Go Green Wilmette Mallinckrodt Park Workday 10/16

9:00 am - 11:00 am
Mallinckrodt Park 1041A Ridge Rd., Wilmette

Summer Stewardship Workday with Mallinckrodt Park Habitat Helpers October 16 from 9-11 am Mallinckrodt Park – 1960 Elmwood Avenue Join us for the last Go Green Workday of the season! Together with Go Green Wilmette, you'll connect with the earth and get your hands dirty weeding native plant beds in Mallinckrodt Park. Bring drinking water […]

Free

Wicked Wilmette

5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Gillson Park Lake Ave. & Michigan Ave., Wimette, IL

Wicked Wilmette Friday, October 17 from 5:30-7:30 pm NEW LOCATION! At Lakeview Center & Gillson Park, 800 Gillson Park Dr., Wilmette Recommended for ages 12 & under Registration: R-$26 / NR-$32 Pre-registration is CLOSED! On-site registration will be available for Wicked Wilmette, located in the lower level of the Lakeview Center. This fall, the magic […]

$26

Prop Stars: Elf, Jr.

10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Community Recreation Center

Prop Stars : "Elf, Jr." Prop Design & Construction Workshop Saturday, October 18 from 10 am-Noon R-$25 / NR-$30 At the Community Recreation Center Age 10-14 Register HERE! Do you like smiling? (Smiling’s our favorite!) Do you believe that the best way to spread Christmas cheer is building big candy canes and sleighs? Then this […]

$25 – $30

WCT Fall Production Ticket Sales

10:00 am - 10:00 am
Online

Ticket Sales begin October 21 for... Wilmette Children's Theater fall production: Elf The Musical Jr. Performances: Fridays, November 7 & 14: 7 pm Saturdays, November 8 & 15: 2 pm Sundays, November 9 & 16: 2 pm Support the arts and enjoy a show hosted by the talented students of the Wilmette Children's Theater! Limited […]

$13

Flow & Glow, 10/25

8:00 am - 9:45 am
Wallace Bowl 800 Gillson Park Dr., Wilmette, Illinois

Flow & Glow A Center Fitness Club 30th Anniversary Event Held at Wallace Bowl in Gillson Park October 25, 8-9:45 am* General Fee: $45 per class REGISTER HERE Find your calm and melt away stress in this rejuvenating 90-minute outdoor experience! 45-minute Vinyasa yoga flow at the Wallace Bowl 15-minute transition as we stroll to […]

$45

Spooky Skate

1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Centennial Ice Rinks 2300 Old Glenview Road, Wilmette

Spooky Skate At Centennial Ice Rinks Sunday, October 26 From 1-2:30 pm All ages IN-COSTUME ENTRY: $5 general admission FREE for 5 & under REGULAR ENTRY: $8 for students $9 for adults $4 for 5 & under Mingle and mash with your fellow monsters. Come in costume and enjoy games, a costume contest & more! […]

$5 – $9

Mallinckrodt Halloween Party

12:30 pm - 2:00 pm
Mallinckrodt Center 1041A Ridge Rd., Wilmette, IL

Mallinckrodt Halloween Party at Mallinckrodt Center (1041A Ridge Rd.) Thursday, October 3o 12:30-2 pm REGISTER HERE Fees: Mallinckrdot Members - $26 Non-members - $31 Celebrate the season with an afternoon of autumn fun at Mallinckrodt’s Halloween social! Enjoy sweet treats, warm drinks, music and friendly games in a festive setting. Costumes are encouraged for the […]

$26 – $31

Go Green Wilmette Pumpkin Pitch, 11/1

9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Centennial Parking Lot 2300 Old Glenview Road, Wilmette

Pumpkin Pitch 2025 WHEN: November 1 from 9 am-1 pm WHERE: Village Hall & Centennial Recreation Complex parking lots Can't make it? Catch the second date on November 8 from 9 am-1 pm! Join the Village of Wilmette and Go Green Wilmette for the Pumpkin Pitch where you can discard your old Halloween pumpkins for […]

Free

Flow & Glow, 11/6

5:00 pm - 6:45 pm
Wallace Bowl 800 Gillson Park Dr., Wilmette, Illinois

Flow & Glow A Center Fitness Club 30th Anniversary Event Held at Wallace Bowl in Gillson Park November 6, 5-6:45 pm* General Fee: $45 per class Limited Availability! Register NOW! Find your calm and melt away stress in this rejuvenating 90-minute outdoor experience! 45-minute Vinyasa yoga flow at the Wallace Bowl 15-minute transition as we […]

$45

WCT Fall Production

7:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Community Recreation Center

Opening weekend for: Elf The Musical Jr. Performances: Fridays, November 7 & 14: 7 pm Saturdays, November 8 & 15: 2 pm Sundays, November 9 & 16: 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 $13 General […]

$13

Go Green Wilmette Pumpkin Pitch, 11/8

9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Centennial Parking Lot 2300 Old Glenview Road, Wilmette

Pumpkin Pitch 2025 WHEN: November 8 from 9 am-1 pm WHERE: Village Hall & Centennial Recreation Complex parking lots Join the Village of Wilmette and Go Green Wilmette for the Pumpkin Pitch where you can discard your old Halloween pumpkins for a useful purpose! This event, coordinated by SCARCE, helps to reduce landfill greenhouse gas […]

Free

Flow & Glow, 11/9

8:00 am - 9:45 am
Wallace Bowl 800 Gillson Park Dr., Wilmette, Illinois

Flow & Glow A Center Fitness Club 30th Anniversary Event Held at Wallace Bowl in Gillson Park November 9, 8-9:45 am* General Fee: $45 per class SOLD OUT!! - Join the waitlist to be notified about additional dates. Find your calm and melt away stress in this rejuvenating 90-minute outdoor experience! 45-minute Vinyasa yoga flow […]

$45

I-CASH Discover What’s Yours

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Mallinckrodt Center 1041A Ridge Rd., Wilmette, IL

I-Cash: Discover What's Yours Thursday, November 13 2-4 pm At Mallinckrodt Center Age 21 & up FREE! Registration Code: 231030 Did you know one in four Illinois residents has unclaimed money or property waiting to be claimed? Through the I-Cash program, the Illinois State Treasurer’s Office helps residents reconnect with forgotten assets like unpaid life […]

CFC BoneFit Workshop

11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Mallinckrodt Center 1041A Ridge Rd., Wilmette, IL

BoneFit Workshop At the Mallinckrodt Center, hosted by the Center Fitness Club November 14, 11 am-Noon Membership Discount: $10 CFC or Mallinckrodt Members General Fee: $15 REGISTER HERE Join the Center Fitness Club in an open conversation and demonstration of effective exercises for osteoporosis prevention led by certified BoneFit Trainer, Cris Persico. Osteoporosis and low […]

$10 – $15

Nutcracker Ticket Sales

10:00 am - 10:00 am
Online

General Ticket Sales begin for The Nutcracker General sales open: November 18 at 10 am TICKETS $13 Purchase tickets online, or at the Community Recreation Center front desk. For more information, please call (847) 256-9686. Performances: December 11 & 12: 7 pm December 13 & 14: Noon and 3 pm Celebrate the holiday season with […]

$13

Santa’s Mailbox

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Mallinckrodt Park 1041A Ridge Rd., Wilmette

Dear Santa... Write a letter to Jolly Old St. Nick and drop it off at the magic mailbox located in Mallinckrodt Park Gazebo! Dates: 11/22-12/7 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 […]

Free

CFC Holiday Hustle Begins

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Center Fitness Club

Center Fitness Club Holiday Hustle November 24 - January 5 (6 weeks) $35 Member / $75 Non-Member (includes gym access for duration of challenge) Register at the Center Fitness Club front desk (3000 Glenview Rd.) Keep up on your fitness over the holidays with the return of our friendly competition, Holiday Hustle! Compete for 7 […]

$35 – $75

Winter Programs Posted

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Online

There's a whole Winter Wonderland for you and your family to Explore! Look for winter after-school enrichment, school days off, spring break camps and all your favorite winter activities. 2026 Winter programs are posted online on November 25. Registration opens at 10 am: 12/9 for residents 12/16 for non-residents Winter session runs 1/5-3/29.

Card Weaving Workshop

11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Mallinckrodt Center 1041A Ridge Rd., Wilmette, IL

WORKSHOP: Card Weaving at Mallinckrodt Center (1041A Ridge Rd.) November 25 11 am-1 pm Members-$15 / Non-members-$19 Age 5 & up (under 21 w/ adult) Registration Code: 231082 Let's get crafty! Discover the timeless art of card weaving—an ancient technique to create intricate woven bands out of yarn. Resident Art Instructor Nancy Rose will lead […]

$15 – $19

Cyber Monday Sale

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Online

Cyber Monday Sale Only one day, only online! Take advantage of the Cyber Monday Sale and save 10% on 2026 Season Beach & Pool Passes and purchase your Lakefront Parking Decals early! (No discounted pricing on Parking Passes) All day: Monday, 12/1 Sale opens at 12:00 am on 12/1 Sale closes at 11:59 pm on […]

Adult Gingerbread House Workshop

7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Lakeview Center 800 Gillson Park Dr., Wilmette, IL

Adult Gingerbread House Workshop Elves’ Night Out Age 21 & up at the Lakeview Center R-$49 / NR-$61 Friday, December 5 at 7 pm Saturday, December 6 at 7 pm CLICK HERE to register! Registration opens with LATE FALL programs—9/30 for residents, 10/17 for non-residents.  Build a real artisan gingerbread house with 100% certified organic […]

$49 – $61

Family Gingerbread House Workshops

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Community Recreation Center

Craft a confectionery masterpiece at our holiday workshops! Family Gingerbread House Workshops run December 6-7 Age 3 & up at the Community Recreation Center R-$49 / NR-$61 December 6 at 11 am, 1pm and 3 pm December 7 at 11 am, 1 pm and 3 pm CLICK HERE to register! Registration opens with LATE FALL […]

$49 – $61

Breakfast with Santa

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Wilmette Golf Club 3900 Fairway Drive, Wilmette, IL

Breakfast with Santa, our popular holiday tradition, is back for another season at The Lawn! Register your group for one of several dates & times! Saturday, 12/6 at 8 am, 9:45 am and 11:30 am Sunday, 12/7 at 9:45 am and 11:30 am Saturday, 12/13 at 8 am, 9:45 am and 11:30 am Sunday, 12/14 […]

Winter Resident Registration

10:00 am - 10:00 am
Online

There's a whole Winter Wonderland for you and your family to Explore! Look for winter after-school enrichment, school days off, spring break camps and all your favorite winter activities. 2026 Winter programs are posted online on November 25. Registration opens at 10 am: 12/9 for residents 12/16 for non-residents Winter session runs 1/5-3/29.

Preschool 26-27 Open House

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Community Recreation Center

Early Childhood Preschool Open House December 9 from 6-7:30 pm 3000 Glenview Road, Wilmette No RSVP required - join us in the Early Childhood Center on the west end of the Community Recreation Center. Planning for Preschool? See what’s in store for your preschooler at Wilmette Park District’s Early Childhood Preschool Open House! Stop in […]

Free

The Nutcracker

7:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Community Recreation Center

Wilmette Center for the Arts presents The Nutcracker December 11 & 12: 7 pm December 13 & 14: Noon and 3 pm TICKETS: $13 reserved seating Celebrate the holiday season with the Wilmette Park District's annual tradition! The Nutcracker production is a magical night of performing arts and storytelling. Our dance and theater departments collaborate […]

$13

Holiday Exhibition

1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Centennial Ice Rinks 2300 Old Glenview Road, Wilmette

Holiday Exhibition 2025 at Centennial Ice Rinks (2300 Old Glenview Rd.) Sunday, December 14 1:30-3:30 pm Free for spectators Cheer on our skaters and enjoy a FREE holiday celebration at Centennial Ice! *Please note, there is NO PUBLIC SKATE on 12/14.

Free

Preschool 26-27 Programs Posted

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Online

Plan ahead for 26-27 Preschool at the Early Childhood Center Preschool registration is coming up soon! The Early Childhood Center Preschool provides enriching preschool options for two, three and four year-olds that are nurturing, allow children to grow through their natural instinct to explore, lay solid foundations of self-confidence and prepare them for elementary school. […]

Winter Non-resident Registration

10:00 am - 10:00 am
Online

There's a whole Winter Wonderland for you and your family to Explore! Look for winter after-school enrichment, school days off, spring break camps and all your favorite winter activities. 2026 Winter programs are posted online on November 25. Registration opens at 10 am: 12/9 for residents 12/16 for non-residents Winter session runs 1/5-3/29.

Great Holiday Wrap-Up

12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Mallinckrodt Center 1041A Ridge Rd., Wilmette, IL

The Great Holiday Wrap-Up Wednesday, December 17 from Noon-6 pm Dropoff Time Slots: Noon, 1 pm, 2 pm, 3 pm & 4 pm This holiday season, save yourself from the wrapping whirlwind and spread some festive cheer! Drop off up to ten of your holiday gifts and let our merry band of Holiday Wrapsters work […]

Free

Women of Note: Happy Holidays

2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Mallinckrodt Center 1041A Ridge Rd., Wilmette, IL

Happy Holidays Women of Note Concert Friday, December 19 at 2:30 pm At Mallinckrodt Center, 1041A Ridge Rd. Women of Note, the spirited women’s chorus, will conclude their 2025 winter concert season with a free, public performance of “Happy Holidays” at the Mallinckrodt Center on Friday, Dec. 19 at at 2:30 PM. A reception with […]

Free

Skate with Santa

11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Centennial Ice Rinks 2300 Old Glenview Road, Wilmette

Skate with Santa at Centennial Ice Rinks (2300 Old Glenview Rd.) Wednesday, December 24 11 am-12:30 pm Fees: $5 fee *with a non-perishable food donation to Wilmette Food Pantry* (5 & under are FREE) $8 standard student fee $9 standard adult fee $4 standard 5 & under $5 skate rental Enjoy a holiday-themed public skate! […]

$5

New Year’s Eve Skate

12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Centennial Ice Rinks 2300 Old Glenview Road, Wilmette

New Year's Eve Skate at Centennial Ice Rinks (2300 Old Glenview Rd.) Wednesday, December 31 Noon-1:30 pm Fees: $8 standard student fee $9 standard adult fee $4 standard 5 & under $5 skate rental Ring in the New Year with a special holiday-themed public skate!

$4 – $9

Spring Ice Show Registration

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Centennial Ice Rinks 2300 Old Glenview Road, Wilmette

Perform in the 2026 Spring Ice Show! Across the Universe REGISTRATION RUNS: JANUARY 5 - JANUARY 26 Show Dates: May 8-10 Skaters must be participating in Winter & Spring 2026 classes. Pick up a registration packet at the Ice front desk or online starting January 5. Completed registration forms (with measurements and class designations) must […]

Flow & Glow, 1/7

7:00 am - 8:45 am
Lakeview Center 800 Gillson Park Dr., Wilmette, IL

Flow & Glow A Center Fitness Club event Held at Lakeview Center in Gillson Park January 7, 7-8:45 am General Fee: $45 per class Register Here! Find your calm and melt away stress in this rejuvenating experience! Join us for the month of January – every Wednesday from 7-8:45 am. Register for as many days […]

$45

Summer Camps Posted

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Online

Dive in & Discover 2026 Summer Camps! Browse our offerings, starting January 13 View Summer Camp program pages Browse or print the Summer Camp Guide Registration begins at 10 am February 10 for residents February 17 for non-residents Camp season begins June 8!

Preschool 26-27 Priority Registration

10:00 am - 10:00 am
Online

Register for 26-27 Preschool at the Early Childhood Center! The Early Childhood Center Preschool provides enriching preschool options for two, three and four year-olds that are nurturing, allow children to grow through their natural instinct to explore, lay solid foundations of self-confidence and prepare them for elementary school. Be ready for the 2026-2027 preschool year […]

Flow & Glow, 1/14

7:00 am - 8:45 am
Lakeview Center 800 Gillson Park Dr., Wilmette, IL

Flow & Glow A Center Fitness Club event Held at Lakeview Center in Gillson Park January 14, 7-8:45 am General Fee: $45 per class Register Here! Find your calm and melt away stress in this rejuvenating experience! Join us for the month of January – every Wednesday from 7-8:45 am. Register for as many days […]

$45

TGIF Skate

7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Centennial Ice Rinks 2300 Old Glenview Road, Wilmette

T.G.I.F. Skate at Centennial Ice Rinks (2300 Old Glenview Rd.) Friday, January 16 7-8:30 pm General Admission: $10 (Skate Rental: $5) Three Cheers for the return of Thank Goodness It’s Friday! In celebration of the return of our classic Centennial Ice Rink event, this TGIF will be 1970's themed — dress to impress! Event features […]

$10

Preschool 26-27 Resident Registration

10:00 am - 10:00 am
Online

Register for 26-27 Preschool at the Early Childhood Center! The Early Childhood Center Preschool provides enriching preschool options for two, three and four year-olds that are nurturing, allow children to grow through their natural instinct to explore, lay solid foundations of self-confidence and prepare them for elementary school. Be ready for the 2026-2027 preschool year […]

Flow & Glow, 1/21

7:00 am - 8:45 am
Lakeview Center 800 Gillson Park Dr., Wilmette, IL

Flow & Glow A Center Fitness Club event Held at Lakeview Center in Gillson Park January 21, 7-8:45 am General Fee: $45 per class Register Here! Find your calm and melt away stress in this rejuvenating experience! Join us for the month of January – every Wednesday from 7-8:45 am. Register for as many days […]

$45

Preschool 26-27 Non-resident Registration

10:00 am - 10:00 am
Online

Register for 26-27 Preschool at the Early Childhood Center! The Early Childhood Center Preschool provides enriching preschool options for two, three and four year-olds that are nurturing, allow children to grow through their natural instinct to explore, lay solid foundations of self-confidence and prepare them for elementary school. Be ready for the 2026-2027 preschool year […]

WCT Winter Production Ticket Sales

10:00 am - 10:00 am
Community Recreation Center

Ticket Sales begin January 27 for... Wilmette Children's Theater winter mini production: Seussical KIDS. Performances: Fridays, February 13 & 20: 6 pm Saturdays, February 14 & 21: 11 am Sundays, February 15 & 22: 11 am Support the arts and enjoy a show hosted by the talented students of the Wilmette Children's Theater! Limited seating […]

$13

Flow & Glow, 1/28

7:00 am - 8:45 am
Lakeview Center 800 Gillson Park Dr., Wilmette, IL

Flow & Glow A Center Fitness Club event Held at Lakeview Center in Gillson Park January 28, 7-8:45 am General Fee: $45 per class Register Here! Find your calm and melt away stress in this rejuvenating experience! Join us for the month of January – every Wednesday from 7-8:45 am. Register for as many days […]

$45

Camp Open House

5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Community Recreation Center

Camp Open House: Plan Your Summer! February 5 5:30-7 pm At the Community Recreation Center Attend our family-friendly Open House for a head start on mapping out your summer camp schedule! Explore summer camp offerings, get insider tips for registration day and answer all your camp questions. BONUS PERK: We’re raffling off Priority Summer Camp […]

Free

The Royal Ball

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Lakeview Center 800 Gillson Park Dr., Wilmette, IL

The Royal Ball Friday, February 6 from 6-8 pm Held at the Lakeview Center in Gillson Park Age 4 & up w/ adult Fees: Single Child - $28 Adult - $20 Each Additional Child - $20 Code: 325107-01 REGISTER NOW! You’re cordially invited to an enchanting evening of music, dancing and family fun! Dress in […]

$28

Summer Camps Resident Registration

10:00 am - 10:00 am
Online

Dive in & Discover 2026 Summer Camps! Browse our offerings, starting January 13 View Summer Camp program pages Browse or print the Summer Camp Guide Registration begins at 10 am February 10 for residents February 17 for non-residents Camp season begins June 8!

Valentine’s Bingo Party

3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Mallinckrodt Center 1041A Ridge Rd., Wilmette, IL

Valentine's Bingo Party at Mallinckrodt Center (1041A Ridge Rd.) Thursday, February 12 3:30-4:30 pm REGISTER HERE Fees: Mallinckrdot Members - $10 Non-members - $12 Join us for our Valentine’s Bingo Party, where love and laughter come together! Grandparents, grandchildren, friends and all share an afternoon of fun, connection and friendly competition. Enjoy Valentine-themed games, heartwarming […]

$10 – $12

WCT Winter Production

6:00 pm - 11:00 am
Community Recreation Center

Be transported into the magical works of Seussical KIDS! Performances: Fridays, February 13 & 20: 6 pm Saturdays, February 14 & 21: 11 am Sundays, February 15 & 22: 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 […]

$13

Summer Camps Non-resident Registration

10:00 am - 10:00 am
Online

Dive in & Discover 2026 Summer Camps! Browse our offerings, starting January 13 View Summer Camp program pages Browse or print the Summer Camp Guide Registration begins at 10 am February 10 for residents February 17 for non-residents Camp season begins June 8!

FEBRUARY Job Fair

10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Community Recreation Center

Join our Team for Summer 2026! Discover exciting opportunities at our Summer Job Fair! Meet our team, explore various positions, find the perfect fit, and schedule your interview. Same-day interviews are available for select positions! WHEN: Saturday, February 21 from 10 am-Noon WHERE: Community Recreation Center, 3000 Glenview Rd. Why Join Us?  Make a positive […]