Please join us on Saturday, June 28th for the sixth annual summertime Lakefront fundraiser – The Back the Bowl Bash. The event features a host of local bands and DJ Jeff Pazen and, new this year, an all inclusive admission price. Great food, drinks, dancing and live music – all in support of the Ouilmette Foundation’s fundraising efforts for our community, including the much needed restoration and preservation of our special hometown venue – The Wallace Bowl.
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When: Saturday, June 28th from 6 – 11 pm
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Where: Wallace Bowl in Gillson Park, Wilmette (Parking lot, 225 Sheridan Rd, Wilmette, IL 60091)
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Performances by: Antler Chandelier, The Heard, Blue Orbit Combo and Headliner, DJ Jeff Pazen from 6pm-11pm.
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NEW this year – unlimited food and drinks are included in your ticket cost! Food will be available from 6-8 pm ONLY.
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More Information: Find additional event details on the registration page.
Wilmette Open Water (WOW) Swim
No sharks, no salt, occasionally frozen
Thanks to everyone who participated in and supported the 7th annual Wilmette Open Water (WOW) Swim Race on June 14th. Official results from this year’s race are available here! Enjoy a look back at the event morning here. (Image credit © 2025 Matthew Gilson)
Please save the date for WOW Swim #8 on June 13, 2026. Registration will be open soon!
Together, we are able to raise important funds to support the Ouilmette Foundation’s work, including the preservation of Wallace Bowl support of the Wilmette Park District Scholarship Fund, and much-needed funds for ALS research.
We invite you to browse the 2025 event gallery below. Images credit © Matthew Gilson 2025
Help Us Support Our Parks and Community!
The Ouilmette Foundation raises funds for special projects and programs in partnership with the Wilmette Park District Scholarship Fund. Through events like the WOW Swim Race, the Back the Bowl Bash, Wilmette Beach Bash and others, we provide fun opportunities to engage with the community while supporting the parks. Since 2014, the foundation has raised over $400,000 in support of our community and parks.
Thank You To Our Sponsors!
Looking to be a sponsor? Contact Ouilmette Foundation at: foundation@wilpark.org
