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Christmas-at-Cantigny-2023

Christmas at Cantigny

Cantigny Park 1s151 Winfield Rd., Wheaton, IL

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...

Beyond Christmas Concert

Beyond Glee Presents “Beyond Christmas”

Wheaton Community Center 1777 S Blanchard St, Wheaton, IL

Sunday, December 10 | 2:00 PM | Community Center Beyond Glee is back this year to help you celebrate the holidays. Don’t miss this delightful and entertaining holiday special filled with beautiful songs of the season. Tickets for all ages: $8 (presale), $10 (at the door). Purchase below or in-person at the Wheaton Park District Community Center or the Mary Lubko Center. Call 630-665-1415 to charge by phone. Buy Tickets > See More Information >

New Year's Eve Concert at the MAC

New Year’s Eve Concert at the MAC

The Mac at College of DuPage 425 Fawell Boulevard, Glen Ellyn, IL

Sunday, Dec. 31, 1:30 pm, 5:00 pm & 8:30 pm Belushi Performance Hall | $70 Adult | $68 Senior | $80/$78 Gold Circle Kirk Muspratt, Music Director & Conductor Richard Ollarsaba, Baritone New Philharmonic and Maestro Muspratt, with guest baritone Richard Ollarsaba, reflect back on 2023 and look ahead to 2024 with a celebratory program of waltzes, polkas, light classical music, a champagne toast and more. The Washington Post lauds Ollarsaba as a “meltingly smooth bass-baritone;” and Opera News says, “Ollarsaba didn’t just have the tall-dark-and-handsome bit going for him, but also robust, flavorful, agile vocalism.”  Buy Tickets >  More...

Wheaton College Faculty Artists: Piano and Strings

Wheaton College Conservatory of Music: Music for Piano and Strings

Armerding Center for Music and the Arts 520 E Kenilworth Ave, Wheaton, IL

Faculty Artists: Music for Piano and Strings Thursday, January 25 | 7:30 pm The Wheaton College Conservatory of Music presents pianist Daniel Paul Horn, violinist Soh-Hyun Altino, and cellist Leonardo Altino in a concert at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, January 25.The three faculty artists will present works by American composers: Aaron Copland’s sonata, Samuel Barber’s sonata, and Richard Danielpour’s A Child’s Reliquary. More Information & Tickets >

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Danú—Irish Music Concert

The Mac at College of DuPage 425 Fawell Boulevard, Glen Ellyn, IL

Friday, Mar. 8 | 7:30 pm Belushi Performance Hall From Ireland to the MAC! The critically acclaimed traditional Irish musical group have been delighting audiences worldwide with their virtuosic players for over two decades. Winners of numerous awards from the BBC and Irish Music Magazine, audiences will enjoy a moving and memorable musical journey perfect for the holidays. The Irish Times calls Danú “a powerhouse band.” Don’t miss this sure to sell out show!  Buy Tickets > View More Information >

Songs-in-Flight

Wheaton College Artist Series: Shawn E. Okpebholo’s Songs in Flight

Armerding Concert Hall 520 Kenilworth Ave, Wheaton

Pulitzer Prize-, MacArthur Genius Grant-, and Grammy Award-winning artist Rhiannon Giddens, alongside other internationally acclaimed and award-winning artists soprano Karen Slack, countertenor Reginald Mobley, baritone Markel Reed, and pianist Paul Sánchez will present, award-winning composer Shawn E. Okpebholo song cycle, “Songs in Flight.” This powerful work is inspired by “Freedom on the Move,” a database spearheaded by Cornell University comprising over 30,000 newspaper advertisements placed by North American enslavers to aid in the capture of runaway enslaved people. The New York Times aptly describes the composition as one that “zeroes in on… the simultaneous presence of good and evil, perseverance...

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Innovator Tents on Hale St.

May 3–October 6, 2024 The Innovator Hale Street Tents return for another spectacular summer of outdoor dining, live music, and fun! This months-long event has become a community favorite, attracting thousands of diners each year. With live music throughout the summer, the Hale Street Tents are a Downtown Wheaton destination not to be missed. Make your reservations now! Browse the Details >

Downtown Wheaton Summer Live Music Series

Downtown Wheaton Summer Music Series

Downtown Wheaton Summer Music Series presented by Wheaton Sport Center May–September, 2024 | Various Locations, Days & Times Live music is the best part of summer—enjoy 40+ live music events coming summer 2024! The Downtown Wheaton Summer Music Series brings the sounds of summer to the heart of Wheaton. Enjoy live music while exploring all of Downtown Wheaton’s outdoor dining options. With such a range of sounds and tastes, you're sure to find a venue (or two, or three) that captures your vibe. View the Full Calendar >

Cream of Wheaton

Cream of Wheaton

Memorial Park 225 Karlskoga Avenue, Wheaton, IL

May 30–June 2 | Memorial Park—Downtown Wheaton ENTERTAINMENT | BUSINESS EXPO | ARTS & CRAFTS FAIR | FOOD VENDORS | CARNIVAL Kick off summer at the Cream of Wheaton! Join us for fun for all ages, including live entertainment, carnival, beer garden, food vendors, Arts & Craft Fair, Business Expo and kids activities! See Map > Browse More Info > Schedule of Events: Thursday, May 30: 10A-Dusk | 2 for 1 Mini Golf, Clocktower Mini Golf 4-8P | Business Expo 4-9:30P | Beer Garden 4-9:30P | Food Vendor Row 4-10P | Carnival, Liberty Drive 5P | Ribbon Cutting 6-7:15P |...

Wheaton-Municipal Band-2024

Wheaton Municipal Band | Concerts in Memorial Park | Generations

Memorial Park 225 Karlskoga Avenue, Wheaton, IL

The 2024 season kicks off with a concert that celebrates many generations. Members of Wheaton Middle School Bands are featured, performing works by 8th grade student Liliana Alarcon and Wheaton Composer Timothy Loest. The Wheaton Municipal Band will perform the premiere of a new fanfare written by composer Robert Sheldon that honors the dedicated service of three members of our band: Carol Kierzyk at year 40, Mike Thorsen at year 50, and Al Loek at year 60. Browse More Info >  Upcoming Shows in Memorial Park, Thursday Evenings: June 13: Bugs! June 20: Midwest Clinic, Take Three! June 27: Romancing...