Special Events

Join us at Pebble Beach Park for some winter wonderland fun! Enjoy a variety of attractions such as ice skating, family ice fishing (sponsored by the Gages Lake Conservation Committee), ice painting, a snowman building contest (with or without snow), children’s winter games, and more! All ages are welcome. Participants are encouraged to bring used winter items (scarfs, gloves, carrots, etc.) for snowman decorations. Please dress for the weather and please provide your own ice skates. Please pre-register by Friday, January 13th. *Registration begins January 1 for residents, and January 8 for non-residents

Put on your dancing shoes, make a date with your special little someone, and join us for a fun evening at our Sweetheart Dance! The night will be filled with dancing, laughing, and creating memories. Enjoy snacks and beverages while you dance the night away. Each family will go home with a picture to remember the special occasion. Preregistration is required by Friday, January 27th. Price is based on one adult and one child pair. Individual tickets need to be purchased for each additional child. *Registration begins January 1 for residents, and January 8 for non-residents

Winter got you feeling cooped up? We’re taking the party outside! Bundle up and join us for our first ever neighborhood bonfire and sledding event on Saturday, February 4th from 11-12:30pm! FREE! Bring your own sled/snow tube and hit the hill at Willow Point Park or cozy up by the bonfire with a cup of hot cocoa and roast s’mores! Cold weather gear (hand warmers) and hot cocoa will be provided by the Wildwood Park District. Meet at the end of Rule Ct. by the walking path entrance. Happy sledding! *Registration begins January 1 for residents, and January 8 for non-residents

Bring your ice fishing rod and try your luck at the Valley Lake Ice Fishing Derby! There will be a prize awarded for the longest, shortest, and most amount of fish caught. We ask that participants drill their own hole. Please register by Friday, February 3rd. Makeup/backup date for event Saturday, February 18th. *Registration begins January 1 for residents, and January 8 for non-residents

KIDS EGG HUNT (11AM)

Hop along and find eggs filled with candy and toys hidden in Rule Park! Hunt areas will be divided by age. One lucky golden egg will be hidden in each area. Find the lucky golden egg and receive a special prize! NO PREREGISTRATION REQUIRED. This event is rain or shine, so please dress for the weather. When you arrive, line up near your age division. Note: We respectfully ask parents to limit their children to 7 eggs so everyone gets their share. Don’t forget to bring a basket!

DOG EGG HUNT (11:30AM)
Leash up your pup and hop on over to Rule Park for an egg hunt that is just for dogs! Owners must stay with their dog at all times. Please bring a basket or bag for collecting eggs. Each dog may collect up to 5 treat-filled eggs. NO PREREGISTRATION REQUIRED.