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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...