October is here and so is our friendly neighborhood skeleton, Willie Bonez! Willie’s magical gravestone has been stolen and he needs your help to find the thief and retrieve his resting place! The thief is a big fan of Wilmette’s parks and will be dropping clues at three different Mystery Parks each week in October. […]

Art Café At Community Recreation Center Saturday, November 4 From 3-4 pm Age 4 & up Make something special & one-of-a-kind! Take a break and make some art at the Art Café! In this workshop, you'll select a pre-bisque piece (pre-fired pottery) to glaze from the many colors we offer, and return a week later […]

Registration for Breakfast with Santa opens at 10 am: 11/7 for residents 11/14 for non-residents REGISTER HERE Celebrate the holiday season with breakfast at The Lawn grill at the Wilmette Golf Club (3900 Fairway Drive). Attendees will visit with Santa, take a photo, and receive a goodie bag. Children will also have the opportunity to […]

Gillson Park Master Landscape Plan Open House  Wednesday, November 8 5-6:30 pm At the Mallinckrodt Center, 1041A Ridge Rd., Wilmette Follow-Up Input Opportunity!  Join the Wilmette Park District and Upland Design at the next open house. Gillson's landscape plans have been created and we want to share them with YOU! See the plans, share your feedback […]

Gnome-Vember Free Pop-Up Family Event! When: November 9 from 3:30-5 pm Where: Maple Park Search the park for hiding gnomes in a scavenger hunt & create your very own gnome decoration at our crafting station (while supplied last). We’ll finish our pop up with a parade through the park to show off your gnomes and […]

Ceramics Date Night At Community Recreation Center Friday, November 10 From 6-8 pm Age 18 & up A NEW program just for adults; bring your partner for this unique date night! Join us for a fun evening of getting messy and trying your hands at wheel throwing. Learn basic techniques from our skilled instructors. At […]

Ticket Sales begin for The Nutcracker General sales open: November 17 at 10 am TICKETS $12 Purchase tickets online, or at the Community Recreation Center front desk. For more information, please call 847-256-9686. Performances: December 8: 7 pm (Green Cast) December 9: 2 pm (Green Cast) and 7 pm (Red Cast) December 10: 2 pm (Red Cast) Celebrate […]

Storytime Mindfulness Workshop REGISTER NOW! Date: Saturday, November 18 Time: 11-11:50 am R-$29 / NR-$36 Age: 3-8 Enjoy a storytime and mindfulness workshop with local author, Michele Foote. Michele will read her picture book, What Should We Do Today, Mommy?, and discuss the joy of being in the present moment and seeing the world with […]

Art Café At Community Recreation Center Saturday, November 18 From 3-4 pm Age 4 & up Make something special & one-of-a-kind! Take a break and make some art at the Art Café! In this workshop, you'll select a pre-bisque piece (pre-fired pottery) to glaze from the many colors we offer, and return a week later […]

Center Fitness Club Holiday Hustle November 20 - January 5 (7 weeks) $35 Member / $75 Non-Member (includes gym access for duration of challenge) *Add-on: Unlimited Class Pass for 7 weeks $70 Resident / $80 Non-Resident Register at the Center Fitness Club front desk (3000 Glenview Rd.) *Register by 11/20 to guarantee your shirt. Late […]

Cyber Monday Sale Only one day, only online! Take advantage of the Cyber Monday Sale and save on 2024 Season Beach & Pool Passes! All day: Monday, 11/27 Sale opens at 12:00 am on 11/27 Sale closes at 11:59 pm on 11/27 CLICK HERE for Cyber Monday savings! PLEASE NOTE: *Checkout must be completed and […]

Tweet-tweet! Here comes Winter!  Don't let winter ruffle your feathers! Keep warm with program options at the Wilmette Park District! We have all your favorite events, workshops and classes to stay busy and active in the cold season. 2024 winter programs are posting online November 28.  Winter Programs Registration opens at 10 am: 12/12 for […]

Early Childhood Center Preschool OPEN HOUSE Tuesday, November 28 from 6-7 PM At the Early Childhood Center 3000 Glenview Rd., Wilmette Planning for Preschool? See what’s in store for your preschooler at the Wilmette Park District’s Early Childhood Preschool Open House! New families are welcome! Stop in for a meet & greet with our teachers, […]

Last Chance to mail your letters to Santa: December 3 Drop them off at the magic mailbox located at Mallinckrodt Park Gazebo! Dates: 11/17-12/3 Location: The Gazebo in Mallinckrodt Park 1041A Ridge Rd. Mail your letter to Santa at the magical North Pole Mailbox located in Mallinckrodt Park! Include a self addressed, stamped envelope so […]

Wilmette Center for the Arts presents The Nutcracker December 8: 7 pm (Green Cast) December 9: 2 pm (Green Cast) and 7 pm (Red Cast) December 10: 2 pm (Red Cast) TICKETS are SOLD OUT - Thanks for supporting our beloved holiday tradition! Enjoy the Show! Celebrate the holiday season with the Wilmette Park District's […]

Holiday Exhibition 2023 at Centennial Ice Rinks (2300 Old Glenview Rd.) Sunday, December 10 1-2:30 pm Free for spectators Cheer on our skaters and enjoy a holiday celebration at Centennial Ice! *Please note, there is NO PUBLIC SKATE on 12/10.

Winter & Spring After School Clubs at Central & Harper Now part of Winter Season Registration! Winter & Spring 2024 ASC programs are now posted! View ASC Winter View ASC Spring Winter & Spring 2024 ASC program registration opens: 12/12 at 10 am After School Clubs (ASC) are part of seasonal registration! Plan ahead and […]

Tweet-tweet! Here comes Winter!  Don't let winter ruffle your feathers! Keep warm with program options at the Wilmette Park District! We have all your favorite events, workshops and classes to stay busy and active in the cold season. 2024 winter programs are posting online November 28.  Winter Programs Registration opens at 10 am: 12/12 for […]

Plan ahead for 24-25 Preschool, CARE & Campus Clubs! Our school year programs are a great way to extend the day and get the coverage you need while your child is learning and having fun with friends! Be ready for the 2024-2025 school year and mark your calendar for these important dates: 11/28/23 – ECC Preschool Open […]

Tweet-tweet! Here comes Winter!  Don't let winter ruffle your feathers! Keep warm with program options at the Wilmette Park District! We have all your favorite events, workshops and classes to stay busy and active in the cold season. 2024 winter programs are posting online November 28.  Winter Programs Registration opens at 10 am: 12/12 for […]

Skate with Santa at Centennial Ice Rinks (2300 Old Glenview Rd.) Sunday, December 24 11 am-12:30 pm $5 entry fee (4 & under are FREE) Enjoy a holiday-themed public skate! We’ll have cocoa, candy canes, plus a visit from St. Nick! Skate rental available: $4.50. Please bring a non-perishable food donation for the Wilmette Food […]

Center Fitness Club student membership for Winter Break! Winter Break Student Membership Promotion Available for purchase November 15-December 31. Expires 60 days from date of purchase. Available for students only between the ages of 14-23. Non-transferrable R-$60 / NR-$70 Purchase at the Center Fitness Club front desk: 3000 Glenview Rd., Wilmette

A Ouilmette Foundation Fundraiser 2024 Coneflower Paddle Classic Wilmette Platform Tennis Club, 3551 Lake Avenue Registration: $150 per team/per event Learn more & register! Join us for our third annual Coneflower Paddle Classic tournament and crown yourself a champion! There will be six divisions with a champion in each - you may register for multiple […]

Center Fitness Club Holiday Special November 15 - January 5 25% off Personal Training and Group Fitness packages Happy Holidays from the Center Fitness Club! Whether you're starting a fresh fitness routine, or continuing your hard healthy work, we're here to support you on your wellness journey. Take advantage of our Holiday Special and save […]

Spring 2024 Wilmette Baseball Association K-1 Intro to Baseball League Registration begins January 15 for the 2024 WBA spring league. Learn more & register through our League Page!

Pop-Up Snow Day FREE event at Hibbard Park, 3000 Glenview Rd. DATE: Monday, January 22 TIME: 3:30-5 pm Come play in the snow! Build snowfolk, make snow angels and have fun in the winter wonderland! Cocoa and snowfolk accessories will be available for attendees while supplies last. Participants may bring their own creative snowman accessories. […]

Get excited for longer days, sunshine and all the excitement of camp season... VIEW SUMMER CAMPS Browse 2024 Summer Camps, starting January 23 Registration begins at 10 am February 6 for residents February 13 for non-residents Camp season begins June 10!

Residents, start your engines for 2024-2025 School Year Registration! Our school year programs are a great way to extend the day and get the coverage you need while your child is learning and having fun with friends! 2024-2025 programs posted for browsing on 12/19/23. Make sure to view all our offerings for Early Childhood Center […]

Ticket Sales begin for Finding Nemo Kids General sales open: January 26 at 10 am TICKETS $12 Purchase tickets online, or at the Community Recreation Center front desk. For more information, please call 847-256-9686. Performances: Fridays, February 9 & 16: 7 pm Saturdays, February 10 & 17: 11 am Sundays, February 11 & 18: 11 […]

2024-2025 School Year registration opens for all! Our school year programs are a great way to extend the day and get the coverage you need while your child is learning and having fun with friends! 2024-2025 programs posted for browsing on 12/19/23. Make sure to view all our offerings for Early Childhood Center Preschool and […]

The Royal Ball Friday, February 9 from 6-8 pm Held at the Lakeview Center in Gillson Park R-$45 / NR-$56 Age 4 & up w/ adult We hereby invite you to The Royal Ball to dance the night away and dress in your finest attire! Families will engage in amusing activities between songs, and end […]

Opening weekend for Finding Nemo Kids Performances: Fridays, February 9 & 16: 7 pm Saturdays, February 10 & 17: 11 am Sundays, February 11 & 18: 11 am Support the arts and enjoy a show hosted by the talented students of the Wilmette Children's Theater! Limited seating available. All seats reserved. TICKETS $12 General sales […]

10 Weeks to Compete In Small-Group Teams By joining our 10-week Transformation Challenge, you are committing not only to yourself, but also to a team of individuals motivated to work hard and transform their health. Each participant is expected to meet twice a week with their coach and teammates. The top three individuals with the […]

We owe you a better way to register, and that’s EXACTLY what we plan to deliver...new dates...new times...new technology...new beginning. ... Browse 2024 Summer Camps and plan your perfect summer! VIEW SUMMER CAMPS NEW DATES & TIMES: Resident registration opens at 9 am on Saturday,  February 24 Non-resident registration opens at 9 am on Saturday, […]

Join our Team for Summer 2024! Discover exciting opportunities at our Summer Job Fair! Meet our team, explore various positions, find the perfect fit, and schedule your interview. WHEN: Saturday, February 24 from 10 am-Noon WHERE: Community Recreation Center, 3000 Glenview Rd. Why Join Us?  Make a positive impact on your community. Enjoy a dynamic […]

Spring+Summer Programs are hopping in!  Hop, skip and jump out of your winter hibernation! Plan a hare-raising spring and summer to keep you busy in the sunny months. 2024 spring+summer programs are posting online February 27.  Click Here to view programs! Registration opens at 10 am: 3/12 for residents 3/19 for non-residents Spring session runs […]

Watch for snow & enter the contest! Contest Runs: First snowfall through 2/29 Build a frosty friend at home & enter the contest! Take a photo of your creation and DM our Facebook or Instagram, or email it to CONNECT@WILPARK.ORG for a social media feature. All entries will enter our prize raffle - winners will […]

We owe you a better way to register, and that’s EXACTLY what we plan to deliver...new dates...new times...new technology...new beginning. ... Browse 2024 Summer Camps and plan your perfect summer! VIEW SUMMER CAMPS NEW DATES & TIMES: Resident registration opens at 9 am on Saturday,  February 24 Non-resident registration opens at 9 am on Saturday, […]

Join our Team for Summer 2024! Discover exciting opportunities at our Summer Job Fair! Meet our team, explore various positions, find the perfect fit, and schedule your interview. WHEN: Tuesday, March 5 from 1-3 pm WHERE: Lakeview Center, 800 Gillson Park Dr. Why Join Us?  Make a positive impact on your community. Enjoy a dynamic […]

Spring+Summer Programs are hopping in!  Hop, skip and jump out of your winter hibernation! Plan a hare-raising spring and summer to keep you busy in the sunny months. 2024 spring+summer programs will post online February 27.  Click Here to view programs! Resident registration opens 3/12 at at 10 am Non-resident registration opens 3/19 at 10 […]

Project Parks and Play Town Hall Join us for a Town Hall meeting to find out what we’ve heard so far and next steps: Thursday, March 14 from 6-8 pm Community Recreation Center, Room 106, 3000 Glenview Road We’ll share survey results with you and discuss the use of parks, nature areas and green spaces; […]

Spring+Summer Programs are hopping in!  Hop, skip and jump out of your winter hibernation! Plan a hare-raising spring and summer to keep you busy in the sunny months. 2024 spring+summer programs will post online February 27.  Click Here to view programs! Resident registration opens 3/12 at 10 am Non-resident registration opens 3/19 at 10 am […]

2024 Polar Plunge at Gillson Beach March 24 at Noon Gillson Beach, Lake & Sheridan Ave., Wilmette Wilmette is hosting the 2024 Polar Plunge to support Special Olympics Illinois, at the lakefront. Mark you calendar and be ready to support a “cool” cause! Register or Donate!

Ticket Sales begin March 29 for... Wilmette Children's Theater spring production: Mean Girls Jr. Performances: Fridays, April 12 & 19: 7 pm Saturdays, April 13 & 20: 2 pm Sundays, April 14 & 21: 2 pm Support the arts and enjoy a show hosted by the talented students of the Wilmette Children's Theater! Limited seating […]

Bunny Brunch at Mallinckrodt March 30 - choose from two seatings: 9-10 am 11 am-Noon R-$22 / NR-$27 Don't miss out on the chance to have brunch with the Easter Bunny at the Mallinckrodt Center before (or after) the Easter Egg Hunt! While enjoying a delicious breakfast and refreshments with your family, you can also […]

2023 Spring Ice Show Wilmette Ice Tour: A Show in the Making Ticket sales begin April 8 at 10 am! Purchase Tickets here! Come one, come all to another exciting and inspiring Spring Ice Show with our talented skaters! Performances: May 10 at 7 pm May 11 at 4 pm May 12 at 2 pm […]

Join our Team for Summer 2024! Discover exciting opportunities at our Summer Job Fair! Meet our team, explore various positions, find the perfect fit, and schedule your interview. WHEN: Wednesday, April 10 from 4-6 pm WHERE: Community Recreation Center, 3000 Glenview Rd. Why Join Us?  Make a positive impact on your community. Enjoy a dynamic […]

Opening weekend for Mean Girls Jr. Performances: Fridays, April 12 & 19: 7 pm Saturdays, April 13 & 20: 2 pm Sundays, April 14 & 21: 2 pm Support the arts and enjoy a show hosted by the talented students of the Wilmette Children's Theater! Limited seating available. All seats reserved. TICKETS $12 General sales […]

West Park Dog Run Project Public Input Meeting Monday, April 15 5-6 pm at West Park, 3515 Lake Avenue, Wilmette Public Input Opportunity! Join us for a dog-friendly public meeting to discuss the West Park Dog Run Project! We’ll talk about the dog run location, layout, timeline and more. For questions, please contact Alissa Paquette […]

Earth Day at Keay Saturday, April 20, 10 am-Noon At Keay Nature Center, northeast corner of Hibbard Rd. & Skokie Blvd. Free family event Celebrate Earth Day at Keay with a family nature walk, crafts, snacks and more! No RSVP needed. This is a free, drop-in event, and crafts & snacks are available while supplies […]

Guided Bird Walk at Gillson Beach April 28 from 8 to 10 am Gillson Beach - at the south end of Gillson Park Join GoGreen Wilmette for bird walks in late April and May. Learn how to identify both backyard birds and those stopping to rest and refuel as they migrate north. Get tips for […]