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Winter Wine & Cheese Walk

Hale Street, Downtown Wheaton 198-114 N Hale St., Wheaton, IL

Winter Is Long—Help It Go Faster at the Wine & Cheese Walk! Saturday, February 28, 2026 | 2:00–5:30 PM | Downtown Wheaton The Perfect Pair: Wine & Cheese Walk! Enjoy 15 one-ounce wine tastes at participating Downtown businesses (below), along with UNLIMITED* samples of expertly-curated artisan cheeses at select locations. This is the perfect time to shop all things spring at your favorite stores. At the end of the event, take home your souvenir wine glass. Make it a date or gather your squad for a friends' day out! Check-in and materials pick-up is from 1:00–4:30 PM, at the Downtown...

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Wheaton French Market 2026

Downtown Pavilion Main & Liberty St., Wheaton

Hours/Days: April 11–October 31, 2026 Saturdays, 8:00 am–2:00 pm Extended-season Hours/Days: November 1–28, 2026 Saturdays, 8:00 am–1:00 pm Spring is here, and the French Market has returned to Wheaton on Saturdays! It opened for the 2026 season on Saturday, April 11th 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 array of produce, delicious baked goods, local honey, stunning fresh flowers, handcrafted goods, jewelry, alluring candles, artisan foods, foot-tapping music, unique gifts, and more!

Earth Day Celebration-2026

Earth Day Celebration

Lincoln Marsh 1000 W. Lincoln Ave, Wheaton

Celebrate Earth Day at Lincoln Marsh! FREE Event Wednesday, April 22, 2026 | 10:00–11:30 AM | Lincoln March—Prairie Patch Play Area All Ages Families are invited to spend time together at the Prairie Patch Play Area where children can create, discover and play with nature. Enjoy activities, crafts and open play. Registration is free and encouraged. Program is held entirely outdoors, please dress appropriately. Questions? Contact the Lincoln Marsh office at lincolnmarsh@wheatonparks.org or at 630-871-2810. Read More > Register Now >

Innovator Hale Street Tents

Innovator Hale Street Tents

Hale Street, Downtown Wheaton 198-114 N Hale St., Wheaton, IL

Innovator Hale Street Tents Are Back! Hale Street | Downtown Wheaton | May–October 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 Innovator Hale Street Tents are a Downtown Wheaton destination you won't want to miss! Join us for Hale Street Tents: May 1–October 4, 2026 More Details >

Go Fly a Kite 2025

Go Fly a Kite

Graf Park 1855 Manchester Rd, Wheaton, IL

Saturday, May 2 | 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 >

Sips Around the States-2026

From Wharf to Glass

Cantigny Park 1s151 Winfield Rd., Wheaton, IL

Thursday, May 7 | 6:30 PM | North Scallop Garden | $75 / person Sips Around the States at Cantigny Travel the country—one cocktail at a time—without leaving the beautiful gardens of Cantigny. Led by Cantigny mixologists, this hands-on series will take you on a journey through America’s diverse regions, exploring signature flavors, spirits, and techniques from coast to coast. From Wharf to Glass Spend an evening exploring the bold character and seasonal charm of the Northeast in this hands-on cocktail class inspired by the coastline and countryside from Maine to New York and beyond. Drawing influence from maritime towns,...

Mother Nature's Day

Mother Nature’s Day

Cosley Zoo 1356 N Gary Ave, Wheaton, Illinois

Celebrate Conservation, Comminity & the Wonders of the Earth Saturday, May 9 | 10:00 AM–2:00 PM Join Cosley Zoo for a family‑friendly celebration of the natural world! Mother Nature’s Day brings together conservation experts, hands‑on activities, and engaging exhibits that highlight the importance of caring for our environment. At this event, you may: explore a variety of conservation stations, meet local organizations, enjoy plant sales, and discover new features like the pollinator garden and kaleidoscope. With a mix of free and fee‑based activities, this event is designed to inspire curiosity, responsibility, and a deeper connection to the planet we all...

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Wheaton Municipal Band Concert | Gala Opening Concert

Memorial Park 225 Karlskoga Avenue, Wheaton, IL

Free Concerts in Memorial Park 7:30 pm | Memorial Park, Wheaton Beginning Thursday, June 11, The Wheaton Municipal Band takes the stage at Memorial Park in downtown Wheaton to begin its 97th season. Directed by Dr. Bruce Moss, the Wheaton Municipal band consistently amazes crowds with its dynamic sound and outstanding musicianship. It has the reputation of being one of the finest bands of its kind in the country. Musicians from all over the Chicagoland area audition for the coveted spots in the 89-piece band. Each week its fine musicians rehearse new music on Wednesday for a performance on Thursday....

Movies under the stars

Movies Under the Stars

Wheaton Library West Plaza

Specific Dates Summer 2026 | Wheaton Public Library’s West Plaza The Downtown Wheaton Association and Wheaton Public Library present: “Movies Under the Stars”Bring your lawn chairs and blankets to the Wheaton Public Library’s West Plaza for these FREE family-friendly movie showings! Upcoming Movies Zootopia 2 | 7/17/26 | 8:00 pm | West Plaza, Wheaton Brave rabbit cop Judy Hopps and her friend, the fox Nick Wilde, team up again to crack a new case, the most perilous and intricate of their careers. Lilo and Stitch (2025) | 8/7/26 | 8:00 pm | West Plaza, Wheaton A live-action reimagining of Disney’s 2002...

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Fireworks, Drone Show & Festivities

Graf Park 1855 Manchester Rd, Wheaton, IL

Celebrate America's 250th Anniversary! Fireworks & Drone Show July 12 | 6:00 PM Festivities | 9:15 PM Fireworks & Drone Show | Graf Park We’re excited to celebrate together on Sunday, July 12. The festivities return to Graf Park beginning at 6:00 PM with the Fireworks and Drone Show scheduled for 9:15 PM. We look forward to welcoming the community for another evening of family fun. More Details >