Get Hopping to Sensory-Friendly Bunny Visits and Egg Hunts in April
Enjoy inclusive egg hunts, time with the Easter Bunny and lots of family fun at sites across Illinois
Wondering where the Easter Bunny will hop next?
Check out our Special Events page to find sensory-friendly Easter Bunny visits and egg hunt options for individuals with disabilities of all ages.
The Bunny Cares program offers Easter Bunny visits in a calmer, quieter environment that supports visitors’ sensory, physical and developmental needs. Autism Speaks and Cherry Hill Programs have teamed up to provide these special Bunny Cares photo opportunities.
Bunny Cares events are scheduled at several malls in Illinois on Sunday, April 6.
Click on the locations below to learn more and book your free sensory bunny visit (be sure to search the event schedule for “Bunny Cares,” “Caring Bunny” or “Sensory Bunny” for each location):
Photos will be available to buy at each event. Reservations are limited. Visit the Bunny Cares website for more details and a complete list of sites.
There are more “eggs-cellent” opportunities to meet the Easter Bunny and hunt for eggs throughout Illinois.
If you’re located in the west and northwest suburbs, check out Kidlist for Easter egg hunts and more.
We’ve also highlighted a variety of egg hunts and bunny visits happening in communities across the state. These events include:
- Bunny Hop Breakfast for People with Disabilities and Their Families in Schaumburg on April 5 from 9 to 10:30 a.m.
- Sensory-Friendly Easter Bunny Event in Springfield on April 5 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
- The Dr. Patchett Extra Special Eggstravaganza in Carterville on April 5 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- Inclusive “Easter Egg Hunt Miracle Mile” Event in Rockford on April 6 from 2 to 4 p.m.
- Sensory Egg Hunt for Children With Disabilities in Champaign on April 12 from 1 to 3:15 p.m.
Our Special Events page has more opportunities for finding colorful eggs, having fun and celebrating spring.
Many of the events are free. You can use the contact and registration information provided with each event listing to learn more.
Please note that the Division of Specialized Care for Children (DSCC) does not sponsor or organize these events. We are sharing the details to help families find inclusive events in their communities.