Community Events
Elmhurst Great Western Prairie Work Day
Posted May 02, 2022 - 1:17pmMay 21, 2022 - 9:00amHelp maintain Elmhurst's stretch of 10,000-year-old prairie. Volunteers meet at the Great Western Prairie (intersection of Berkley Avenue and Prairie Path, just west of Spring Road) 9 a.m.-Noon on the third Saturday of the month. Wear sturdy shoes and bring work gloves.
Upcoming 2022 Dates:
East End Pool opens
Posted December 22, 2021 - 11:20amMay 28, 2022 - 12:30pm
Opening day for the 2022 Pool Season at East End Pool. View the full 2022 Schedule.
Memorial Day hours
Posted March 07, 2022 - 10:22amMay 30, 2022 - 8:00amIn observance of Memorial Day, Wagner Community Center and the Administrative Building will be closed. Open facility hours:
- Courts Plus will be open 7 a.m.-1 p.m.
- The Hub at Berens Park is open 10 a.m.-7 p.m. ( Spray ground closess at 4 p.m.).
- East End Pool is open Noon-8 p.m. (Pool Pass Holders may enter an hour early at 11 a.m.)
- Sugar Creek Golf Course is open 7 a.m.-6 p.m.
Smalley Pool Opens
Posted May 06, 2022 - 11:58amJune 06, 2022 - 10:00amSmalley Pool opens today for the season! View full 2022 Schedule.
Safety Town Open Road
Posted April 20, 2022 - 2:08pmJune 10, 2022 - 9:00am
Eldridge Adventure Day
Posted October 29, 2021 - 1:07pmJune 12, 2022 - 9:00am to 12:00pm
Join the Park District for a nature adventure! Get ready for summer with plenty of activities that will get the family excited about the great outdoors. Free event.
Wacky Wednesday - Hawaiian Luau
Posted April 21, 2022 - 1:58pmJune 15, 2022 - 1:00pmJoin us for fun in the sun during our Hawaiian Luau, from 1-4 p.m. at East End Pool. Enjoy Hawaiian music while kids enjoy festive games. Regular daily admission rates apply.
Safety Town Open Road
Posted April 20, 2022 - 2:11pmJune 17, 2022 - 9:00am
Movie in the Park
Posted October 29, 2021 - 2:33pmJune 17, 2022 - 7:30pm
Grab a picnic blanket and join us at Wilder Park for a showing of Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs. Movie begins at dusk. Free admission.
Movies in the Park is a partnership between Elmhurst Park District and Elmhurst Public Library.
Elmhurst Great Western Prairie Work Day
Posted April 11, 2022 - 2:33pmJune 18, 2022 - 9:00am
Help maintain Elmhurst's stretch of 10,000-year-old prairie. Volunteers meet at the Great Western Prairie (intersection of Berkley Avenue and Prairie Path, just west of Spring Road) 9 a.m.-Noon on the third Saturday of the month. Wear sturdy shoes and bring work gloves.
Upcoming 2022 Dates:
Party in the Park
Posted March 01, 2022 - 1:55pmJune 22, 2022 - 9:00am to 11:00am
We're popping into the parks on select days this summer to party with you! Kids of all ages are invited to head to Berens Park (just west of The Hub in the grass area) for some good old-fashioned fun. We'll provide bubbles, hula hoops, jump ropes and more. Free to attend. See you in the park!
Upcoming Party in the Park dates:
- Friday, July 15 – Conrad Fischer
- Friday, July 29 – Salt Creek
- Wednesday, August 10 – Centennial Park
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Middle School Nights at the Pool
Posted April 20, 2022 - 2:44pmJune 22, 2022 - 8:30pmCalling all sixth, seventh and eighth graders! Join us at East End Pool 8:30-10:30 p.m. to swim and listen to music provided by Impulse Entertainment DJs! Drinks and snacks will be available for purchase. Registration can be done online prior to 7 p.m. on the night of the event, or at the door. Pool passes not valid for this event. Fee: $10 in advance, $12 at the door.
Register beginning May 7Safety Town Open Road
Posted April 20, 2022 - 2:15pmJune 24, 2022 - 9:00am
Safety Town Open Road
Posted April 20, 2022 - 2:16pmJune 25, 2022 - 9:00am
Wacky Wednesday - Splash Bash
Posted April 21, 2022 - 2:00pmJune 29, 2022 - 1:00pmJoin us for fun in the sun during our Splash Bash, from 1-4 p.m. at Smalley Pool. Fun and games for kids of all ages. Regular daily admission rates apply.
Safety Town Open Road
Posted April 20, 2022 - 2:17pmJuly 01, 2022 - 9:00am
Safety Town Open Road
Posted April 20, 2022 - 2:18pmJuly 08, 2022 - 9:00am
Movie in the Park
Posted October 29, 2021 - 2:35pmJuly 08, 2022 - 7:30pm
Grab a picnic blanket and join Elmhurst Park District at Wilder Park for a showing of Disney's Encanto. Movie begins at dusk. Free admission.
Movies in the Park is a partnership between Elmhurst Park District and Elmhurst Public Library.
Decorate the Deck
Posted April 20, 2022 - 2:51pmJuly 09, 2022 - 11:00amUnplug and unwind at the pools! Stop by East End or Smalley Pool to celebrate Unplug Illinois Day. Staff invites you to join us in decorating the deck - help fill our deck space with chalk drawings. Normal daily admission rates apply.
Safety Town Open Road
Posted April 20, 2022 - 2:19pmJuly 15, 2022 - 9:00am
Party in the Park
Posted March 01, 2022 - 1:57pmJuly 15, 2022 - 9:00am to 11:00am
We're popping into the parks on select days this summer to party with you! Kids of all ages are invited to head to Conrad Fischer Park for some good old-fashioned fun. We'll provide bubbles, hula hoops, jump ropes and more. Free to attend. See you in the park!
Upcoming Party in the Park dates. All parties meet 9-11 a.m.
- Friday, July 29 – Salt Creek
- Wednesday, August 10 – Centennial Park
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Elmhurst Great Western Prairie Work Day
Posted April 11, 2022 - 2:33pmJuly 16, 2022 - 9:00am
Help maintain Elmhurst's stretch of 10,000-year-old prairie. Volunteers meet at the Great Western Prairie (intersection of Berkley Avenue and Prairie Path, just west of Spring Road) 9 a.m.-Noon on the third Saturday of the month. Wear sturdy shoes and bring work gloves.
Upcoming 2022 Dates:
Safety Town Open Road
Posted April 20, 2022 - 2:20pmJuly 16, 2022 - 9:00am
Middle School Nights at the Pool
Posted April 20, 2022 - 2:45pmJuly 20, 2022 - 8:30pmCalling all sixth, seventh and eighth graders! Join us at East End Pool 8:30-10:30 p.m. to swim and listen to music provided by Impulse Entertainment DJs! Drinks and snacks will be available for purchase. Registration can be done online prior to 7 p.m. on the night of the event, or at the door. Pool passes not valid for this event. Fee: $10 in advance, $12 at the door.
Safety Town Open Road
Posted April 20, 2022 - 2:20pmJuly 22, 2022 - 9:00am
Bags, Brew and BBQ
Posted October 29, 2021 - 1:17pmJuly 23, 2022 - 6:00pm to 9:00pm
Play some games, grab some drinks and enjoy some bbq. A game night in Wilder Park just for those 21 and older, the event will feature bags and other lawn games guaranteed to bring out your competitive spirit. Free to attend, drinks and food available to purchase. Ages 21 and older only.
Christmas in July
Posted April 20, 2022 - 2:53pmJuly 24, 2022 - 1:00pmFamilies come and join the Elmhurst Park District Pool Staff at East End Pool from 1-4 p.m. as we celebrate Christmas in July! There will be a variety of reindeer games, a Christmas Trivia contest, and even a visit from Santa. A DJ will be there to set the mood with Christmas music. Regular daily admission rates apply.
Wacky Wednesday - Easter in July
Posted April 21, 2022 - 2:02pmJuly 27, 2022 - 1:00pmHop over for fun in the sun during our Easter in July, from 1-4 p.m. at Smalley Pool. Games and festive fun for kids of all ages. Regular daily admission rates apply.
Safety Town Open Road
Posted April 20, 2022 - 2:21pmJuly 29, 2022 - 9:00am
Party in the Park
Posted March 01, 2022 - 1:58pmJuly 29, 2022 - 9:00am to 11:00am
We're popping into the parks on select days this summer to party with you! Join us, 9-11 a.m. Kids of all ages are invited to head to Salt Creek Park for some good old-fashioned fun. We'll provide bubbles, hula hoops, jump ropes and more. Free to attend. See you in the park!
Upcoming Party in the Park date:
- Wednesday, August 10 – Centennial Park
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Wacky Wednesday - Dog Days of Summer
Posted April 21, 2022 - 2:03pmAugust 03, 2022 - 1:00pmEnjoy the last days of summer with some fun in the sun during our Dog Days of Summer Wacky Wednesday, from 1-4 p.m. at East End Pool. Fun and games for kids of all ages. Regular daily admission rates apply.
Safety Town Open Road
Posted April 20, 2022 - 2:22pmAugust 05, 2022 - 9:00am
Movie in the Park
Posted November 03, 2021 - 1:11pmAugust 05, 2022 - 7:30pm
Grab a picnic blanket and join us at Wilder Park for a showing of Jurassic Park. Movie begins at dusk. Free admission.
Movies in the Park is a partnership between Elmhurst Park District and Elmhurst Public Library.
Bring your appetite, food trucks will be at the park during the event.
Resident Fall Program Registration
Posted March 17, 2022 - 2:37pmAugust 06, 2022 - 8:00amFall program registration opens today at 8 a.m. for residents.
Visit the registration page to register.
Safety Town Open Road
Posted April 20, 2022 - 2:23pmAugust 06, 2022 - 9:00am
Non-Resident Fall Program Registration
Posted March 17, 2022 - 2:38pmAugust 09, 2022 - 8:00amFall program registration opens today at 8 a.m. for non-residents.
Visit the registration page to register.
Party in the Park
Posted March 01, 2022 - 2:00pmAugust 10, 2022 - 9:00am to 11:00am
We're popping into the parks on select days this summer to party with you! Kids of all ages are invited to head to Centennial Park, 9-11 a.m. for some good old-fashioned fun. We'll provide bubbles, hula hoops, jump ropes and more. Free to attend. See you in the park!
Presented by
Middle School Nights at the Pool
Posted April 20, 2022 - 2:46pmAugust 10, 2022 - 8:30pmCalling all sixth, seventh and eighth graders! Join us at East End Pool 8:30-10:30 p.m. to swim and listen to music provided by Impulse Entertainment DJs! Drinks and snacks will be available for purchase. Registration can be done online prior to 7 p.m. on the night of the event, or at the door. Pool passes not valid for this event. Fee: $10 in advance, $12 at the door.
Register beginning May 7Elmhurst Great Western Prairie Work Day
Posted April 11, 2022 - 2:34pmAugust 20, 2022 - 9:00am
Help maintain Elmhurst's stretch of 10,000-year-old prairie. Volunteers meet at the Great Western Prairie (intersection of Berkley Avenue and Prairie Path, just west of Spring Road) 9 a.m.-Noon on the third Saturday of the month. Wear sturdy shoes and bring work gloves.
Upcoming 2022 Dates:
Park Palooza
Posted October 29, 2021 - 1:19pmAugust 20, 2022 - 5:00pm to 9:00pm
End the summer on a high note! Join Elmhurst Park District in Berens Park from 5-9 p.m. for family games, music on the lawn and a beer garden. Performing on stage will be Gen Fuze (5-6:30 p.m.) and The Student Body (7-9 p.m.).
Touch a Truck
Posted October 29, 2021 - 1:24pmSeptember 10, 2022 - 9:00am to 12:00pm
Climb and explore a variety of vehicles at Touch a Truck in Berens Park. Free admission.
This event is outdoors and held rain or shine. In the event of severe weather, please check the Rainout Line. Updates will also be posted on the website and the Elmhurst Park District Facebook page.
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Elmhurst Great Western Prairie Work Day
Posted April 11, 2022 - 2:35pmSeptember 17, 2022 - 9:00am
Help maintain Elmhurst's stretch of 10,000-year-old prairie. Volunteers meet at the Great Western Prairie (intersection of Berkley Avenue and Prairie Path, just west of Spring Road) 9 a.m.-Noon on the third Saturday of the month. Wear sturdy shoes and bring work gloves.
Upcoming 2022 Dates:
Family Fall Fest
Posted October 29, 2021 - 1:29pmOctober 08, 2022 - 9:00am to 12:00pm
Get your costumes ready and bring the family to The Depot at Wild Meadows Trace (511 S. York St.) from 9 a.m.-Noon for Safety Town trick-or-treating plus fall festivities! Free admission.
This event is outdoors and held rain or shine. In the event of severe weather, please check the Rainout Line. Updates will also be posted on the website and the Elmhurst Park District Facebook page.
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Elmhurst Great Western Prairie Work Day
Posted April 11, 2022 - 2:36pmOctober 15, 2022 - 9:00am
Help maintain Elmhurst's stretch of 10,000-year-old prairie. Volunteers meet at the Great Western Prairie (intersection of Berkley Avenue and Prairie Path, just west of Spring Road) 9 a.m.-Noon on the third Saturday of the month. Wear sturdy shoes and bring work gloves.
Upcoming 2022 Dates:
Elmhurst Great Western Prairie Work Day
Posted April 11, 2022 - 2:37pmNovember 19, 2022 - 9:00am
Help maintain Elmhurst's stretch of 10,000-year-old prairie. Volunteers meet at the Great Western Prairie (intersection of Berkley Avenue and Prairie Path, just west of Spring Road) 9 a.m.-Noon on the third Saturday of the month. Wear sturdy shoes and bring work gloves.
Tree Lighting
Posted February 28, 2022 - 1:24pmDecember 01, 2022 - 5:30pm
Join the Elmhurst Park District as we kick off the holiday season in Wilder Park! Visit with Santa while enjoying games, family photo opportunities, holiday music and more. Free to attend.
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