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 5 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.
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, please submit it here.
Accolade Healthcare Annual Easter Egg Hunt
Where: Accolade Healthcare of Paxton Senior Living, Paxton
Date: 03/28/2026, Time: 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Come enjoy a fun-filled time with egg hunting, special golden egg prizes, a visit from the Easter Bunny, and delicious donuts.
Easter Egg Hunt at Champaign Grace
Where: Grace Church of the Nazarene, Champaign
Date: 03/28/2026, Time: 9:00 am - 10:30 am
Join in on March 28th for games, pictures with the Easter Bunny, basket giveaways, a short story, an Egg Hunt, and snacks. Games will start at 9am. Basket Giveaways and Story will begin at 9:30am. The Egg Hunt will begin at 9:45 am with three different age groups; 0-3 years…read more…
Kiwanis Annual Easter Egg Hunt
Where: North Ward Elementary School, Tuscola
Date: 03/28/2026, Time: 9:00 am
Kiwanis Annual Easter Egg Hunt North Ward Elementary Registration starts at 9am
Sidney Improvement Group Easter Egg Hunt
Where: Witt Park, Sidney
Date: 03/28/2026, Time: 9:00 am
Bring your basket, Come see the Easter Bunny! Age Groups Toddler - 2 yrs, 3-5 yrs, 6-7 yrs, 8-10 yrs. In case of rain, the event will move to the Library.
Community Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt
Where: Trinity Community Fellowship, Farmer City
Date: 03/28/2026, Time: 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Head out on March 28th, for Farmer City's annual Community Easter Egg Hunt! The event will be held on site at Trinity Community Fellowship, RAIN or SHINE! *1300 W. Clinton Ave. Farmer City, IL 61842* On-site Registration opens at 10:00a and the hunt begins at 10:30a. Hope to see you…read more…
Easter Egg Hunt | Registration Deadline 3/17
Where: Barber Park, Mahomet
Date: 03/28/2026, Time: 10:00 am - 10:45 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 0-10. The cost is $7 per child. Must pre-register.
Easter Eggstravaganza | Registration Required
Where: Rantoul Public Library, Rantoul
Date: 03/28/2026, Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Rantoul Library is EGGcited to start planning for the Easter Eggstravaganza for this year. They are now accepting registrations for the Easter Eggstravaganza. They will have specific time slots you can register for, like they have done in the past. Get EGGcited with us!! And mark your calendars and/or put…read more…
Farmer City Easter Egg Hunt
Where: Trinity Community Fellowship, Farmer City
Date: 03/28/2026, Time: 10:00 am - 10:45 am
Join in, March 28th, for Farmer City's annual Community Easter Egg Hunt! The event will be held on site at Trinity Community Fellowship, RAIN or SHINE! Registration opens at 10:00a and the hunt begins at 10:30a. Hope to see you there! **PRE-REGISTER USING THIS LINK https://min.link/ZMD View the event on…read more…
Village of Mansfield Easter Egg Hunt
Where: Mansfield Park Pavilion, Mansfield
Date: 03/28/2026, Time: 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Egg hunt, raffles, bounce houses and a free hot dog lunch!
Preschool Age Easter Egg Hunt & Open Gym | Preregistration Required
Where: I-Power Preschool Academy, Champaign
Date: 03/28/2026, Time: 12:15 pm - 1:30 pm
I-Power is excited to host their Annual Easter Egg Hunt! This special open gym will start with an egg hunt before your little one gets to play in the preschool gym space. Since the egg hunt will start at 12:30pm, check in will begin at 12:15pm. As always, children under…read more…
School Age Easter Egg Hunt & Open Gym | Preregistration Required
Where: I-Power School of Gymnastics, Champaign
Date: 03/28/2026, Time: 12:15 pm - 1:30 pm
I-Power is excited to host their Annual Easter Egg Hunt! This special open gym will start with an egg hunt before your children play in the main gym. Since the egg hunt will start at 12:30pm, check in will begin at 12:15pm. The fee is $10 for ages 5-10 years.…read more…
Harvest Moon's Annual Easter Egg Hunt | Pre-Registration Required
Where: Harvest Moon Twin Drive-in Theatre, Gibson City
Date: 03/28/2026, Time: 1:00 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.
Sensory Egg Hunt | Pre-Registration Required
Where: Prairie Farm, Champaign
Date: 03/28/2026, Time: 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
The hunt is on! CUSR invites you to celebrate spring and enjoy some family fun at Prairie Farm! Hunters should bring a basket and be prepared to search high and low for colorful eggs. Be prepared to explore your senses while searching for special eggs with lights, sounds, and textures. Pre-registration is required.
Sensory Friendly Egg Hunt | Douglas County Autism Tribe | RSVP Deadline 3/20
Where: Tuscola Practice Football Field, Tuscola
Date: 03/28/2026, Time: 1:00 pm
Our Douglas County Autism Tribe Sensory Friendly Egg Hunt will be Saturday, March 28th . This will take place at the Tuscola Practice Football Field at 1:00 PM . Please RSVP by March 20th to ensure they have plenty of goodies for all who want to join in. Can't wait to…read more…
Urbana Park District’s Egg Hunt with a Splash | Registration Required | Deadline 3/22
Where: Urbana Indoor Aquatic Center, Urbana
Date: 03/29/2026, Time: 12:00 pm - 2:00 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!
Easter Eggstravaganza
Where: Fisher Community Center, Fisher
Date: 03/29/2026, Time: 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Save the Date! Fisher Area Churches are hosting their annual event Sunday, March 29, 2026, 2-4 pm at the Community Center. They hope you can join them for candy-filled plastic egg-gathering, face-painting, balloon animals, their bounce houses, and more!
Easter Egg Hunt at Savoy Place Memory Care
Where: Savoy Place Memory Care, Savoy
Date: 04/01/2026, Time: 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join in for some egg-citing fun! Easter Egg Hung
The Vineyard Church Bunny Hop
Where: The Vineyard Church, Urbana
Date: 04/02/2026, Time: 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
The Vineyard Church is doing something a bit different this year for Bunny Hop! Join them to celebrate Holy Week at the Bunny Hop in the EVENING on Thursday, April 2nd at 5:30pm. There will be inflatables, touch-a-truck, pizza, eggs, and lots of family fun (everything is free!). Egg Chase…read more…
Chic Kids & Simply Chic | Grand Opening & Egg Hunt
Where: Chic Kids, Champaign
Date: 04/04/2026, Time: 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Grand Opening Day for both Chic Kids and Simply Chic! Festivities start at 9am with an Easter Egg Hunt and visits with the Easter Bunny will continue all day.
Cornerstone Baptist Church Easter Egg Hunt - Registration Required
Where: Cornerstone Baptist Church, Savoy
Date: 04/04/2026, Time: 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Come out for the annual Cornerstone Baptist Church Easter Egg Hunt! They cannot wait to have you at the 2026 Cornerstone Easter Egg Hunt! Please register using this link.
Easter Egg Hunt at Aikman's - Drive-Thru Closed
Where: Aikman Wildlife Adventure, Arcola
Date: 04/04/2026, 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 Sponsored by the Philo 4-H Friends
Where: R.E. Franks Meeting Center, Philo
Date: 04/04/2026, Time: 10:00 am - 10:30 am
Join the Philo 4-H Friends on Saturday, April 4th for their annual Easter Egg Hunt! All youth in 5th grade and younger are welcome. The hunt begins at 10am. Please arrive a little early to help them divide the kids into age groups. Don't forget your basket! Bring a camera…read more…
Monticello Parks and Recreation Department Easter Egg Hunt
Where: Forest Preserve Park, Monticello
Date: 04/04/2026, Time: 10:00 am
Bring your Easter Egg baskets and get ready for some serious egg hunting! DON'T BE LATE!
Easter Egg Hunt at Carriage Crossing Champaign
Where: Carriage Crossing Senior Living & Memory Care, Champaign
Date: 04/04/2026, Time: 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Join in for this FREE Community Event! Easter Egg Hunt Saturday, April 4th @ 1pm Egg Hunting: Ages 0-12, Golden Egg Prizes Coloring Station, Meet the Easter Bunny 1701 Congressional Way, Champaign, IL 217-303-8840
Eggstravaganaza at Bible Baptist | Registration Requested
Where: Bible Baptist Church of Champaign, Champaign
Date: 04/04/2026, Time: 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Food! Fun! Family-Friendly! Join in for this annual Egg Hunt with carnival games, face-painting, snacks, an Easter adventure, great prizes, and free photos with the Easter Bunny from 1:00-2:30 pm on Saturday, April 4, 2026. The Easter Egg Hunt will begin at 2:30 and is divided up by age groups.…read more…
Critter Egg Hunt
Where: Scovill Zoo, Decatur
Date: 04/04/2026, Time: 1:15 pm - 2:30 pm
This event is free and open to children aged walking – 10. Zoo admission will be $4 before and after the egg hunt.
Quest Church Easter Egg Hunt
Where: Quest UMC, Urbana
Date: 04/04/2026, Time: 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
The Quest Community Easter Egg Hunt is on Saturday, April 4 from 2:00-400 at the church (2004 Philo Rd, Urbana). Bring the family for a great time of celebration and fellowship.
Mahomet United Methodist Church Egg Hunt
Where: Mahomet United Methodist Church, Mahomet
Date: 04/05/2026, Time: 9:45 am
Between services on Easter Sunday at 9:45am. Also, breakfast treats for adults & and Easter photo op.
Easter Brunch and The Ultimate Easter Egg Hunt at The Crossing
Where: Commons area, Village at the Crossing, Champaign
Date: 04/05/2026, Time: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
🐰 The Easter Bunny is coming to The Crossing! 🐰 Get those baskets ready. The Crossing is hosting the ultimate Easter Egg Hunt on Sunday, April 5th– they have TWO chances for your little seekers to strike gold: 🕛 12:00 PM 🕑 2:00 PM (Ages 12 & under) Reserve your…read more…
Easter Egg Hunt at Anchor Church
Where: Anchor Church, Champaign
Date: 04/05/2026, Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Celebrate Easter at Anchor! Bring your family, find your place, and join in for worship and a massive Easter egg hunt! They have TWO opportunities this year at 10AM & 11:15AM! Please let them know you're coming by registering here: visit.anchorchurchil.com/easter26 What’s Waiting for You: ✅ The Big Hunt: Over…read more…
Illini Men's and Women's Tennis Egg Hunt
Where: Atkins Tennis Center, Urbana
Date: 04/05/2026, Time: 11:00 am - 3:30 pm
On Sunday, April 5 head out to Atkins Tennis center to cheer on Illini Women's Tennis team as they take on Michigan State at 11am and the Men's Tennis team as they battle Purdue at 2pm. Pre-Match Easter Brunch + Egg Hunt Post-Match Court Access - Refine your own tennis skills with…read more…
Eggstravaganza at West Side Park - RESCHEDULED DATE
Where: West Side Park, Champaign
Date: 04/08/2026, Time: 6:00 pm
Bring your basket for an Eggstravaganza! Hayrack rides, too!
Mall Pictures with the Easter Bunny
Meet the Easter Bunny at Market Place Shopping Center: March 20 – April 4
Looking for a visit with the Easter Bunny at the mall in Champaign-Urbana? Make a reservation here to meet The Bunny at Market Place Shopping Center.
How about photos with your pet and the Easter Bunny? 2026 dates are March 23, 24, 30 & 31 from 4 – 7 p.m. Look for the pet icon when you book.
Complete List of Easter-related Events and Activities
Monday, March 23, 2026
| Date/Time | Event |
|---|---|
03/23/2026
4:00 pm - 7:00 pm |
Pet Photos with the Easter Bunny at Market Place Shopping Center
at Market Place Mall, Champaign IL |
Tuesday, March 24, 2026
| Date/Time | Event |
|---|---|
03/24/2026
4:00 pm - 7:00 pm |
Pet Photos with the Easter Bunny at Market Place Shopping Center
at Market Place Mall, Champaign IL |
Saturday, March 28, 2026
| Date/Time | Event |
|---|---|
03/28/2026
9:00 am - 10:00 am |
Accolade Healthcare Annual Easter Egg Hunt
at Accolade Healthcare of Paxton Senior Living, Paxton IL |
03/28/2026
9:00 am - 10:30 am |
Easter Egg Hunt at Champaign Grace
at Grace Church of the Nazarene, Champaign IL |
03/28/2026
9:00 am |
Kiwanis Annual Easter Egg Hunt
at North Ward Elementary School, Tuscola IL |
03/28/2026
9:00 am |
Sidney Improvement Group Easter Egg Hunt
at Witt Park, Sidney IL |
03/28/2026
10:00 am - 11:00 am |
Community Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt
at Trinity Community Fellowship, Farmer City Illinois |
03/28/2026
10:00 am - 10:45 am |
Easter Egg Hunt | Registration Deadline 3/17
at Barber Park, Mahomet IL |
03/28/2026
10:00 am - 12:00 pm |
Easter Eggstravaganza | Registration Required
at Rantoul Public Library, Rantoul IL |
03/28/2026
10:00 am - 10:45 am |
Farmer City Easter Egg Hunt
at Trinity Community Fellowship, Farmer City Illinois |
03/28/2026
11:00 am - 1:00 pm |
Village of Mansfield Easter Egg Hunt
at Mansfield Park Pavilion, Mansfield Illinois |
03/28/2026
12:15 pm - 1:30 pm |
Preschool Age Easter Egg Hunt & Open Gym | Preregistration Required
at I-Power Preschool Academy, Champaign IL |
03/28/2026
12:15 pm - 1:30 pm |
School Age Easter Egg Hunt & Open Gym | Preregistration Required
at I-Power School of Gymnastics, Champaign |
03/28/2026
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm |
Harvest Moon's Annual Easter Egg Hunt | Pre-Registration Required
at Harvest Moon Twin Drive-in Theatre, Gibson City IL |
03/28/2026
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm |
Sensory Egg Hunt | Pre-Registration Required
at Prairie Farm, Champaign IL |
03/28/2026
1:00 pm |
Sensory Friendly Egg Hunt | Douglas County Autism Tribe | RSVP Deadline 3/20
at Tuscola Practice Football Field, Tuscola IL |
03/28/2026
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm |
Reverse Easter Egg Hunt
at St. Joseph Church of Christ, St. Joseph IL |
Sunday, March 29, 2026
| Date/Time | Event |
|---|---|
03/29/2026
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm |
Urbana Park District’s Egg Hunt with a Splash | Registration Required | Deadline 3/22
at Urbana Indoor Aquatic Center, Urbana 61801 |
03/29/2026
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm |
Easter Eggstravaganza
at Fisher Community Center, Fisher IL |
Monday, March 30, 2026
| Date/Time | Event |
|---|---|
03/30/2026
4:00 pm - 7:00 pm |
Pet Photos with the Easter Bunny at Market Place Shopping Center
at Market Place Mall, Champaign IL |
Tuesday, March 31, 2026
| Date/Time | Event |
|---|---|
03/31/2026
4:00 pm - 7:00 pm |
Pet Photos with the Easter Bunny at Market Place Shopping Center
at Market Place Mall, Champaign IL |
Wednesday, April 1, 2026
| Date/Time | Event |
|---|---|
04/01/2026
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm |
Easter Egg Hunt at Savoy Place Memory Care
at Savoy Place Memory Care, Savoy Illinois |
Thursday, April 2, 2026
| Date/Time | Event |
|---|---|
04/02/2026
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm |
The Vineyard Church Bunny Hop
at The Vineyard Church, Urbana IL |
Saturday, April 4, 2026
| Date/Time | Event |
|---|---|
FEATURED EVENT
04/04/2026
9:00 am - 11:00 am |
Chic Kids & Simply Chic | Grand Opening & Egg Hunt
![]() at Chic Kids, Champaign IL Grand Opening Day for both Chic Kids and Simply Chic! Festivities start at 9am with an Easter Egg Hunt and visits with the Easter Bunny will continue all day. |
04/04/2026
10:00 am - 11:00 am |
Cornerstone Baptist Church Easter Egg Hunt - Registration Required
at Cornerstone Baptist Church, Savoy IL |
04/04/2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm |
Easter Egg Hunt at Aikman's - Drive-Thru Closed
at Aikman Wildlife Adventure, Arcola IL |
04/04/2026
10:00 am - 10:30 am |
Easter Egg Hunt Sponsored by the Philo 4-H Friends
at R.E. Franks Meeting Center, Philo |
04/04/2026
10:00 am |
Monticello Parks and Recreation Department Easter Egg Hunt
at Forest Preserve Park, Monticello IL |
04/04/2026
10:30 am - 12:00 pm |
Doggy Easter Egg Hunt | Preregistration Required
at Jones Park, Savoy IL |
04/04/2026
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm |
Easter Egg Hunt at Carriage Crossing Champaign
at Carriage Crossing Senior Living & Memory Care, Champaign Illinois |
04/04/2026
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm |
Eggstravaganaza at Bible Baptist | Registration Requested
at Bible Baptist Church of Champaign, Champaign Illinois |
04/04/2026
1:15 pm - 2:30 pm |
Critter Egg Hunt
at Scovill Zoo, Decatur IL |
04/04/2026
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm |
Quest Church Easter Egg Hunt
at Quest UMC, Urbana Il |
Sunday, April 5, 2026
| Date/Time | Event |
|---|---|
04/05/2026
All Day |
Easter: What is Open, What is Closed
|
04/05/2026
9:45 am |
Mahomet United Methodist Church Egg Hunt
at Mahomet United Methodist Church, Mahomet IL |
04/05/2026
10:00 am - 2:00 pm |
Easter Brunch and The Ultimate Easter Egg Hunt at The Crossing
at Commons area, Village at the Crossing, Champaign IL |
04/05/2026
10:00 am - 12:00 pm |
Easter Egg Hunt at Anchor Church
at Anchor Church, Champaign Illinois |
04/05/2026
11:00 am - 3:30 pm |
Illini Men's and Women's Tennis Egg Hunt
at Atkins Tennis Center, Urbana IL |
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
| Date/Time | Event |
|---|---|
04/08/2026
6:00 pm |
Eggstravaganza at West Side Park - RESCHEDULED DATE
at West Side Park, Champaign IL |
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