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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
October 1–31 | Daily 9:00 am–5:00 pm | Cosley Zoo Enjoying the beautiful fall colors at Cosley Zoo is a must-do for autumn! Come see the animals and take in the thousands of pumpkins scattered on the zoo’s lawn. Children’s rides are also available for an additional fee. Purchase apples, gourds, cider, cornstalks, various sizes of straw bales, and don't forget your pumpkins! Check out the fall merchandise in the Wild Side Gift Shop, too! Proceeds from your purchases benefit Cosley Zoo. Regular admission rates apply. Browse More Information >
Saturday, October 7, 2023 | 1:00–5:00 pm $15 Friends of Downtown Wheaton | $20 General Admission | $60 Chili Crew 4-Pack It’s back... the Chili Cookoff returns to Downtown Wheaton this October! Your favorite Downtown eateries compete for your vote with their unique spin on this fan-favorite dish. Ticketholders will enjoy unlimited chili tastings before voting on the tastiest recipe. Join us for this festive fall event... admission includes UNLIMITED tastings, so bring your appetite. This event will sell out, so buy your tickets now! Featuring live music by... The Wheaton Dad Band (@WheatonDadBand) Check-in begins at 12:00 pm (location TBD), and at 5:00 pm we'll...
Friday, Oct. 13: 4:00–11:00 pm | Saturday, Oct. 14: 10:00 am–11:00 pm | Sunday, Oct. 15: 10:00 am–4:00 pm Parade Field For the first time, our fall festival will be an entire weekend! The fun begins Friday night, October 13, from 4:00–11:00 pm featuring German-style food and beer, with live music under a big tent on the Cantigny parade field! Hang out in the tent or cozy up on the Adirondacks around a firepit or play lawn games outside of the tent. We’ll do it again on Saturday night after a fun day featuring 100 craft vendors, hayrides, petting zoo, inflatables,...
McCormick House and Gardens: Lights and Music The inaugural Christmas at Cantigny celebrates the new McCormick House and brings Christmas lights, music, and family fun to the gardens and grounds. The renovated McCormick House will be open to the public for the first time since 2020, with the first floor lavishly decorated for the holidays. Cantigny’s holiday light show offers a magical experience. Walk a guided path through the gardens and be captivated by lighting that enhances traditional holiday decorations. Immerse yourself in the festive spirit and don’t miss the chance to admire the hundreds of famous Cantigny poinsettias on...
Restaurant Week in Downtown Wheaton! Wheaton Restaurant Week is January 18–28, 2024 in Downtown Wheaton. Order up! Explore our wonderful Downtown Wheaton during this week-long celebration of our vibrant culinary scene. From special menu offerings to discounts and charitable givebacks, this is the perfect opportunity to try a new restaurant or visit one of your local favorites. Participants to include: 302 Wheaton | Adelle's Fine American Fare | Altiro Latin Fusion | Billy Bricks Wood Fired Pizza | Ditka's Grill | Egg Harbor Cafe Extract Juicery | Gia Mia | Hale Street Cantina | Ivy Restaurant | Kimmer's Ice Cream...
Break your winter blues and experience Ice-A-Palooza Saturday, February 3 | 11:00 am–1:00 pm | Central Athletic Complex Ice Rinks Ice-A-Palooza is a free outdoor event featuring skating, entertainment, food truck, character visits and more! Event details: Preschool Activities Tent & Outdoor Games | 11:00 am–1:00 pm Hot Cocoa Bar | Enjoy a cup of delicious hot cocoa with all your favorite toppings – $3 S’mores Kits Meet & Greet Ice Queen & Ice Princess | 11:00 am–1:00 pm Rusty, the Chicago Steel Mascot | 11:00 am–12:15 pm Curious Crow Food Truck Chili, grilled cheese with tomato soup, Smash Burger with...
The Perfect Pair: Wine & Cheese Walk! Saturday, February 3 | 2:00–5:30 pm Winter is long…wine helps! Enjoy 12 one-ounce wine tastes at participating Downtown businesses—and, new this year, enjoy curated pairings of artisan cheeses. This is the perfect time to shop all things spring at your favorite stores. At the end of the event, take home your souvenir wine glass. Make it an early Valentine's Day date or gather your squad for a friends' day out! And don't miss the complimentary photo booth, generously sponsored by the Wheaton Sport Center! Event check-in and materials pick-up begins at 1:00 PM (location TBD)....
Spring into Dining! Thursday, March 21–Saturday, March 30 Downtown Wheaton's first-ever spring restaurant week, Spring into Dining, is March 21–30, 2024. As the community gears up for warmer weather, this lunch-focused restaurant week combines everything you love: Good food, great deals, and more sunshine! See the Participating Restaurants and Shops >
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...