Dance Alliance Auditions Take your love of dance to the next level and audition to join our award winning Center for the Arts dance team! Dance Alliance members participate in […]

Early Fall is in the air!  Get excited for the start of the change in seasons and all the delightful activities, events and programs that come along with it. 2024 […]

CFC Shutdown - Mark Your Calendars We’ve scheduled a deep clean of the Center Fitness Club, and we'll be closed to the public... DATES: July 31-August 2 CFC members and […]

Wilmette Concert Band Thursday, August 1, 7-8:30 pm At Wallace Bowl in Gillson Park View our full season schedule HERE!

Summer Exhibition at Centennial Ice Rinks, 2300 Old Glenview Road August 3 from 11:15 am-12:45 pm FREE performance for spectators Join the spectacular Centennial Ice Skaters for their FREE summer […]

Bird Habitat Workday at Gillson Park August 4 from 9-11 am Gillson Bird Habitat - along Michigan Avenue Join Go Green Wilmette to work with and learn about native plants. […]

Early Fall is in the air!  Get excited for the start of the change in seasons and all the delightful activities, events and programs that come along with it. 2024 […]

FREE Mini Classes! Try Karate Have you been wondering what a karate class is like? Here’s your chance to find out! Join Illinois Shotokan Karate for a FREE mini Try […]

Istvan & His Imaginary Band Wednesday, August 14, 10-11:15 am (KID’S SHOW!) At Wallace Bowl in Gillson Park Istvan & His Imaginary Band – When Istvan starts rocking kids can’t help […]

August Full Moon Kayak Tour August 18 from 7 to 9 pm Gillson South Beach (picnic area 3) R-$100 / NR-$125 Ages 9 and up As the sun sets our […]

Habitat Helpers of Mallinckrodt Park Workday August 22 from 9 to 11 am Mallinckrodt Park - 1960 Elmwood Ave. Together with Go Green Wilmette you'll connect with the earth and […]

Labor Day Kayak Tour September 1 from 10 am to Noon Gillson South Beach (picnic area 3) R-$100 / NR-$115 Ages 12 and up Join us for our Labor Day […]

Bird Habitat Workday at Gillson Park September 8 from 9-11 am Gillson Bird Habitat - along Michigan Avenue Join Go Green Wilmette to work with and learn about native plants. […]

It’s Red Carpet Night! The Wilmette Park District Center for the Arts Presents Movie Star Camp Premiere Night WHEN: September 16 at 5:45 pm WHERE: Community Recreation Center Auditorium ATTIRE: […]

Explore the change in seasons with Late Fall programs!  Look for holiday special events, winter break camps, and all your favorite classes and activities. 2024 Late Fall programs are posted […]

Bird Habitat Workday at Gillson Park* September 19 from 9-11 am Gillson Bird Habitat – along Michigan Avenue Join Go Green Wilmette to work with and learn about native plants. Wear […]

Community Garage Sale New Location: Centennial Parking Lot Saturday, September 28, 8 am-12:30 pm Centennial Parking Lot, 2300 Old Glenview Rd. Come to Centennial parking lot and see what treasures […]

Explore the change in seasons with Late Fall programs!  Look for holiday special events, winter break camps, and all your favorite classes and activities. 2024 Late Fall programs posted online […]

Explore the change in seasons with Late Fall programs!  Look for holiday special events, winter break camps, and all your favorite classes and activities. 2024 Late Fall programs posted online […]

Ticket Sales begin October 8 for... Wilmette Children's Theater spring production: SHREK The Musical Jr. Performances: Fridays, October 25 & November 1: 7 pm Saturdays, October 26 & November 2: […]

Fall Family Festival October 13 from 2 t0 4 pm Gillson Park - Lake Ave. & Michigan Ave. Join Go Green Wilmette and the Wilmette Park District for the Family […]

Wicked Wilmette October 19 from 2-4 pm At Hibbard Park, 3000 Glenview Rd., WIlmette Recommended for ages 12 & under Registration: R-$25 / NR-$32 REGISTER NOW! Come one, come all, […]

Halloween Dancetacular Age 4-7 Calling all ghosties and ghoulies for an afternoon of dancing, storytime, and craft making! We will start with some Halloween themed warm ups and dances, and […]

Spooky Skate At Centennial Ice Rinks Sunday, October 27 From 1-2:30 pm All ages IN-COSTUME ENTRY: $5 general admission FREE for 5 & under REGULAR ENTRY: $8 for students $9 […]

Opening weekend for SHREK The Musical Jr. Performances: Fridays, October 25 & November 1: 7 pm Saturdays, October 26 & November 2: 2 pm Sundays, October 27 & November 3: […]

Back-to-Back Fitness Classes with Billy Blanks Held at Lakeview Center (800 Gillson Park Drive, Wilmette) Hosted by the Center Fitness Club Sunday, November 10 REGISTER HERE! Registration opens 9/27. Join […]

Purchase your 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 […]

Ticket Sales begin for The Nutcracker General sales open: November 19 at 10 am TICKETS $13 Purchase tickets online, or at the Community Recreation Center front desk. For more information, […]

Dear Santa... Write a letter to Jolly Old St. Nick and drop it off at the magic mailbox located in Mallinckrodt Park Gazebo! Dates: 11/22-12/8 Location: The Gazebo in Mallinckrodt […]

Center Fitness Club Holiday Hustle November 25 - January 10 (7 weeks) $35 Member / $75 Non-Member (includes gym access for duration of challenge) Register at the Center Fitness Club […]

There's a whole Winter Wonderland for you and your family to Explore! Look for winter after-school clubs, spring break camps, and favorite classes and activities. 2025 Winter programs are posted […]

Center Fitness Club Holiday Special December 1 - January 10 20% off Personal Training and Group Fitness packages Happy Holidays from the Center Fitness Club! Whether you're starting a fresh […]

Cyber Monday Sale Only one day, only online! Take advantage of the Cyber Monday Sale and save 10% on 2025 Season Beach & Pool Passes and (NEW THIS YEAR) purchase […]

Craft a confectionary masterpiece at our holiday workshops! Adult Gingerbread House Workshops run December 6-7 Age 21 & up at the Lakeview Center R-$47 / NR-$58 December 6 at 7 […]

Craft a confectionary masterpiece at our holiday workshops! Family Gingerbread House Workshops run December 7-8 Age 4 & up at the Community Recreation Center R-$47 / NR-$58 December 7 at […]

Breakfast with Santa, our popular holiday tradition, is back for another season at The Lawn! Choose from multiple seatings on Saturday, 12/7, 12/14 and 12/21: 8 am, 9:45 am and […]

There's a whole Winter Wonderland for you and your family to Explore! Look for winter after-school clubs, spring break camps, and favorite classes and activities. 2025 Winter programs are posted […]

Early Childhood Center Preschool OPEN HOUSE Tuesday, December 10 from 6-7 PM At the Early Childhood Center 3000 Glenview Rd., Wilmette Planning for Preschool? See what’s in store for your […]

The Great Holiday Wrap-Up Wednesday, December 11 from 3-7 pm Dropoff Time Slots: 3 pm, 4 pm, 5 pm, 6 pm This holiday season, save yourself from the wrapping whirlwind […]

Wilmette Center for the Arts presents The Nutcracker December 13: 7 pm December 14: 2 pm and 7 pm December 15: 2 pm TICKETS: **SOLD OUT** enjoy the show! Celebrate […]

Holiday Exhibition 2024 at Centennial Ice Rinks (2300 Old Glenview Rd.) Sunday, December 15 1-2:30 pm Free for spectators Cheer on our skaters and enjoy a FREE holiday celebration at […]

There's a whole Winter Wonderland for you and your family to Explore! Look for winter after-school clubs, spring break camps, and favorite classes and activities. 2025 Winter programs are posted […]

Skate with Santa at Centennial Ice Rinks (2300 Old Glenview Rd.) Tuesday, December 24 11 am-12:30 pm Fees: $5 fee *with a non-perishable food donation to Wilmette Food Pantry* (4 […]

Purchase your 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 […]

Center Fitness Club Holiday Special December 1 - January 10 20% off Personal Training and Group Fitness packages Happy Holidays from the Center Fitness Club! Whether you're starting a fresh […]

Plan a Summer Camp season that's out of this world! Browse 2025 Summer Camps, starting January 21 Registration begins at 10 am February 18 for residents February 25 for non-residents […]