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*Masks are required at all events. Bring a bag or basket for hunts. Register early, spaces are limited. Maximums based on current COVID-19 guidelines.
Shamrock Shake
Come have a 'shamrocking' good time! Spend an exciting evening celebrating St. Patrick's Day! Kids will do St. Pat's Day crafts, games, and have a delicious snack! (AM)
AGE:3-7yrs
DAY: Mon
DATE: Mar 15
TIME: 6-7:30 pm
FEE: $15/$20
CODE: 310203-01
LOCATION: Rec Center
Trap a Leprechaun
Do you have the luck of the Irish on your side to catch Itasca's mischievous leprechaun? The Park District has the inside scoop and knows when the leprechaun will be running around Itasca, leaving a trail of green items and even some gold coins in people's front yards. Set a trap in your front lawn and see if you can catch him! Don't be surprised if he leaves green items and trinkets to find in your front lawn, along with some gold coins around your trap. Make sure traps are set out in the front lawn on Monday, March 15th between 12:00-3:00 pm. This program is limited to Itasca Park District and Village Residents. If you are an Itasca Village resident but not a park district resident, call the office at 630-773-2257 for assistance.
AGE: All
DAY: Mon-Sun
DATE: Mar 15
TIME: 12-3pm
FEE: $15
CODE: 421212-01
Lucky’s Flashlight
Hunt Lucky, Itasca's Leprechaun, is helping us celebrate St. Patrick's Day with a Flashlight Hunt at Washington Park! He will be leaving green and gold coins, as well as some other fun treats for you to search for. Some items you fine can be turned in for prizes! All participants will walk away with a themed goody bag. Please bring a flashlight. Masks and social distancing are required. One time slot per child. (ER)
AGE:1-14yrs
DAY: Wed
DATE: Mar 17
TIME: 7-7:15pm/ 7:30-7:45 pm/ 8-8:15 pm
FEE: $8
LOCATION: Washington Park
Pot of Gold Scavenger Hunt
Lucky the Leprechaun is trying to find his Pot of Gold! Can you help him? Participants will enjoy solving clues, riddles and puzzles that lead them on an exciting hunt for the Pot of Gold around Itasca! Complete anytime between March 12th and March 21st. Email correct locations you visited to erubo@itascaparkdistrict.com to be entered for a prize. The first clue will be emailed to you on March 12th at 12:00 pm. Price per family. You can register additional members to receive more entries for a prize.
AGE: All
DAY: Mon-Sun
DATE: Mar 12-Mar 21
FEE: $5
CODE: 421211-01
Flashlight Egg Hunt
Grab your flashlights and head to the field at Washington Park for an Egg Hunt in the dark! Each participant will be able to hunt for 12 eggs. Make sure to check your eggs after for candy, prizes or the prize eggs! Masks and social distancing will be required. One time slot per person. Itasca Park District and Village Residents will have priority registration through 3/9/21, Registration opens for non-residents on 3/10/21. If you are an Itasca Resident, but not a Park District resident, you can call the office at 630-773-2257 for assistance registering.
AGE: 1-14yrs
DAY: Mon
DATE: Mar 22
TIME: 7-7:15pm/ 7:30-7:45 pm/ 8-8:15 pm
FEE: $10
LOCATION: Washington Park
Eggstreme Teen Night
Tweens and Teens, come out to Washington Park for an "Eggcellent" Egg Hunt! There will be hundreds of eggs hidden throughout the park for you to seek out. Check your eggs for special prizes. Don’t forget your flashlight! Masks and social distancing will be required. One adult per child. One time slot per person. Itasca Park District and Village Residents will have priority registration through 3/9/21, Registration opens for non-residents on 3/10/21. If you are an Itasca Resident, but not a Park District resident, you can call the office at 630-773-2257 for assistance.
AGE: 10-15yrs
DAY: Fri
DATE: Mar 26
TIME: 7-7:15pm/ 7:45-8 pm/ 8:30-8:45 pm
FEE: Free
LOCATION: Washington Park
Adult Eggstravaganza
Egg Hunts are not just for kids! Get your running shoes on and be ready for an intense egg hunt! Hundreds of eggs will be hidden throughout Washington Park. Check your eggs for candy and various prizes. Don’t forget your flashlights! Masks and social distancing will be required. One time slot per person. Itasca Park District and Village Residents will have priority registration through 3/9/21, Registration opens for nonresidents on 3/10/21. If you are an Itasca Resident, but not a Park District resident, you can call the office at 630-773-2257 for assistance.
AGE: 18+yrs
DAY: Thu
DATE: Mar 25
TIME: 7-7:15pm/ 7:45-8 pm/ 8:30-8:45 pm
FEE: Free
LOCATION: Washington Park
Senior Scramble
Itasca Seniors, come out and remember what it is like to be a kid! This 60+ egg hunt is sure to bring out the child in everyone! Inside each egg there will be candy, a coupon, or prize. Don’t forget your flashlights! Masks and social distancing will be required. Itasca Park District and Village Residents will have priority registration through 3/9/21, Registration opens for non-residents on 3/10/21. If you are an Itasca Resident, but not a Park District resident, you can call the office at 630-773-2257 for assistance registering.
AGE:60+yrs
DAY: Wed
DATE: Mar 24
TIME: 7-7:15 pm
FEE: Free
CODE: 421206-01
LOCATION: Washington Park
Boozy Bunny Egg Hunt
This adult’s only egg hunt is making it convenient and bringing it right to your front yard! Adults 21 and older will enjoy simply walking out their front door to find 24 eggs hidden in their front yard filled with candy and some favorite adult beverages. Must be 21 years or older, and an Itasca Park District or Village Resident. Eggs will be delivered between 6:00-8:00 pm on Monday, March 29th. If you are an Itasca Resident, but not a Park District resident, you can call the office at 630-773-2257 for assistance registering.
AGE: 21+yrs
DAY: Mon
DATE: Mar 29
TIME: 6-8 pm
FEE: $30
CODE: 421209-02
Hoppy Visits
The Itasca Bunny is hopping around town and visiting Itasca Park District and Village Residents. Participants will get a 5-10 minute driveway visit from the bunny and bunny basket! Masks are required, except during pictures. Please plan to be home and ready anytime between 9:30 am and 12:00 pm. A more specific time frame will be emailed the day before. If you are an Itasca Resident, but not a Park District resident, you can call the office at 630-773-2257 for assistance registering.
AGE:1-14yrs
DAY: Sat
DATE: Mar 20
TIME: 9:30 am-12 pm
FEE: $25- First Child/ $15- Additional Children
Spring Fling at Home
The Itasca Bunny's helpers are hopping around town and dropping of Spring Fling Egg Hunts on the front yards of Itasca Park District and Village Residents. 24 eggs and a bunny basket will be hidden per child. Bring the egg hunt to you in a fun and safe environment! Price is per child. If you are an Itasca Resident, but not a Park District resident, you can call the office at 630-773-2257 for assistance registering. Nonresidents can schedule a pick-up of their eggs and baskets. AGE:Birth-14yrs
DAY: Fri
DATE: Mar 26
TIME: 12-3 pm
FEE: $20/$25
CODE: 421210-01
Spring Fling
The Itasca Bunny will be hiding eggs at Washington Park this year! Register each child, ages 0 through 14, for one of the three time slots. Egg hunts will promptly begin five minutes after the start of each time slot. After the egg hunt, each family will have an opportunity to take a picture with the Itasca Bunny! While waiting to see the bunny, check your eggs for a prize ticket. Masks and social distancing will be required. One time slot per person. One adult per child. Itasca Park District and Village Residents will have priority registration through 3/9/21, Registration opens for non-residents on 3/10/21. If you are a Itasca Resident, but not a Park District resident, you can call the office at 630-773-2257 for assistance..
AGE: Birth-14yrs
DAY: Sat
DATE: Mar 27
TIME: 9:30-10:15am/ 10:45-11:30am/ 12-12:45 pm
FEE: Free
LOCATION: Washington Park
Funny Bunny
Boys and girls will enjoy an evening of fun-filled Easter crafts, games, and yummy snacks. We will decorate eggs, read bunny stories, play Easter games, and much more! Hop along and have some fun with us! (AM)
AGE: 3-7yrs
DAY: Mon
DATE: Apr 5
TIME: 6-7:30 pm
FEE: $15/$20
LOCATION: Itasca Rec Center