Beyond Glee Presents “Beyond Christmas”

Wheaton Community Center 1777 S Blanchard St, Wheaton, IL

Sunday, December 10 | 2:00 PM | Community Center Beyond Glee is back this year to help you celebrate the holidays. Don’t miss this delightful and entertaining holiday special filled with beautiful songs of the season. Tickets for all ages: $8 (presale), $10 (at the door). Purchase below or in-person at the Wheaton Park District Community Center or the Mary Lubko Center. Call 630-665-1415 to charge by phone. Buy Tickets > See More Information >

New Year’s Eve Concert at the MAC

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

Sunday, Dec. 31, 1:30 pm, 5:00 pm & 8:30 pm Belushi Performance Hall | $70 Adult | $68 Senior | $80/$78 Gold Circle Kirk Muspratt, Music Director & Conductor Richard Ollarsaba, Baritone New Philharmonic and Maestro Muspratt, with guest baritone Richard Ollarsaba, reflect back on 2023 and look ahead to 2024 with a celebratory program of waltzes, polkas, light classical music, a champagne toast and more. The Washington Post lauds Ollarsaba as a “meltingly smooth bass-baritone;” and Opera News says, “Ollarsaba didn’t just have the tall-dark-and-handsome bit going for him, but also robust, flavorful, agile vocalism.”  Buy Tickets >  More...

Cantigny Easter Egg Hunt

Cantigny Park 1s151 Winfield Rd., Wheaton, IL

Easter Fun in Cantigny Park Sunday, March 24 | 10:00 am–4:00 pm | Parking: $5 per car Cantigny’s annual Easter Egg Hunt returns! Stop by for some colorful family fun. The egg hunt is an “open house” event—come whenever you wish. Eggs will be available in the allée throughout the day and replenished periodically. Just bring your own basket or bag. Details: Each child may redeem five (5) eggs for a prize. Take the eggs to the prize redemption area located near the Tank Park and restrooms. One prize per child. If your child collects more than five we suggest...

Field of Honor® 2024 | Wheaton

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

June 29–July 4 | Park is open from Dawn to Dusk | Seven Gables Park Come see 2,000 American flags on display in perfectly straight rows at Seven Gables Park. Hundreds of community volunteers donate their time to create this spectacular patriotic event. Each evening offers patriotic performances including vocalists, bagpipers, drummers, Honor Guards, flyovers and Taps. Flags are available for purchase on-site or at healingfield.org/event/wheatonil24 for the Wheaton Field of Honor 2024. After the event, the flag is yours to pick up on July 4th. Purchase includes a 5′ x 3′ American flag (made in US), 8′ flagpole, 3′ piece of...

Independence Day Festivities: Fireworks

Graf Park 1855 Manchester Rd, Wheaton, IL

July 3 | 5:30-9:00 PM | Graf Park FIREWORKS Begin around 9:00 PM FREE FAMILY FUN: Food vendors* DJ Games Giveaways Small carnival rides* *fee applies Browse More Details >

Christmas in July

Main St. and Seminary, Downtown Wheaton 125 E. Seminary Ave., Wheaton, IL

Fa-la-la-la-let’s Go Shopping! July 24–30, 2024 | Downtown Wheaton The countdown to Christmas is on… Get into the holiday spirit early with Downtown Wheaton's Christmas in July! Visit your favorite Downtown Wheaton businesses for Christmas-themed sidewalk sales, limited-time discounts, holiday-inspired food and drink, holiday music and décor, and more. Enjoy festive outdoor Christmas décor courtesy of our generous event sponsor, Holiday Outdoor Decor! Attractions include a 14' tall tree of lights, a 20' long tunnel of lights, and more.​​​ Generously sponsored by Holiday Outdoor Decor. Read More About It >

Light Up Wheaton Decorating Event

November 12-December 20 Let’s get festive! The City of Wheaton and the Wheaton Park District are proud to present the 5th annual Light Up Wheaton decorating contest. All Wheaton residents, businesses, houses of worship and community organizations are invited to participate in this free, friendly competition—all themes and holidays welcome! Showcase your fun, creative, out-of-the-box decorating ideas in what has quickly become one of Wheaton’s favorite holiday traditions. Registration closes December 12* *All registered participants must submit a photo of (and address for) their submission by 12 p.m. Thursday, December 12, to lcali@wheatonparks.org to be considered for awards. Browse More...

Christmas at Cantigny

Cantigny Park 1s151 Winfield Rd., Wheaton, IL

A Holiday Wonderland Awaits Explore a dazzling array of experiences as you stroll through a ½-mile, fully ADA- and stroller-accessible path. Along the way, music-orchestrated light shows, festive decorations, larger-than-life flower sculptures, and a towering 28-foot Christmas tree will enchant you. You can also step inside the beautifully adorned McCormick House, a unique opportunity to explore this historically preserved home, blending history with holiday charm for a special addition to your visit. Historic Splendor and a Hidden Bar The beautifully renovated McCormick House is open again this season, with even more rooms adorned in festive splendor. As part of our...

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...

Nights of Lights

Adams Park 303 W Wesley St., Wheaton, IL

Park Lighting Ceremony Nights of Lights returns to Adams Park for its fifth year! Join us for the park lighting on November 29 at 4:30 p.m. and enjoy this display through the holiday season. Featuring over 55,000 bulbs lighting the trees and an 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. Nights of Lights continues through January 5, 2025. This event is open to the public at no cost. Browse More >