Wheeling Park District Special Events

The Wheeling Park District hosts several special events each year. These events are usually one-day events that are fun-filled and special in their own way. For more information about these events, please feel free to contact us at (847) 465-3333.

2008 Schedule of Events

February 24: Passport to the World
March 15 : Holiday Hunt
May 4:Cinco De Mayo
July - August : Summer Entertainment in the Park Concerts and Movies
August 6: Scholarship Golf Outing
October 5: Fall Fest and Fall Fest 5K
October 24: Halloween Hayrides


2008 Scholarship Golf Outing

The Scholarship Golf Outing generates funds for the Scholarship Program. Each year, the Wheeling Park District Scholarship program provides assistance to residents who otherwise would not have the opportunity to attend camp, learn new skills through a Park District Program, or participate in sports.

August 6, 2008 - Traditions at Chevy Chase Country Club

Registration and Check-In: 10:30 - 11:50AM

lunch & Caddy Auction: 11 - 11:50Am

Shotgun Start: noon

cocktails: 5 - 5:45pm

Dinner & Raffle: 5:45pm

Come join us for a fun day and a great cause!

For more information, or to become a sponsor of this event, please contact Matt Wehby, Director of Community Relations at 847.465.2937, or via email at mwehby@wheelingparkdistrict.com


2008 Summer Entertainment in the Park Series

Bring your blankets, lawn chairs, and popcron to this year's Summer Entertainment in the Park Series! The Park District will be hosting free outdoor concerts and movies throughout the summer months of July and August. The locations of each show will vary from week to week as the concerts and movies will be shown in different parks. Concerts begin at 7PM and last until 8:30PM. Movies begin as soon as it is dark

These events are FREE to the public thanks to our sponsors!

Check back soon for a complete schedule!


2008 Fall Fest 5K/10K Run & Walk

Join the Wheeling Park District as we kick off the fall season with our annual Fall Fest race. This event is suitable for runners and walkers of all ages and abilities. Following these activities will be an awards ceremony.

Date: October 5

LOCATION: community Recreation Center

Run fEE: Call for details

Walk Fee: Call for details

For more information about the Fall Fest road races, please contact Matt Wehby at mwehby@wheelingparkdistrict.com


2008 Fall Fest

The date has changed, but the tradition continues! Come to the Wheeling Park District's annual Fall Fest. Enjoy an autumn afternoon loaded with fun and recreation for the entire family! No registration is required. This is a FREE event that will have something for everyone in the family.

Date: October 5

LOCATION: community Recreation Center


2008 Halloween Hayrides

Enjoy a night of spooky Halloween fun at Chevy Chase Country Club. Guest will be treated to a Haunted Hayride, a large and delicious autumn appetizer buffet, nightmare cinema, and some extra spooky activities. Groups are welcome!

Date: October 24

Location: Chevy Chase Country Club

Check back soon for a complete schedule of events