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Say hello to the Easter Bunny this weekend in Chicago. Photo courtesy of the Chicago Park District
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4/9/25 - By Maureen Wilkey

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

Get ready for some "eggcitement" this weekend because Easter is just around the corner. You can meet and greet with the Easter bunny at a glow-in-the-dark skating event in Crest Hill, a brunch at Impact Field, or at Safety Town in Naperville. You can also celebrate spring in other ways, like the new Spring Festival at Brookfield Zoo Chicago or the Earth Day Fair in Dvorak Park.

We've got a full list of Easter Bunny Brunches for you to enjoy with your kids over the next two weekends. You can also plan more than 50 different spring activities in and around Chicago with our spring bucket list.

Have a great spring weekend in Chicago!

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Triton Troupers Circus

River Grove
Thursday, April 10- Sunday, April 13
Local residents learn and perform various circus acrobatics and clowning acts to entertain their friends and neighbors. The Triton Troupers are back in action with stilts, trampoline, swinging trapeze, teeterboard, tightrope, and unicycle, and features several legacy Troupers. READ MORE

CAMP Chicago Character Meet and Greet with Gabby

Old Town
Friday, April 11- Sunday, April 13
Come to CAMP for 30 minutes of smiles, laughs, and hug attacks. Meet Gabby, snap a magical photo, and have tons of fun with CAMP Counselors! READ MORE

CHICKEN LITTLE at Chicago Kids Company

Lincoln Park
Opens Thursday, April 10
The Sky is Falling!  The Sky is Falling!  Join Chicken Little and her friends --Ducky Lucky, Goosey Loosey, Turkey Lurkey and others-- as she journeys to tell The King the news!   READ MORE

Glow-in-the-Dark Egg Hunt Skate Party

Crest Hill
Friday, April 11
Bring your own basket to hunt for glow-in-the-dark Easter eggs on roller skates. Then, have your picture taken with the Easter Bunny. READ MORE

C2E2: Chicago Comic and Entertainment Expo at McCormick Place

McCormick Place
Friday, April 11- Sunday, April 13
Get geeky at C2E2, Chicago's annual comic and pop culture convention at McCormick Place. Kids might be the most interested in the Family Play Zone, where they can play interactive games, learn to draw their favorite characters, and have fun in the free play zone. Favorite characterswill be there to meet and greet with kids. READ MORE

Superhero 3k Fun Run

Lisle
Saturday, April 12
Show off your super power at the Superhero 3K Fun Run, taking place at the Sensory Garden Playground! All participants are invited to wear their favorite superhero attire as they participate in this 3K Fun Run so break out your Wonder Woman costume, Captain America t-shirt, or Iron Man mask! Along the way, you will see some of your favorite superheroes who will cheer you on! After the run, stick around for music, character meet and greets, and more fun! READ MORE

Hoppy Easter Festival

Naperville
Saturday, April 12
Take a walk down the Bunny Trail in Naperville's Safety Town. Kids can enjoy an egg hunt, treat stations, a photo op with Mr. and Mrs. Easter Bunny, live bunnies, and an instrument petting zoo. READ MORE

Downtown Wheaton Character Trail

Wheaton
Saturday, April 12
Princesses, superheroes, and cartoons, oh my! Follow the map and visit a variety of costumed characters in various stores throughout Downtown Wheaton. Snap a photo, collect autographs, and make memories, all in your favorite place! Characters include Rey, Elsa, Ariel, Belle, Snow White, Spiderman, Cinderella, Captain America, and Tiana. READ MORE

Southworks Engineering and Robotics Competition

South Holland
Saturday, April 12
Don’t miss this inspiring STEM and career exploration experience for your kids at South Suburban College! Get ready for an action-packed, family-friendly event filled with robotics, engineering challenges, music, a live DJ, and tons of fun! Come cheer on local middle and high school students as they compete using their robotics and engineering talents in exciting competitions like VEX, MAZERUNNER, PATHFINDER, CATAPULT, and SUMO! READ MORE

Earth Day Fair at Dvorak Park

Pilsen - FREE
Saturday, April 12
Dvorak Park hosts a special Earth Day event, where kids and their caregivers can learn how they can reduce their carbon footprint through interactive displays, demonstrations, and arts and crafts projects. Families can also sign up for Earth Day clean ups. READ MORE

Sparks Fly at The Piazza

Aurora
Saturday, April 12
Visit The Piazza in Aurora family-friendly celebration with the incredible tribute band Sparks Fly, performing all your favorite Taylor hits. This event is perfect for Swifties of all ages! Kids can enjoy non-alcoholic Taylor themed drinks while adults can take part in a special on mimosas. READ MORE

Brookfield Zoo Chicago Spring Fest

Brookfield
Saturday, April 12- Sunday, April 13
Celebrate Earth Month and the arrival of spring at Brookfield Zoo Chicago. Enjoy live performances, savor seasonal food and drinks, shop from art vendors, and explore family-friendly activities for all ages. The event includes concerts from local performers like Wild Daisy and Are You Ready for It? as well as an art fair, a tree doctor clinic, and the opening of Rainbow Cone at the Zoo! Enjoy a free birding tour or make a craft at the Hamill Family Play Zoo. READ MORE

Bunny Bonanza at Pottawattomie Park

Rogers Park
Saturday, April 12
Chicago preschoolers and young children can search for eggs, do a craft, enjoy brunch, and visit with the Easter bunny at this spring event at Pottawattomie Park. Live music and chances to win prizes round out the event. Participants must register in advance. READ MORE

Bunny Brunch with the Chicago Dogs

Rosemont
Sunday, April 13
Celebrate with family and friends creating an unforgettable memory at Impact Field during the Chicago Dogs' Bunny Brunch. Enjoy an all-inclusive brunch with bottomless mimosas in the Rivers Stadium Club. Kids can create a spring craft, visit with the Easter Bunny, and leave with a goodie bag from the candy table. Get your tickets today! READ MORE

Blippi: Join the Band Tour

Joliet
Sunday, April 13
Join Blippi to make music in your hometown in the brand new live Blippi: Join the Band Tour! Blippi will be joined onstage by Meekah along with their singing and dancing buddies and LIVE musicians. They’ll explore what makes music, including sounds, rhythms and instruments, with fan-favorite Blippi hits. So grab your drumsticks, tune up your guitar, and move those feet with Blippi and get ready for a musical performance that’s fun for the whole family! READ MORE

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