Things are really coming together at 185 Industrial, which will serve as the temporary home of dance and gymnastics programs while Wagner Community Center is under construction.
Dance lights are installed, ballet bars and mirrors are also in, HVAC system started up and all furniture and gymnastics equipment is moved into the building.
So many memories - so much more to come! The last day of programs was October 19 at Wagner Community Center. Since then, staff and moving crews have begun emptying the building of furniture and equipment to make way for construction fencing, which will go up in November.
The facility's final day of operation was Sunday, October 19. It closed for construction on Monday, October 20.
Progress continues at 185 Industrial Drive, which will serve as the temporary home of dance and gymnastics programs while Wagner Community Center is under construction.
You voted yes! Now help choose where the Permanent Heated Restroom will be constructed on the Prairie Path. Stop by the upcoming Open House to provide your feedback.
For twenty-five years, Dance Instructor Dianne Hain has been tapping out a legacy at the Elmhurst Park District dance studios. What started as a way to pass the time on Monday nights turned into a celebration of movement and community.
TruGreen will complete the annual fall broadleaf application on Monday, September 22 through Wednesday, September 24.
A rainy morning didn’t dampen the mood of those gathered at Eldridge Park last weekend.
That's a wrap on another great summer season! The Elmhurst Park District is proud to be one of the largest employers of youth in the community and without their hard work, summer in Elmhurst would not be the same. From camps and concessions to pools and parks, seasonal staff play a huge part in creating memories for the community.
Exciting progress is underway as the Elmhurst Park District prepares for the construction of a new, modern Wagner Community Center.
Hop on over to the baseball fields at Berens Park this year for our annual egg hunt! Join in a mad dash to collect prize-filled eggs and visit with the Easter Bunny. Adults must accompany children. Registration required!
Elmhurst Park District is breaking ground on the Eldridge Park Restroom Building. The project is part of the Elmhurst Park District Referendum, which passed in November 2024.
You can now register for this year’s The Conservation Foundation and Endeavor Health 2025 Take a Hike! Challenge! For eight weeks, from September 1 to October 27, rediscover the healthy benefits of being active and spending time outdoors.
Landscape improvements have begun at Courts Plus. The facility’s perimeter landscaping is being refreshed with native plants and low maintenance shrubs that will provide seasonal interest.
This project also includes renovating the outdoor patio near the pool. The area will be replaced with synthetic turf and a more natural-looking retaining wall. Staff is looking forward to this update, which will allow for future programming opportunities in the space.
Paving and sealcoating projects are beginning this week at our parks and facilities. Paths closed for sealcoating will reopen 24 hours after completion and paths closed for repaving, will reopen after completion. All are weather dependent.
Join us for a frightfully fun night of creativity, cozy fall vibes, and a splash (or two) of Pinot at Wilder Mansion's Halloween-themed Paint & Sip event!
For many, park district programs offer unforgettable childhood memories. But for some, those memories also help shape their futures.
Jennifer Diamond, Sugar Creek Golf Course’s Clubhouse Supervisor, and Josh Stembridge, Funseekers Summer Camp Counselor, both grew up participating in programs at the Elmhurst Park District and Sugar Creek Golf Course. Now, they have returned as staff members, bringing their stories full circle as they guide and inspire the next generation.
Come provide your input about Wilder Park's next chapter, as we look to honor its legacy while planning for the future.
The Elmhurst Park District’s lifeguard team received top marks during their first unannounced visit of the year from StarGuard Elite, the Park District’s partner in lifeguard training and aquatic risk prevention. Last month, lifeguards at East End Pool earned a coveted five-star rating on their audit, the highest score possible.
Join us on Wednesday, July 9, 9-11 am in Plunkett Park. Kids of all ages are invited for some good old-fashioned fun. We'll provide bubbles, hula hoops, jump ropes and more.
Elmhurst Park District is at the beginning of an exciting rebranding initiative aimed at better reflecting the vibrant community it serves. As part of this process, the Park District will develop a new logo and visual identity which will be guided by valuable input from the community.
At their June 9 Park Board meeting, the Elmhurst Park District Board of Park Commissioners approved the exterior elevations for the new Wagner Community Center, taking another big step forward in the realization of one of the District’s most significant redevelopment projects.
We’re thrilled to share that construction at Wagner Community Center will begin soon as we take the next step in Elevating Elmhurst Parks!
To keep programs running smoothly during construction, most Wagner programs and services will be relocated to other Elmhurst Park District facilities this fall. We’re also excited to announce that dance and gymnastics programs will have a new home at a newly-leased space at 185 Industrial Drive in Elmhurst—just down the street from Mariano’s!
The Park District celebrated the reopening of The Hub playground at Berens Park with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Friday, June 20.
At its regular Board Meeting on Monday, June 9, the Elmhurst Park Board approved the Crestview Park Master Plan, marking a significant milestone in the park’s redevelopment.
Update: Voting is now closed.
Voting is now open for the Chalk the Walk contest! Check out the entries and vote for your favorite at our contest website. Voting is open through June 19.
Play and celebrate! Join us at The Hub at Berens Park on Friday, June 20 at 6 pm for a ribbon cutting to celebrate the opening of The Hub's playground.
Design development for the new Wagner Community Center is moving along at the Park District, but another key component of the project is also taking shape - where programs will move while construction takes place.
Canine Corner Dog Park opens June 16! Dog Park members - be ready to go on opening day and remember to pick up your lanyard, pass, fob and dog tag at Wagner Community Center.
Canine Corner Dog Park is a brand-new, exciting space for Elmhurst residents and their furry companions to enjoy off-leash fun in a safe and friendly environment. With separate areas for large and small dogs, plus plenty of engaging features, this park is designed for tails to wag and friendships to form. Opening day at Canine Corner is June 16, 2025!
Grab your chalk, create a masterpiece and snap a photo for a chance to win an Elmhurst Park District prize package!
Celebrate Summer Solstice by turning the sidewalks into works of art. This event is for all ages! Everyone is welcome to join the fun!
This survey is now closed
Lifeguard training is well underway at the Park District as pool opening day approaches. Aquatics staff took a moment to reflect on their work recently, as they accepted an award from StarGuard Elite, the Park District’s partner in lifeguard training.
The Board of Park Commissioners reviewed and approved the schematic design for the new Wagner Community Center at their Monday, April 14 Park Board meeting.
Wilder Park Conservatory’s Spring Flower Show is now open! Stop by and experience this vibrant display of color, fragrance, and botanical beauty.
Each Spring Flower Show packs over 400 bulbs into the display, with Easter Lily alongside a mix of other blooms, including Daffodils, Hyacinth, and Cyclamen. Plants like Boston Ferns, Asparagus Ferns, Wandering Jew, Alocasia, Agapanthus, and Bromeliads add foliage and dimension to the display.
Since the passage of the Park District referendum in November 2024, staff has focused on design development and planning for the approved referendum projects. These projects include a new Wagner Community Center, a community bandshell with permanent heated restroom in Wilder Park, permanent heated restrooms in Eldridge and Crestview Park and along the Prairie Path and the converting of a grass field to artificial turf at Berens Park.
Community engagement and education has been a foundational piece of the Park District’s referendum process. Continuing this approach, Elmhurst residents are invited to keep up-to-date on referendum project progress by visiting epd.org/referendum.
Canine Corner Dog Park is a brand-new, exciting space for Elmhurst residents and their furry companions to enjoy off-leash fun in a safe and friendly environment. With separate areas for large and small dogs, plus plenty of engaging features, this park is designed for tails to wag and friendships to form. Opening day at Canine Corner is June 16, 2025!
Inaugural memberships will open for resident registration on Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 8am.
It was a beautiful spring day last Saturday at Butterfield Park. The perfect day to commemorate another achievement in the long-standing partnership between Elmhurst Park District and Elmhurst University. With Elmhurst University baseball players ready to take the field, both organizations gathered to celebrate the recently completed upgrades at Butterfield Park ball diamond #1, which is utilized for both collegiate and youth baseball in Elmhurst.
With the arrival of spring, staff is busy preparing the Wilder Park Formal Gardens to welcome wedding parties and visitors. The tent over the sunken ceremony garden went up this week, marking the arrival of formal events to this corner of Wilder Park.
The gardens, located at the southern edge of Wilder Park, consist of a series of landscape displays, including herb gardens, seasonal plants, butterfly gardens, and formal perennial beds.
Join us for a second Open House to discuss Crestview Park Master Plan Concepts. Help us shape the future of your neighborhood park!
The Park District held a Crestview Park Master Plan Open House earlier this year. Based on input gathered at the event, the Park District has created Master Plan Concepts. Join us Thursday, May 1 to review these concepts and provide feedback.
Join us for an Open House to discuss the future of the Mini Golf site at The Hub at Berens Park on April 22, 5:30-7:30pm.
This year, the Park District is completing a comprehensive evaluation of the site and exploring additional alternatives for future development.
This spring, a new fence at Butterfield Park will give parkgoers an extra level of safety for children making use of the playground.
Sand volleyball fans will notice a small change when they stop by the Berens Park sand volleyball courts this spring.
Soak up some sunshine and make a difference in our parks. Check out Adopt-A-Park! This volunteer opportunity is perfect for families or organizations looking to get outside and make an impact. Butterfield, East End, Jaycee Tot Lot, Maple Trail Woods, Pick, Salt Creek, and Van Voorst are still available to adopt this year.
Construction on the Berens Park Hub Playground is moving along!
What’s in store for the future of Crestview Park? That is what Park District staff are working to define as plans are made to enhance the north side park and its amenities beginning in 2026. A Master Plan Open House at Crestview Park’s Recreation Building (245 E Crestview Ave) will give the neighborhood an opportunity to express their vision for the park and its future. The Open House is planned for Thursday, March 20, 5:30-7:30 pm.
With the Crestview Park playground set for replacement in 2026, we’re planning now for even more potential improvements in the future! Help us shape the future of your neighborhood park.
The Berens Hub Playground Redevelopment project will begin on Friday, February 21 with the installation of construction and silt fencing. Demolition work will begin the following week.
A landmark of Elmhurst, Wilder Mansion is also an award-winning venue! For the 14th consecutive year, Wilder Mansion has earned the Couples’ Choice Award from WeddingWire.
Elmhurst Park District and its staff were pleased to receive multiple awards at the Soaring to New Heights Conference, a joint effort of the Illinois Association of Park Districts and Illinois Park & Recreation Association.
In an effort to enhance the community’s park amenities and space, the Elmhurst Board of Park Commissioners approved several planning projects during their Monday, January 13, 2025 meeting.
Three Elmhurst Park District staff members were recognized this month for their contributions to the field during the Midwest Institute of Park Executives (MIPE) Annual Awards Luncheon.
The Elmhurst Park District has been awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) for its comprehensive annual financial report fo
Start out strong and thrive in 2025! Take advantage of the best deal of the year at Courts Plus with no joining fee for new members who join January 2 through January 15, 2025.
Update: voting has ended
The Elmhurst Garden Club presented a donation check of $5000 to Elmhurst Park District at the Monday, October 23 Park Board Meeting. The money was raised at the club's annual Garden Walk & Faire, which took place in July.
Take our short survey and tell us how staff are doing!
The Elmhurst Park District strives to offer “A” level service by having a positive attitude, being attentive, and giving a little extra to go above and beyond what is expected.
Elmhurst can look forward to a new Hub playground at Berens Park in 2025. The Park Board approved the redevelopment concept for the playground at its Monday, November 11 meeting.
Ask questions and learn about District projects, accomplishments and future plans at the upcoming State of the Park District Address at 6 pm on Thursday, November 14 on Zoom.
As of November 5, 2024, unofficial results indicate that a majority of Elmhurst Park District voters answered “yes” to the bond referendum request to raise revenue to improve, equip and maintain parks and facilities throughout the District, including replacing the Wagner Community Center; building a community bandshell at Wilder Park; adding permanent, heated restrooms at three parks and along the Prairie Path; and converting a grass field to artificial turf at Berens Park.
On October 30, Executive Director Jim Rogers and Park Board Vice President Claire Kubiesa hosted a Live Q&A about the referendum.
Butterfield Park Field #1 is once again ready to welcome athletes after a recent redevelopment project wrapped up.
You may notice some new additions to the park landscape this fall. This week, tree plantings took place across ten different parks and featured 21 different species.
One of the Park District’s most vibrant partnerships was recognized earlier this month when the Ray Graham Association (RGA) honored Elmhurst Park District with its Monarch Effect Award during their Appreciation and Achievement Awards.
On the November 5, 2024 ballot, the Park District is giving residents the choice to fund high-priority projects identified by the community through a referendum.
UPDATE: Our cookie kits are sold out!
Unleash your cookie creativity with our Cookie Decorating Contest!
As prices of basic energy continue to be more volatile than prices of other commodities, Elmhurst Park District is pleased that a project to install solar panels on the roof of Courts Plus has begun.
Learn more about the referendum at a Live Q&A presented by Park Board Vice President Claire Kubiesa and Executive Director Jim Rogers. The Live Q&A will take place on Wednesday, October 30 at 6pm on Zoom. Those interested in attending, please email marketing
epd.org (marketing[at]epd[dot]org) for a link to the session.
This month, Elmhurst Park District and the Village of Villa Park were pleased to receive the Jane Foulser Habitat Award from the DuPage Monarch Project.
On September 25, Executive Director Jim Rogers and Park Board President Kevin Graf hosted a Live Q&A about the referendum. You can view a recording of the event below.
On the November 5 ballot, Elmhurst Park District is giving residents the choice to fund high-priority projects identified by the community through a referendum.
Congratulations to Elmhurst Park District Commissioners Carolyn Ubriaco and Meghan Scarsella for completing the 2024 Illinois Association of Park Districts (IAPD) Leadership Institute.
Despite the heat, a festive crowd gathered last Sunday afternoon for the ribbon-cutting ceremony at Pioneer Park’s new playground.
It's playtime! Join us at Pioneer Park on Sunday, September 15 at 2 pm for a ribbon cutting to celebrate the opening of Pioneer Park.
Interested in learning more about the Elmhurst Park District referendum? On the November 5 ballot, Elmhurst Park District is giving residents the choice to fund high-priority projects identified by the community through a referendum.
Interested in learning more about the Elmhurst Park District referendum? On the November 5 ballot, Elmhurst Park District is giving residents the choice to fund high-priority projects identified by the community through a referendum. Several upcoming Open Houses at the Park District’s Wagner Community Center will allow residents to view the proposed projects and renderings, ask questions and take a tour of Wagner Community Center, which would be replaced if the referendum was approved.
To ensure residents receive accurate and timely information, the Park District is providing several resources, including tax impact details and FAQs, which can be found at epd.org/referendum.
In a fitting way to celebrate National Dog Day, the Elmhurst Board of Park Commissioners gathered at Canine Corner on Monday, August 26 for a groundbreaking of the first dog park in Elmhurst.
Interested in learning more about the Elmhurst Park District referendum? Stop by our Open House on Tuesday, October 22, 6-8pm to view the proposed projects and renderings, ask questions and take a tour of Wagner Community Center, which would be replaced if the referendum was approved.
Interested in learning more about the Elmhurst Park District referendum? Several upcoming Open Houses at the Park District’s Wagner Community Center will allow residents to view the proposed projects and renderings, ask questions and take a tour of Wagner Community Center
Prospective candidates seeking the office of Park Commissioner for the Elmhurst Park District for the Consolidated Election to be held on April 1, 2025 may pick up packets at the Elmhurst Park District Administrative Office at 375 West First Street, Elmhurst, IL beginning August 20, 2024 Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.
A new Elmhurst Park District collaboration with the Ray Graham Association (RGA) is making progress over at the Elmhurst Community Learning Center, (420 W. Madison Street).
Facility update: Please note that the main entrance to Wagner Community Center will be closed for several weeks as nearly 4,200 square feet of tile is replaced in the main entry hallway, multipurpose rooms B, C and D and corridors. The temporary entrance is located on the west side of the building.
This evening, the Elmhurst Park District Board of Park Commissioners voted unanimously to give residents the choice to fund high-priority projects identified by the community through a referendum on the November 5, 2024 ballot.
The neighborhood came to play last Saturday during the ribbon cutting at Pick Park’s new playground. Board Commissioners and Park District staff held a short ceremony before inviting attendees to explore the park.
Update: This survey is now closed.
In a significant step toward addressing community needs, the Elmhurst Board of Park Commissioners reviewed the findings of a comprehensive voter survey at their meeting last night.
Demand for recreational programming remains high in Elmhurst, and the Elmhurst Park District continues to look for ways to expand indoor programming space and reduce waitlists.
The Elmhurst Park District Board and staff would like to thank everyone who has participated in ongoing engagement activities as part of Elevate Elmhurst Parks planning. Extensive feedback was collected to guide the District’s strategic planning efforts to shape the future of the District and create the Elevate Elmhurst Parks Plan.
The Elmhurst Park District is committed to providing equal access and removing barriers for people with disabilities, ensuring that all community members can enjoy its parks and services.
Stop by The Hub's playground at Berens Park on Tuesday, July 16, 5-7 pm to tell us changes you would like to see at the playground! Plus - bring the kids and enjoy a mini Party in the Park, with classic backyard games like hula hoops and bubbles.
