On the Hunt: Find Easter Eggs in Lincoln Square and Northcenter

Time to break out the pastels and don hats; Easter Sunday is March 31.

And in Lincoln Square and Northcenter, families have several chances to join their neighbors in a search for candy and prizes. Several local organizations are hosting Easter Egg Hunts. 

Here’s a round-up of what’s going on Saturday and Sunday:

26th Annual Spring Egg Hunt in Northcenter
Saturday at 10 a.m., 4100 N. Damen Ave.

Children can pick up a map and receive their first candy and prize-filled eggs in the Northcenter Town Square. Families can then walk down Lincoln Avenue and collect eggs. Come back to the Town Square at noon for music, food and the Spring Ahead Hat contest. Prizes will be awarded for the best-decorated hat for ages 3 and under, 4-9 and 10 and older.  Organized by the Northcenter Chamber of Commerce. 

Doggie Egg Hunt at Horner Park
Saturday from 10 a.m. until 12 p.m., 2741 W. Montrose Ave.  

This egg hunt is for the dogs. Instead of candy, eggs will be filled with treats. For a $10 entry fee, dogs can eat all the treats they catch and will receive a bandana. After the hunt, join in the popular doggie "Spring bonnet parade." Photos with the Easter Bunny will be available for an additional fee. Remember, Horner Park doesn't have a perimieter fence, so keep dogs on a leash at all times. 

Chase Park Easter EGGstravaganza

Saturday from 10 a.m. until 12 p.m., 4701 N. Ashland Ave.

The Chase Park Advisory Council will be hosting multiple egg hunts at the park Saturday morning. Families can also enjoy an Easter Bunny photo-op, face painting and craft projects.

20th District Egg Hunt and Bake Sale
Saturday at 10 a.m., 5400 N. Lincoln Ave.

Stealing is OK as long as it’s eggs. The 20^th District of the Chicago Police Department is hosting an egg hunt at their police station for children up to 8 years old. Easter bags will be supplied and a bake sale to sponsor youth activities will be in the lobby.

Winnemac Park Easter Egg Hunt
Sunday at 9 a.m., Winnemac Park southwest corner playground

A new tradition is starting in the park as the Community Christian Church will host their first egg hunt. Kids of all ages are welcome—don’t forget to bring a basket or bag for the eggs.