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Wheaton Chili Cookoff

Downtown Wheaton | Chili Cookoff

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

October 4 | 1:00–5:00 pm | Downtown Wheaton Participating Restaurants The Chili Cookoff returns to Downtown Wheaton this October for its 17th year! 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! $15 Friends of Downtown Wheaton $20 General Admission $60 Chili Crew 4-Pack Don't miss the fun and live music by The Wheaton Dad Band,...

Cosley Zoo Spooktacular

Cosley Zoo Spooktacular

Cosley Zoo 1356 N Gary Ave, Wheaton, Illinois

October 17 | 5:15–8:30 pm | Cosley Zoo Take an evening stroll through the zoo and enjoy family-friendly seasonal decorations and activities. Finish your visit by decorating a pumpkin, or take one to go and decorate it at home! Get your costumes together and register early to secure your spot. All ages are welcome. $12.95 per person for ages 2–adult. Admission is free for ages 1 and under, but a ticket is required. Browse More Information >

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Cosley Zoo Festival of Lights & Tree Sale

Cosley Zoo 1356 N Gary Ave, Wheaton, Illinois

November 28–December 30 | 9:00 AM–9:00 PM | Cosley Zoo A winter visit to Cosley Zoo has become a favorite family tradition. Cosley Zoo is transformed into a winter wonderland with thousands of twinkling lights, an amazing selection of Christmas trees, wreaths and greenery, hot chocolate and a unique assortment of holiday gifts in the Wild Side Gift Shop. Cosley Zoo has four varieties of trees ranging from 4’ to 11’! Wreaths, greens, and garland are also available for purchase. All proceeds from this event benefit Cosley Zoo. Christmas lights turn on at 3:00 PM Hot Chocolate is available weekdays...

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A Charlie Brown Christmas in Concert | The Chris White Jazz Trio

Wheaton Drama Theater 111 N Hale St, Wheaton, Illinois

Wheaton Drama Theater | 8:00–10:00 PM "That's what Christmas is all about, Charlie Brown!" Celebrate the season with A Charlie Brown Christmas in concert with the acclaimed Chris White Trio. Bring the whole family or enjoy a date night featuring festive Christmas tunes and cozy nostalgia in the heart of Downtown Wheaton! Explore the multitude of restaurants in Downtown Wheaton, and make your pre-show dining reservation now: VisitDowntownWheaton.org/businessdirectory. Seating is general admission. Please arrive early if you have seating requests or requirements. Doors will open at 7:30 PM. Everyone, regardless of age, requires a ticket. More Details > Buy Tickets...

2025 Cocoa & Coffee Crawl

2026 Cocoa & Coffee Crawl

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

The Family-Favorite Winter Event Returns! Saturday, January 10, 2026 |12:00–3:00 PM $18 General Admission $25 Admission with VIP Souvenir Mug $64 Family 4-Pack (no mugs) Gather the whole family for a fun-filled winter day sampling a variety of unique hot cocoas and artisan coffees at your favorite Downtown Wheaton shops and restaurants! Cocoa flavors will include: Classic Hot Chocolate | Mexican Hot Chocolate | White Hot Chocolate | Eggnog Hot Chocolate | Peppermint Hot Chocolate | Pumpkin Spice Hot Chocolate | Unicorn Hot Chocolate and more! Event check-in begins at 11 AM at the DWA Office (206 N. Main St.)....

Restaurant Week Wheaton 2026

2026 Restaurant Week | Downtown Wheaton

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

Join Us for Restaurant Week—a Celebration of the Downtown Wheaton Culinary Scene January 15–25, 2026 Got the post-holiday blues? Get out and order up! From special menu offerings to discounts and even charitable givebacks, this is the perfect opportunity to try a new restaurant or visit one of your local faves. Participating Businesses: 302 Wheaton | Adelle's Modern Kitchen + Bar | Altiro Latin Fusion | barcacaochocolat | Bien Trucha | Billy Bricks | Bonita Bowls | Egg'lectic Cafe | Extract Juicery Organic Cafe | Five & Hoek Coffee Co. | GIA MIA | Hale Street Cantina | High Rollers...

Ice-A-Palooza

Ice-A-Palooza

Central Athletic Complex 500 S Naperville Rd, Wheaton, IL

Get Active at Ice-A-Palooza! Saturday, February 7, 2026 | 11:00 AM–1:00 PM | Central Athletic Complex/Ice Rinks | FREE Ice-A-Palooza is a free outdoor event featuring skating, DJ entertainment, crafts, a food truck, and more! Schedule: 11:00 AM–1:00 PM: Preschool Activities Tent  S’mores Kits | Make your own delicious s’more – $1 Travelin’ Tom’s beverage Truck | serving hot cocoa Curious Crow Food Truck | serving lunch Snow Globe Photograph Opportunity Inflatable Slide 11:45 AM & 12:00 PM: Figure Skating Performances by Center Ice of DuPage 12:00–1:00 PM: Visit from Skates the Chicago Wolves Mascot 12:45 PM: Chuck-the-Puck game  ...

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Winter Wine & Cheese Walk

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

Winter Is Long—Help It Go Faster at the Wine & Cheese Walk! Saturday, February 28, 2026 | 2:00–5:30 PM | Downtown Wheaton The Perfect Pair: Wine & Cheese Walk! Enjoy 15 one-ounce wine tastes at participating Downtown businesses (below), along with UNLIMITED* samples of expertly-curated artisan cheeses at select locations. 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 a date or gather your squad for a friends' day out! Check-in and materials pick-up is from 1:00–4:30 PM, at the Downtown...

Go Fly a Kite 2025

Go Fly a Kite

Graf Park 1855 Manchester Rd, Wheaton, IL

Saturday, May 2 | 10:00 AM–1:00 PM | Graf Park | FREE Whether you’re an avid kite flyer or taking the family out for the first time, this is a great event for all ages. Watch kite demonstrations and participate in our Grand Launch. Enjoy a food truck, activities, kite sales and demonstrations. Bring your own kite or purchase one on site. Read More >

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2026 Murals, Mocktails, & Music

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

Join in the summer solstice celebration of art, music, and craft mocktails June 20  |  2:00–5:00 PM  |  Downtown Wheaton Enjoy tastings of 15 unique craft mocktails throughout Downtown Wheaton... sip, shop, and stroll! Stop at 121 W. Wesley and witness Wheaton's newest public art piece come to life during the event! Enjoy live music on Hale Street by the Leroy Winn Power Trio, and the music continues at Affordable Kitchens (129 N. Hale Street) with a Silent Disco (headsets limited, must show event punch card to access). Return on Sunday for Make Music Day Wheaton in partnership with the...