Hop Over to Inclusive Egg Hunts and Sensory-Friendly Bunny Visits Across Illinois
Hunt for eggs, see the Easter Bunny and enjoy plenty of family fun at sensory-friendly events in March and April
Wondering where the Easter Bunny will hop next?
The Division of Specialized Care for Children’s (DSCC) Special Events page can help you find sensory-friendly 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 partnered to provide these special Bunny Cares photo opportunities.
Bunny Cares events will take place at several malls in Illinois on Sunday, March 22.
You can click on the locations below to learn more and book your free sensory bunny visit (be sure to view “Bunny Hours” and “Event Schedule,” or search the event schedule for “Bunny Cares,” “Caring Bunny” or “Sensory Bunny” for each location):
The Bunny Cares experiences are free. Photos will be available to buy at each event. Space is limited. Visit the Bunny Cares website for a complete list of sites and more details.
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:
- Sensory-Friendly Easter Event in Springfield on March 21 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
- LLDSS Annual Easter Egg Hunt in Chatham on March 28 from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m.
- Sensory Egg Hunt at Mount Greenwood Park in Chicago on March 26 from 6 to 7 p.m.
- Hippity Hop Breakfast Party in Schaumburg on March 28 from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m.
- Edwardsville Children’s Museum EGGstravaganza in Edwardsville on March 28 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
- Williamson County Fair Easter Egg Hunt and Car Show in Marion on April 4 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Our Special Events page has more opportunities to find colorful eggs, have fun and celebrate spring.
Many of the events are free.
Please note that DSCC shares many of these community events on behalf of other organizations. If you have questions about a specific event, please contact the event sponsor or organizer using the contact number or website listed for each program.
Happy hopping and hunting!
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.
Sensory-Friendly Easter Bunny Visits
Hippity-hoppity, the Easter Bunny is on its way!
Sensory-friendly Easter Bunny visits are happening at sites throughout Illinois and the St. Louis area. Individuals of all ages and abilities may schedule an appointment.
The visits will take place in a calmer, quieter environment that supports visitors’ sensory, physical and developmental needs. Autism Speaks is partnering with Cherry Hill Programs to provide these special Easter Bunny photo events.
The Bunny Cares experiences are free. Photos will be available to buy at each event.
You can see the Easter Bunny on March 26 at the following locations (in the “Reserve” section for each location, click on the “Events” button and select “Bunny Cares”):
- Fox Valley
- Frontenac Plaza (Missouri)
- Hawthorn Mall
- Market Place Shopping Center
- Northwoods Mall
- Orland Square Mall
- White Oaks Mall
- Woodfield Mall (also hosting an event on April 2)
Reservations are limited. Visit the Bunny Cares website for a complete list of sites and to reserve your spot.
Many communities are also hosting sensory-friendly egg hunts and opportunities to meet the Easter Bunny. To find these events and other family-friendly spring activities, hop on over to our Special Events page.