Weโre always looking forย sensory-friendly activities and eventsย for families. Now weโve filled a basketful of Easter events with mall bunny times andย egg huntsย for kids with special needs.
Hereโs a quick tip for parents โ check with your communityโs special recreation association for other Easter events. If you canโt find your special recreation association, checkย here.
Looking for more events for kids with special needs? Find more sensory-friendly events in Chicago listed in ourย calendar.
Caring Bunny at Orland Square Mall
March 26, 2023
- Address: Orland Square Mall,ย 288 Orland Square, Orland Park
Caring Bunny provides an exclusive, subdued and welcoming environment for children with special needs and their families. Free event, photos available for purchase.ย Caring Bunny will be in the Upper Level Von Maur Wing at Orland Square Mall. Reservations are required.
Caring Bunny at Woodfield Mall
March 26, April 2, 2023
- Address: Woodfield Mall,ย 5 Woodfield Mall,ย Schaumburg
Caring Bunny provides an exclusive, subdued and welcoming environment for children with special needs and their families. Free event, photos available for purchase.ย Caring Bunny will be in the Grand Court at Woodfield Mall. Reservations are required.
Sensory Bunny at Fox Valley Mall
March 26, 2023
- Address: Fox Valley Mall,ย 195 Fox Valley Center, Aurora
This sensory-friendly program is for all ages and abilities. Sensory triggers including mall traffic, music, lights and fountains are muted to limit distractions. The event will include a goodie basket along with a visit with the Easter Bunny. Photos are available to purchase. Registration is required.
Sensory Bunny at Hawthorn Mall
March 26, 2023
- Address: Hawthorn Mall,ย 122 Hawthorn Center, Vernon Hills
This sensory-friendly program is located on the lower level in Macyโs court and it will feature photos with the bunny and a giveaway. Photos are available to purchase. Registration is required.
Sensory Friendly Easter Bunny at Southlake Mall
April 2, 2023
- Address: Southlake Mall,ย 2109 Southlake Mall, Merrillville, Indiana
Children who prefer a sensory-friendly experience with the Easter Bunny will be able to visit before the mall opens. Reservations are required.
Sensory Friendly Egg Hunt
March 31, 2023
- Address: Recreation Center,ย 6601 W. 127th St., Palos Heights
- Cost:ย Free
Families can enjoy a sensory-friendly egg hunt in the Orchard Room. All ages are welcome and broken up into ages 3-12 and ages 13-plus. Registration is required.
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