Wilmette’s Sounds of Summer - Enjoy outdoor concerts downtown on the Village Green and in park settings around the community this summer, with weekly concerts June through September. For the full lineup, visit wilmette.gov/SummerMusic.
Wilmette Recycling Event - Saturday, September 19, 8 a.m. – 11 a.m., Centennial Park SW Lot (2300 Old Glenview Road) The Village is partnering with the Cook County Sheriff’s Department, the Wilmette Park District, and the Solid Waste Agency of Northern Cook County (SWANCC) to host a one-day recycling event including document destruction and prescription drug take-back. Paper documents must be in paper shopping bags or cardboard boxes and are limited to six file size boxes or bags per vehicle; please remove binder and metal clips. Visit the Village’s website for additional information on the drug take back guidelines. . For more information, contact Public Works at 847-853-7500 or pubworks@wilmette.com.
Wilmette Community Garage Sale – Saturday, September 26. Time: 8:30 am - 12:00 pm. Location to be announced. Free to shoppers; resident sellers must register and pay fee of $36; non-resident sellers $45. Good opportunity to clean out your closets and garage of unwanted items. Sellers must be 18 years of age and need to set up by 8am. Unsold items may be donated on site after the event. Click for Details.
TEDxWilmette 2026:- On Saturday, September 26, at the Wilmette Recreation Center Auditorium, six amazing speakers will take the TEDxWilmette 2026 stage to share their ideas related to this year's theme: Especially Now. This year's inspiring talks, will delve into human connection, career advancement, food security, and more. You won't want to miss this amazing live event. Purchase your tickets today! To learn more about these impressive women, visit the Speakers page on our website.
Our Place – 5K Run/Walk, Sunday, October 4 at Community Playfield in Wilmette. This fundraiser supports of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Whether you’re a seasoned runner, a casual walker, or just looking for a great way to spend a Sunday morning with family and friends, everyone is welcome. Registration