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KEEP YOUR DAY JOB MUSIC FESTIVAL FREE community event! Saturday, August 12 From 5-8 pm All ages Centennial Recreation Complex Parking Lot 2300 Glenview Road ROCK THE LOT! The fest […]
KEEP YOUR DAY JOB MUSIC FESTIVAL FREE community event! Saturday, August 12 From 5-8 pm All ages Centennial Recreation Complex Parking Lot 2300 Glenview Road ROCK THE LOT! The fest […]
GILLSON BEACH CAMPOUT Saturday-Sunday, August 12-13 7:30 pm-8 am Age 2 & up w/adult REGISTER **SOLD OUT - join the waitlist** Set up your own tent in a designated area […]
Wednesday, August 16, 12:30-1:15 pm (KID’S SHOW!) *rescheduled date* Jeanie B. Wallace Bowl Jeanie B! has been called “Velcro for kids.” Jeanie’s style is upbeat but laid back and authentic. Her […]
LEARN TO KAYAK Age 5 & up Build your confidence and learn new skills with this two-hour kayak lesson. No experience is necessary. We provide all the equipment (including wet […]
Thursday, August 17, 7-8:30 pm Evanston Symphony Orchestra Wallace Bowl View our full season schedule HERE!
Parent Night Out Going on a date night, and can't find a babysitter? Bring your kiddos to the Lakeview Center for an evening of crafts, a pajama dance party, and […]
Yoga at Maple Park Join us at Maple Park for this FREE Community Class, hosted by Shannon, one of our awesome Center Fitness Club fitness instructors! Community Class Info Classes […]
A Ouilmette Foundation Fundraiser Join us for the 2023 Beach Bash Saturday, August 19th 6-11 pm Gillson Beach Parking Lot TICKETS & more information Food, Booze & Bands
Table Talks! Stop by our table to meet with Sustainability Coordinator Lucy Mellen and enjoy a casual conversation about our Sustainability Planning Process, and learn more about the Park District’s […]
Table Talks! Stop by our table to meet with Sustainability Coordinator Lucy Mellen and enjoy a casual conversation about our Sustainability Planning Process, and learn more about the Park District’s […]
LEARN TO SUP Our two-hour Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) lesson will introduce you to the techniques and skills required to comfortably set off on your SUP. Instructors from The Northwest […]
Yoga at Vattmann Park Join us at Vattmann Park for this FREE Community Class, hosted by Lori, one of our awesome Center Fitness Club fitness instructors! Community Class Info Classes […]
Table Talks! Stop by our table to meet with Sustainability Coordinator Lucy Mellen and enjoy a casual conversation about the Sustainability Planning Process, and learn more about the Park District’s […]
Bodyweight Bootcamp at Maple Park Join us at Maple Park for this FREE Community Class, hosted by Shannon, one of our awesome Center Fitness Club fitness instructors! Community Class Info […]
THE Wilmette Block Party returns! Saturday, September 9 Noon-10 pm Village Center Hosted by: Wilmette Park District, Village of Wilmette and Wilmette/Kenilworth Chamber of Commerce The Wilmette Park District, Village […]
Pilates at Vattmann Park Join us at Vattmann Park for this FREE Community Class, hosted by Chris P., one of our awesome Center Fitness Club fitness instructors! Community Class Info […]
Pilates at Mallinckrodt Park Join us at Mallinckrodt Park for this FREE Community Class, hosted by KC, one of our awesome Center Fitness Club fitness instructors! Community Class Info Classes […]
Late Fall is one HOOT of a season! The weather is changing and there’s magic in the air! Spend the season with all your favorite events, workshops and programs at […]
Yoga at Vattmann Park Join us at Vattmann Park for this FREE Community Class, hosted by Lori, one of our awesome Center Fitness Club fitness instructors! Community Class Info Classes […]
Come one, come all to our annual Community Garage Sale! Shop the sale and see what trinkets and treasures your neighbors are selling! This event is FREE to attend as […]
Yoga at Maple Park Join us at Maple Park for this FREE Community Class, hosted by Shannon, one of our awesome Center Fitness Club fitness instructors! Community Class Info Classes […]
Gillson Park Master Landscape Plan Open House Tuesday, September 26 5-6:30 pm At the Mallinckrodt Center, 1041A Ridge Rd., Wilmette NEW Input Opportunity! Join the Wilmette Park District and Upland […]
Late Fall is one HOOT of a season! The weather is changing and there’s magic in the air! Spend the season with all your favorite events, workshops and programs at […]
Fire Department Open House Saturday, October 7, 9:00 am – Noon Fire Station #26, 1305 Lake Ave. The Wilmette Fire Department invites all youngsters to bring their parents to the […]
Fall Seed Spreading Event Join Go Green Wilmette and the Wilmette Park District in the Gillson Park Bird Habitat for tree walks and native seed spreading. Many prairie plants spread […]
Late Fall is one HOOT of a season! The weather is changing and there’s magic in the air! Spend the season with all your favorite events, workshops and programs at […]
Art Café At Community Recreation Center Saturday, October 14 From 3-4 pm Age 4 & up Make something special & one-of-a-kind! Take a break and make some art at the […]
Wilmette Children's Theater Fall 2023 Production: The Addams Family, young@part October 20 & 27, at 7 pm October 21, 22, 28 & 29 at 2 pm TICKETS $12 - Purchase tickets […]
Wicked Wilmette October 21 from 4-6 pm At Hibbard Park, 3000 Glenview Rd., WIlmette Recommended for ages 10 & under Registration: R-$25 / NR-$32 REGISTER NOW! Come one, come all, […]
Community Recreation Center Closed all day - Central & East Wing Monday, October 23 The Community Recreation Center is scheduled to receive a new rooftop HVAC unit on October 23. […]
October Table Talks! Stop by our table to meet with Sustainability Coordinator Lucy Mellen and enjoy a casual conversation centered around sustainability and the latest updates on our Sustainability Planning […]
October Table Talks! Stop by our table to meet with Sustainability Coordinator Lucy Mellen and enjoy a casual conversation centered around sustainability and the latest updates on our Sustainability Planning […]
Ceramics Date Night At Community Recreation Center Friday, October 27 From 6-8 pm Age 18 & up A NEW program just for adults; bring your partner for this unique date […]
Spooky Skate At Centennial Ice Rinks Saturday, October 28 From 1-2:30 pm All ages IN-COSTUME ENTRY: $5 general admission FREE for 5 & under REGULAR ENTRY: $8 for students $9 […]
Art Café At Community Recreation Center Saturday, October 28 From 3-4 pm Age 4 & up Make something special & one-of-a-kind! Take a break and make some art at the […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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! […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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! […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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! […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Guided Bird Walk at Gillson Beach April 28 from 8 to 10 am Coast Guard Station - at the south end of Gillson Park Join Go Green Wilmette for bird […]
Guided Bird Walk at Gillson Beach May 5 from 8 to 10 am Coast Guard Station - at the south end of Gillson Park Join Go Green Wilmette for bird […]
Bird Habitat Workday at Gillson Park May 5 from 9 to 11 am Gillson Bird Habitat - along Michigan Avenue Join Go Green Wilmette to work with and learn about […]
Gillson Tree Walk May 5 from 10 am-Noon Wallace Bowl in Gillson Park Join GGW and local Tree Keepers on a Tree Walk in Gillson Park. Meet at the Wallace […]
2024 Spring Ice Show Wilmette Ice Tour: A Show in the Making Come one, come all to another exciting and inspiring Spring Ice Show with our talented skaters! Performances: May […]
Guided Bird Walk at Gillson Beach May 12 from 8 to 10 am Coast Guard Station - at the south end of Gillson Park Join Go Green Wilmette for bird […]
Mother's Day Yoga Flow & Mimosas Sunday, May 12 9:30-10:30 am Location: Lakeview Center Age: 21 & up Price: $25 per attendee Register Here! Start your Mother's Day with an […]
Habitat Helpers of Mallinckrodt Park Workday May 16 from 9 to 11 am Mallinckrodt Park - 1960 Elmwood Ave. Together with Go Green Wilmette you'll connect with the earth and […]
Wilmette Children's Theater 2024 Student-Directed One-Act Plays: Fairytale Lane May 17 at 7 pm May 18 at 11 am May 19 at 11 am Each performance showcases: Rap-Punzel by Whitney […]
TOUCH A TRUCK FREE EVENT for all ages Saturday, May 18 10 am-Noon Touch A Truck puts kids in the driver's seat! Join the Wilmette Park District, Village of Wilmette […]
Guided Bird Walk at Gillson Beach May 19 from 8 to 10 am Coast Guard Station - at the south end of Gillson Park Join Go Green Wilmette for bird walks […]
Gillson Tree Walk May 19 from 10 am-Noon Wallace Bowl in Gillson Park Join GGW and local Tree Keepers on a Tree Walk in Gillson Park. Meet at the Wallace […]
Wheeler Park Public Input Meeting: Nature Play & Landscape Plan Monday, May 20 5-6 pm at Wheeler Park, 298 Catalpa Place, Wilmette Remember the fun nature bump-outs at Keay Nature […]
2024 Dance Team Showcase The Wilmette Dance Team is excited to perform their latest skills and choreography! Friday, May 31 at 7 pm FREE performance! Performance takes place at the […]
2024 Spring Dance Recital Come Fly with Me Support the Wilmette Center for the Arts dance students! Saturday & Sunday, June 1 & 2 Cast A at Noon Cast B […]
Bird Habitat Workday at Gillson Park June 2 from 9-11 am Gillson Bird Habitat - along Michigan Avenue Join Go Green Wilmette to work with and learn about native plants. […]
10 Weeks to Compete In Small-Group Teams By joining our 10-week Summer Transformation Challenge, you are committing not only to yourself, but also to a team of individuals motivated to […]
Wilmette Open Water Swim Race A Ouilmette Foundation Fundraiser to preserve the Wallace Bowl June 15 at 7 am Gillson Beach Registration: $70 | Extra Towel: $30 A timed, fully […]
Habitat Helpers of Mallinckrodt Park Workday June 20 from 9 to 11 am Mallinckrodt Park - 1960 Elmwood Ave. Together with Go Green Wilmette you'll connect with the earth and […]
Taylor Swift Dance Party Thursday, June 20, 7-8:30 pm At Wallace Bowl in Gillson Park A Sounds of Summer show like never before - join us for a FREE dance […]
Back the Bowl Bash A Ouilmette Foundation Fundraiser to preserve the Wallace Bowl June 22 from 6-10:30 pm Wallace Bowl in Gillson Park Tickets: $50 through 6/14 (prices increase to […]
Rosie and the Rivets Sunday, June 23, 4-5:30 pm At Mallinckrodt Gazebo Bopology – A musical tribute to the Rat-Pack and Swing era, Bopology blends their 50’s and 60’s style for […]
Hibbard Park Public Input Meeting: Monday, June 24 5-6 pm at Hibbard Park, 3000 Glenview Rd., Wilmette Friends, neighbors and visitors of Hibbard Park—you're invited to a public input meeting […]
Wednesday, June 26, 10-11:15 am (KID’S SHOW!) Miss Jamie's Farm Mallinckrodt Gazebo Miss Jamie’s Farm – Perfect for pre-schoolers on up through age 8, Miss Jamie and her puppet friends from […]
Johnny Russler & the Beach Bum Bund Thursday, June 27, 7-8:30 pm At Wallace Bowl in Gillson Park Johnny Russler & the Beach Bum Band – Celebrating the beach, warm summer […]