The Easter season means egg hunt fun in Champaign-Urbana and beyond
Bring your children to round up eggs, smile with the Easter bunny and have a great time this spring
Easter is April 9 but there’s lots of fun and “eggs”-citing things to mark on your calendar now to do before then — like egg hunts! Grab your baskets and hop on over to some of the best Easter egg hunts in the Champaign-Urbana area and beyond.
Make sure to pay attention to whether you need to register ahead of time for some of these egg hunts and events.
We’ve also included a few other activities your family can enjoy together to make this Easter “eggstra” special.
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Editor’s Note: Events are subject to change at any time. Please check with the event organizer before heading out to 2023 egg hunts and Easter activities.
Easter Egg Hunts
First, a few tips for egg hunts.
1. Many require advance registration. (This is true for all kinds of events, not just egg hunts.)
2. Some events have different times for different age groups. This can be hard when you have multiple kids, so plan accordingly.
3. Be on time – those eggs go quickly!
4. Don’t forget to bring your baskets, or whatever you use as a “basket.”
If you know of an Easter egg hunt we should add to this list submit it here.
Easter Egg Hunt at Carriage Crossing Champaign - RESCHEDULED
Where: Carriage Crossing Senior Living & Memory Care, Champaign
Date: 03/26/2023, Time: 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
The Great Community Easter Egg Hunt at Carriage Crossing Sat., March 18, 10am-11am Rescheduled for Sunday, March 26, 1-2 p.m. Carriage Crossing Senior Living, 1701 Congressional Way, Champaign Join in this annual event! No entry fees! Open to the community Meet & greet the Easter Bunny Children 0-5 years egg…read more…
Easter Egg Hunt | Registration Deadline 3/7
Where: Barber Park, Mahomet
Date: 04/01/2023, Time: 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Join Mahomet Parks and Recreation for their Annual Egg Hunt. Children will have the opportunity to meet the Bunny and have fun with a good ole’ fashion egg hunt, find a golden egg for a special prize! For ages 0-2, 3-4, 5-6, and 7-10. The cost is $5 per child. Must pre-register.
The Vineyard Church Bunny Hop
Where: The Vineyard Church, Urbana
Date: 04/01/2023, Time: 9:30 am - 11:00 am
Come out for a FREE annual Easter Egg chase and family fun morning! Doors open at 9:30am and the event ends at 11am. There will be staggered egg chases throughout the morning, inflatables, face paint, breakfast, and other family fun. Please register here for the event. Registered families will receive…read more…
Community Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt | Pre-Registration Required
Where: Trinity Community Fellowship, Farmer City
Date: 04/01/2023, Time: 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Head to Trinity Community Fellowship for loads of family fun at Farmer City's annual Easter Egg Hunt! Separate hunts for children 3 and under and children 4 and older will be available again this year. Tons of Easter Baskets will be given away via raffle! Invite your family, invite your…read more…
Easter Celebration & Egg Hunt
Where: Brookdale Senior Living, Urbana
Date: 04/01/2023, Time: 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Bring all your peeps and bring your baskets, to this fun Easter Egg Hunt! Take pictures with the Easter Bunny and enjoy a fun-filled day with family and friends.
SIG Easter Egg Hunt
Where: Witt Park, Sidney
Date: 04/01/2023, Time: 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Easter egg hunt for kids up to age 10. Age groups are: Toddlers-2 yrs. 3 to 5, 6&7, 8 to 10 If it rains, head to the library!
Village of Mansfield Easter Egg Hunt
Where: Mansfield Park Pavilion, Mansfield
Date: 04/01/2023, Time: 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Play in the bounce house & visit with the Easter Bunny!
Easter Eggstravaganza
Where: Fisher Community Center, Fisher
Date: 04/01/2023, Time: 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Fisher Area Churches are hosting the 2nd Annual Easter Eggstravaganza on Saturday, April 1, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m., at the park behind the Fisher Community Center. There will be bounce houses and an easter egg hunt with thousands of eggs (split for different aged kids)! Bring your family and…read more…
Harvest Moon's Annual Easter Egg Hunt
Where: Harvest Moon Twin Drive-in Theatre, Gibson City
Date: 04/01/2023, Time: 3:30 pm - 4:00 pm
This free event will include an egg hunt for three different age groups. The Easter Bunny will be there for photos, limited concessions available for purchase, and the carousel will be running for those wanting a ride.
Illini Baseball: Bunny at the Ball Park
Where: Illinois Field, Champaign
Date: 04/02/2023, Time: 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Due to unpredictable spring weather, Illinois Baseball games may be delayed or postponed without notice. Promotions are subject to change at any time. The Illinois baseball team will host Michigan. Admission to Illinois Baseball games is free and concessions are available for purchase. BUNNY AT THE PARK Stick around for…read more…
Sensory Friendly Stephens Family YMCA Easter Egg Hunt
Where: Stephens Family YMCA, Champaign
Date: 04/02/2023, Time: 2:30 pm - 3:00 pm
YMCA Sensory Friendly Easter Egg Hunt! Ages 0-14 and pictures with the Easter Bunny!
Stephens Family YMCA Easter Egg Hunt
Where: Stephens Family YMCA, Champaign
Date: 04/02/2023, Time: 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
YMCA Annual Easter Egg Hunt! Ages 0-14 and pictures with the Easter Bunny!
The Bunny Eggspress
Where: Wabash Depot, Monticello
Date: 04/07/2023, Time: 10:00 am - 1:30 pm
Accolade Healthcare Annual Easter Egg Hunt
Where: Accolade Healthcare of Paxton Senior Living, Paxton
Date: 04/08/2023, Time: 8:45 am - 10:00 am
Come by early at 8:45 am and enjoy a donut with the Easter Bunny! Hunt starts at 9:30 am.
Pennsylvania Avenue Pancake Breakfast and Egg Hunt
Where: Pennsylvania Avenue Baptist Church, Urbana
Date: 04/08/2023, Time: 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Saturday, April 8, 9am-11am, there will be a community pancake breakfast/egg hunt at Pennsylvania Avenue Baptist Church in Urbana, IL. The event is free for all to attend. There will also be drawings for prizes at the conclusion of the event.
Easter Eggstravaganza | Pre-Registration Required
Where: Rantoul Public Library, Rantoul
Date: 04/08/2023, Time: 9:30 am - 12:00 pm
The Easter Eggstravaganza is once again coming to the Rantoul Public Library, Saturday April 8 from 9:30am to noon! Each child will be given a time-slot to enjoy a 50-minute session where they will hear stories, make a craft and hunt for eggs. For children ages 10 and under. Registration…read more…
Easter at Aikman's
Where: Aikman Wildlife Adventure, Arcola
Date: 04/08/2023, Time: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Aikman's Wildlife Adventure will be having many activities that are free with general admission for you to enjoy including an egg hunt with over 2000+ eggs!!
Easter Egg Hunt at Bridle Brook | RSVP requested
Where: The Waterford at Bridle Brook, Mahomet
Date: 04/08/2023, Time: 10:00 am
Bridle Brook would like to invite all families in the area to join in celebrating Easter with an Easter egg hunt and a visit from the Easter bunny.
Monticello Parks and Recreation Department Easter Egg Hunt
Where: Forest Preserve Park, Monticello
Date: 04/08/2023, Time: 10:00 am
Bring your Easter Egg baskets and get ready for some serious egg hunting! DON'T BE LATE!
The Bunny Eggspress
Where: Wabash Depot, Monticello
Date: 04/08/2023, Time: 10:00 am - 3:30 pm
Urbana Park District’s Egg Hunt with a Splash | Registration Required | Deadline 4/1
Where: Urbana Indoor Aquatic Center, Urbana
Date: 04/08/2023, Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Dive into the Urbana Indoor Aquatic Center and collect many surprise filled eggs. Wear your suit, bring a PLASTIC bag and get ready for some ‘eggstra’ fun!
Leaders for Life Indoor Easter Egg Hunt | Registration Full
Where: Leaders for Life Martial Arts, Champaign
Date: 04/08/2023, Time: 11:00 am - 1:15 pm
Leaders for Life will be hosting their FREE annual Easter egg hunt.
Sensory Egg Hunt | Registration Required
Where: Prairie Farm, Champaign
Date: 04/08/2023, Time: 1:00 pm - 2:15 pm
The hunt is on! Celebrate spring and enjoy some family fun at Prairie Farm. Hunters should bring a basket to search high and low for colorful eggs. Be prepared to explore your senses while searching for special eggs with lights, sounds, and textures. After the hunt, treats and social time will be enjoyed by all.
Critter Egg Hunt
Where: Scovill Zoo, Decatur
Date: 04/08/2023, Time: 1:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Make Scovill Zoo’s Critter Egg Hunt a family tradition! Free for ages 10 and under. Enjoy $3.00 zoo admission before and after the egg hunt.
Easter Egg Hunt at Villas of Holly Brook, Monticello
Where: Villas of Holly Brook Monticello, Monticello
Date: 04/08/2023, Time: 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
Join in for a day of family fun to search for colorful Easter eggs hidden throughout the courtyards. With hundreds of eggs to find, the hunt is on for the grand prizes eggs for each age group for the chance to win a special prize. All ages are welcome
Immanuel Lutheran Church Easter Egg Hunt
Where: Immanuel Lutheran Broadlands, Broadlands
Date: 04/08/2023, Time: 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Immanuel Lutheran Church in Broadlands. Kids ages 0-12 years old and their families are welcome for an Easter Egg Hunt Saturday April 8th at 3:30. This event is free for everyone.
Easter Egg Hunt at Demirjian Park
Where: Demirjian Park, Champaign
Date: 04/08/2023, Time: 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Fighting Illini Track and Field is back at Demirjian Park on April 8 for the Fighting Illini Challenge! There will be an Illini Easter Egg Hunt at 5:30 p.m. on the soccer field on the east side of Demirjian, with special guest appearance by "E. Bunny"! As always, admission is…read more…
Meet the Easter Bunny at Market Place Shopping Center: March 24 – April 8, 2023
Looking for a visit with the Easter Bunny at the mall in Champaign-Urbana? Make a reservation here to meet The Bunny (near Torrid and Carter’s).
How about photos with your pet and the Easter Bunny? Happening on Monday, March 27 between 4 and 7 p.m. Look for the pet icon when you book.
On March 26 from 10:30-11:30 a.m., children with special needs and their families are invited to come before the mall opens for a sensory-friendly visit and pictures with The Bunny. More information here.
Complete List of Easter-related Events and Activities
Sunday, March 26, 2023
Date/Time | Event |
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03/26/2023
10:30 am - 11:30 am |
Bunny Cares Day
at Marketplace Mall, Champaign Illinois |
03/26/2023
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm |
Easter Egg Hunt at Carriage Crossing Champaign - RESCHEDULED
at Carriage Crossing Senior Living & Memory Care, Champaign Illinois |
Monday, March 27, 2023
Date/Time | Event |
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03/27/2023
4:00 pm - 7:00 pm |
Pet Photos with the Easter Bunny at Market Place Shopping Center
at Market Place Mall, Champaign IL |
Saturday, April 1, 2023
Date/Time | Event |
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04/01/2023
8:00 am - 10:00 am |
Gym and Donuts with the Easter Bunny | Registration Full
at KLEEN Movement, Monticello IL |
04/01/2023
9:00 am - 11:00 am |
Easter Egg Hunt | Registration Deadline 3/7
at Barber Park, Mahomet IL |
04/01/2023
9:00 am |
Kiwanis Annual Easter Egg Hunt
at North Ward Elementary School, Tuscola IL |
04/01/2023
9:30 am - 11:00 am |
The Vineyard Church Bunny Hop
at The Vineyard Church, Urbana IL |
04/01/2023
10:00 am - 11:00 am |
Community Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt | Pre-Registration Required
at Trinity Community Fellowship, Farmer City Illinois |
04/01/2023
10:00 am - 11:00 am |
Reverse Easter Egg Hunt
at St. Joseph Church of Christ, St. Joseph IL |
04/01/2023
10:00 am - 1:00 pm |
Spring Carnival
at Meadowbrook Community Church, Champaign IL |
04/01/2023
10:30 am - 11:30 am |
Bunny Open House
at Douglass Community Center, Champaign Illinois |
04/01/2023
10:30 am - 11:30 am |
Easter Celebration & Egg Hunt
at Brookdale Senior Living, Urbana IL |
04/01/2023
10:30 am - 11:30 am |
SIG Easter Egg Hunt
at Witt Park, Sidney IL |
04/01/2023
11:00 am - 12:00 pm |
Donut Miss the Easter Bunny at Industrial Donut
at Industrial Donut, Savoy IL |
04/01/2023
11:00 am - 2:00 pm |
Village of Mansfield Easter Egg Hunt
at Mansfield Park Pavilion, Mansfield Illinois |
04/01/2023
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm |
Easter Eggstravaganza
at Fisher Community Center, Fisher IL |
04/01/2023
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm |
Egg-trunk-a-ganza
at Grace Community Church, Tilton IL |
04/01/2023
3:30 pm - 4:00 pm |
Harvest Moon's Annual Easter Egg Hunt
at Harvest Moon Twin Drive-in Theatre, Gibson City IL |
Sunday, April 2, 2023
Date/Time | Event |
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04/02/2023
1:30 pm - 3:30 pm |
Illini Baseball: Bunny at the Ball Park
at Illinois Field, Champaign IL |
04/02/2023
2:30 pm - 3:00 pm |
Sensory Friendly Stephens Family YMCA Easter Egg Hunt
at Stephens Family YMCA, Champaign IL |
04/02/2023
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm |
Stephens Family YMCA Easter Egg Hunt
at Stephens Family YMCA, Champaign IL |
Friday, April 7, 2023
Date/Time | Event |
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04/07/2023
10:00 am - 1:30 pm |
The Bunny Eggspress
at Wabash Depot, Monticello IL |
Saturday, April 8, 2023
Date/Time | Event |
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04/08/2023
8:30 am - 9:30 am |
Friends of the Zoo Breakfast with the Easter Bunny
at Scovill Zoo, Decatur IL |
04/08/2023
8:45 am - 10:00 am |
Accolade Healthcare Annual Easter Egg Hunt
at Accolade Healthcare of Paxton Senior Living, Paxton IL |
04/08/2023
9:00 am - 11:00 am |
Pennsylvania Avenue Pancake Breakfast and Egg Hunt
at Pennsylvania Avenue Baptist Church, Urbana IL |
04/08/2023
9:30 am - 12:00 pm |
Easter Eggstravaganza | Pre-Registration Required
at Rantoul Public Library, Rantoul IL |
04/08/2023
10:00 am - 4:00 pm |
Easter at Aikman's
at Aikman Wildlife Adventure, Arcola IL |
04/08/2023
10:00 am |
Easter Egg Hunt at Bridle Brook | RSVP requested
at The Waterford at Bridle Brook, Mahomet IL |
04/08/2023
10:00 am |
Monticello Parks and Recreation Department Easter Egg Hunt
at Forest Preserve Park, Monticello IL |
04/08/2023
10:00 am - 3:30 pm |
The Bunny Eggspress
at Wabash Depot, Monticello IL |
04/08/2023
10:00 am - 12:00 pm |
Urbana Park District’s Egg Hunt with a Splash | Registration Required | Deadline 4/1
at Urbana Indoor Aquatic Center, Urbana 61801 |
04/08/2023
11:00 am - 1:15 pm |
Leaders for Life Indoor Easter Egg Hunt | Registration Full
at Leaders for Life Martial Arts, Champaign IL |
04/08/2023
1:00 pm - 2:15 pm |
Sensory Egg Hunt | Registration Required
at Prairie Farm, Champaign IL |
04/08/2023
1:30 pm - 5:00 pm |
Critter Egg Hunt
at Scovill Zoo, Decatur IL |
04/08/2023
1:30 pm - 2:30 pm |
Easter Egg Hunt at Villas of Holly Brook, Monticello
at Villas of Holly Brook Monticello, Monticello IL |
04/08/2023
3:30 pm - 4:30 pm |
Immanuel Lutheran Church Easter Egg Hunt
at Immanuel Lutheran Broadlands, Broadlands IL |
04/08/2023
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm |
Easter Egg Hunt at Demirjian Park
at Demirjian Park, Champaign IL |
Sunday, April 9, 2023
Date/Time | Event |
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04/09/2023
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm |
Easter Sunday Free Skate
at Skateland Savoy, Savoy IL |
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