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Celebrate the holidays with a stroll through downtown Wheaton to enjoy all the festive painted windows. The free exhibit runs from November 26, 2021–January 9, 2022. Read More >
Festival of Lights A winter visit to Cosley Zoo has become a favorite family tradition. Cosley Zoo is transformed into a winter wonderland with 20,000+ twinkling lights and a herd of whimsical lighted animal figures. The Zoo also has an amazing selection of Christmas trees, wreaths and greenery, hot chocolate and a unique assortment of holiday gifts in the Wild Side Gift Shop. Christmas Tree Sale Cosley Zoo has four varieties of trees ranging from 3’ to 12’! Wreaths, greens, and garland are also available for purchase. Be sure to stop in the Wild Side gift shop for a great...
Come one, come all for the delightful Christmas Tree Parade and Nights of Lights in Downtown Wheaton. Enjoy fanciful floats, meet your favorite character after the parade and see Santa! After the parade, continue ushering in the Spirit of the Season in Adams Park. In its peaceful surroundings, enjoy the dazzling Nights of Lights lighting ceremony. Santa’s Mailbox: While you’re visiting Nights of Lights, be sure to drop your letter to Santa Claus in the special North Pole mailbox located in the southeast corner of the park. Be sure to look in the gazebo for Santa’s special mailbox. Read More...
Celebrate Small Business Saturday with the Cider & Cookie Stroll as you wander through the retail shops of downtown Wheaton! Participating businesses will offer cider with their own unique flavorings and toppings and a festive holiday cookie. Purchase your mug from the DWA today and that along with an official event map will be your ticket to taste and enjoy as much cider as you wish and a cookie at each tasting location. Once you’ve tasted all the cookies, vote for your favorite by marking your event map (ballot) and placing it in the ballot box at the W Tent at Martin...
Friday, Dec. 3 | 7 pm and Saturday, Dec. 4 | 2 pm Wheaton Community Center Memorial Room Auditorium A Children’s Playhouse Production; Author Credit: By Barbara Robinson; Is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French, Inc. Tickets on sale now! Tickets can be purchased online or in person at the WPD Community Center front desk. Pre-sale Ticket Price $6 per person; Day of Ticket Price $8 per person | Read More >
Get your holiday cheer on in the most festive, active environment imaginable, in-person or virtually! This winter 5K is sure to put you in the holiday spirit—in fact, we even encourage it! Come out in your best Santa hats or assortment of jingle bells and Run Run Rudolph to the finish line! All runners receive a long-sleeve tech t-shirt and antlers. In-Person Race: Saturday, December 4, 2021 | 8:30A | Downtown Wheaton Virtual Race: December 4–18 Presented in partnership by Wheaton Park District and Wheaton Lions Club Charities In-person registration ends November 30, 2021 at 11:59P (CST). Virtual registration ends December 4, 2021,...
Various times | Location: McAninch Arts Center | Belushi Performance Hall The MAC is thrilled to bring you a gorgeous production of “The Nutcracker.” Hailed by critics and audiences alike, Salt Creek Ballet’s enchanting production is everything you hope for with stunning costumes and magical effects. With a jaw-dropping Christmas tree that grows nearly 60 feet tall, 125 exquisite costumes, internationally recognized guest soloists and live music by New Philharmonic, this magical production offers all of the grandeur of the timeless tale you’ve come to love. $46 Adult | $36 Youth; MAC Box Office: Email: themac@cod.edu; Phone: (630) 942-4000. Read...
Swirl, Smell, Sip, Repeat in Downtown Wheaton! Join us for the Winter Wine Walk! January 15, 2022 from 3:00-6:30pm in Downtown Wheaton. Price is $35 and includes a souvenir wine glass and 12 one ounce tastes. $35 ticket includes souvenir wine glass and 12 1-oz. tastes. Buy Tickets Event takes place rain, snow or shine. No refunds after January 1, 2022. Must be 21 to participate. Masks and social distancing required.
by Tony Kushner, based on the play by Pierre Corneille directed by Andy Mangin February 18-26 A lawyer, desperate to find his son, engages a magician who agrees to show him his son’s life--a journey brimming with romance, intrigue, and danger. Tony Kushner adapts Corneille’s classic story of love, imagination, and the power of theater. Visit the Arena Theater's website for tickets and information.
Restaurant Week in Downtown Wheaton! We are excited to bring our annual Wheaton Restaurant Week February 21–27, 2022 to downtown Wheaton. Restaurants are offering a special menu item, prix fixe menu, special offer, or even a specialty cocktail to celebrate the week. See the Downtown Wheaton website for a list of participating restaurants and what they are offering! Below is only a representative sampling of what will be offered.