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Cantigy Park-Lets Go Girls-Celebrating Women's History Month

Let’s Go Girls!—In Honor of Women’s History Month

Cantigny Park 1s151 Winfield Rd., Wheaton, IL

A celebration of women’s history and female empowerment at Cantigny Park Sunday, March 19, 2023 | 12:00–4:00 pm In honor of Women’s History Month and all the powerful women in our community, Cantigny Park is hosting an afternoon of activities to empower women of all ages. Storytime Visitors Center Theatre 12:30 pm; 1:30 pm; and 2:30 pm Enjoy stories with female community leaders. Each reader will share passages from a book connected to what they do in the community. Former Lt. Gov. Evelyn Sanguinetti – 12:30pm Senior Master Sargent Erika Provencher – 1:30pm Corporal Terri Albright – 2:30pm Female First in...

Cantigny Fall Festival

Cantigny Fall Festival

Cantigny Park 1s151 Winfield Rd., Wheaton, IL

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,...

Spring Fest Cantigy

Cantigny Spring Fest

Cantigny Park 1s151 Winfield Rd., Wheaton, IL

Celebrate the season with Spring Fest at Cantigny! Saturday, May 18 | 10:00 am–4:00 pm Enjoy the park with a visit to our beautiful gardens. Stop by McCormick House as we host our first-ever marketplace inside the historic home. This market features talented artisans showcasing their creations—a curated shopping experience with 30 vendors offering jewelry, pottery, art, and more! A craft coffee and pastry bar will be set up on the South Porch to enhance your visit. Want a piece of Cantigny for your own garden? Don’t miss our Bulb Sale—another popular stop at Spring Fest. Tulip bulbs of the...

Seed Swap-2025

Seed Swap with Sustain DuPage

Wheaton Public Library 225 N. Cross St., Wheaton, IL

Wheaton Public Library Hosts Seed Swap with Sustain DuPage Dreaming of Spring and fresh produce from your garden? Get a head start on your planning and join Sustain DuPage at our free Seed Swap! What to bring: We welcome heirloom and open pollinated seeds, including those purchased packets you didn’t use all of last year. Please bring seeds saved or purchased within the last 2-4 years or less, and stored in a cool, dark, and dry place. Label the seeds with the type, variety, and the date and location they were harvested, along with any other descriptions that might be helpful. An...

Wheaton French Market

Wheaton French Market

Downtown Pavilion Main & Liberty St., Wheaton

Hours/Days: April 12–October 25, 2025 Saturdays, 8:00 am–2:00 pm Extended-season Hours/Days: November 1–29, 2025 Saturdays, 8:00 am–1:00 pm Spring is here, and we're excitedly anticipating the return of the Wheaton French Market on Saturdays! It opens for the 2025 season on Saturday, April 12th at the Downtown Pavilion (corner of Main & Liberty Streets). Shop al fresco with friends and neighbors at the friendly Wheaton French Market. Explore an astonishing variety of local produce, baked goods, honey, fresh flowers, handcrafted goods, jewelry, candles, artisan foods, music, unique gifts, and more!

Easter Egg Hunt

Cantigny Easter Egg Hunt & Brunch

Cantigny Park 1s151 Winfield Rd., Wheaton, IL

Saturday, April 12 & Sunday, April 13 | 10:00 am–4:00 pm Parking: $16 per car Cantigny’s annual Easter Egg Hunt returns! Stop by for some colorful family fun. Egg Hunt 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. Bring your own basket or bag. 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...

Cantigny Jazz and Wine Festival

Cantigny Park 1s151 Winfield Rd., Wheaton, IL

Sunday, June 15, 12:00–7:00 pm (Gates open at 11:00 am) Raise a glass and let the music move you at Cantigny’s Jazz & Wine Fest! This Father’s Day, experience a day filled with smooth rhythms, exceptional wines, and a lively atmosphere perfect for music lovers of all ages. Back by popular demand, The Legendary Count Basie Orchestra™ will headline an incredible lineup of jazz performances throughout the day. Set against the stunning backdrop of Cantigny Park, the festival offers an all-day celebration of world-class music, fine wine, and great company. Read More Details > Lineup 12–1 pm: Abigail Riccards Organ Quartet, McCormick...

Cantigny Fall Festival

Fall Fest at Cantigny Park

Cantigny Park 1s151 Winfield Rd., Wheaton, IL

Celebrate the season with us at Cantigny’s Annual Fall Festival September 27 & 28 | 10:00 AM–6:00 PM | Parade Field This family-friendly weekend features a vibrant Fall Market, live music, guided garden tours, and a variety of food trucks offering tasty bites. Kids can enjoy hands-on crafts, bounce houses, and a delightful petting zoo, creating memories for all ages. Activities to Enjoy at Fall Fest: Garden Tours (Meet your guide in the Visitors Center): Wander through stunning autumn gardens and enjoy picture-perfect moments. 10:30, 11:30, 2:15, and 3:15 Petting Zoo: Meet friendly farm animals. ($) Paint-a-Pumpkin: Create a festive...

Mother Nature's Day

Mother Nature’s Day

Cosley Zoo 1356 N Gary Ave, Wheaton, Illinois

Celebrate Conservation, Comminity & the Wonders of the Earth Saturday, May 9 | 10:00 AM–2:00 PM Join Cosley Zoo for a family‑friendly celebration of the natural world! Mother Nature’s Day brings together conservation experts, hands‑on activities, and engaging exhibits that highlight the importance of caring for our environment. At this event, you may: explore a variety of conservation stations, meet local organizations, enjoy plant sales, and discover new features like the pollinator garden and kaleidoscope. With a mix of free and fee‑based activities, this event is designed to inspire curiosity, responsibility, and a deeper connection to the planet we all...

Native Plant Sale

Native Plant Sale

DuPage County Fairgrounds 2015 Manchester Road, Wheaton

Shop for your Native Plants at the DuPage County Fairgrounds! Friday, May 15 | 10:00 AM–7:00 PM Saturday, May 16 | 9:00 AM–2:00 PM Shop in person for native flowers, grasses, shrubs, and trees. For a list of plants, visit dupageforest.org/native-plant-sale. All ages. Free admission. No registration. Questions? Call 630-933-7248. Read More > More details: Admission on May 15 and 16 is free and doesn't require a ticket. (There is a special presale event on May 14, but it requires a ticket and is sold-out.) Inventory depends on suppliers and is not guaranteed. Supply is not restocked daily. Sale is...