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Spring Egg-Stravaganza. Photo by Houston Weatherly, courtesy of the Lincoln Park Zoo
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4/16/25 - By Siobhan Adcock

Looking for the best things to do in Chicago this Easter weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your list for this weekend.

Happy Easter weekend! It's the end of spring break in Chicago, so if you haven't gotten a chance yet, take part in an Easter egg hunt. There are big ones in Elmhurst, Lincoln Park Zoo, and Unity Park. Or you can see the Easter Bunny at a parade in Berwyn or a brunch in the Walnut Room. You can also celebrate Earth Day this weekend with events in Cook County Forest Preserves, or in Evanston or Hyde Park.

There may still be a chance to plan your Easter brunch at one of our favorite spots if you haven't yet! Or look forward to the remaining beautiful spring days to attend one of our favorite spring fairs or festivals or check something off of our spring in Chicago bucket list.

 

Here are our favorite choices for things to do in Chicago with kids this Easter weekend!

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Parkie's Egg Hunt

Bolingbrook
Friday, April 18
Hunt for candy-filled eggs in the pool at Pelican Harbor Indoor Aquatic Center. Each age group will get five minutes to find eggs in the leisure pool while others play in the lap pool. READ MORE

Ancient Earth Day

Hyde Park
Saturday, April 19
The Oriental Institute hosts Ancient Earth Day, where families can learn about ancient trash and recycling and how ancient people lived with their environment. Enjoy a family friendly talk all about the ancient environment, make fun Earth Day crafts, and try your hand at a scavenger hunt. Then, listen to ancient legends about the Earth and learn from Museum Educator-led Discovery Carts throughout our galleries! READ MORE

Main-Dempster Mile Earth Day Clean-up

Evanston - FREE
Saturday, April 19
Help clean up the southeast Evanston area with Main-Dempster Mile businesses. Check in at the Village Farmstand to pick up garbage bags, gloves, and a wristband. After you help clean up, you can use the wristband to pick up prizes at local businesses. READ MORE

Egg Hunt in Berens Park

Elmhurst - FREE
Saturday, April 19
The Easter Bunny will make an appearance at Berens Park in Elmhurst on the day before Easter, hiding hundreds of eggs that kids can start hunting for at 8am. Be on the look out for golden eggs, which win a special prize. Food trucks will be on hand. READ MORE

Spring Egg-Stravaganza at Lincoln Park Zoo

Lincoln Park
Saturday, April 19
The hunt is on: Spring Egg-Stravaganza is back at Lincoln Park Zoo! Children ages 1–8 can “chick” out the zoo, fill their baskets with eggs, get photos with the Easter Bunny, chat with zoo experts, and enjoy plenty of “egg”-citing activities. READ MORE

The Great Easter Parade

Berwyn - FREE
Saturday, April 19
Look out for the Easter Bunny as he rides on a float down 16th Street from Jefferson Field to Prairie Oak Gym. Kids can then hunt for Easter eggs and visit with the Easter Bunny at the Easter Eggstravaganza. READ MORE

Filament Theatre's Heartstrings

Portage Park
Closes Saturday, April 19
On a little island in the middle of the Pacific, two girls face a big storm, a clash of cultures, and the knots of sibling rivalry. Following the treasured Hawaiian tradition of adoption, the hanai children untangle what it means to be family and learn the commitments and responsibilities that come with loving someone. Set in a Hawaii before statehood, the story is told using the simple and beautiful hei, Hawaiian string figures which are like Cat’s Cradle. Audiences will be invited to learn these string figures and collaborate in the story telling through this traditional art form. READ MORE

Springtime Egg Hunt and Live Interactive Kid's Music!

Rogers Park - FREE
Saturday, April 19
Listen to Miss Amy Leigh play music and hunt for eggs in Jarvis Square. Find the golden egg to win a free surprise! READ MORE

Bunny Brunch at The Walnut Room

Downtown
Saturday, April 19
The Walnut Room at Macy's hosts a Bunny Brunch where the whole family can have brunch with the Easter Bunny. The buffet includes hash brown casserole, eggs, French toast bake, sausage, bacon, fruit, and assorted muffins and danishes. READ MORE

Prairie District Neighborhood Alliance Easter Egg Hunt

Bridgeport
Saturday, April 19
The Prairie District Neighborhood Alliance hosts an Easter egg hunt, treats, prizes, a petting zoo, and a visit from the Easter Bunny!  READ MORE

Unity Park Easter Egg Hunt

Logan Square - FREE
Saturday, April 19
The Unity Park Advisory Council, St. Luke's Lutheran Church, and Grace Church Logan Square host an egg hunt for kids of all ages at Unity Park. Four different sessions of the egg hunt will take place, one on each half-hour. Kids can trade in eggs for toys and candy. A special visit from the Easter Bunny is included. READ MORE

The Forge Celebrates Easter

Lemont
Saturday, April 19
The Forge is planning an EGGstra fun day at the park with scavenger hunts, egg hunts, egg rolls, and more. Plus, meet the Easter Bunny and enjoy special activities for kids ages 14 and under! New this year: Kids can enjoy a petting zoo from A Zoo to You! or play croquet with the Queen of Hearts. READ MORE

Hop to the Movies at Marcus Theatres

Addison, Country Club Hills, Elgin, Gurnee, and Orland Park
Saturday, April 19
Celebrate Easter or spring with an egg hunt and movie at Marcus Theatre locations around Chicago. Doors open at 10am for kids to see the Easter bunny, make a craft, and participate in an egg hunt before seeing Hop or Wild Robot. READ MORE

The Beatrix Potter Tea Party by Chicago Children's Theatre

Edgewater
Saturday, April 19- Sunday, April 20
The Chicago Children's Theatre presents a special Easter edition of  The Beatrix Potter Tea Party, an interactive puppet show featuring four Beatrix Potter classics, at Raven Theatre. Three charming performers interweave classic narration and puppetry with gentle interactive moments, recruiting the audience to join the adventure and encouraging young watchers to think about these iconic animal characters’ big emotions.   READ MORE

Forest Preserve District of Cook County Earth Day Cleanup

Various Cook County Forest Preserves - FREE
Friday, April 18 and Saturday, April 19
Do your part to celebrate Earth Day by cleaning up litter in Cook County Forest Preserves. Each preserve will have pick up supplies available for families. Some preserves will have activities for families. READ MORE

Saturday Story Time at the Book Stall:"This is Ballet!"

Winnetka
Saturday, April 19
Children's author Dr. Rekha S. Rajan will be sharing her new children's book, This is Ballet, the first of three in the new board book series, This is Dance. From world-renowned music educator, performer, and the creator of the This is Music series, Dr. Rekha S. Rajan comes a brand-new series that introduces the youngest readers to three major dance families: ballet, hip-hop, and jazz. Young readers will learn that dance has the power to challenge them, inspire them, surprise them, and empower them. This book is perfect for kids ages 1 to 4! READ MORE

Family Fun in the Club: Mr. Dave Music

Berwyn
Saturday, April 19
Kids musician Mr. Dave revs up the fun-o-meter during his classes and live shows! Known for creating unbeatable beats, melodic elements and poetic rhymes, he’ll inspire movement from the youngest to the oldest members of the family. Mr. Dave’s original songs include messages around diversity, safety and acceptance plus, his catchy tunes mean you and your littles will listen to them over and over again! READ MORE

Easter Signature Brunch Cruise on Lake Michigan

Downtown
Sunday, April 20
The whole family can celebrate spring on the Family Easter Cruise on Lake Michigan, including a dance floor with the Easter Bunny, a paper Easter egg coloring station, bunny ears, and candy filled easter eggs for everyone. READ MORE

Animaniacs in Concert

Woodstock
Saturday, April 19
Get ready for the most zany, fun-filled night of your life! Animaniacs in Concert brings the beloved animated series to the stage like never before! Join original voice actor Rob Paulsen and Emmy-winning composer Randy Rogel for a high-energy performance of over 20 classic songs, including the unforgettable "Yakko’s World" and "I’m Mad." This is your chance to sing along, laugh, and hear behind-the-scenes stories from the making of the show. Plus, enjoy an updated version of "Yakko’s World" with newly added countries! Don’t miss the chance to relive your favorite Animaniacs moments... READ MORE

Wonderverse Sunday Funday Family Brunch

Oak Brook
Sunday, April 20
Meet characters from Sony movies, enjoy VR games and roller coasters, play arcade games and enjoy a delicious brunch at Wonderverse in Oak Brook. Families can see different characters each week and enjoy the buffet along with a $30 entertainment card. Peter Rabbit will be on hand on Easter Sunday for kids to take pictures. READ MORE

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