An Egg-Cellent Easter in Lake County 2026

By: Stephanie Wylie 03/20/2026

Spring in Lake County is arriving with more than just a change in the weather, as local parks and dining rooms transform into a sprawling playground for families ready to embrace the season. Get ready for a month of "hare-raising" adventures and syrupy pancake feasts. This year's lineup of festivities proves that whether you’re hunting for hidden treasures or just a great cup of coffee with the Bunny, Lake County has perfected the art of the springtime celebration.

Egg-cellent Egg Hunts in Lake County

• Children can dash across the aquatic fields of Central Park to fill their baskets during Grayslake’s age-specific Easter Egg Hunt. (March 28) INFO»
• The hunt is on at Paulus Park in Lake Zurich, where the Bunny will hide surprises for children ages 2 to 12 to find "rain or shine." (March 28) INFO»
• From four-legged friends sniffing out treats to children chasing the elusive Golden Egg, Deerpath Park in Vernon Hills offers a morning of "tail-wagging fun." (March 28) INFO»
• Families can dash onto the indoor turf for a giant egg hunt and an all-you-can-eat pancake feast during Canlan Sports’ rain-or-shine "Breakfast with the Bunny" celebration. (March 28) INFO»
• Families can hop over to Viking Park for a "hare-raising" morning of staggered egg hunts, crafts, and a continental breakfast with the Bunny during Gurnee’s sponsor-backed Bunny Bash. (March 28) INFO»
• Young night owls ages 10 to 14 should grab their flashlights for a sunset scramble during Antioch’s high-energy egg hunt. (April 2) INFO»
• Families can follow the brand-new Bunny Trail through historic downtown Long Grove to collect treats and enjoy fire truck tours. (April 4) INFO»
• Waukegan’s 28th annual Eggstravaganza Trail at Corrine J. Rose Park invites kids to hop along a festive path filled with bubbles, ponies, and candy-filled eggs. (April 4) INFO»
• The Easter Bunny makes a grand entrance at the Antioch Easter Parade, followed immediately by an egg hunt for registered children at the William E. Brook Entertainment Center. (April 4) INFO»
• With over 10,000 toy- and candy-filled eggs scattered across the grounds, the Zion Park District’s hunt promises a massive haul for the whole family. (April 4) INFO»
• Sunset Woods Park transforms into a sensory-friendly wonderland, offering inclusive playground hunts for toddlers and a whimsical "Alice in Wonderland" themed scramble for families. (April 5) INFO»
• Older children will have to put their tracking skills to the test during Adler Park’s Egg Quest, which features hidden treasures across natural terrain. (April 14) INFO»

Delicious Easter Dining in Lake County

• Families can beat the holiday crowds at Dave & Buster’s in Vernon Hills on March 21 during a morning of arcade games, breakfast, and early-access photos with the Bunny. (March 21) INFO»
• Fox Lake kicks off the festivities with a hearty community breakfast at Lakefront Park before moving the party outside for a 10 a.m. egg hunt. (March 28) INFO»
• JJ Twig’s Wauconda will host an Easter Egg Hunt that includes prizes, treats, crafts and plenty of fun! (March 29) INFO»
• The Magnolia Cafe & Bakery at Lambs Farm hosts a mission-driven Bunny Brunch, complete with spring crafts in the greenhouse. (April 3-4) INFO»
• The Patty Turner Center banquet room in Deerfield transforms into a festive hall on April 4 for a morning of dancing, crafts, and breakfast with the Bunny. (April 4) INFO»
• LAGO by Fabio Viviani elevates Easter Sunday on April 5 with a chef-curated feast featuring prime rib, Alaskan king salmon, and a decadent sweets station. (April 5) INFO»
• Lake Zurich families can enjoy a smoky spread at BBQ’d Productions where a festive brunch buffet leads up to a high-stakes 1 p.m. egg hunt. (April 5) INFO»
• The Grand Ballroom at The Ten Hotel in Gurnee will be filled with the aroma of made-to-order omelets and carving stations during their Easter Brunch. (April 5) INFO»
• Magnolia Cafe & Bakery offers a final holiday spread on Easter Sunday serving up a menu of "made with a mission" entrees and sweets in Libertyville. (April 5) INFO»
• Easter Brunch at Primo features an extensive buffet from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Reservations required. (April 5) INFO» 
• Easter Brunch at Wild Onion Brewery includes made-to-order omelets, prime rib, ham carving station, seafood bar, desserts, and bottomless mimosas. (April 5) INFO»
• Easter Brunch at O’Toole’s Libertyville features a buffet with a variety of classic breakfast and lunch dishes, a special kids’ menu, and an Easter Bunny appearance. Multiple seating times available (April 20). INFO»
• Easter Brunch at Charlie’s Hideaway at White Deer Run Golf Club offers a buffet-style brunch with various dishes and desserts. $49.95 for adults, $24.95 for kids 6-12, and free for kids 5 and under. (April 5) INFO»
• Lindy’s Easter Brunch includes a carving station, seafood station, made-to-order omelets, kids' station, and complimentary champagne/mimosas for adults. (April 5) INFO»

Meet The Bunny and Other Springtime Activities

• Gurnee Mills will also host Easter Bunny photos daily, with multiple families scheduled during each 15-minute slot (March 6 - April 5). INFO»
• The Bunny Burrow at Hawthorn transforms into a high-energy "Bunny Dance Party" where families can pair their seasonal photo sessions with hourly KIDZ BOP dance breaks. (March 13-April 4) INFO» 
• Families can "hop into spring" at Hawthorn Row for a morning of age-staggered egg hunts, face painting and a meet-and-get with "mischievous bunny" guests in the green space. (March 21) INFO»
• Peter Patterson Glassworks in Mundelein offers a hands-on glassblowing experience, allowing participants to create their own colorful glass Easter eggs (March 21-22 and March 28-29). INFO»
• Gurnee Mills' Caring Bunny event provides a sensory-friendly experience exclusively for children with special needs, featuring a private photo opportunity (March 22) INFO»
• Hawthorn Mall will host a sensory-friendly Bunny experience on March 22, providing a calm environment and special treats from Maggiano’s for families seeking a quieter way to create spring memories. (March 22) INFO»
• Phase Three Brewing Company in Lake Zurich will host Brunch with the Bunny, offering a family-friendly morning with delicious food and an Easter Bunny photo op (March 28 and April 4). INFO» 
• Adults can get in on the holiday spirit during the Bunny Bar Hop in downtown Grayslake on March 28, where hopping between local pubs helps collect donations for a women’s shelter. (March 28) INFO»

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