at White (Willye B.) - 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  Monday, March 21, 2016
  Eggstravaganza at Olympia - 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
  Eggstravaganza at Olympia - 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
  Eggstravaganza at Olympia - 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  Wednesday, March 23, 2016
  Bunny Bonanza at Welles - 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
  Bunny Bonanza at Welles - 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  Thursday, March 24, 2016
  Egg Hunt at Maggie Daley - 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  Brunch With The Bunny at Merrimac - 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  Spring Festival at Altgeld - 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  Friday, March 25, 2016
  Egg Extravaganza at Paschen Park - 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  Egg Hunt at Kells - 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  Saturday, March 26, 2016
  Mr. Hippity Hop at Berger - 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
  Egg Hunt at McKinley - 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
  Family Egg Hunt at Skinner - 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
  Mr. Hippity Hop at Berger - 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
  Egg Hunt at Armour Square - 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  Mr. Hippity Hop at Loyola - 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  Lunch with the Bunny at Horner - 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
  Egg Hunt at McKinley - 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  Egg Hunt at Smith - 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
  Mr. Hippity Hop at Berger - 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
  Egg Hunt at Clarendon - 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
  Eggstravanganza at Hamilton - 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  Egg Hunt at Palmer - 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
  Eggstravanganza at Brainerd - 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
  Doggie Egg Hunt at Horner - 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  Eggstravanganza at Hamilton - 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
  Eggstravanganza at Hamilton - 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  (UPDATED: March 10, 2015, JBS) (UPDATED: April 07, 2014, from their website)
• Christ Lutheran Church - Easter egg hunts for children, Easter egg hunts for infant, Easter egg hunts for toddlers, Held indoors in bad weather, FREE admission, Children's crafts, Bring a basket to collect the eggs!, restrooms
  41 South Rohlwing Road, Palatine, IL 60074. Phone: 847-358-4600. Email: christlutheranpalatine@gmail.com. Event date and time: Saturday, March 19, 2016 at 11:00 am. Directions: Christ Lutheran Church 41 South Rohlwing Road, Palatine, IL 60074. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Free - no payments needed for anything. Bring the kids and join us for some Easter fun! Enjoy a FREE old-fashioned egg hunt for kids ages 0-10. Bring your own basket. Children must be accompanied by an adult. The event will be held rain or shine! Free coffee for adults and crafts for the kids!. (UPDATED: February 12, 2016) Notes: Click here for our Facebook page.  (ADDED: February 26, 2015)
• Destination 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,
  Interamerican Magnet School, 851 W Waveland Ave, Chicago, IL. Phone: 773-789-7071. Email: admin@destinationchurch.org. Event date and time: Easter Based on last year's date, it SHOULD be held on Easter Sunday, March 27, 2016 - but be sure to check on their website or call them first as we haven't received an update from them; . Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Everything is free! Entrance is through the parking lot on Fremont. Egg hunts are separated by age group. See the table below to find out when your child's hunts are happening. Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the hunt. Other things: An Easter service is being held at the same location (indoors) at 10:30am. Join us for that if you can make it! There will also be lunch indoors at 12:15pm, which any Easter Egg Hunt families are welcome to join.
  Age Group 1st Hunt 2nd Hunt
  Ages 0-1 1:00pm 2:00pm
  Ages 2-3 1:10pm 2:10pm
  Ages 4-5 1:20pm 2:20pm
  Ages 6-7 1:30pm 2:30pm
  Ages 8-9 1:40pm 2:40pm
  Ages 10-12 1:50pm 2:50pm
  This Easter, plan in some extra family fun with a FREE Easter Egg Hunt! Your kids will hunt for eggs full of their favorite kinds of candy, and they'll have fun with a variety of crafts and other fun, including face painting and a moonwalk. What more could you want in making their Easter extra special? Plus, did we mention that it's FREE? Here are the details. (UPDATED: March 10, 2015, JBS)  (ADDED: March 15, 2014)
• Easter Bunny at Kooky - The Easter bunny will make an appearance, Visits and photos with the Easter Rabbit, FREE admission,
  Kooky Kids At The Shops At Northbridge 520 N Michigan Ave 3F, Chicago, IL 60611. Phone: 3125270552. Fax: 3127945230. Email: kookyshop@yahoo.com. Event date and time: Call to find out IF they are having it this year; we cannot find any current information about this event, last year it was on a number of days before Easter. Directions: Kooky is at the 3rd floor of the Shops at Northbridge 520 N Michigan Avenue Chicago IL 60611. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, only. Notes: Click here for our Facebook page. (ADDED: March 19, 2014)
• The Orchard Evangelical Free Church - Easter EGGstravaganza - Easter egg hunts for children, Easter egg hunts for infant, Easter egg hunts for toddlers, Held indoors in bad weather, FREE admission, Children's crafts, Children's music and storytelling, Other activities for children, Bring a basket to collect the eggs!, Farm animals are present, restrooms, petting zoo
  1330 North Douglas Avenue, Arlington Heights, IL 60004. Phone: 224-764-4031. Email: theorchard@theorchardefc.org. Event date and time: Saturday, March 26, 2016 from 9 am to 11 am. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Free - no payments needed for anything. Click here for our Facebook page. Egg Hunt Times: 9:30 a.m. - 1-4 year olds 10 a.m. - K-2nd Grade 10:30 a.m. - 3rd-5th Grade. (UPDATED: February 26, 2016) (ADDED: March 25, 2015, JBS)
• The Shops at Roosevelt Collection - Easter egg hunts for children, Easter egg hunts for toddlers, The Easter bunny will make an appearance, Visits and photos with the Easter Rabbit, FREE admission, Children's crafts, Vendors, Bring a basket to collect the eggs!, gift shop, concessions / refreshment stand, restrooms, face painting
  150 W. Roosevelt Road, Chicago, IL 60605. Phone: 847-926-4300. Email: info@rooseveltcollection.com. Event date and time: Saturday, March 19 10am to 2pm Egg Hunt: 10 am Hour - long Egg Hunt for Children with Special Needs 11 am Egg Hunt for Toddlers 11:30 am Egg Hunt for Children Ages 5 and Up Store - to - Store Candy Hop: 10am to 2pm, while supplies last Arts and Crafts Tent: Free photos with the Easter Bunny, face painting, coloring, and gift card prizes. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Debit cards, Visa/MasterCard, Discover, AmEx. Click here for our Facebook page. Free parking for 90 minutes with store validation. 10 a.m. Hour-long Egg Hunt for Children with Special Needs 11 a.m. Egg Hunt for Toddlers 11:30 a.m. Egg Hunt for Children Ages 5 & Up. (ADDED: March 04, 2016)
• 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 N. Rand Road, Palatine, IL 60074. Phone: 847-524-9590. Alternate Phone: 847-727-2180. Email: Wolffsflea@aol.com. Event date and time: Sunday, March 20, 2016. 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. (UPDATED: February 27, 2016) (UPDATED: April 01, 2014) (UPDATED: March 19, 2013, from their website) (ADDED: April 18, 2011, suggested by a visitor)
  A visitor writes on April 18, 2011: "Any day at Wolff's flea market is fun for the whole family!"

DeKalb County

DuPage County

• Bartlett Gazebo Park Easter Eggstravaganza - Easter egg hunts for children,
  102 North Eastern, Bartlett, IL 60103. Event date and time: Saturday, March 26, 2016 from 10 AM - 1:30 PM. FREE event. Open to the public. Egg Hunts by age, music, bounce-houses, face-painting, and more! (ADDED: March 08, 2016, JBS)
• 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: Saturday, March 19, 2016 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. (UPDATED: March 09, 2016, JBS) (UPDATED: March 10, 2015, JBS) (ADDED: March 31, 2014)
• The Great Easter Egg Drop at SciTech Museum! - Children's activities
  1818 W. Benton St., Aurora, IL 60506. Phone: 630-859-3434. Email: info@sctich.museum. Event date and time: It looks like they are not having this event this year! Can your egg survive a 15 ft. drop from our Mezzanine? All you need is a little imagination and a strong protective casing for your egg to survive the drop! This is a great family building activity! All materials will be provided to build your engineering masterpiece. If your egg survives you can take it home to show off to all of your friends and family.   (UPDATED: April 07, 2014, from their website)   (Suggested by a visitor, ADDED:  25, 2011)
• Harvard Avenue Easter Egg Hunt - Easter egg hunts for children, FREE admission, Bring a basket to collect the eggs!, Farm animals are present,
  206 W. Street Charles Road, Villa Park, IL 60181. Phone: 630-834-2650. Email: office@harvardavenue.org. Event date and time: Multiple dates, check with their website. Directions: Saint Charles Road between Addison and Ardmore Avenue On the corner of Saint Charles Road and Harvard Avenue. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, only. Notes: Click here for our Facebook page. This a great family event. Don't miss out on our self guided maze with various rooms, each highlighting different events of the hours before the crucifixion. There will be 12 separate rooms to reflect and experience the death of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Each room is interactive with activities such as pound a nail into wood, "hang on a cross, see your sins disappear, and more. The Easter Egg Hunt is only on one date. (ADDED: March 20, 2013)

Ford County

Grundy County

Iroquois County

Kane County

• Three Fires Council, Boy Scouts of America - Easter egg hunts for adults (only), Flashlight Easter egg hunt, There is an admission fee,
  Boy Scout Camp Big Timber, 37W955 Big Timber Road, Elgin , IL 60124. Phone: 630-584-9250. Alternate Phone: 847-687-4168. Fax: 630-584-8598. Email: JoinTFC@scouting.org. Event date and time: 8 am to 10 pm, Friday, March 27 and Saturday, March 28. 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. Entry fee: $10 per person. First prize each night is a flat screen TV. (ADDED: February 23, 2015)

Kankakee County

Kendall County

Lake County

• Antioch's Annual Eggcellent Easter Adventure & Parade - Easter egg hunt, Easter parade
  Downtown Antioch, Main Street and Hunt at Williams Park, Antioch, IL 60002. Phone: 847-395-2160. Email: parks@antioch.il.gov. Event date and time: Saturday, March 26, 2016 at 10:30 am. The Eggcellent Easter Adventure is a two-part event that features a parade and an egg hunt. The parade will start at 10:30 AM in downtown Antioch beginning on Main Street (Route 83) at Park Avenue heading north to Williams Street. Immediately following the parade (approximately 11:00 am) the Easter Egg hunt will begin in Williams Park for children ages 1-10. 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 Friday, March 18, 2016. The week of the event the ticket price is $5 per wristband. The wristband guarantees your spot in the hunt and each child will receive 10 eggs and have a chance to win one of 3 special Easter Baskets created for each age group. The age groups are divided as follows: 1 & 2 year olds, 3 & 4 year olds, 5-7 year olds and 8-10 year olds.  Registration is open now! THERE WILL BE NO REGISTRATION THE DAY OF THE EVENT!!!! Limit 700 children. The Easter Bunny will be on hand to greet the children at the parade and available for pictures at the actual egg hunt.(UPDATED: March 09, 2016, JBS)
• Antioch's Annual Flashlight Eggstravaganza - Flashlight Egg hunt
  Centennial Park, Antioch, IL 60002. Phone: 847-395-2160. Email: parks@antioch.il.gov. Event date and time: Thursday, March 24, 2016 at 7:45 pm. The Antioch Parks and Recreation department is again sponsoring the 2nd Annual Flashlight Eggstravaganza! This event is for kids ages 11-15 and requires participants to bring flashlights to look for eggs once the sun has set on Antioch. Participants are required to pre-register as space is limited. Each participant has a limit of 10 eggs per wristband and each wristband cost $5.00. The event takes place at Centennial Park. Wristbands can be purchased at the Parks & Recreation Office (806 Holbek). (UPDATED: March 09, 2016, JBS) (ADDED: April 11, 2014, from their website)
• Belvidere Flashlight Easter Egg Hunt - Flashlight Easter egg hunt
  Rivers Edge Recreation Center, 1151 W. Locust Street, Belvidere, IL 61008. Phone: 815-547-9557. . Event date and time: Friday, March 18, 2016 from 8:30 pm to 10:30 pm. at the River's Edge Recreation Center. (UPDATED: March 16, 2014, from their website) (ADDED: April 13, 2011, suggested by a visitor) 
• Deerpath Community Park Easter Egg Hunt and Magic Show - Easter egg hunt
  Deerpath Community Park, 400 Hastings Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045. Phone: 847-810-3941. Event date and time: Saturday, March 19, 2016 from 9:30am-11:30am. Enjoy a wonderful opportunity for family fun and entertainment at our Annual Easter Egg Hunt. (UP TO 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!
  9:30am - 10:15am - Musical Entertainment in the gymnasium for everyone
  10:15am - 11:00am - Games, crafts, balloon art, pictures with the bunny
  11:00 - 11:10 - Gather for the Egg Hunt
  11:10 - Egg Hunt. (UPDATED: March 09, 2016, JBS) (UPDATED: March 10, 2015, JBS) (ADDED: April 11, 2014, from their website)
• Lake County Fairgrounds Annual Easter Egg Hunt - Easter egg hunt
  Lake County Fairgrounds, 1060 E. Peterson Road, Grayslake, IL 60030. Phone: 847-223-7878. Event date and time: Saturday, March 26, 2016 from 11:30am to 1 pm. Children ages 1 - 9 are all welcome to attend this annual Easter Egg Hunt. Over 10,000 eggs and 300 prizes available. Children will be divided into 3 age categories. The Easter Bunny will be available before and after the hunt, so bring the camera. Hunt starts at 11:30am sharp, please allow time to park and get to the starting line. This is a free event, but please bring a non-perishable food product for the local pantry. (UPDATED: March 09, 2016, JBS) (ADDED: April 11, 2014, from their website)
• Fox Lake Lake Front Park Egg-Citing Egg Hunt and Luncheon - Easter egg hunt
  Lake Front Park, 71 Nippersink Blvd., Fox Lake, IL 60020. Phone: 847.587.3944 . Event date and time: Saturday, March 19, 2016 from 10am-1pm. Come join us! Rain, Snow or Shine! Bring your whole family for a fun morning with the kids! Join us for the Egg Hunt and have lunch with the Easter Bunny. Bunny photos are available for purchase. The Egg Hunt for children up to the age of 10 is FREE and will begin at 10:30am The Bunny Luncheon will be served from 10am -1pm Cost: $4.00 child/adult $3.00 bunny photos Includes a special treat bag from the bunny Free Egg Hunt Times: 10:30 - 2 & under 10:45 - ages 3-5 11:00 - ages 6-8 11:15 – ages 9 & 10 Sponsored by the Village of Fox Lake and The Fox Lake Area Chamber of Commerce. For more information: Contact Amy/Village at (847) 587-3944 or Linnea/Chamber at (847) 587-7474.. (UPDATED: March 08, 2016, JBS) (UPDATED: March 10, 2015, JBS) (ADDED: April 11, 2014, from their website)
• Lake Zurich Retired Firefighters Association Hall Easter Egg Hunt and Breakfast with Bunny & Egg Hunt - Easter egg hunt, Breakfast with the Bunny
  77 S. Old Rand Road, Lake Zurich, IL. Event date and time: Saturday, March 19, 2016 from 8-11am. Cost: $5 – Youth Ages, $7 – Adult. It's going to be an Eggs-travaganza this year with our returning Breakfast with the Easter Bunny event. Before the annual egg hunt, hop on over to the Bunny Hutch (Lake Zurich Retired Firefighters Association Hall) 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. (UPDATED: March 08, 2016, JBS)
• Lake Zurich's Easter Egg Hunt - Easter egg hunt, BOUNCY HOUSES, CRAFTS, GAMES
  Lions Park, 31 E. Main Street, Lake Zurich, IL 60047. Phone: 847-538-5146. Event date and time: Monday, March 19, 2016 from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm. Calling all kids ages 2 to 10! Get ready,get set, and GO for our annual Easter Egg Hunt. The Easter 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 p.m. rain or shine.There will also be a flashlight egg hunt at 7:45 PM - 9:30 PM at Paulus Park, 200 S Rand Rd Lake Zurich, IL 60047. (UPDATED: March 08, 2016, JBS) (UPDATED: March 10, 2015, JBS) (ADDED: April 11, 2014, from their website)
• Rink Side Easter Egg Hunt - Easter egg hunt
  Rink Side Family Entertainment Center, 6152 W. Grand Ave., Gurnee, IL 60031. Phone: 847-856-1064. Event date and time: Sunday April 20, 2014, at 11:30am. Children ages 2-12 come out Easter Sunday for a free Easter Egg Hunt. The hunt is free and starts promptly at 11:30am.  (ADDED: April 11, 2014, from their website)
• 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, March 26, 2016 from 9am-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. Rain or Shine, Time: 9:00 am – Don’t be late!. (UPDATED: March 08, 2016, JBS) (UPDATED: March 10, 2015, JBS) (ADDED: April 11, 2014, from their website)
• Wauconda Cook Park Annual Egg Hunt  - Easter Egg Hunt
  Cook Park, Community Center, 600 N. Main Street, Wauconda, IL 60084. Phone: 847-526-3610.  Event date and time: Saturday, March 19, 2016 for 3 years and under – 9:30 am; 4-6 years – 9:45 am; 7-10 years – 10:00 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.  (ADDED: April 11, 2014, from their website)
• Waukeegan Easter Egg Hunt - Easter egg hunt
  Belvidere Park, 412 South Lewis Avenue, Waukegan, IL. Phone:  (847) 360-4734. Event date and time: Saturday, March 26, 2016 from 2-3pm.  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. (UPDATED: March 08, 2016, JBS) (UPDATED: March 10, 2015, JBS) (UPDATED: April 07, 2014, from their website)
• Westfield Hawthorn Mall Annual Easter Eggstravaganz - Easter egg hunt
  Westfield Hawthorn Mall - Macys' Court, 122 Hawthorn Center, Vernon Hills, IL 60061. Phone: 847-362-2600. Event date and time: Saturday, March 26, 2016 at 11am. Enjoy family entertainment featuring Mary Macaroni, face painting, balloon artists an Easter Petting Zoo and a special appearance by the Easter Bunny! Plus, there will be an Easter Egg Hunt starting promptly at 9am. Please keep checking back for more details on the egg hunt including age groups and locations. The Easter Eggstravaganza is free for WFamily Members, but tickets are required. Tickets will be available in the Mall Office. The Westfield Mall Office is located on the lower level near JCPenney, by the family restrooms. Space is limited, so don’t delay! Free. (UPDATED: March 08, 2016, JBS) (ADDED: April 11, 2014, from their website)

LaSalle County
Livingston County
Marshall County
McHenry County

• Cal Elite Kids - Easter egg hunts for children, Easter egg hunts for infant, Easter egg hunts for toddlers, Visits and photos with the Easter Rabbit, Held indoors in bad weather, There is an admission fee, Children's crafts, Other activities for children, Bring a basket to collect the eggs!, concessions / refreshment stand, restrooms, face painting, inflatables/bounce house, birthday parties
  825 Munshaw Lane Ste B, Crystal Lake, IL 60014. Phone: 815-451-9600. Email: infocl@elitekidsusa.com. Event date and time: March 24, 2016 12:30 to 1:30pm. Open: Click here for current open hours, days and dates. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check, Debit cards, Visa/MasterCard, Discover. Click here for our Facebook page. $10/members in advance $12/non-members in advance $12/members day of event $14/non-members day of event open gym is provided, face painting, activities, games ,and more!. (ADDED: March 02, 2016)

Will County

• Child Evangelism Fellowship of IL,Inc: Three Rivers Chapter - Easter egg hunts for children, Held indoors in bad weather, FREE admission, Children's music and storytelling, Other activities for children, Bring a basket to collect the eggs!, Baskets are provided, restrooms
  305 Channahon Street, Shorewood, IL 60404. Phone: 815-741-9357. Alternate Phone: 815-741-0366. Fax: 815-741-0366. Email: office@cef-will.org. Event date and time: Saturday March 26, 2016 10:00am to Noon Doors open at 9:30am. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, only. Click here for our Facebook page. Notes: Notes: Looking for some fun way to celebrate Easter with the children in your life? Join us, rain or shine, for the Easter Egg Extravagan Saturday; This FREE event is child - oriented and is for all boys and girls between the ages of 5 and 12; Highlights of this fun - packed morning include prizes, candy, jelly bean count contest, refreshments, along with a Bible lesson; Children will want to bring a basket or bag for the egg hunt and dress for outdoor fun; Sign up today for this event! Visit our website for the registration form; You May pre - register or register the day of the event. Ages 5-12 years old. (UPDATED: February 06, 2016) (UPDATED: March 05, 2015) (UPDATED: March 20, 2014) (UPDATED: February 27, 2013) (ADDED: March 06, 2012)
  A visitor writes on March 06, 2012: "This event has been a tradition for families in this area since 2004. Make plans to join us."
• Easter Egg Hunt For Dogs - The Easter bunny will make an appearance, Visits and photos with the Easter Rabbit, Tents or other provisions are made for bad weather, Postponed in bad weather (see comments section), FREE admission, concessions / refreshment stand, restrooms, picnic area
  Godley Park District 500 S Kankakee St, Godley, IL 60407. Phone: 815-474-5204. Alternate Phone: 815-474-5204. Email: ljd@cbcast.com. Event date and time: Based on last year's date, it should be Based on last year's date, it SHOULD be held on Saturday, March 19, 2016 - but be sure to check on their website or call them first as we haven't received an update from them; (but be SURE to confirm this directly with them, as we have not yet received an update) from 11am to 1pm. Click here for current open hours, days and dates. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check. Notes: Click here for our Facebook page.. Easter Egg Hunt For Dogs. Bring your fidos and let them hunt for treat filled eggs. Get their picture taken with the Easter bunny. Donation of $10.00 would be appreciated Registration is 11am Hunt time is 12pm. (ADDED: April 04, 2014)
• 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 / refreshment stand, porta-potties, picnic area, face painting, inflatables/bounce house, pony rides, petting zoo
  1741 Essington Road, Joliet, IL 60435. Phone: 815-436-8200. Email: dfeltman@firstassemblyjoliet.org. Event date and time: Based on last year's date, it SHOULD be held on Saturday, March 26, 2016 - but be sure to check on their website or call them first as we haven't received an update from them; , from 1pm to 3 pm. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Free - no payments needed for anything. Click here for our Facebook page. This year we are having over 30,000 eggs. There will be pony rides, a petting zoo, games and crafts , bounce houses, face painting, raffle prizes, food vendors and a photo area with the Easter Bunny. Its going to be a great event that you and your families will not want to miss! And admission is FREE! Check out the schedule of events for the day and we hope to see you!. (ADDED: March 30, 2015)
• 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 / refreshment stand, restrooms
  1910 Black Road, Joliet, IL 60435. Phone: 815-725-1606. Email: oursaviorjoliet@gmail.com. Event date and time: Saturday, March 19, 2016, from 2pm to 4pm. 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. (UPDATED: February 22, 2016) (UPDATED: March 18, 2015) (ADDED: March 10, 2015)