Pavilion and Room Rentals

Host your next indoor or outdoor event or meeting with the Wildwood Park District! Wildwood residents only may rent from our two outdoor lakefront pavilions located at Sunset Park and Willow Point Park, or from our two indoor rooms located at the Wildwood Park District office building.

Indoor room rentals are available year round, while outdoor pavilion rentals are available from April through October 31.

Rental Spaces and Fees

The Wildwood Park District offers a variety of indoor and outdoor rental spaces to choose from that are perfect for most occasions, big or small. Birthday parties, baby showers, meetings, retirement parties, family reunions….we’ve got you covered! Explore our available rental spaces below.

Location: Rule House - 33325 N. Sears Blvd., Wildwood, IL 60030

Maximum Capacity: 15 people

Fee: $25 per hour

Deposit: Refundable $50

Included in Rental: Room space, tables and chairs, indoor restrooms, and refrigerator.

Parking: Parking at Rule House is free and vehicles do not need parking stickers. However, parking is limited, and we encourage carpooling, walking, or biking if possible.

Location: Rule House - 33325 N. Sears Blvd., Wildwood, IL 60030

Maximum Capacity: 55 people

Fee: $35 per hour

Deposit: Refundable $50

Included in Rental: Room space, tables and chairs, indoor restrooms, dry erase board, wall-mounted tv, and refrigerator.

Parking: Parking at Rule House is free and vehicles do not need parking stickers. However, parking is limited and still available to the public during rentals, therefor we encourage carpooling, walking, or biking if possible.

Location: Sunset Park - 33300 N. Lake Shore Dr., Wildwood, IL 60030

Maximum Capacity: 35 people

Fee: $50 per day

Deposit: Refundable $50

Included in Rental: Pavilion space, picnic benches within the pavilion, grill located next to pavilion, and recreation equipment upon request (bags toss game, wiffle ball and bat, set of bases, volleyball, frisbee, kickball, and scoop and toss).

Parking: 5 free parking passes are included with your rental, and up to an additional 3 may be purchased for $2 per parking pass. Every non-resident vehicle must have a temporary parking pass displayed in the windshield. Parking is first-come first-serve and still open to the public during pavilion rentals. A parking pass issued by the Park District does not guarantee you a parking spot.

Location: Willow Point Park - 33666 N. Cove Rd., Wildwood, IL 60030

Maximum Capacity: 75 people

Fee: $75 per day

Deposit: Refundable $75

Included in Rental: Pavilion space, picnic benches within the pavilion, grill located next to pavilion, and recreation equipment upon request (bags toss game, wiffle ball and bat, set of bases, volleyball, frisbee, kickball, and scoop and toss).

Parking: 10 free parking passes are included with your rental, and up to an additional 10 may be purchased for $2 per parking pass. Every non-resident vehicle must have a temporary parking pass displayed in the windshield. Parking is first-come first-serve and still open to the public during pavilion rentals. A parking pass issued by the Park District does not guarantee you a parking spot.

Frequently Asked Questions

Choosing the right venue for your next party can be difficult, which is why we’ve answered key questions below to help make your decision easier. Additional questions can be directed to the Wildwood Park District office at 847.223.7275 or info@wildwoodparkdistrict.com.

Yes, pavilion and room rentals are available to Wildwood Park District residents only. Rental applicants must be a Wildwood resident and the renter (the specific person listed on the rental application) is required to be present for the entire length of the event.

Room Rentals: rooms are available to rent seven (7) days a week between the hours of 10am-6pm (including setup and cleanup), and must not last more than a maximum of five (5) hours total. Please note: room availability is dependent upon Wildwood Park District programs and events.

Pavilion Rentals: pavilions are available to rent seven (7) days a week between dusk and dawn.

 

Pavilion Rentals Include:

  • Pavilion space.
  • Picnic benches within the pavilion.
  • Grill located immediately adjacent to the pavilion.
  • Recreation equipment upon request (bags toss game, wiffle ball and bat, set of bases, volleyball, frisbee, kickball, and scoop and toss).

While pavilion renters are welcome to use the below amenities during their rental time, pavilion rentals do not include the exclusive or private use of the following, as they are still open for use to other rentals, residents and/or Wildwood Park District programs and events:

  • Backstops/Baseball fields.
  • Beaches.
  • Bike racks.
  • Boat ramps.
  • Grassy areas and greenspaces.
  • Grills beyond the one located immediately adjacent to the pavilion.
  • Parking lots.
  • Playground equipment and swings.
  • Picnic tables and/or sitting benches outside of the pavilion.
  • Piers.
  • Port-O-Potties.
  • Soccer fields.
  • Volleyball court.
  • Walking paths.

Room Rentals Include:

  • Room space.
  • Tables and chairs.
  • Indoor restrooms.
  • Refrigerator.
  • Dry erase board (Oak Room only).
  • Wall mounted T.V. (Oak Room only).

Room Rentals Do Not Include:

  • Accompanying restrooms.
  • Additional rooms or areas outside of the designated rental space on the approved application, including but not limited to:
    • Conference room.
    • Office space(s).
    • Other rental room.
    • Preschool room.

While room renters are welcome to use the below amenities during their rental time, room rentals do not include the exclusive or private use of the following, as they are still open for use to other rentals, residents and/or Wildwood Park District programs and events:

      • Bike racks.
      • Fishing pavilion.
      • Gaga pit.
      • Grassy areas and greenspaces.
      • Parking lot.
      • Picnic tables and/or sitting benches.
      • Playground equipment.
      • Port-O-Potties.
      • Walking paths.

Room Rentals: Parking at Rule Park is free. Vehicles do not need parking permits or stickers to park at Rule Park. However, parking is limited and still open to the public during rentals so we encourage carpooling, walking, or biking if possible

Pavilion Rentals: 

  • Sunset Pavilion: 5 free parking passes are included with your rental, and up to an additional 3 may be purchased for $2 per parking pass. Every non-resident vehicle must have a temporary parking pass displayed in the windshield. Parking is first-come first-serve and still open to the public during pavilion rentals. A parking pass issued by the Park District does not guarantee you a parking spot.
  • Willow Pavilion: 10 free parking passes are included with your rental, and up to an additional 10 may be purchased for $2 per parking pass. Every non-resident vehicle must have a temporary parking pass displayed in the windshield. Parking is first-come first-serve and still open to the public during pavilion rentals. A parking pass issued by the Park District does not guarantee you a parking spot.

Parking passes will be ready for pickup on Thursday or Friday prior to rental.

No, alcohol consumption, illegal drugs, smoking, and gambling is strictly prohibited in all of the Wildwood Park District parks and facilities.

Room Rentals: Tables and chairs (eight 59" X 30" tables, ten 72" X 18" tables, and chairs (55)) are included with your room rental and will be set up prior to your rental by Wildwood Park District staff. Tables and chairs can be set up in a variety of configurations, including banquet, classroom, conference, and theatre style. You will be asked to select a set-up style on the rental application.

Pavilion Rentals: Picnic tables with built-in bench-style seating are included in your pavilion rental and will already be in the pavilion. Renters are responsible for bringing any additional seatings or tables beyond the provided picnic tables.

Should you need to cancel your event, the Wildwood Park District requires notice no later than 5 days prior to the scheduled rental date to receive a refund of the full deposit and rental fee, minus a cancellation fee of $10. Should you cancel less than 5 days prior to the event, only the full deposit and 50% of the rental fee will be refunded.

Should you need to cancel your event, the Park District office requires notice of your cancellation no later than one week prior to the date to receive a full refund

Rain policy applies to pavilion rentals only. If it is raining or there is inclement weather on the day of your rental, please contact the Park District office the following business day to receive a refund.

Interested in Booking?

To book your next indoor or outdoor event or meeting, please call or email the Wildwood Park District office at 847.223.7275 or info@wildwoodparkdistrict.com to check availability. Please note: Wildwood Park District sponsored activities, events, and programs have priority in all rental spaces. Therefore, reservations for rooms and pavilions can only be taken after our programs have been set for each season as follows:

January to April rental dates – Reservations taken December 1st or later

May to August rental dates – Reservations taken April 1st or later

September to October 31 rental dates – Reservations taken August 1st or later

Room Application    

Pavilion Application