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Easter Events for Peoria IL 2026 Include:
The Annual Lily Show will take place at Luthy Botanical Garden in Glen Oak Park from March 20 – April 12 from 10 am – 5 pm with the last entry at 4:30 pm each day. This year’s Lily Show fills the Conservatory with vibrant lilies, lush greenery, and playful nods to The Lorax – including whimsical truffula trees that bring the beloved story to life. The garden has free admission, however donations are appreciated.
Bunny Photos will be available at Northwoods Mall from March 20 through April 3. Packages of photos range in price from $39.99 to $59.99. Reservations are strongly encouraged and may be done at https://whereisbunny.com
Bunnies & Blossoms will take place at the Shoppes at Grand Prairie on Saturday, March 28 from Noon – 3 pm. Featuring face painting, balloon art, caricatures, animals from Wildlife Prairie Park, character appearances plus a scavenger hunt to win one of 12 baskets. The Easter Bunny will be on hand and each child will receive a goodie bag. Admission is free.
The Peoria Jaycees will host their Bunny Hop Easter Scavenger Hunt on the Peoria Riverfront (beginning at 817 SW Adams in Peoria) on Saturday, March 28 from 11 am – 2 pm. Follow the clues to hunt for eggs at various local businesses and landmarks along the Riverfront and Warehouse District. Each egg contains a treat and some may even contain a golden ticket that can be redeemed for a prize. Admission is free, however donations are always appreciated. Please register in order to spread out the start times and for the organizers to have a headcount for goodies. For full details and to register, visit https://peoriajaycees.ticketleap.com
Fond Du Lac Park District will host their 2nd Annual Easter Egg Hunt at the Middle Shelter at Veterans Park (located at 403 Springfield Road in East Peoria) on March 28 beginning at 10 am. For kids 12 and under, bring your basket to collect eggs. Admission is free. For more information, visit https://www.facebook.com
Freedom Paws Service Dogs Foundation will present a Pancake and Sausage Breakfast & Easter Egg Hunt at Shore Acres Clubhouse (located at 100 Park Blvd, Chillicothe) on Sunday, March 29 at 9 am. There will also be Easter Bunny photos from 10 – 11 am and an Easter Egg hunt at 11 am (bring your own basket). Admission is $10 for adults, $5 for kids aged 3 – 12 and free for kids 2 and under. For more information, visit www.freedompawsservicedogs.org
Gospelfest Ministries will present The Music of Easter at Crossroads Global Methodist Church (located at 1420 N. Main St. in Washington) on Sunday, March 29 at 6 pm. Featuring Shawn Degenhart and the Gospelfest Singers, admission is free with a love offering at the conclusion of the show. For more information, visit www.gospelfestministries.com
The Washington Park District will host the Great Egg Hunt at Washington Township Park’s Upper Field on Saturday, April 4 beginning at 9:30 am. The Easter bunny will be available to take pictures with children. Admission is free. Bring a basket to collect eggs. For more information, visit https://www.facebook.com
Wildlife Prairie Park will host several Easter events Friday through Sunday, April 3 – 5 from 9 am – 4:30 pm. An Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt will take place throughout the weekend with the winner receiving a private meet and greet with one of the animals. There will also be daily animal programs plus an Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday for various age groups: the 10 am hunt is for ages up to 4, the will be for ages up to 4, the 10:10 am hunt will be for ages 5 – 8 and the 10:20 am hunt will be for ages 9 – 12. The park will open at 8 am with a special prize basket will be awarded to the child who finds the golden egg during each egg hunt. Get pictures taken with the Easter Bunny at the Train Depot. The Zephyr Train will open at 10 am and Grandma Nana’s and the Station Food Trucks will be on hand from 9 am – Noon. The hunt is free with park admission which is $17 for ages 13 and up, $15 for senior citizens aged 65 and up, $12 for ages 3 – 12 and free for ages 2 and under and Park members. Reservations are required for each hunt and may be made at https://wildlifeprairiepark.org
Easter Brunches
Barrack’s Cater Inn: Serving on Easter Sunday, April 5 from 9:30 am to 3 pm, cost is $38 ($2 discount when pre-pay) and $18 for kids aged 4 – 12. To RSVP, call 309-692-3990 between 9 am – 5 pm Monday through Friday.
Wildlife Prairie Park: Serving on Easter Sunday, April 5 with two seatings: one at 10 am and the 2nd at 12:30 pm. Cost is $50 for adults and $25 for kids aged 3 – 12 and free for ages 2 and under which includes tax, gratuity, park admission plus the Easter Egg Hunt. Online registration is available at https://wildlifeprairiepark.org
