With our first taste of spring weather recently, we are happy to welcome March and all it brings

Families can choose from myriad events and activities this weekend in Champaign-Urbana

After a couple great days of weather, the promise of spring is surely right around the corner. And first on the list of “spring things” to get ready for is spring break beginning at the end of NEXT week! If you are looking for a growing-by-the-day list of things to do, you can visit our “what to do on spring break” list here. If you’re looking for spring break camps, there are a few of those open, as well.

As for this weekend, enjoy your choice of a number of things to do. Our libraries, performing arts centers and sporting venues are all hopping this weekend!

chambanamoms.com thanks Illinois Athletics for presenting this weekend’s planner

A few events to check out this weekend

Looking for something to do with your family? You’ve come to the right place! Our events calendar aggregates family-friendly events happening in the Champaign-Urbana metro area. We know you’re busy and looking for a bang for your buck, so we put an emphasis on including free and low-cost events that you can plan to attend on the fly. Please note that events are subject to change without notice.

Remember, many sporting events and outdoor activities are subject to change without notice or at the last minute. Check with event organizers when in doubt before heading out to an event. 

Thank you to OSF HealthCare for presenting the chambanamoms events calendar. For more information, visit OSF here.

Find the complete chambanamoms.com event calendar by clicking here now.

Saturday, March 2, 2024

Read Across America
Time: 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Martens Center

Sunday, March 3, 2024

Land of Lincoln Short Track Regional Speedskating
Time: All Day
University of Illinois Ice Arena

Illini Cat Club All Breed Cat Show
Time: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Former Hancock Fabrics Store

To read our 2024 summer camp guide, click here. This guide is continually receiving updates, as camps share their information with us. Please check back frequently. 

Camp of the Week – I-Power Gymnastics and Ninja

I-Power’s preschool camp includes gymnastics, ninja, group activities, creative learning, theme activities including music, games, water fun, and crafts. Great opportunity to introduce your child to a structured setting with lots of fun incorporated. Children must be fully toilet independent. Ages 3 – 5 years.

I-Power’s school age athletic camp focuses on fitness and fun! Kids will work on gymnastics and ninja skills, play group games, do craft/art time, and hang out with friends. The specialty camp weeks are themed and include extra-special bonus activities like tie dying, water games, a color powder war, visits from Olympic sport athletes & more! Ages 5-13.

Dates: May 28 through August 9

Ages Served: 3-13

Location: I-Power School of Gymnastics, 215 S. Staley Rd., Champaign

For more information: Website, Facebook and Instagram

Monarch and Pollinator Fair

Saturday, March 2, 1-4 p.m.
McKinley Foundation, 410 E. Daniel St., Champaign

Come Flutter with Monarchs and Friends! Head to the McKinley Foundation on March 2 from 1 to 4 p.m., to learn about Monarch butterflies and how to help them thrive in Illinois.

Enjoy this free, family-friendly and interactive event and learn about the preservation of Monarch butterflies and other pollinators! So many activities planned, you’ll need the entire afternoon to see and do everything.

• Face painting
• Story circles
• Service projects
• Science & anatomy
• Crafts
• Games
• Temporary tattoos
• Seed bombs

Appropriate for ages 3 to 12. No registration required.

More details available on their website.

Parking: Free Parking – University lot C6.  Immediately west of the Foundation on Daniel Street
Address: 410 E. Daniel Street, Champaign