Special Events
When Does Registration Begin?
Registration for all 2026 Summer events and programs begins Monday, April 13th at 9:00am for residents, and Monday, April 20th at 9:00am for non-residents.
How Do I Register?
The Wildwood Park District offers multiple ways to register, including online, email, fax, mail, and in-person. Registering online is always fastest. For more details on registering, or to register once registration opens, please visit:
20th Annual Gages Lake Conservation Committee Carp Fishing Derby
Anglers of all ages are welcome at the free 20th Annual Carp Fishing Derby, sponsored by the Gages Lake Conservation Committee and Gagewood Lions Club, in cooperation with Wildwood Park District. Prizes will be awarded for each age group. Basic fishing instructions are provided for beginners. Registration will take place on-site at the Willow Point Park Pavilion. Some fishing poles will be available for use or bring your own. An Illinois Fishing License is required (16+ years old). Children must be supervised by an adult.
| Location: | Willow Point Park | Age: | All Ages |
| Instructor: | Wildwood Park District Staff/Volunteers/Gages Lake Conservation Committee | Min/Max: | N/A |
| Fee: | Free | Class ID: | N/A |
| Date: |
5/30/26 |
Day: | Saturday |
| Time: | 9:00am-12:00pm |
Movie in the Park featuring Cars
Come out to Rule Park and watch Cars on the big screen! Bounce house, concessions, Harbor Brewing, Smash ‘Em Up food truck, Boba Lady truck, and Tropical Chill Ice Cream Truck open at 7:30pm, movie begins at dusk. Bring blankets, chairs, bug spray, and money for food, drinks, and alcoholic beverages! Park District concessions are cash only and include popcorn, chips, candy, soda, and water. In case of severe weather, the reschedule date is Friday, June 12th.
| Location: | Rule Park | Age: | All Ages |
| Instructor: | Wildwood Park District Staff/Volunteers | Min/Max: | N/A |
| Fee: | Free | Class ID: | N/A |
| Date: |
6/5/26 |
Day: | Friday |
| Time: | 7:30pm |
Blues Soiree in the Park featuring Sidestreets
Join us at Willow Point Park for some free rhythm and blues music featuring Sidestreets! Enjoy live music at the lake front pavilion or anchor your boat and catch the tunes from the water! The Blues Soirée event is Mardi Gras themed, so wear your best Mardi Gras attire. Don’t forget to bring your chair or blanket, bug spray, and money for Harbor Brewing, Smash ‘Em Up food truck, and Tropical Chill Ice Cream Truck!
| Location: | Willow Point Park | Age: | All Ages |
| Instructor: | Wildwood Park District Staff/Volunteers | Min/Max: | N/A |
| Fee: | Free | Class ID: | N/A |
| Date: |
6/19/26 |
Day: | Friday |
| Time: | 6:00 – 8:00pm |
