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Magnificent Movie Music August 3, 2023 | Memorial Park, Wheaton | 7:30 pm Tonight's concert will feature the music of Henry Mancini, Bruce Broughton and Elmer Bernstein, along with a special tribute to the iconic film music of Burt Bacharach. See the full schedule and mark your calendar!
Showcase! Edman Chapel Spectacular August 5, 2023 | Edman Chapel at Wheaton College, Wheaton | 8:00 pm Our Edman Chapel concert this year features a variety of audience favorites that display the virtuosity of the performers in the Wheaton Municipal Band. A special highlight will be our first performance of Carl Orff's epic Carmina Burana, skillfully arranged for wind band by John France. This concert is not a function of Wheaton College See the full schedule and mark your calendar!
Glow in the Park (21+) Saturday, August 12, 7 pm–midnight | Cantigny Park Grab your friends and GLOW in the Park! This event is designed for adults ages 21 and over who want to relive the nostalgia of the 90’s and early 2000’s with a twist of grown-up fun. Upon arrival, you’ll be greeted with a dazzling display of neon colors and glow-in-the-dark decorations. We’ll have inflatable games such as obstacle courses and a huge slide to enjoy under the glow of the black lights. Play to your heart’s content while feeling like a kid again. But that’s not all!...
One of These Nights: An Eagles Tribute Sunday, August 13 | 3–5 pm | Cantigny Park | Allée In 2007, national award-winning cover band Maggie Speaks was asked to create a 2+ hour note-for-note tribute to the Eagles and their solo work for a corporate event in Cabo San Lucas. The show was such a success that they decided to keep doing a limited run of shows each year at festivals, casinos, performing arts centers, and corporate gatherings. The “One of These Nights” lineup consists of members of Maggie Speaks, Final Say, Shout Out, as well as other top bands...
Music Through the Gardens As the sun begins to set at Cantigny Park, several solo musicians will take to their instruments and begin to play. The soft melodies and soothing rhythms of their music fill the air. Stroll through the gardens, admiring the natural beauty around you while enjoying the soothing sounds. Each garden will feature a different genre of music ranging from classical to modern pop. A nice selection of food trucks will be on site, or bring a picnic from home. The Cantigny food and beverage team will offer a specially themed cocktail. On this night, the drink...
It’s wine with a little bit of wild! September 21 | 5:00-7:30 pm | Cosley Zoo Enjoy an evening at Cosley Zoo while sampling a selection of more than 50 wines. Spend an evening wine tasting at Cosley Zoo listening to live entertainment, enjoying appetizers, mingling with the animals and entering to win fantastic raffle prizes. Cost: $50/person Get Tickets > All event proceeds benefit Cosley Zoo. Must be 21+ with a valid ID to attend. The event will be held rain or shine. No refunds.
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
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,...
Friday, November 24, 2023 | 6:00–7:30 pm The tradition continues; join us for the annual Wheaton Christmas Parade for a magical evening of lights, music, and community Downtown Wheaton. The parade will travel from Wheaton Avenue at Wesley Street south to Front Street, turning east (left) on Front Street, and finishing at Cross Street. Immediately following the parade, head over to the new south pavilion for the Downtown Wheaton Christmas Tree Lighting! Join us for the second annual Downtown Wheaton Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony, immediately following the Wheaton Christmas Parade. Enjoy the tree daily 4:00–10:00 pm through January 7, 2024. Browse...