As we close out spring break, it has left us anticipating all things SPRING even more than we already were

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

We know we are in the midst of spring break and all, but there is something about the impending shift in the weather that makes spring TRULY feel right around the corner. (Well, mostly. We are in Champaign-Urbana, after all.) It is light out later, Illini baseball and softball games are happening (well, when weather cooperates) and oh my, the events in town! We have been busy at work loading up our event calendar so that you have the schedule for everything heading through spring into summer. Check back often, as events are being added daily to help you plan.

We are also aware that many Easter events are going to start happening in the coming weeks; check out the growing list of egg hunts and more now.

chambanamoms thanks Champaign Park District for presenting this weekend planner

Plan a summer of fun with Champaign Park District! Enjoy a variety of activities for youth and adults, including aquatics, sports, tennis, cultural arts, and so much more! Registration of Champaign-Urbana residents is open NOW. Registration for non-residents opens on March 27. Don’t wait—start making your summer plans today!

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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. 

Check out our 2025 Summer Camp guide as you plan for this summer’s adventures!

Champaign Park District

End Spring Break with a sprinkle of magic. Catch Champaign Park District’s Youth Theatre performance of The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical! Based on the beloved New York Times bestseller, this enchanting musical follows 12-year-old Percy Jackson as he discovers his true identity as a demigod. Join him on an epic quest to retrieve Zeus’ stolen lightning bolt and avert a war among the Greek gods.

Location: Centennial High School Dates: 3/20 @7 p.m., 3/21 @ 1 p.m., 3/22 @ 2 p.m. & 7 p.m.

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UIUC Astronomy Department

Icko Iben Jr. Distinguished Lecture Series in Astronomy

Wednesday, March 26, 7 p.m.

Where did the building blocks of life come from? The answer lies in the hearts of distant stars and incredibly powerful explosions such as supernovae, which help spread fundamental elements to galaxies far and wide where they can spark new life. The talk explores how hundreds of millions of celestial events have forged the elements that make up the Solar System, Earth, and us. Travel deep inside a giant star nearing the end of its life and witness the collision of stellar corpses. From the oxygen we breathe to the iron in our blood, the silicon in Earth’s mantle to the uranium that warms our planet’s core and helps give our planet its protective magnetic field, we owe it all to the stars!

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Ready, Set, Connect! Free Developmental Screenings

United Way of Champaign County, Birth-5 Illinois, and the Champaign County Home Visiting Consortium are offering free developmental screenings for children from birth to five years old. These screenings assess communication, social, and motor skills to help families track their child’s development. Screenings will be available at multiple locations across Champaign County on the following dates:

• Urbana – Every Tuesday & Friday
• Rantoul –  April 9
• Mahomet – April 9
• St. Joseph – April 23 (Register here)
• Philo – April 24
• Thomasboro – April 28 (Register here)
• Tolono Public Library – April 2 (Register here) (Walk-ins accepted)

Please see this flyer with instructions on how to register for the screening that you would like to attend.

For more information: English or French

Urbana Family Dental

At Urbana Family Dental, they always like to welcome new patients. They are very dedicated to helping you get your confidence back with a new smile. No insurance? Give them a call, they offer payment options for certain treatment.

For more information: Website, Facebook or call (217) 729-7411

Leaders for Life Martial Arts

About Leaders for Life: Leaders for Life Martial Arts is your partner in parenting. Their programs will help your child develop essential skills such as confidence, discipline, and self-defense that they can apply to all areas of life while having fun and socializing.

For more information: Website, Facebook or Instagram