We Are Women Art Exhibit

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

Celebrate Women's History Month | March 2022: Don't miss this special art exhibition honoring female artists. Enjoy these incredible works of art at women-owned and -managed businesses throughout downtown Wheaton. Participating business include: Adelle’s Fine American Fare Alphagraphics Altiro Latin Fusion Andrew’s Garden Baby Doll Bakery College Nannies + Sitters + Tutors County Farm Bagels DoodleBug Workshop Dry City Brew Works DuPage Art League Images Med Spa Jeans and a Cute Top Shop JF Counseling Services, PLLC Kimmers Ice Cream M & Co. Salon MilaGrace Boutique MION Artisan Soap MOORE Toys & Gadgets My Half of the Sky coffee house...

Cream of Wheaton 2022

Memorial Park 225 Karlskoga Avenue, Wheaton, IL

Entertainment | Business Expo | Arts & Crafts | Food Vendors | Carnival A range of family-friendly activities awaits at this year's Cream of Wheaton: Carnival—ticket info 2 for 1 Mini Golf Arts & Crafts Corner Kids' Activities DuPage County Historical Museum-Free Admission A variety of live music Plus, Food Vendor Row and a beer garden. Note: Discounted wristbands will be sold May 17 through June 1 at the Community Center (1777 S. Blanchard St.) and DuPage County Historical Museum (102 E. Wesley St.). Wristbands purchased at the carnival are $30 each. Individual tickets will also be available for purchase. The...

Field of Honor® 2022 | Wheaton

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

Seven Gables Park will be transformed into an awe-inspiring vista to our honor servicemen and women, first responders, and local heroes. June 29–July 4. Thousands of United States flags will stand united in this incredible display. This tribute to our heroes will call our community together to share moments of solemn, patriotic appreciation. Each of the flags represents an individual and tells a story. The Stars & Stripes reminds us that Americans are stronger together. We meet the challenges of history and overcome hardships, which help us grow stronger still. Our heroes set the pace for how we all aspire...

Free

Alebrijes: Creatures of a Dream World at Cantigny Park

Cantigny Park 1s151 Winfield Rd., Wheaton, IL

Come dive into a dream world in this Cantigny Park outdoor art exhibit! Throughout the park, you'll find dozens of imaginary creatures, called alebrije ("ah-leh-bree-heh"), inspired by Mexican folklore. They possess elements from the different animals of which they are composed. Originating from the vivid dreams of Mexican artist Pedro Linares, the artistic tradition of alebrijes gained popularity in the United States with the 2017 Disney/Pixar film, Coco. Forty-eight lively alebrije sculptures—some delightfully oversized and others perfectly petite—populate Cantigny Park. They were created by six artists from Mexico City who participate annually in the internationally-known “La Noche de los Alebrijes,”...