7/16 Air Quality Alert (details on our Air Quality bulletin post) | Centennial Ice Rinks closed 7/13-7/17 for maintenance (details on Ice Skating and Hockey page)
7/16 Air Quality Alert (details on our Air Quality bulletin post) | Centennial Ice Rinks closed 7/13-7/17 for maintenance (details on Ice Skating and Hockey page)
Broadway Bound Camp Presents Willy Wonka Jr. Session 2 Performances At Community Recreation Center Auditorium Wednesday, July 29 at 10:30 am Thursday, July 30 at 6 pm Support the arts and enjoy this FREE performance put on my the talented campers of Broadway Bound! No registration/tickets required.
Broadway Bound Minis Camp Presents The LionKing Kids Session 2 Performances At Community Recreation Center Auditorium Wednesday, July 29 at 6 pm Thursday, July 30 at 10:30 am Support the arts and enjoy this FREE performance put on my the talented campers of Broadway Bound Minis! No registration/tickets required.
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, band info & more HERE!
Dance Camp Recital Session 2 Performances At Community Recreation Center Auditorium Friday, July 31 at 10 am Friday, July 31 at Noon Support the arts and enjoy this FREE dance performance put on my the talented campers of Dance Camp! No registration/tickets required.
Sunset Over The Beach A Ouilmette Foundation Fundraiser Saturday, August 1 7–9:30 pm Gillson Beach, Wilmette $25 per person Ages: 21+ Click HERE for more info & to purchase tickets! Gather for an elegant evening on the shores of Lake Michigan! Cash bar provided. Attendees are encouraged to pick up dinner on the way to […]
Summer Stewardship Workday - at Gillson Park Bird Habitat August 2 from 9-11 am Gillson Bird Habitat – along Michigan Avenue Join Go Green Wilmette for a chance to work on Gillson Park’s beautiful bird habitat! Spend the morning in the fresh air and sunshine. Meet at the habitat on Michigan Ave. Wear long pants and […]
Early Fall & all its seasonal delights are drifting in! As the seasons change, we've got plenty of ways to enjoy autumn with fun and engaging activities, events and programs. 2026 Early Fall programs post online July 21. Registration opens at 10 am: 8/4 for residents 8/11 for non-residents Early fall session runs 8/24-10/18.
Discount Day at the Beach Wednesday, August 5 from 10 am-8 pm At any of our three swimming beaches! Age two & up (children under two are free) $3 for South Beach $6 for Gillson Main Beach $6 for Langdon Beach We’re excited to host another season of Discount Days—a handful of special dates with reduced […]
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 Opening Act: Wilmette Public Library Join us before the concert for interactive songs, rhymes and games with children's librarians from Wilmette Public Library! 10-10:25 am At Mallinckrodt Park View our full Sounds […]
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, band info & more HERE!
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, band info & more HERE!
Gillson Beach Clean-Up Freshen up SOUTH BEACH and enjoy a summer morning at the beach! Join Go Green Wilmette for a Saturday morning Beach Clean-Up. At Gillson South Beach from 9-11 am Saturday, August 8 Bring your own reusable gloves and a bucket or container for rubbish/plastic pieces. For questions, contact: info@gogreenwilmette.org. More info at […]
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, band info & more HERE!
Early Fall & all its seasonal delights are drifting in! As the seasons change, we've got plenty of ways to enjoy autumn with fun and engaging activities, events and programs. 2026 Early Fall programs post online July 21. Registration opens at 10 am: 8/4 for residents 8/11 for non-residents Early fall session runs 8/24-10/18.
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, band info & more HERE!
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, band info & more HERE!
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, band info & more HERE!
Summer Stewardship Workday - with Mallinckrodt Park Habitat Helpers August 20 from 9-11 am Mallinckrodt Park – 1960 Elmwood Avenue 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 and gardening gloves, and dress for the weather. Trowels and […]
LIVE Music across Wilmette, all summer long! Wilmette's Sounds of Summer: No Turn On Red Thursday, August 20 from 7-8:30 pm (rescheduled from June 11!) At Wallace Bowl in Gillson Park View our full Sounds of Summer season schedule, band info & more HERE!
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, band info & more HERE!
Gillson Beach Clean-Up Freshen up SOUTH BEACH and enjoy a summer morning at the beach! Join Go Green Wilmette for a Saturday morning Beach Clean-Up. At Gillson South Beach from 9-11 am Saturday, August 22 Bring your own reusable gloves and a bucket or container for rubbish/plastic pieces. For questions, contact: info@gogreenwilmette.org. More info at […]
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, band info & more HERE!
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, band info & more HERE!
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: The Jolly Ringwolds Thursday, September 3 from 7-8:30 pm At Village Green in Downtown Wilmette View our full Sounds of Summer season schedule, band info & more HERE!
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, band info & more HERE!
