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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!

Superhero Fun Run

Superhero 3K Fun Run

Sensory Garden Playground 2751 Navistar Drive, Lisle, IL

Superheroes Unite! April 12 | 8:30AM | Sensory Garden Playground Superheroes Unite! Join us on April 12 at 8:30A with your friends and family and show off your superpower at the Superhero 3K Fun Run, taking place at the Sensory Garden Playground! All participants are invited to wear their favorite superhero attire as they participate in this 3K Fun Run so break out your Wonder Woman costume, Captain America t-shirt, or Iron Man mask! Along the way, you will see some of your favorite superheroes who will cheer you on! After the run, stick around for music, character meet and...

Go Fly a Kite 2025

Go Fly a Kite

Graf Park 1855 Manchester Rd, Wheaton, IL

Saturday, May 3 | 10:00 AM–1:00 PM | Graf Park | FREE Whether you’re an avid kite flyer or taking the family out for the first time, this is a great event for all ages. Watch kite demonstrations and participate in our Grand Launch. Enjoy a food truck, activities, kite sales and demonstrations. Bring your own kite or purchase one on site. Read More >

Cream of Wheaton

Cream of Wheaton

Downtown Pavilion Main & Liberty St., Wheaton

June 5–8, 2025 | Memorial Park & Downtown Wheaton Kick off summer at Cream of Wheaton! Enjoy four days of summer fun including live entertainment, food, a beer garden, carnival rides, kids’ activities, a business expo, and arts and crafts fair. Discounted carnival wristbands will be sold at the Community Center and DuPage County Historical Museum beginning in early May. Live Entertainment: Thursday, June 5 6-7:15P | Mixtape Collective 8-9:30P | Kaleidoscope Eyes Friday, June 6 4-5:15P | Phase 5 6-7:15P | Wheaton Dad Band 8-9:30P | Boy Band Night Saturday, June 7 2-3:15P | Chemically Imbalanced 4-5:15P | Liquidated...

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Wheaton Municipal Band | Concerts in Memorial Park | Gala Opening Concert

Memorial Park 225 Karlskoga Avenue, Wheaton, IL

Free Concert in Memorial Park June 12, 2025 | 7:30 pm | Memorial Park, Wheaton Beginning Thursday, June 12, The Wheaton Municipal Band takes the stage at Memorial Park in downtown Wheaton to begin its 96th season. Known as one of the finest bands of its kind in the country, the Wheaton Municipal band, under the direction of Dr. Bruce Moss, wows audiences with its stunning sound and brilliant musicianship. Musicians from all over the Chicagoland area audition for the coveted spots in the band. Each week the musicians rehearse new music on Wednesday, for a performance on Thursday. Every...

Fish-O-Rama

Northside Park 1300 N West St, Wheaton, IL

Saturday, June 14 | 8:00–10:00 | Northside Park Offered in cooperation with the Kiwanis Club of Wheaton, this annual event invites kids 15 and under, with an adult, to participate in outdoor family fun at our open fishing contest. Fun for all ages, however, kids ages 15 and under are eligible to win prizes. Prizes are awarded for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place for most and largest fish. Read All About It >

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...

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Wheaton Municipal Band | Concerts in Memorial Park | The Magic of Alfred Reed

Memorial Park 225 Karlskoga Avenue, Wheaton, IL

Free Concert in Memorial Park June 19, 2025 | 7:30 pm | Memorial Park, Wheaton Back by popular demand, The Wheaton Municipal Band takes the stage at Memorial Park in downtown Wheaton to begin its 96th season. Known as one of the finest bands of its kind in the country, the Wheaton Municipal band, under the direction of Dr. Bruce Moss, wows audiences with its stunning sound and brilliant musicianship. Musicians from all over the Chicagoland area audition for the coveted spots in the band. Each week the musicians rehearse new music on Wednesday, for a performance on Thursday. Every...

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Cosley Zoo Uncorked

Cosley Zoo 1356 N Gary Ave, Wheaton, Illinois

It’s wine with a little bit of wild! July 10 | 5:00-7:30 pm | Cosley Zoo 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. Mainstreet Wines & Spirits will donate 10% of all wine orders placed that evening to Cosley Zoo. The first 450 guests will receive a commemorative wine glass. Cost: $55/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. View More...

Suzette's 25th Anniversary and Bastille Day

Suzette’s 25th Anniversary and Bastille Day Celebration

Suzette's Creperie 211 West Front Street, Wheaton, Illinois

Celebrate  Bastille Day and Suzette's 25th Anniversary with Our Grand French Picnic Monday, July 14 | 4:00–8:00 pm Celebrate with us at our Grand French Picnic featuring all-you-can-eat buffet. Enjoy grilled dishes, salads, our special Bastille Day Sangria and, of course, Suzette's Can-can girls! Robin Lucas will be hosting the event with music and laughter and maybe even a conga line. More details to follow but save the date. This popular event always sells out so make your reservations early. Reservations Highly Recommended: Call 630.462.0898 or make reservations online. Read More >