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The best Easter events in Chicago

Hop to it and celebrate Easter in Chicago with egg hunts, appearances from the Easter Bunny and more.

Jeffy Mai
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Jeffy Mai
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There's plenty of fun to be had during Easter in Chicago, whether you want to take the kiddos egg hunting at events held in some of the best Chicago parks or feast upon the best Easter brunches throughout the city. True, the holiday's festivities are mostly kid-focused—and you'll find plenty of Easter Bunny meet-and-greets and egg hunts perfect for families to enjoy—but Easter-themed 5K runs and bar crawls mean that people of all ages can get in on the festivities. So get ready to embrace all things bunny- and spring-related with our list of the best Easter events in Chicago this year.

When is Easter?

This year, Easter falls on Sunday, March 31, 2024. The holiday occurs every year on the first Sunday, between March 22 and April 25, after the first full moon following the northern spring equinox.

Time Out Market Chicago
  • Things to do
  • West Loop

Hop on over to Time Out Market Chicago for a day filled with egg-citing activities and delicious treats! Bring the whole family for egg hunts on the second floor, kids' face painting and photos with the Easter Bunny—there's something for everyone to enjoy.

Easter events in Chicago 2024

  • Kids
  • Quirky events
  • Lincoln Park

There's plenty to do at the Lincoln Park Zoo's annual Easter celebration, where kids can participate in a series of egg hunts tailored to different age groups or snag a photo with the big bunny. Also included in the experience are free carousel and train rides, outdoor games and activities, live music by Mary Macaroni and the Impastas and more.

  • Kids
  • Near South Side

Bring the little ones to Chicago Women’s Park & Garden for the annual South Loop Easter Egg Hunt. There will be 15,000+ eggs for kids to find, as well as an animal petting zoo, face painting, games and prizes to be won. The Easter Bunny will also be in attendance for photos.

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  • Albany Park

Apparently, Easter is also for the pups. Bring your good boy or girl to Horner Park for a Dog Egg Hunt, where your four-legged friends can search for treat-filled eggs hidden across the lawn. There will be a photo area, giveaways, "lick painting," a costume contest and more. All dogs will get a bandana, but VIP admission includes extras like a flower crown, dog park pint glass and 2024 calendar.

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  • Things to do
  • Museum Campus

Hop aboard a three-story, 140-foot luxury yacht for an Easter cruise around Lake Michigan. Kids can bust a move on the dance floor with the Easter Bunny and show off their artistic talents at a coloring station while adults snap pictures of the amazing views and sip on drinks from the fully stocked cash bar.

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  • Things to do
  • Suburbs

Hyatt Lodge Oak Brook hosts an Easter egg hunt for kids on March 23. Participants will be divided into three groups based on age, and can find special golden eggs filled with extra surprises. Don't forget to snap a photo with the Easter Bunny once the hunt's over. There will also be plenty of treats available for purchase, including popcorn, cotton candy, Dippin' Dots, and Bloody Marys and mimosas.

  • Things to do
  • Portage Park

Windy City Market hosts an Easter-themed edition of its monthly vintage fest. Shop for clothing, art, home goods, accessories and more during this two-day event at Patio Theater in Portage Park. Over 100 vendors will be on site offering unique treasures alongside delicious bites and live music by DJs. There will also be an egg hunt inside the venue, with surprises for those who find some.

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  • Things to do
  • Loop

Who says Easter egg hunts are only for kids? Unleash your inner child by heading over to Wrigleyville for an Easter-themed bar crawl. You can hop from venue to venue while sipping on drinks and hunting for eggs. Admission includes entry into all bars, a free breakfast buffet, bunny ears and gift cards to use on the crawl.

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