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Wheeling Park District Our Mission is to provide memorable experiences in parks and recreation that enrich our communities.
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Wheeling Park District asks that guests to all WPD social media pages be respectful in their comments. We reserve the right to remove anything deemed:
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WPD also reserves the right to terminate involvement by users who post such content. The views and opinions expressed on the Wheeling Park District page do not necessarily represent those of the Park District. Therefore, we cannot be held responsible for the accuracy or reliability of information posted by external parties. For your safety, never include your phone number, email, mailing address, or other personal information in a post. Individual privacy settings may not prevent your comments from being viewed by a general audience. PHOTO POLICY

Periodically, photos and videos of Park District programs and activities, classes or events, and properties are used by WPD for marketing materials including electronic, print, video, and audio channels and online. By registering for a class or attending or participating in an activity, or using WPD property, you authorize the use of your image or your child’s for Park District purposes without prior notice or permission and without compensation. The Park District is not responsible for images shared by others through social media or other channels.

WE’RE HIRING! 🏊Make a splash in your next job! We’re looking for Indoor Pool Lifeguards to help keep our community safe ...
10/28/2026

WE’RE HIRING! 🏊

Make a splash in your next job! We’re looking for Indoor Pool Lifeguards to help keep our community safe in and around the water.

No certifications yet? No problem! We’ll provide the training and certifications you need to get started.

Make a difference, build valuable skills, and join our team!

Apply today!
wheelingparkdistrict.com/program/indoor-pool-lifeguard/

10/28/2026

Every member of our community deserves access to fun, fitness, and recreation!

The Wheeling Park District offers financial assistance programs to ensure that cost is never a barrier to enjoying our eligible programs, events, and activities. Whether you're looking to enroll in youth sports, swim lessons, or special community programs, assistance is available for eligible resident families.

Applications are easy to submit, confidential, and reviewed individually.
📲 Learn more about qualifications and download an application today at wheelingparkdistrict.com/financial-assistance or visit Guest Services to get started!

A perfect fall morning at Fall Fling!🍂Thank you for joining us at Chevy Chase Country Club for a wonderful morning fille...
10/27/2026

A perfect fall morning at Fall Fling!🍂

Thank you for joining us at Chevy Chase Country Club for a wonderful morning filled with a delicious breakfast buffet, live music, and even better company! ☕🎶

A special thank you to our 2026 Fall Fling sponsors, Edward Jones, Devoted Health Plans, and Sunrise Senior Living, for their generous support and partnership! ⭐

For more information on our Active Adults schedule, visit: wheelingparkdistrict.com

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who joined us for today’s Day of the Dead 5K at the Wheeling Park District! 💀🌼From our amaz...
10/25/2026

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who joined us for today’s Day of the Dead 5K at the Wheeling Park District! 💀🌼

From our amazing runners/walkers and cheering families to our community partners, performers, staff and volunteers, you helped make today a beautiful celebration of life, culture and community.

Every mile carries a story, and we’re grateful you shared yours with us! See you next year! 🧡

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💀🌼 DAY OF THE DEAD 5K UPDATE 🌼💀We are thrilled to announce that over 550 runners are set to hit the course this Sunday, ...
10/23/2026

💀🌼 DAY OF THE DEAD 5K UPDATE 🌼💀

We are thrilled to announce that over 550 runners are set to hit the course this Sunday, October 25! 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

With a fantastic turnout and great weather expected, here’s how to make sure your race day goes smoothly:

🚗 Check the Map: Review our map of available parking lots ahead of time so you know where to go.

⏰ Arrive Early: Give yourself plenty of extra time to park, warm up, and find your spot at the starting line.

📋 Plan Ahead: Traffic and parking areas will be busy, so plan your route and arrival accordingly!
The race will start promptly at 9:00 am.

We can't wait to see everyone out there. Get ready to run, celebrate, and make this year's 5K unforgettable! 🎉✨

🐶🏆 BOONANZA DOG COSTUME CONTEST WINNER 🏆🐶Look up in the sky... It’s a bird, it’s a plane... It’s Coffee as Superdog! 🦸‍♂...
10/23/2026

🐶🏆 BOONANZA DOG COSTUME CONTEST WINNER 🏆🐶

Look up in the sky... It’s a bird, it’s a plane... It’s Coffee as Superdog! 🦸‍♂️🐕

A huge congratulations to Coffee for soaring away with top honors in this year’s Boonanza Dog Costume Contest! Coffee is taking home an incredible gift basket packed with goodies, generously donated by our friends at Deerfield Animal Care Center. ✨

Thank you to all our amazing pups and owners who showed up in their Halloween best, you made this year’s competition paw-sitively unforgettable! 🎃🐾

10/22/2026

Today, we’re shining a spotlight on one of our neighborhood gems: Meadowbrook Park! 🌳

Located just a few blocks from Holmes Middle School 🐝 off of Wolf Road, this park features two playgrounds packed with fun for little adventurers. For some extra aventure, stop by Meadowbrook Park today and keep your eyes peeled for a special Day of the Dead 5K giveaway!

If you find the alebrije, bring it over to the Guest Services Desk at the Community Recreation Center to claim your prize, which includes a traditional Lelé doll and a $5-off code for our Day of the Dead 5K taking place this weekend.

We hope to see you all this Sunday, October 25, from 9–11 a.m. at Heritage Park! 💀

10/21/2026

Treat yourself to something sweet at the Day of the Dead 5K! 💀🌸

Join us for a morning of wellness, culture, and community as we celebrate Dia de Los Mu***os alongside food vendors Citra House lemonade and Dulze Vida Bakery

📅Sunday, October 25
⏰9:00 - 11:00 AM
📍Heritage Park Performance Pavilion

Register today!
https://dayofthedead5k.run/

10/20/2026

The countdown is on! We are just 5 days away from the Day of the Dead 5K! There is still time to register, so do so quickly! 🌼

Hurry over to Husky Park to find one of our last alebrijes!👀 Find it and bring it to the Guest Services desk at the Community Recreation Center to claim your prize which includes a discount on registration!

And that’s not all! Your registration comes with many treats. In addition to a shirt and medal, all registered participants will receive a runner’s bag packed with goodies from our amazing sponsors as well as generous donations of hydration packets from Taste Salud! 💀 There will also be free tamales and champurrado donated by Los Comales, and conchas courtesy of our Park District.

Other refreshments will be available for purchase from Citra House including lemonade and horchata, as well as breaded goods from Dulze Vida Bakery.

We can’t wait to see you there!

📅Sunday, October 25 | 9 - 11 AM
📍Heritage Park

🐾🐶 The Boonanza Dog Costume Contest Voting is LIVE! 🎃👻Thank you to everyone who entered their spooky and sweet pups! Now...
10/20/2026

🐾🐶 The Boonanza Dog Costume Contest Voting is LIVE! 🎃👻

Thank you to everyone who entered their spooky and sweet pups! Now it’s time to crown our winners, and we need YOUR help!
"Like" or "Love" the picture of the dog(s) you want to vote for. You can vote for multiple pups, so feel free to show as many adorable dogs some love! ❤️
⏰ Voting closes this Thursday at 4:00 PM!

A huge thank you to our amazing sponsor, Deerfield Animal Care Center, for supporting this year's contest! 🏆🐾

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100 Community Boulevard
Wheeling, IL
60090

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