Wilmette Park District

Ouilmette Foundation's WOW Race
2026-06-13 07:00 (America/Chicago) | Gillson Beach, 890 Michigan Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091, United States, IL, 60091, United States
8th Annual Wilmette Open Water Swim Race
A Ouilmette Foundation Fundraiser to preserve the Wallace Bowl

Saturday, June 13 at 7 am
Gillson Beach
Registration: $76.54 | Extra Towel: $30

A timed, fully supported, one-mile race in Lake Michigan. Registration includes an official WOW Swim beach towel, swim cap and total bragging rights!
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All proceeds support the Ouilmette Foundation’s mission to educate, enhance and enrich our parks and community life.

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Fat Shallot Shrimp Boil at Gillson Beach
2026-06-13 19:30 - 21:30 | Gillson Beach, 890 Michigan Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091, United States, IL, 60091, United States
Saturday, June 13 from 7:30-9:30 pm

Tickets: $141
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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 on this exciting event!
Package includes music, boil and adult beverages.

Free parking available in the lot
This event is only for 21 and over
Tickets are non-refundable.

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Fat Shallot Mediterranean Feast at Gillson Beach
2026-07-25 19:30 - 21:30 | Gillson Beach, 890 Michigan Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091, United States, IL, 60091, United States
Saturday, July 25 from 7:30-9:30 pm
Tickets: $167
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Welcome to the Gillson Beach Mediterranean Feast! Join us for a delicious culinary experience at The Fat Shallot at Gillson Beach where you’ll indulge in a variety of Mediterranean dishes. Come hungry and ready to enjoy a beautiful evening, drinks and live music.

Free parking available in the lot
This event is 21 and over
Tickets are not refundable

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The Wilmette Block Party
2026-08-29 12:00 - 22:00 | Downtown Wilmette, 1200 Wilmette Avenue, Wilmette, IL, 60091, United States
Happy 5th Anniversary to The Wilmette Block Party!
Save the date – August 29, 2026

All Ages – FREE Family Event
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