Concert in the Park
July 14, 2020 - 7:00pm
Grab a spot on the Wilder Park lawn and enjoy an evening of music from the Elmhurst Summer Community Band.
Community Events
Concert in the Park
July 16, 2020 - 7:00pm
Grab a spot on the Wilder Park lawn and enjoy an evening of music performed by the Elmhurst Community Jazz Band.
Art in Wilder Park
May 02, 2020 - 10:00am to 5:00pm
You're invited to a marketplace of unique art at the 24th Annual Art in Wilder Park. Over 100 artists will gather at Wilder Park on Saturday, May 2 and Sunday, May 3 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. for this free event, which will also feature food, music and children’s activities. Browse a wide array of art including jewelry, glass, ceramics, painting, photography and sculpture.
Produced by RGL Marketing for the Arts, visit www.rglmarketingforthearts.com for more information.
Flashlight Egg Hunt
April 09, 2020 - 8:00pm
Teens, grab your flashlights and join us for the Flashlight Egg Hunt in Wilder Park. Join your friends in the frenzy as you search for prize eggs filled with candy, gift certificates and other great prizes. Ages 11-16.
Egg Scramble in Wilder Park
April 11, 2020 - 10:00am
Join Elmhurst Park District at the Egg Scramble in beautiful Wilder Park (formally the Egg Hunt)! Come early to meet with the Easter Bunny. Be ready to scramble for eggs at 10 a.m. sharp.
The egg scramble will be followed by our Doggie Eggstravaganza at 10:30 a.m., when the fun goes to the dogs. Prizes will be awarded for best doggie costume so make sure to dress for the occasion.
Doggie Eggstravaganza
April 11, 2020 - 10:30am
Celebrate spring with your four-legged friend at our Doggie Eggstravaganza in Wilder Park, when the egg-citing fun goes to the dogs! Prizes will be awarded for best doggie costume so make sure to dress for the occasion.
The Doggie Eggstravaganza follows the Egg Scramble in Wilder Park at 10 a.m. Both are free of charge and no pre-registration is required.
Wedding Decor Resale Shop
April 18, 2020 - 10:00am to 1:00pm
Keep your wedding or upcoming special event on budget with the Wedding Decor Resale Swap at Wilder Mansion on Saturday, April 18! Find slightly used & unused wedding décor items such as vases, candles, centerpieces, shoes, guest books and more! Free admission.
Family Fall Fest
October 10, 2020 - 10:00am to 2:00pm
Bring the family to The Depot at Wild Meadows Trace for Safety Town trick-or-treating, fun for the little ones, family photo opportunities, fall games, food trucks and more!
Touch a Truck
September 12, 2020 - 9:00am to 12:00pm
Elmhurst Park District invites you to bring the kids to Berens Park to touch and climb through a variety of trucks and vehicles, including fire trucks, tow trucks and more!
Park Palooza
August 22, 2020 - 5:00pm to 10:00pm
End the summer on a high note at Park Palooza! Food trucks, a beer and wine garden, plus plenty of activities for the kids!
Bags, Brew and BBQ
July 25, 2020 - 7:00pm to 9:30pm
Join us for a game night just for adults in front of Wilder Mansion. Fill up on bbq, grab a drink and enjoy a relaxing evening out. Featuring bags and other games guaranteed to bring out your competitive spirit. No admission fee, but must be 21 years or older to attend this event.
Movies in the Park
August 07, 2020 - 7:30pm
Grab a picnic blanket and join us at Wilder Park for a showing of a family favorite (TBD). Come early for free popcorn and food trucks at 7:30 p.m. Movie begins at dusk, approximately 9 p.m.
Movies in the Park is a partnership between Elmhurst Park District and Elmhurst Public Library.
Movies in the Park
July 10, 2020 - 7:30pm
Grab a picnic blanket and join us at Wilder Park for a showing of a family favorite (TBD). Come early for free popcorn and food trucks at 7:30 p.m. Movie begins at dusk, approximately 9 p.m.
Movies in the Park is a partnership between Elmhurst Park District and Elmhurst Public Library.
Movies in the Park
June 26, 2020 - 7:30pm
Grab a picnic blanket and join us at Wilder Park for a showing of a family favorite (TBD). Come early for free popcorn and food trucks at 7:30 p.m. Movie begins at dusk, approximately 9 p.m.
Movies in the Park is a partnership between Elmhurst Park District and Elmhurst Public Library.
Eldridge Adventure Day
June 14, 2020 - 10:00am to 1:00pm
Choose your own adventure in Eldridge Park on Eldridge Adventure Day! Elmhurst Park District welcomes everyone to a day of outdoor fun and nature discovery, including bug hunts, a petting zoo, carnival games and a fishing derby at the lagoon!
Holiday Market at Wilder Mansion
November 02, 2019 - 10:00am to 4:00pm
Thank-you for attending 2019's Holiday Market, we'll see you in 2020!
Over 60 artisans and gourmet food vendors including one of a kind hats, scarves, pottery, ornaments, stationery, chocolates, fashion and MORE!
While you shop, enjoy a glass of wine, for sale provided by Doti Liquors. For more information visit rglmarketingforthearts.com.
Holiday Market at Wilder Mansion
November 01, 2019 - 4:00pm to 9:00pm
Thank-you for attending 2019's Holiday Market, we'll see you in 2020!
Over 60 artisans and gourmet food vendors including one of a kind hats, scarves, pottery, ornaments, stationery, chocolates, fashion and MORE!
While you shop, enjoy a glass of wine, for sale provided by Doti Liquors. For more information visit rglmarketingforthearts.com.
Tree Lighting in Wilder Park
December 05, 2019 - 5:30pm to 7:30pm
Thank you to everyone attended Tree Lighting in Wilder Park! We'll see you next year. View photos from the event here.
Join the Elmhurst Park District as we kick off the holiday season with the annual Tree Lighting in Wilder Park!
Meet with Santa or head into Wilder Mansion to write him a letter. Sit down for a winter tale courtesy of Elmhurst Public Library. Plus, enjoy holiday entertainment and participate in children's activities, including face painting, cookie decorating and visits with Anna and Elsa. See are full schedule of events below!
Get into the holiday spirit by bringing together your family, friends or organization to decorate one of the 60 holiday trees around the park. Take part in an Elmhurst tradition and pick your tree at the Wagner Community Center! View our Tree Purchase Frequently Asked Questions page for more information about decorating your tree. ($60R/$68NR Per Tree)
Family Fall Fest
October 12, 2019 - 10:00am to 2:00pm
Thank you to everyone who attended our 2019 Family Fall Fest. View photos from the event here.
Bring the family to Wild Meadows Trace for Safety Town trick-or-treating, inflatable corn maze obstacle course, inflatable circus train for the little ones, family photo opportunities, fall games, face painting and balloon twister!
Stay for lunch! We'll have several food trucks there, including Carnivale, Cupcakes for Courage, Mario's Cart, Taco Mobil, Smallcakes, Sugar Mama's mini donuts and Toasty Cheese, plus free Starbucks while supplies last!
Movie on the Green - Cancelled
September 21, 2019 - 6:00pm to 10:00pm
Our 2019 Movie on the Green was cancelled due to weather.
Join Elmhurst Park District at Sugar Creek Golf Course for a date night to remember! A free showing of Ferris Bueller's Day Off will take place on the driving range. Drinks, free popcorn and food trucks, including Mario's Cart, CheSa's Gluten Tootin Free and Ms. Tittle's Cupcakes will be there, so bring your appetite, along with your blanket or lawn chair!
The event begins at 6 p.m., so you can grab some food and find a spot. Movie will begin at sunset, approximately 7 p.m. No outside food or beverages. Movie is PG-13. Presented in partnership with Elmhurst Public Library.