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Cosley Zoo-Pumpkin Fest

Cosley Zoo’s Pumpkin Fest

Cosley Zoo 1356 N Gary Ave, Wheaton, Illinois

Taking in the beautiful fall colors at Cosley Zoo is a must-do! Come see the animals and take in the thousands of pumpkins scattered on the zoo’s lawn. Children’s rides are also available for an additional fee. Apples, gourds, pumpkins, cider, cornstalks, and various sizes of straw bales are available to purchase. Check out the fall merchandise in the Wild Side Gift Shop, too! Proceeds from your purchases benefit Cosley Zoo. Regular admission rates apply. Timed-entry reservations are required. 9:00 am–5:00 pm See More Information >

NAMI DuPage’s Octoberfest

DuPage Event Center and Fairgrounds Enter at DuPage County Complex, 2015 Manchester Road, N County Farm Rd,, Wheaton, IL

Join us for a weekend of Fall Fun! Carnival, Live Bands and Entertainment, Car Show, Pancake Breakfast, Kids activities, Beer and Wine Tastings Friday, October 7, 2022: 6:00–11:00 pm Saturday, October 8, 2022: 12:00–11:00 pm Sunday, October 9, 2022: 12:00 pm–8:00 pm Free parking! Accessible parking available! Read More Details > Purchase Tickets >

Halloween Downtown Wheaton 2022

Downtown Wheaton Trick-or-Treat and More

Downtown Wheaton 100 N. Main St., Wheaton, IL

Enjoy Halloween in Downtown Wheaton!​ Trick-or-Treating happens on Saturday, October 29th, but get into the Halloween spirit now. I Spy Halloween Scavenger Hunt runs now through Halloween day. See all the details, below: ​ I Spy Halloween Scavenger Hunt October 15–31st Search throughout Downtown Wheaton to find spooky Halloween signs hidden inside participating businesses. Click here for the map! ​ Downtown Wheaton Trick-or-Treat Saturday, October 29th | 10am–12pm Bring your little ghosts and goblins Downtown Wheaton to get a head start on this year's candy collection! More information about these events ​ Participating Businesses: A Baby Naturally AlphaGraphics Wheaton with...

Wheaton Cider Stroll

Cider Stroll

Downtown Wheaton 100 N. Main St., Wheaton, IL

Enjoy autumn Downtown Wheaton as you sip a variety of different hot apple ciders and get a head start on your holiday shopping. Over 15 of your favorite Downtown businesses put their spin on the classic fall beverage with unique toppings and flavorings. As you sip and stroll, enjoy live entertainment by the Jerry Evans School of Music Children's Choir, as they go caroling around town throughout the event. Event check-in begins at 2pm at TeamUp Coworking (130 W. Liberty Drive). Upon checking in, ticket holders will receive a souvenir tasting mug and a map of tasting locations. All ciders...

Mary Poppins, Jr.-Play

Mary Poppins, Jr. Play

Franklin Middle School 211 N Main St., Wheaton, IL

November 11 -13 | Various Times | Franklin Middle School | 211 N Main St. A musical based on the stories of P. L. Travers and the Walt Disney Film. Performances: Friday November 11 7P Saturday November 12 2P Sunday November 13 2P More information Buy tickets

Beatles-Happy Hour and Trivia

Beatles Exhibit, Happy Hour, and Trivia

DuPage County Historical Museum 102 E. Wesley St., Wheaton, IL

On Aug. 18, 1962, four long-haired musicians in Liverpool, England played together for the first time, captivating the attention of the world and the affection of our hearts. On November 18, 2022, Republic Bank of Chicago will present "4EVER4," a photo exhibition celebrating the 60th anniversary of the Beatles at the DuPage County Historical Museum. The Happy Hour and Trivia Night will kick off the exhibit, and it will remain up for public viewing until November 22, 2022. The exhibit features nearly 100 photographs of: The Beatles in concert and their antics off stage Record albums Their movies Concert posters...

Cosley Zoo - Festival of Lights-Christmas Tree Sale

Cosley Zoo Festival of Lights & Christmas Tree Sale

Cosley Zoo 1356 N Gary Ave, Wheaton, Illinois

A winter visit to Cosley Zoo has become a favorite family tradition. Cosley Zoo is transformed into a winter wonderland featuring 20,000+ twinkling lights; a herd of whimsical lighted animal figures; an amazing selection of Christmas trees, wreaths, and greenery; hot chocolate; and a unique assortment of holiday gifts in the Wild Side Gift Shop. All proceeds from this event benefit Cosley Zoo. Hot Chocolate Hours: Available Monday-Friday 3-9P; Friday 11/25, Saturdays and Sundays 9A-9P The Festival of Lights and Tree Sale begins the day after Thanksgiving (11/25/2022) and continues through December 30. Advanced reservations are not required during the...

Nights of Lights, Adams Park, Wheaton

Nights of Lights Park Lighting Ceremony

Adams Park 303 W Wesley St., Wheaton, IL

Nights of Lights returns to Adams Park for a third year, this time, bigger and brighter than ever! Join us for the park lighting on November 25 at 4:30pm and enjoy this display through the holiday season. Featuring over 55,000 bulbs lighting the trees and a brand-new animated light display at the fountain, a walk through Adams Park will “wow” the whole family. Thank you to the City of Wheaton for providing this wonderful display throughout the holiday season. Read More

Christmas Parade, Wheaton

Wheaton Christmas Parade & Lighting Ceremonies

Downtown Wheaton 100 N. Main St., Wheaton, IL

The tradition continues; join us for the annual Wheaton Christmas Parade for a magical evening of lights, music, and community Downtown Wheaton. Immediately following the parade, head over to the new south pavilion for the first-ever Downtown Wheaton Christmas Tree Lighting! The new, 22-foot-tall Christmas Tree will be spectacular! Read all about it here.  Stop out at Adams Park before the parade for the park lighting ceremony and animated feature by the fountain. More Parade Information

Light-up-Wheaton-2023-Christmas Decorating Contest

Light Up Wheaton Decorating Contest

City of Wheaton 303 W Wesley Street, Wheaton, IL 60187-0727, IL

The City of Wheaton and the Wheaton Park District present Light Up Wheaton and encourage the community to brighten the winter season together. All are encouraged to decorate their homes, businesses, non-profits, churches or other places of worship and other organizations. This program welcomes everyone in the community to help brighten all of our spirits. This competition is open to all themes and holidays. For those interested in a friendly community competition, enter in this FREE decorating contest. Show the community your most creative, out-of-the-box and festive seasonal decorations and take part in Wheaton’s newest tradition. Register your home or...