This winter weekend is about looking ahead to spring

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

We know you have spring fever… because we do, too! We cannot wait until we can plan our weekends around playgrounds, forest preserves and pretty soon, egg hunts. But until that time comes, we have a lot to choose from to get out of the house and into some family-friendly fun.

Hang on, because we’ve almost made it through another Chambana winter. We can’t wait for what comes next!

chambanamoms thanks McKinley Foundation for presenting this weekend planner

Saturday, March 1, 1 – 4 p.m.

Calling all butterfly enthusiasts! Learn about the preservation of Monarch butterflies and other pollinators at this family-friendly, interactive event. So many activities planned, you’ll need the entire afternoon to see and do everything!

Activities include: face painting, story circles, service projects, science & anatomy, crafts, games, temporary tattoos, seed bombs and more.

Appropriate for ages 3 to 12. No registration required.

FREE PARKING! University lot C6 immediately west of the Foundation on Daniel St.

Participating organizations: Delight Flower Farm, Faith In Place, Grand Prairie Friends, McKinley Presbyterian Church, Red Oak Rain Garden, Urbana Free Library Seed Exchange, Urbana Park District, and more!

For more information: Website, Facebook, or Instagram

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.

Thank you to Herriott’s Rents, Tents & Events for presenting the chambanamoms events calendar. 

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

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. 

State Farm Center – CoComelon: Sing-A-Long LIVE

The brand new CoComelon: Sing-A-Long LIVE is coming to Chambana! Dance and sing along with JJ, Nina, Cody, Cece and all of their friends to some of your favorite bops, including “If You’re Happy and You Know It,” “Wheels on the Bus,” “Animal Dance,” “Head Shoulders Knees and Toes,” “Freeze Dance,” and many more!

Tickets go on sale this Friday at 10 a.m.!

For more information: Website, Facebook, Instagram

Camp of the Week – Illinois Volleyball Camps

Head to Historic Huff Hall for another summer of Illinois Volleyball Camps! The Illinois Volleyball staff and its student-athletes will help you learn and fine-tune all the skills to becoming an elite volleyball player!

Dates: June 7, 8, 13, 14, 21, 22; July 12, 13, 19, 20.
Each day, session I runs from 10 a.m. – noon and session II runs 1 – 3 p.m.

Ages served: 10-18 years old

Location: Huff Hall, 1206 S 4th St, Champaign

For more information: Website

Champaign Park District

Champaign Park District is committed to providing opportunities for a safe, fun, and adventurous summer through positive camp experiences for young people. Camps are designed to encourage building friendships, having new experiences, and making lasting memories.

For more information: Website, Facebook or Instagram

Kona Ice of Champaign

Sit back and have fun while Kona Ice of Champaign takes care of everything. Kona brings the party directly to you. Kona’s beautiful trucks with flashing lights and upbeat music will get everyone in the party mood. Kids and adults love trying its many flavors. You can flavor your own Kona Ice at its signature Flavorwave or choose from a specialty menu. Kona even has completely sugar free options. The best part: Kona Ice is nutritious and delicious. All of its products are gluten, fat, peanut and dairy free. All products contain Vitamins C & D!

For more information: Website, Facebook, Instagram, or call (217) 974-5662.

Q Dental

Q Dental is not just another dental office, rather it is a team of dental professionals who come together to provide advanced, compassionate, and comfortable dental care to our community. Above all, they stake their reputation on the quality of their work and the quality of their character as a team.

In their office, they provide general, cosmetic, and emergency dental services for all. They also offer full arch restorative dentistry with fixed implant supported prosthetics.

For more information: Website, Facebook or call (217) 352-4646