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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 >
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 |...
Run for the Animals 5K, 10K & Kids’ 1/2 Mile June 1 | 5K/10K Race Start: 7:30 AM | 1/2 Mile Kids Run Start: 8:45 AM Memorial Park The Cosley Zoo Run for the Animals 5K/10K & Kids’ 1/2 Mile is hosted by the Cosley Foundation to raise funds for the animals at Cosley Zoo as well as exhibit development projects, public programs and conservation projects. Browse More Info > Register Here >
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...
We share with our loyal audience many of the selections that we performed at our historic third appearance at the Midwest International Band and Orchestra Clinic in Chicago on December 20, 2023. Browse More Info > Upcoming Shows in Memorial Park, Thursday Evenings: June 20: Midwest Clinic, Take Three! June 27: Romancing and Dancing July 2: Patriotic Spectacular
Sunday, June 23 | 12:00–6:00 PM Early Bird Pricing through May 27 Adults (Music Only): $45 Adults (Ticket + Wine): $70 Youth (Under 21): $25 McCormick House Experience: $250 Cantigny’s Jazz and Wine Fest returns with a touch of European flair! This entertainment-filled afternoon will feature multiple acts on two stages, and wine sampling stations with over a dozen varieties. The bands will perform on two stages in different areas of Cantigny Park, but not simultaneously, so you can enjoy all of them. No matter where you are in the park, we promise you will hear the music! As the jazz notes waft through...
Dr. Marcellus Brown, Director of Bands Emeritus at Boise State University, joins us for a night of memorable favorites. Browse More Info > Upcoming Shows in Memorial Park, Thursday Evenings: July 2: Patriotic Spectacular (Yes, this concert will be on Tuesday this week—no Thursday show). July 11: Legends! July 18: All the Earth and Air
Downtown Wheaton Craft Beer Crawl 2024 Sat., Jun 29 | 2:00–5:00 PM | $35 Sip craft beers throughout Downtown Wheaton! Craft beer lovers unite at the second annual Downtown Wheaton Craft Crawl! Featuring an array of local bubbly brews to sample at your favorite shops and restaurants, plus great live music from The Wheaton Dad Band, this event is sure to be a summer favorite. Ticketholders receive 10 4-oz. samples of delicious craft brews! Browse More Info > Buy Tickets > Check-in: Event check-in begins at 1:00 PM at the "W" Tent on Front Street. All attendees must bring their driver's...