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Wheaton Art Walk - Fine Art Show Downtown Wheaton

Wheaton Art Walk

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

The Wheaton Art Walk will showcase the work of dozens of juried artists from around the country in a variety of mediums, including ceramics, fiber, glass, jewelry, painting, sculpture and more! This year, the Wheaton Art Walk takes place on the beautiful, tree-lined streets of Downtown Wheaton at Hale and West Liberty Streets. In addition to the incredible artwork available for purchase, attendees will be able to interact with artists through demonstrations and booth chats, enjoy live music, and indulge in tasty treats. Download the Map MUSIC Main Stage: Cirrus Falcon, duo playing 60’s through today’s hits Soloist Stage: Michelet, French...

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Nights of Lights, Adams Park, Wheaton

Nights of Lights Park Lighting Ceremony

Adams Park 303 W Wesley St., Wheaton, IL

Nights of Lights returns to Adams Park for a third year, this time, bigger and brighter than ever! Join us for the park lighting on November 25 at 4:30pm and enjoy this display through the holiday season. Featuring over 55,000 bulbs lighting the trees and a brand-new animated light display at the fountain, a walk through Adams Park will “wow” the whole family. Thank you to the City of Wheaton for providing this wonderful display throughout the holiday season. Read More

Exploring Machu Picchu

Exploring Machu Picchu

Virtual Event

Enjoy this virtual event through the Wheaton Public Library. Located in the Peruvian Andes Mountains, the discovery of this lost city of the Incas revealed much about their royal traditions and religious rites. Jeff Mishur of Art Excursions will discuss Inca building practices, sculpture, decorative arts, and ongoing mysteries. More Information

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 —...