Hillside: Golf, Recreation and History

Golf, public sports and recreation areas, and a historic Village Hall give Hillside several distinct features. If you’re considering a vacation rental in Hillside, these places can help you decide whether the area suits your travel interests: Are you more interested in golf, sports and play facilities, or local history?

Sports and play in different places

Fresh Meadows Golf Course is located at 2144 South Wolf Road in Hillside. Golf is therefore a specific part of the local recreation offering that you can take into account when choosing your destination. Hillside Commons has a different focus: it is the home field for boys’ baseball and girls’ softball. If these sports matter to your travel plans, comparing the two venues gives you two clearly distinct sporting interests to consider.

Hillside Commons also has a playground and plenty of open space. Throughout the year, the venue is also used for numerous Village of Hillside family events. In addition to team sports, it has other features that may be of interest when planning a stay with children: a playground, open space, and community events. Which of these suit your trip depends on what you’d like to focus on.

Eisenhower Park also has a playground, along with a swimming pool, gymnasium, and community center. You can compare the two venues based on these features: Hillside Commons also offers open space, baseball, softball, and family events, while Eisenhower Park has a swimming pool and gymnasium. If you’re deciding between them, the types of recreation you want can help clarify your priorities.

As of September 6, 2026, the Eisenhower Community Center in Hillside listed the following hours: Monday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.; Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; and Saturday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Check the hours before planning a visit.

A historic Village Hall

The historic Village Hall is a century-old landmark in Hillside. The building served as a seminary, church, and educational institution, and is now used as the Village Hall. For visitors interested in local history, the building’s changing roles offer a special point of interest: a long institutional past meets present-day municipal use. This adds a cultural perspective on the area to its recreational offerings.

Music and seasonal offerings

Summer Nights in Hillside was scheduled for 2026 as a free music series on Tuesday evenings at Hillside Commons. The 2026 program included a food court, a marketplace, and a Classic Cruise Night; individual offerings may vary by season. If the series is relevant to your travel plans, check the seasonal schedule before your trip. This lets you take the time-sensitive event information into account without assuming it will be part of a different travel year.

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