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September 2017
Superhero Dash
Are you Chicagoland’s next Superhero? Take part in the Superhero Dash to find out. Enjoy laughs, fun, thrills and spills as you work your way through the obstacles along the beaches of Lake Michigan. Come dressed as your favorite superhero or own creation of one. During this three mile obstacle course you will climb walls and sand mounds, run up and down staircases and ramps, trudge your way through sand, dodge through tires, belly crawl under rope, run with logs,…
Read more »October 2017
Pumpkins In the Woods
Hubbard Woods will be transformed into your local pumpkin patch for family fun before Halloween! Enjoy pumpkin decorating, carnival games, and lots of excitement. The Costume Contest registration will start around 4:00 pm winners will be announced at 5:00 pm. Costume categories include: most original, scariest, and a few others. This is a family-friendly event. There will still be a DJ, props, bounce houses, games and decorations; but it is not designed to scare children. Food will be sold on-site:…
Read more »Haunted Trail of Terror
The souls of Lloyd Beach have risen from the Lake again for the 6th annual Haunted Trail of Terror at Lloyd Beach. Enjoy as you and your friends try to escape the haunted beach and boat house before it's too late and you wind up in Davey Jones' Locker. Partner: First Bank and Trust Ages: 7 years and older Fee: $5 at the door
Read more »Pumpkin Carving
Come in and carve your own pumpkin! All the fun with none of the clean up! While you are busy creating your masterpiece, we will serve hot cider and freshly baked cookies to snack on, making for an incredible afternoon- without the clean up! Registration includes pumpkin, all carving materials, and snack. Activity #: R40554-P Ages: 5 years & older Fee: $25 per person Max: 24 Register
Read more »November 2017
Family Campfire
The tranquil setting of Crow Island Woods is the perfect setting for an old fashioned family campfire. Enjoy singing by the fire, cooking hot dogs on a stick, and spending some quality time with family and friends. Kids are free to play flashlight tag or let their imaginations run wild. The Log Cabin will be open for guided tours courtesy of the Winnetrka Historical Society. Cap the evening off by roasting marshmallows over the fire for some delicious s’mores. Partners:…
Read more »Gobble Bowl
Are you ready for some football? Bring your team to the annual Gobble Bowl, the Winnetka Park District’s only adult flag football tournament. Teams must consist of a minimum roster of 7 with a maximum roster of 12 players. A mandatory captain’s meeting will be held Wednesday, November 1 at 6:00 pm in the WPD Community Room, 540 Hibbard Road. For more information, contact Greg Sauber at (847) 501-2045. Partner: Stormy's Tavern & Grille Registration deadline: October 31 at 5:00…
Read more »December 2017
Candy Cane Lane
Do visions of sugar plums dance in your head this holiday season? Use that creativity and register your organization, club, troop, neighborhood or family to decorate your very own tree in Hubbard Woods Park. Trees will be available starting December 6. Each group is responsible for their own decorations. No glass decorations will be allowed. No electricity will be available. Decorated trees will be taken down on January 2. Presenting Partner: Goldfish Swim School-Evanston Registration deadline: December 4. Activity #:…
Read more »Santa’s Visit
Join the Winnetka Park District as we welcome Santa Claus to Hubbard Woods Park! Why fight for a mall parking spot when Santa will be just down the street? Warm up with some hot chocolate, and get your picture taken with the big guy himself. There will be plenty of other enjoyable activities like a trackless train ride, cookie decorating and even real reindeer to keep kids happy. This is also a perfect opportunity for your child to hand-deliver their…
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