Help Us Choose a Color Scheme and Equipment for the New Old Plank Park Playground!

As we enter the next phase of the Old Plank Park Improvements and Playground Replacement Project, the Park District is conducting a short survey for residents to give their feedback on playground color scheme and equipment options. Click here to take the survey.

Harvest Fest 9/28

Harvest Fest is a free one-day event where residents and non-residents come out for a fun filled day to celebrate the beginning of the fall season. Attendees can enjoy live music and entertainment on the main stage, beer tent, delicious food, antique car show, dunk tank with local celebrities, games, kids activities, petting zoo, pony rides, pumpkin and face painting, decorated lake front photo op area, vendor booths, sponsor booths, and more! Click here to learn more.

2025 Consolidated Elections

PUBLIC NOTICE: Wildwood Park District Board of Commissioners 2025 Consolidated Elections. The Wildwood Park District will have three (3) board commissioner seats up for election in the 2025 Consolidated Elections. The election for office will take place on April 1, 2025 when potential candidates can vie for three seats, including two full six-year terms and one unexpired two-year term. Click here for more information.

Adult Yoga (Fall Session 1) Begins 9/5

Enjoy a restful, calming class designed to engage the mind and body through stretching and strengthening exercises. Improve flexibility, range of motion, balance, and posture during this hour-long program. This class will focus on relaxing your mind to improve your health. Click here to register or for more information.

Basic Dog Obedience Class Begins 9/11

In this eight-week basic introduction to on leash obedience skills class, we provide you with the tools and knowledge to teach your dog to be a well-mannered companion. We will cover heel position, sit, sit stay, down, down stay, and come. The goal of this class is to teach your dog to be calm and neutral around other dogs and distractions. Classes are taught by Katie Delafont- dog trainer, owner of Noble K-9 Dog Training, and Wildwood resident. Please pre- register by Monday, September 9th. Click here to register or for more information.

Community Meeting 9/12: Old Plank Park Improvements and Playground Replacement

The Wildwood Park District will host a community meeting on Thursday, September 12 at 6:00pm at the Wildwood Park District office building (Oak Room) located at 33325 N. Sears Blvd., Wildwood, IL 60030. The purpose of this meeting is for Wildwood residents to review concepts developed from resident feedback, playground design experts, and input from the Gagewood Lions Club (who is a generous monetary contributor and has funded and executed many Wildwood and Gages Lake area playground builds) regarding amenity enhancements and playground equipment replacement at Old Plank Park. Click here for more details.

Parents Walking Club Every Monday at 3pm September-October

Bring your kids/babies and join us for a free weekly walk, talk, and play! The goal of this group is to meet other parents in the neighborhood, socialize, build community and support, get a break from daily stresses and responsibilities, empower new parents to step out the door and adventure with baby, laugh, introduce your kids to new friends…all while getting physical exercise and fresh air for both parents AND little ones! Click here to learn more.

Gages Lake Aquatic Weed Treatment 8/22/2024 Update

Please click here to see the latest update on Gages Lake aquatic weed re-treatment and treatment map zones

Park Safety A Letter to the Community

Wildwood Park District’s new Park Safety Coordinator, Roberto Cambrany, addresses residents in his letter to the community. Read the full letter by clicking here.

Doug Dietzen Takes Oath of Office as New Member of Wildwood Park District Board of Commissioners

The Wildwood Park District is pleased to announce that on Monday, May 20th, 2024, Doug Dietzen took his Oath of Office at the May Board of Commissioners meeting. Click here to learn more.

Special Events

Please click here to get more information about our special events!

Youth Programs

Learn more about Wildwood Park District’s youth programs!

Early Childhood & Tot Programs

Learn more about Wildwood Park District’s early childhood and tot programs!
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Adult / Senior Programs

Learn more about Wildwood Park District’s Adult programs!

Schoolhouse Adventures Community Preschool

For over 30 years, Schoolhouse Adventures Community Preschool has provided children with a developmentally appropriate, fun, and safe environment to learn and socialize. Click here to learn more about preschool.

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Old Plank Park Improvements and Playground Replacement

PRESS RELEASE: PUBLIC MEETING SCHEDULED TO REVIEW CONCEPTS FOR OLD PLANK PARK IMPROVEMENTS AND PLAYGROUND REPLACEMENT August 29, 2024 The Wildwood Park District will host a community meeting on Thursday, […]

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2025 Consolidated Elections

PUBLIC NOTICE: Wildwood Park District Board of Commissioners 2025 Consolidated Elections The Wildwood Park District will have three (3) board commissioner seats up for election in the 2025 Consolidated Elections. […]

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Wildwood Park District Annual Audit Report Ending April 30, 2024 Available to View

Document can also be found under “About Us” and “Forms & Financials” Annual Audit Report Year Ending April 30, 2024

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Upcoming Events

Sep 17
3's Preschool Class 9:00am - 11:45am
Sep 18
4/5 PreK Class 9:00am - 12:00pm
Sep 18
Basic Obedience Training 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Sep 19
3's Preschool Class 9:00am - 11:45am
Sep 19
Yoga - Fall Session 1 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Sep 20
4/5 PreK Class 9:00am - 12:00pm
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Current Park & Beach Conditions

All beaches are closed for the season effective 9/3/2024.