PARK DISTRICT HOSTS EGG HUNTS AT SOLDIER FIELD AND LOCAL PARKS
EGG-STRAVAGANZA APRIL 4 IS CITY'S LARGEST FREE CANDY GRAB
Release Date: 02/23/09
The Chicago Park District welcomes spring by hosting dozens of egg hunts, including an egg hunt for dogs, from March 28-April 11 at parks throughout the city. Most events will feature treats, prizes, face painting, arts and crafts plus photo opportunities with the bunny. Some activities may require pre-registration due to limited space. Many programs are admission free or have nominal entrance fees. Participants should call the individual parks for additional information.
One of this year’s highlights is the 6th Annual Spring Egg-Stravaganza at Soldier Field, 1410 S. Museum Campus Dr., the largest admission-free candy grab in Chicago, Saturday, April 4, presented by Dominick’s.
Click here for a full schedule of events. Following are a few highlights:
2009 Spring Egg-Stravaganza
Saturday, April 4
Soldier Field, 1410 S. Museum Campus Dr., 312-235-7000
8:30 – 10 a.m. Ticketed brunch in the United Club
• Admission to the brunch is $17.50 for adults, $12 for children under age 10, and free for children under age 3 with a paying adult.
• Reservations are mandatory for brunch and must be made by Friday, April 3 by calling 312-235-7096.
10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Admission free candy grab on the field
Before the candy grab, children will have the opportunity to brunch with the bunny and take photos at the United Club.
6th Annual Doggie Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday, April 4
10 a.m. - Noon
Horner Park, 2741 W. Montrose Ave., 773-478-3499
Admission $5 per dog; recommended for all ages
Activities include a hunt for treat-filled eggs, a bonnet parade, and refreshments for everyone. Photos with the bunny will be available for purchase. Dogs must be kept on a leash, and owners must stay with their dogs at all times.
Bunny Bonanza
Saturday, April 4
10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Pottawattomie Park, 7340 N. Rogers Ave., 773-262-5835
Pre-registration is highly recommended. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Admission $7; recommended for all ages
Lunch with the Bunny
Saturday, April 4
11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Kilbourn Park, 3501 N. Kilbourn Ave., 773-685-3351
Limited seating, pre-sale tickets. Children must be accompanied by an adult
Admission $7 children, $4 adults, includes lunch and a photo; recommended for ages 2-10
Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday, April 4
12 - 1 p.m. for ages 5 & under
1 - 2 p.m. for ages 6-10
Athletic Field Park, 3546 W. Addison St., 773-478-2889
Admission $3
Easter Egg Hunt
Thursday, April 9
11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Mayfair Park, 4550 W. Sunnyside Ave., 773-685-3361
Admission $2; recommended for ages 2-5
Lunch with the Easter Bunny
Thursday, April 9
11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Hale Park, 6258 W. 62nd St., 773-229-1032
Admission $12 includes lunch
Easter Egg Hunt
Friday, April 10
10 – 11 a.m.
White (Willye B.) Park (formerly Gale Park), 1610 W. Howard St., 773-262-5051
Admission $2; recommended for ages18 months – 5 years; online registration only
- Contact Phone: 312 742 7529