Illustration of a Christmas market stall piled with wooden toys, knitted stockings and baubles as a vendor wraps a gift (The Great Holiday Wrap-Up)

The Great Holiday Wrap-Up

Participants drop off boxed holiday gifts to be wrapped by a team of Holiday Wrapsters and return for convenient same-day pickup. In place of a fee, visitors donate non-perishable food items to support the New Trier Township Food Pantry. The event provides a festive way to cross off holiday wrapping chores while giving back to the community.

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When

Tickets

In lieu of a fee, non-perishable food items are requested for the New Trier Township Food Pantry. No monetary price is stated.

Hours

Noon-5 pm; drop-off time slots: 1 pm, 2 pm, 3 pm, 4 pm & 5 pm.

Ages

All ages

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Location

Mallinckrodt Center · 1041A Ridge Rd, Wilmette, IL 60091 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 ⚪ ⚪ ⚪ ⚪ (1/5)

Best For

Adults preparing holiday gifts and supporting a local food pantry

Vibe

Festive and helpful

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

Low

Weather Sensitivity

Low

Tips & Advice

  • Put every gift in a box before you leave home, because this year the Wrapsters only take boxed items.
  • Bring a bag of non-perishable food for the New Trier Township Food Pantry, since that donation takes the place of a wrapping fee.
  • Register ahead and pick a drop-off time slot, because pre-registration is encouraged even though walk-ins are welcome.
  • Sort out which presents you want wrapped before you go, since each family can drop off no more than 10 gifts.
  • Keep the rest of the day flexible so you can come back to Mallinckrodt Center and collect your wrapped gifts the same day.

Special Events & Promotions

  • New this year: every gift must be in a box before drop-off.

Links & Contact

Run by Wilmette Park District

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many gifts can I have wrapped?

Each family may drop off up to 10 holiday gifts.

Do the items need to be in boxes?

Yes, all items brought for wrapping must be placed in a box for convenience.

Is there an age requirement to attend?

The event is designated for adults age 21 and up.

When can I pick up my wrapped gifts?

Wrapped gifts are available for same-day pickup.

What should I bring instead of payment?

In lieu of an admission fee, visitors are asked to bring non-perishable food items to donate to the New Trier Township Food Pantry.

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