Park District Hosts Egg Hunts at Soldier Field and Local Parks
3/11/2011
The Chicago Park District hops to it this spring by hosting dozens of egg hunts, including an egg hunt for dogs, from April 7-23 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 8th Annual Spring Egg-Stravaganza at Soldier Field, 1410 S. Museum Campus Dr., the largest admission-free candy grab in Chicago, Sunday, April 17, presented by Dominick’s.
Click here for a full schedule of events. Following are a few highlights:
Eggstravaganza
Thursday, April 7
10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Welles Park, 2333 W. Sunnyside Ave., 312-742-7511
Admission $5; recommended for ages 5 and under with an adult
Spring Festival
Thursday, April 7
4 – 6 p.m.
Altgeld Park, 515 S. Washtenaw Ave., 312-746-5001
Admission $2; recommended for ages 5 – 11
Egg Hunt
Saturday, April 9
10 – 11 a.m.
Wilson Park, 1122 W. 34th Pl., 312-747-7002
Admission $5; recommended for all ages
Enjoy arts and crafts, inflatable jumping jacks and more.
Brunch with the Bunny
Friday, April 15
10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Merrimac Park, 6343 W. Irving Park Rd., 773-685-3382
Space is limited; advance-sale tickets only; tickets go on sale April 1; no tickets available at the door
Admission $10; recommended for ages 5 and under with an adult
Egg Hunt
Friday, April 15
3 - 4:30 p.m.
Durkin Park, 8445 S. Kolin Ave., 773-284-7316
Admission free; recommended for all ages
Moore Park Easter Fun
Friday, April 15
4:30 – 7 p.m.
Moore Park, 5085 W. Adams St., 773-287-0561
Admission $2 includes photo with the bunny; egg hunt for ages 5-10, activities for ages 6-12
8th Annual Doggie Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday, April 16
10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Horner Park, 2741 W. Montrose Ave., 773-478-3499
Admission $5 per dog; all ages
Activities include a hunt for treat-filled eggs, a bonnet parade, obstacle course and a raffle. 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.
Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday, April 16
10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Mayfair Park, 4550 W. Sunnyside Ave., 773-685-3361
Admission $3; recommended for ages 2-10 with an adult
Egg Hunt
Saturday, April 16
10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Sheridan Park, 910 S. Aberdeen St., 312-746-5369
Admission $2; recommended for ages 3-12
Presented by the 25th Ward Alderman.
Egg Hunt
Saturday, April 16
10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Armour Square Park, 3309 S. Shields Ave., 312-747-6012
Admission $10; recommended for all ages
Egg hunt times: 11 a.m. ages 3 & under; 11:30 a.m. ages 3-5; 12 p.m. ages 6-9; 12:30 p.m. ages 10-12
Lunch with the Bunny
Saturday, April 16
12 - 2 p.m.
Mayfair Park, 4550 W. Sunnyside Ave., 773-685-3361
Admission $7 for children; $5 for adults, includes lunch; recommended for ages 2-10 with an adult; space is limited; pre-sale tickets available
Egg Hunt
Saturday, April 16
12 – 4 p.m.
West Chatham Park, 8223 S. Princeton Ave., 312-747-6998
Admission $5; recommended for all ages
2011 Spring Egg-Stravaganza
Sunday, April 17
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 15 by calling 312-235-7162.
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.
Egg Hunt
Sunday, April 1 7
10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Bosley Playground Park, 3044 S. Bonfield St., 312-747-6026
Admission free; recommended for ages 3-12
Lunch with The Bunny
Thursday, April 21
11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Hale Park, 6258 W. 62nd St., 773-229-1032
Admission $6 adults for lunch, children $12 for lunch & activities; recommended for all ages
Eggstrordinary Fun
Friday, April 22
12 – 3 p.m.
Gage Park, 2411 W. 55th St., 312-747-6147
Admission $7; recommended for ages 12 & under
Dinner with the Bunny
Friday, April 22
4 – 6 p.m.
Piotrowski Park, 4247 W. 31st St., 312-745-4801
$3; recommended for all ages
Egg Hunt
Friday, April 22
4 – 6 p.m.
Taylor-Lauridsen Park 704 W. 42nd St., 312-747-6729
Admission free; recommended for ages 3-12 yrs.
Egg Hunt
Friday, April 22
5 – 6 p.m.
Smith (Wendell) Playlot Park, 9912 S. Princeton Ave., 312-747-6689
Admission $3; recommended for ages 6-12
Meet Mr. Hippitty Hoppity
Saturday, April 23
10 – 11 a.m.
Wicker Park, 1425 N. Damen Ave., 312-742-7553
Admission free; recommended for ages 18 months to 3 years
Smith Park Eggstravaganza
Saturday, April 23
10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park, 2526 W. Grand Ave., 312-742-7534
Admission free; recommended for ages12 & under
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