Centennial Recreation Complex CLOSED August 9 Due to Water Main Break. Pools, Ice, Tennis and Facility closed. Check back for status updates.

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Centennial Recreation Complex CLOSED August 9 Due to Water Main Break. Pools, Ice, Tennis and Facility closed. Check back for status updates.

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Beach Hours Update!

August 18 – September 1

  • Langdon Beach will no longer have lifeguards for the season. Swim at your own risk.
  • Main Beach and South Beach will have lifeguards on weekends from 11 am – 5 pm.
  • On Weekdays, all Wilmette Beach entrance fees will be charged at the resident rate for everyone. (August 18–22 & 25–29)
  • Last day of Beach Season – Monday, September 1

What to Know About Visiting Gillson Park and Wilmette Beaches

General Park Info
Gillson Hours
Dogs at Gillson
Public Restrooms
Food & Drink
Picnics and Grilling
Swimming & Vessels

Spend a day at Gillson Park and Beach! Fill out the form below and send to ejakupovic@wilpark.org

Large Group Beach Rates

Group rates are available for those wishing to purchase 20 or more beach passes for the same day. Fill out the form below and send to ejakupovic@wilpark.org

Wilmette Swimming Beaches
Kayaks, SUPs and Boats
Parking at Gillson
Parking at Gillson
Beach Volleyball Courts
Beach Volleyball Courts

Courts are reserved for WPD camps/programs on the following days/times:

Please enjoy the use of the courts outside of the reserved times.

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