Summer Program Guide Now Available!

Browse upcoming summer classes, programs, special events, and more in our digital guide! 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. Click here to browse the guide.

Summer Camp Guide Now Available!

The 2026 Summer Camp Guide is here! Start planning a fun, active, and stress-free summer! Inside the guide, you’ll find details on our exciting summer camps, before and after camp care options, and swim lessons – all designed to keep kids learning, moving, and having a blast! Click here to browse the guide.

4th Annual Day of Cheerful Service in Honor of Gavin Short on 4/25

Our son Gavin Short is an Eagle Scout whose life was taken far too soon. He passed on April 29, 2022 in a tragic auto accident, along with two of his best friends, Drake and Nic. To continue his legacy of kindness and volunteerism, we invite you to join us in a Day of Cheerful Service in Honor of Gavin. A commitment to cheerful service is one of the central principles of the Order of the Arrow, which is a Scouting honor society. Gavin joined the OA brotherhood in 2016. There are two opportunities for you to help on this Day of Cheerful Service: packing meals at Feed My Starving Children and/or participating in a park clean-up at the Wildwood Park District, which is the charter organization for Scouts BSA Troop 671. Click here to learn more.

Adult Yoga Begins 5/7

Enjoy an eight-week 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. Please pre-register by the morning of each sessions start date. Click here to register or learn more.

20th Annual Gages Lake Conservation Committee Carp Fishing Derby on 5/30

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. Click here to learn more.

Pebble Beach and Sunset Boat Ramp Padlocks Changed 2/23/2026

The padlocks at the Pebble Beach Park and Sunset Park boat launch gates have been switched over for 2026 effective 2/23/2026. Updated boat keys for 2026 are available for sale in the Wildwood Park District office at 33325 N. Sears Blvd. M-F 9:30am-4:00pm.

Special Events

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Youth Programs

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Adult & Senior Programs

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Latest News

Wildwood Park District awarded Lake County Tree Grant for Native Tree Plantings

The Wildwood Park District is proud to announce that we were one of eight organizations awarded a grant through the Lake County Tree Planting Program! This grant will allow us […]

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Willow Point Park Shoreline Stabilization Project – Updates

Public Notice: Willow Point Park Shoreline Stabilization Project Update 4/8/2026 The Willow Point Park Shoreline Stabilization Project is near completion to protect and restore the shoreline along Gages Lake at […]

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Wildwood Park District Community ADA Accessibility and Inclusion Survey!

We’d love your feedback! The Wildwood Park District, in its efforts to provide recommendations to the Board of Commissioners on ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) improvements, inclusion, and park/facility/programming accessibility […]

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Upcoming Events

Apr 18
Arbor Day Tree Giveaway Gagewood Lions Club 8:00am - 12:00pm
Apr 20
4's & 5's Preschool 9:00am - 12:00pm
Apr 20
Board Meeting 7:00pm - 7:00pm
Apr 22
4's & 5's Preschool 9:00am - 12:00pm
Apr 23
Room Rental 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Apr 23
Yoga Winter Session 2 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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Current Park & Beach Conditions

All Parks are open. Beaches are now closed for the season and will reopen Memorial Day Weekend.