Saturday, June 13 from 7:30-9:30 pm Tickets: $141 Book Your Tickets NOW! Welcome to the annual Gillson Beach Shrimp Boil! Join us for an evening filled with delicious food, great music, and drinks. This event is happening at the Gillson Beach, so come hungry and ready to feast on some tasty shrimp. Don't miss out […]

LIVE Music across Wilmette, all summer long! Wilmette's Sounds of Summer: The Oh Yeahs Tuesday, June 16 from 7-8:30 pm At Village Green in Downtown Wilmette View our full Sounds of Summer season schedule HERE (link coming soon!)!

LIVE Music across Wilmette, all summer long! Wilmette's Sounds of Summer: Shelley Miller Friday, June 19 from 6-8 pm At Village Green in Downtown Wilmette View our full Sounds of Summer season schedule HERE (link coming soon!)!

Summer Stewardship Workday - at Elmwood Dunes June 25 from 8-101 am Elmwood Dunes Preserve – at Elmwood Avenue Join Friends of Elmwood Dunes for a chance to work at the Preserve! Spend the morning in the fresh air and sunshine. Wear long pants and closed-toed shoes. Remember to bring gardening gloves and drinking water. […]

LIVE Music across Wilmette, all summer long! Wilmette's Sounds of Summer: Wilmette Community Band Thursday, June 25 from 7-8:30 pm At Wallace Bowl in Gillson Park View our full Sounds of Summer season schedule HERE (link coming soon!)!

LIVE Music across Wilmette, all summer long! Wilmette's Sounds of Summer: Tinfish Friday, June 26 from 6-8 pm At Village Green in Downtown Wilmette View our full Sounds of Summer season schedule HERE (link coming soon!)!

LIVE Music across Wilmette, all summer long! Wilmette's Sounds of Summer: Roger That Thursday, July 2 from 7-8:30 pm At Village Green in Downtown Wilmette View our full Sounds of Summer season schedule HERE (link coming soon!)!

Yankee Doodle Dash 5K Start the Independence Day Celebration and America's 250th Anniversary with our annual tradition, and dash the streets of Wilmette in our dandy 5K! NEW ROUTE in 2026! ROUTE MAP COMING SOON! Registration Details: $40 per participant REGISTER HERE! *No on-site registration for this event! Event Details: Date: Friday, July 3 Race […]

Sensory Swim at Centennial Pools Sunday, July 5,  10:30 am-12:30 pm FREE for Pool Season Pass holders $5 for residents / $7 for non residents Complimentary caregiver admission Sensory Swim offers a low-stimulation, quieter environment for individuals with sensory processing disorders, autism or anxiety to enjoyan inclusive experience at Centennial Pools.

LIVE Music across Wilmette, all summer long! Wilmette's Sounds of Summer: American English Thursday, July 9 from 7-8:30 pm At Wallace Bowl in Gillson Park View our full Sounds of Summer season schedule HERE (link coming soon!)!

LIVE Music across Wilmette, all summer long! Wilmette's Sounds of Summer: Amanda Payne Friday, July 10 from 6-8 pm At Village Green in Downtown Wilmette View our full Sounds of Summer season schedule HERE (link coming soon!)!

Gillson Campout Ages 2 & up with adult Saturday-Sunday, July 11-12 from 5:30 pm-7 am Fees*: R-$38 / NR-$48 Register HERE! Pitch your tent on the beach and get ready to roast marshmallows on a campfire, take a banana boat ride & enjoy a hula dance show at this family-friendly event! In the morning, we’ll […]

LIVE Music across Wilmette, all summer long! Wilmette's Sounds of Summer: The Feel Good Party Band Trio Sunday, July 12 from 4-5:30 pm At Mallinckrodt Park View our full Sounds of Summer season schedule HERE (link coming soon!)!

LIVE Music across Wilmette, all summer long! Wilmette's Sounds of Summer: Istvan and His Imaginary Band FREE KIDS CONCERT! Wednesday, July 15 from 10:30-11:15 am At Mallinckrodt Park View our full Sounds of Summer season schedule HERE (link coming soon!)!

Presented by Wilmette Center for the Arts Footloose The Musical Thursday, Friday & Saturday shows at 7:30 pm July 16-18 (rain date 7/19 a7 6:30 pm) July 23-25 (rain date 7/26 a7 6:30 pm) At Wallace Bowl in Gillson Park Support the Arts and enjoy this FREE outdoor theater production in the historic Wallace Bowl. […]

LIVE Music across Wilmette, all summer long! Wilmette's Sounds of Summer: Scott & Sara Friday, July 17 from 6-8 pm At Village Green in Downtown Wilmette View our full Sounds of Summer season schedule HERE (link coming soon!)!

Summer Stewardship Workday - at Elmwood Dunes July 23 from 8-10 am Elmwood Dunes Preserve – at Elmwood Avenue Join Friends of Elmwood Dunes for a chance to work at the Preserve! Spend the morning in the fresh air and sunshine. Wear long pants and closed-toed shoes. Remember to bring gardening gloves and drinking water. […]

Presented by Wilmette Center for the Arts Footloose The Musical Thursday, Friday & Saturday shows at 7:30 pm July 16-18 (rain date 7/19 a7 6:30 pm) July 23-25 (rain date 7/26 a7 6:30 pm) At Wallace Bowl in Gillson Park Support the Arts and enjoy this FREE outdoor theater production in the historic Wallace Bowl. […]

LIVE Music across Wilmette, all summer long! Wilmette's Sounds of Summer: Ruben Jai Friday, July 24 from 6-8 pm At Village Green in Downtown Wilmette View our full Sounds of Summer season schedule HERE (link coming soon!)!

LIVE Music across Wilmette, all summer long! Wilmette's Sounds of Summer: Dancing Queen: An ABBA Salute Thursday, July 30 from 7-8:30 pm At Wallace Bowl in Gillson Park View our full Sounds of Summer season schedule HERE (link coming soon!)!

LIVE Music across Wilmette, all summer long! Wilmette's Sounds of Summer: Ben Tartar FREE KIDS CONCERT! Wednesday, August 5 from 10:30-11:15 am At Mallinckrodt Park View our full Sounds of Summer season schedule HERE (link coming soon!)!

LIVE Music across Wilmette, all summer long! Wilmette's Sounds of Summer: The Wayouts Thursday, August 6 from 7-8:30 pm At Village Green in Downtown Wilmette View our full Sounds of Summer season schedule HERE (link coming soon!)!

LIVE Music across Wilmette, all summer long! Wilmette's Sounds of Summer: The Hogmires Friday, August 7 from 6-8 pm At Village Green in Downtown Wilmette View our full Sounds of Summer season schedule HERE (link coming soon!)!

LIVE Music across Wilmette, all summer long! Wilmette's Sounds of Summer: Stevie Swing & the Strangers in the Night Sunday, August 9 from 4-5:30 pm At Mallinckrodt Park View our full Sounds of Summer season schedule HERE (link coming soon!)!

LIVE Music across Wilmette, all summer long! Wilmette's Sounds of Summer: Evanston Symphony Wednesday, August 12 from 7-8:30 pm At Wallace Bowl in Gillson Park View our full Sounds of Summer season schedule HERE (link coming soon!)!

Summer Stewardship Workday - at Elmwood Dunes August 13 from 8-10 am Elmwood Dunes Preserve – at Elmwood Avenue Join Friends of Elmwood Dunes for a chance to work at the Preserve! Spend the morning in the fresh air and sunshine. Wear long pants and closed-toed shoes. Remember to bring gardening gloves and drinking water. […]

LIVE Music across Wilmette, all summer long! Wilmette's Sounds of Summer: Lydia Cash Friday, August 14 from 6-8 pm At Village Green in Downtown Wilmette View our full Sounds of Summer season schedule HERE (link coming soon!)!

LIVE Music across Wilmette, all summer long! Wilmette's Sounds of Summer: Senn Alan Band Tuesday, August 18 from 7-8:30 pm At Village Green in Downtown Wilmette View our full Sounds of Summer season schedule HERE (link coming soon!)!

LIVE Music across Wilmette, all summer long! Wilmette's Sounds of Summer: Denisse LaGrassa Friday, August 21 from 6-8 pm At Village Green in Downtown Wilmette View our full Sounds of Summer season schedule HERE (link coming soon!)!

LIVE Music across Wilmette, all summer long! Wilmette's Sounds of Summer: The Rhythm Rockets Thursday, August 27 from 7-8:30 pm At Wallace Bowl in Gillson Park View our full Sounds of Summer season schedule HERE (link coming soon!)!

LIVE Music across Wilmette, all summer long! Wilmette's Sounds of Summer: Chill Bill Friday, August 28 from 6-8 pm At Village Green in Downtown Wilmette View our full Sounds of Summer season schedule HERE (link coming soon!)!

Happy 5th Anniversary to The Wilmette Block Party! Save the date – August 29, 2026 All Ages – FREE Family Event If you're not immediately redirected to the full Wilmette Block Party Page, please click HERE!

Sensory Swim at Centennial Pools Sunday, August 30,  10:30 am-12:30 pm FREE for Pool Season Pass holders $5 for residents / $7 for non residents Complimentary caregiver admission Sensory Swim offers a low-stimulation, quieter environment for individuals with sensory processing disorders, autism or anxiety to enjoyan inclusive experience at Centennial Pools.

LIVE Music across Wilmette, all summer long! Wilmette's Sounds of Summer: Strung Out Thursday, September 3 from 7-8:30 pm At Village Green in Downtown Wilmette View our full Sounds of Summer season schedule HERE (link coming soon!)!

LIVE Music across Wilmette, all summer long! Wilmette's Sounds of Summer: Funky Enough Friday, September 4 from 6-8 pm At Village Green in Downtown Wilmette View our full Sounds of Summer season schedule HERE (link coming soon!)!

LIVE Music across Wilmette, all summer long! Wilmette's Sounds of Summer: The Yacht Rock-ettes Thursday, September 10 from 7-8:30 pm At Wallace Bowl in Gillson Park View our full Sounds of Summer season schedule HERE (link coming soon!)!

LIVE Music across Wilmette, all summer long! Wilmette's Sounds of Summer: Jeff Julian Friday, September 11 from 6-8 pm At Village Green in Downtown Wilmette View our full Sounds of Summer season schedule HERE (link coming soon!)!

LIVE Music across Wilmette, all summer long! Wilmette's Sounds of Summer: Animal Husbandry Tuesday, September 15 from 7-8:30 pm At Village Green in Downtown Wilmette View our full Sounds of Summer season schedule HERE (link coming soon!)!

LIVE Music across Wilmette, all summer long! Wilmette's Sounds of Summer: Louie Zagoras Friday, September 18 from 6-8 pm At Village Green in Downtown Wilmette View our full Sounds of Summer season schedule HERE (link coming soon!)!

Summer Stewardship Workday - at Elmwood Dunes September 20 from 9-11 am Elmwood Dunes Preserve – at Elmwood Avenue Join Friends of Elmwood Dunes for a chance to work at the Preserve! Spend the morning in the fresh air and sunshine. Wear long pants and closed-toed shoes. Remember to bring gardening gloves and drinking water. […]

LIVE Music across Wilmette, all summer long! Wilmette's Sounds of Summer: Are You Ready For It Thursday, September 24 from 7-8:30 pm At Wallace Bowl in Gillson Park View our full Sounds of Summer season schedule HERE (link coming soon!)!

LIVE Music across Wilmette, all summer long! Wilmette's Sounds of Summer: Surfing Bird Friday, September 25 from 6-8 pm At Village Green in Downtown Wilmette View our full Sounds of Summer season schedule HERE (link coming soon!)!

LIVE Music across Wilmette, all summer long! Wilmette's Sounds of Summer: The Petty Kings Sunday, September 27 from 4-5:30 pm At Hibbard Park View our full Sounds of Summer season schedule HERE (link coming soon!)!