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Wheaton French Market-2023

Wheaton French Market—New Location!

Downtown Pavilion Main & Liberty St., Wheaton

Hours: April 8–October 28 Saturdays, 8:00 am–2:00 pm Late-season Hours: November 4–25 Saturdays, 9:00 am–1:00 pm Stop out and meet friends and neighbors at the expansive Wheaton French Market. It is open for the 2023 season and it has a brand new home: the Downtown Pavilion (corner of Main & Liberty Streets). Explore an astonishing variety of local produce, baked goods, honey, fresh flowers, crafts, jewelry, candles, artisan foods, music, unique gifts, and more!

Artistry in Wood

Artistry in Wood

Cantigny Park 1s151 Winfield Rd., Wheaton, IL

Cantigny Park | Woodcarving Show Visitors Center Gallery Saturday, April 22, and Sunday, April 23 10:00 am–4:00 pm North Suburban Carvers and Cantigny Park present a fine art exhibit and sale of original handcrafted woodcarvings, turnings, wood-burning art, ornaments, and one-of-a-kind gifts from some of the Midwest’s finest woodcarvers. This event is free with $5 parking fee. Read More About It

Cosley Zoo-Earth Day Crafts

Cosley Zoo’s Earth Day Crafting

Happy Earth Day! Saturday, April 22 | 3:00–3:45 pm Ages 6 to 10 | 45 Minutes | $9 ea. About Celebrate Earth Day by creating a craft using recycled materials. While we craft, we’ll talk about how recycling helps the environment and when we’re finished, we’ll meet one of Cosley Zoo’s animals! Registration closes 4/11 at 12:00 pm, or when space is filled. This class requires a minimum number of participants to run. Registration fees are non-refundable unless the zoo cancels the program, in which case participants will be notified and will receive a full refund.   Book this Event...

Warhol Exhibit - Wheaton Tributes

Warhol in Wheaton

Downtown Wheaton 100 N. Main St., Wheaton, IL

In celebration of the College of DuPage hosting its latest art exhibit: Andy Warhol Portfolios: A Life in Pop, we're welcoming Warhol to Downtown Wheaton! June 3–September 10: enjoy many Warhol-inspired events and promotions throughout Downtown and the City of Wheaton. Warhol Activities in Wheaton Get Tickets to the Warhol Exhibit  

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Factory Fridays: Murals and Music

Hale Street, Downtown Wheaton 198-114 N Hale St., Wheaton, IL

This summer, enjoy three "Factory Fridays" on Hale Street featuring live mural painting and live music. Each Factory Friday features a different professional artist painting one panel of a Warhol-inspired mural in their own style. The three panels will come together creating a brand-new work!  The Factory was Andy Warhol’s NYC studio where his art came to life—and it quickly became a creative meeting place for artists and musicians to collaborate. Enjoy dining under the Innovator Hale Street Tents during this event—reservations recommended. Encore! Come back and enjoy the other two Factory Fridays: July 7 and August 4. Read more about...

Paint & Sip: Art Event at Cosley Zoo

Paint & Sip at Cosley Zoo

Cosley Zoo 1356 N Gary Ave, Wheaton, Illinois

Meet Animals Up Close and Create Your Masterpiece! July 20 | 6:00-8:00 PM | 21+ Event Join Cosley Zoo and Pinot’s Palette of St. Charles for an adults-only program where you not only get to create memories, but a painting as well. Spend a leisurely evening at the zoo—enjoy an adult beverage, laugh with friends, meet animals up close, and create your work of art! Read More Information Register Today!

Frida Destination

Frida Destination

Altiro Latin Fusion 132 N Hale St, Wheaton, IL

Frida Destination The Frida fun returns to Altiro Latin Fusion! Purchase your tickets to enjoy margarita tastings, mariachis, various Mexican artisanal vendors, roaming Fridas, and more! Events vary day-to-day, so purchase a 3-day pass to ensure you don't miss a minute. All weekend long, internationally renowned Hollywood artist Ricardo Soltero's large-scale outdoor sculptures will be displayed throughout the restaurant and the tent, including a replica of Frida Kahlo's house. DAILY PASS — $40 per person Enjoy tastings of 8 margarita flavors — different flavors each day! To reserve a table under the tent or inside the restaurant for all the other activities, please make a reservation. 3-DAY PASS —...

Cantigny-Vintage Car Show

Cantigny Car Show

Cantigny Park 1s151 Winfield Rd., Wheaton, IL

Enjoy the Last Days of Summer at the Cantigny Car Show South Parking Lot | September 17 | 9:00 am–3:00 pm Enjoy our annual auto show featuring a variety of vintage cars, entertainment, and food trucks. Participant choice voting “Best of Show” award Best paint and engine awards DJ music by “Carousel Sound” Live concert by The Beaux Band Multiple Food Trucks Event admission provides access to the Car Show and the Jewelry and Accessories Show. Purchase Tickets > More Information >

Dinos in Downtown-Wheaton

Dinos in Downtown Wheaton

Downtown Wheaton 100 N. Main St., Wheaton, IL

Dinosaurs invade Downtown Wheaton! September 25–October 8, 2023 This BIG outdoor exhibit features 10 life-sized animatronic dinosaurs throughout Downtown Wheaton! Enjoy dinosaur-themed specials, activities, and more from your favorite Downtown Wheaton shops and restaurants. ​Mark your calendar now to visit the exhibit, and check the Downtown Wheaton website for a map of dinosaur locations, dinosaur-related activities, and specials throughout Downtown Wheaton.

October Fest Wheaton

October Fest

Central Athletic Complex 500 S Naperville Rd, Wheaton, IL

Saturday, September 30 | 3:00–9:00 pm | Central Athletic Complex This event is held in conjunction with the Light the Torch 5K Night Run. Event features pumpkin painting, food and beer garden, small rides, and live performances by Vest Dance Troupe, The Wayouts and Wurst Kase Scenario. October Fest is a Charitable Event Event proceeds benefit the DuPage County Historical Museum Foundation. View More Information