Bourbon & Bubbly Art & Music Trail—Gallery Opening

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

First-Ever Bourbon & Bubbly Art + Music Trail! Gallery Opening Event Friday, November 8 | 5:00–8:00 pm | $40 per person Free Gallery Friday, November 8–Sunday, November 10 Your favorite shops and restaurants make up this progressive art gallery—visit every stop to check out unique art and all the goods available for purchase at Downtown Wheaton retailers. Join us for opening night on Friday, November 8, where you’ll enjoy samples of bourbon and sparkling wines as you follow the trail of beautiful art and melodious live music. Browse More Details >

A Christmas Carol

The MAC at College of DuPage 425 Fawell Boulevard, Glen Ellyn, IL

By Charles Dickens Adapted by William J. Norris Directed by Amelia Barrett Grades: K–12th Join us for Ebenezer Scrooge’s chance to redeem himself and his future, with the help of Christmas Past, Present and Future. A timeless story of everyone’s ability to change and to forgive with an appeal for all ages. Produced by the College of DuPage Theater Department featuring COD students. Runtime: 70 minutes School Stage daytime performances do not apply to subscriber discounts. Reservations: Individuals, Home School groups of any size are welcomed. Tickets: $10 per person Call (630) 942-2220 or Email grouptix@cod.edu One FREE ticket for every...

Santa’s Workshop

Toohey Park Building 1900 Orchard Rd, Wheaton, IL

December 12 | 9:30 AM–3:00 PM | Toohey Park Building | Age 4–6 While parents do last-minute shopping, children have fun making holiday keepsake crafts. All supplies are included in the fee. Resident | $36 Non-Resident | $45 Learn More >

The Elixir of Love Concert Opera

The MAC at College of DuPage 425 Fawell Boulevard, Glen Ellyn, IL

Saturday, Jan. 25 | 7:30pm Sunday, Jan. 26 | 3pm Belushi Performance Hall
$65 Senior | $67 Adult Concert Opera A romantic comedy opera by Donizetti about a young villager who seeks a love potion from a traveling quack doctor to win the heart of the town’s wealthy owner. The opera is sung in Italian with English subtitles. Elixir is opera’s most heartwarming comedy, filled with delectable music that brings nonstop smiles. Adina – Alisa Jordheim Nemorino – James Judd Giannetta – AddieRose Brown Dulcamara – David Govertsen Sergeant Belcore – Jonathan Wilson Read More >

We Are Women Art Exhibit

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

We Are Women Art Exhibit in Downtown Wheaton March 1–31, 2025 In partnership with the DuPage Art League and the City of Wheaton Community Relations Committee, we are excited to display artwork of local women artists from Wheaton North HS, Wheaton Warrenville South HS, STARS Family Services, and the Dupage Art League at some of Wheaton’s fabulous women-owned or managed businesses. Don't miss the Women's History Month Gallery at The DuPage Art League (218 W. Front Street), featuring over 80 pieces! ​View More Information >

Wheaton French Market

Downtown Pavilion Main & Liberty St., Wheaton

Hours/Days: April 12–October 25, 2025 Saturdays, 8:00 am–2:00 pm Extended-season Hours/Days: November 1–29, 2025 Saturdays, 8:00 am–1:00 pm Spring is here, and we're excitedly anticipating the return of the Wheaton French Market on Saturdays! It opens for the 2025 season on Saturday, April 12th at the Downtown Pavilion (corner of Main & Liberty Streets). Shop al fresco with friends and neighbors at the friendly Wheaton French Market. Explore an astonishing variety of local produce, baked goods, honey, fresh flowers, handcrafted goods, jewelry, candles, artisan foods, music, unique gifts, and more!

Cream of Wheaton

Downtown Pavilion Main & Liberty St., Wheaton

June 5–8, 2025 | Memorial Park & Downtown Wheaton Kick off summer at Cream of Wheaton! Enjoy four days of summer fun including live entertainment, food, a beer garden, carnival rides, kids’ activities, a business expo, and arts and crafts fair. Discounted carnival wristbands will be sold at the Community Center and DuPage County Historical Museum beginning in early May. Live Entertainment: Thursday, June 5 6-7:15P | Mixtape Collective 8-9:30P | Kaleidoscope Eyes Friday, June 6 4-5:15P | Phase 5 6-7:15P | Wheaton Dad Band 8-9:30P | Boy Band Night Saturday, June 7 2-3:15P | Chemically Imbalanced 4-5:15P | Liquidated...

Wheaton’s Movies Under the Stars

Wheaton Public Library 225 N. Cross St., Wheaton, IL

The Downtown Wheaton Association and Wheaton Public Library present: “Movies Under the Stars”. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets to the Wheaton Public Library’s West Plaza for these FREE family-friendly movie showings! Upcoming Showings: Moana | Friday, June 13, 8:00 PM Inside Out 2 | Friday, July 18, 8:00 PM Wicked | Friday, August 8, 8:00 PM Read More > 

Field of Honor®

Seven Gables Park 1750 S. Naperville Road, Wheaton, IL

June 28–July 4  | Seven Gables Park Come see 2,000 American flags on display in perfectly straight rows at Seven Gables Park. The Wheaton Field of Honor has become a patriotic tradition each year in our community where 2,000 American Flags are displayed in perfectly straight rows, creating a breathtaking visual experience that honors our soldiers, veterans, first responders, and other heroes who serve and protect our nation. The annual event will feature nightly patriotic performances, including vocalists, bagpipers, drummers, Honor Guards, flyovers, and taps—creating an atmosphere of unity and gratitude that resonates deeply with all in attendance. If you...

Hokusai & Ukiyo-e: The Floating World

Cleve Carney Museum of Art McAninch Arts Center at College of DuPage, 425 Fawell Blvd., Glen Ellyn, IL

Hokusai & Ukiyo-e: The Floating World An Immersive Experience Bringing Japan's Shogun Era to Life Now Through Sept. 21, 2025 | Cleve Carney Museum of Art (Times vary per day. See available dates/times.) The “Hokusai & Ukiyo-e: The Floating World” exhibition vividly recreates 17th-century Japan, offering visitors an immersive journey through detailed reconstructions, interactive experiences, hands-on activities, and historical displays. Step back in time to Edo (modern-day Tokyo), when the city thrived under shogunate rule as Japan’s cultural and economic center, celebrating the arts, nature, and the pleasures of everyday life. The multi-faceted experience centers around the world-class presentation of...