Many (many!) Easter egg hunts and events are happening this weekend, and you can also go soak up the early bits of spring at beautiful outdoor locations around town

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

All the egg hunts we know of in Champaign-Urbana are in one list for you and we cannot even wrap our heads around how many there are to choose from! It is a busy, busy weekend in chambana. Aside from egg hunts, we are heading into early spring flower season as the weather warms up. While things are just beginning to green up, you can spot daffodils and other early spring flowers around town. Head to one of our favorite places to enjoy nature, like the Champaign County Forest Preserves or Busey Woods in Urbana. And while we aren’t quite there yet, we will be on “Sakura watch” for the famous cherry blossom trees at Japan House very soon!

chambanamoms.com thanks Lightwire Theater: The Ugly Duckling for presenting this weekend’s planner

Lightwire Theater brings a classic tale to the modern stage in an unforgettable theatrical experience. Lined with electroluminescent wire, the beloved story of The Ugly Duckling plays out on stage through a cutting edge blend of puppetry, technology, and dance.

With dazzling visuals, poignant choreography, and the creative use of music ranging from classical to pop, this production brings this story into a new and brilliant light.

Recommended for ages 3 and up.

For more information: Website

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.

Friday, March 29, 2024

Alpaca Snuggles and Selfies
Time: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Sundrop Alpacas

Saturday, March 30, 2024

Eggstravaganza - FREE
Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
West Side Park

Illini Heritage Rehab & Health Care Community Easter Egg Hunt
Time: 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Illini Heritage Rehab & Health Care

Illini Men's and Women's Tennis Egg Hunt
Time: 3:00 pm
Atkins Tennis Center

Sunday, March 31, 2024

Fighting Illini Softball vs. Minnesota | La Casa Spanish Heritage Game | Postgame Easter Egg Hunt
Time: 12:00 pm
Eichelberger Field

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 – Urbana Park District 

The Urbana Park District is offering a wide range of summer camps, including creative, nature, sports and more. Find details on all camp offerings in the program guide here. Registration for camps is already open, with Super Early Bird Prices in effect through April 2.

Dates: June 3 – August 9. Camp hours vary between 7:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m., with full and part day options available.

Ages Served: 3 – 15 years old

Location: Urbana Park District

For More Information: Website or Facebook

Beckman Institute Open House

Friday, April 5, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday, April 6, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Shrink to beetle-size and brave the microscopic world of bugs. Traverse a blocky Minecraft landscape to interact with digital DNA. Try on a pair of goggles or headphones to see and hear like someone else. Sound interesting?

Guests of all ages are invited to see, hear, and experience science from perspectives like these at the Beckman Institute Open House, scheduled for Friday, April 5, and Saturday, April 6. The event is free and open to the public. The Beckman Institute is located at 405 N. Mathews Ave., Urbana.

For more information: Website, Facebook or Instagram

Prairie Gardens Spring Open House

Introduce the wondrous world of gardening to kids with FREE Garden Activity tables at the Prairie Gardens Spring Open House.

Kids are invited to paint their own Terra Cotta Pot and plant a live Pansy inside to take home.

Paint-A-Pot and Plant-A-Pansy Tables will be set up near the Prairie Gardens Toys Department during the PG Spring Open House event from 8 a.m.-6 p.m.

Kids of all ages are welcome.

Other Spring Open House activities include exclusive specials, big garden giveaways, FREE garden seminars AND MORE.

Locally-owned since 1964, Prairie Gardens is a local Garden, Home and Retail store located in Champaign, IL on the corner of Springfield & Duncan.

For more information: Website