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Ribfest-Wheaton-2022

Ribfest Moves to Wheaton

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

Organized by the Exchange Club of Naperville, the 2022 Ribfest will be held June 17–20, 2022 at the DuPage Event Center and Fairgrounds in Wheaton, Illinois. The event will include a carnival by Fantasy Amusements Co., a variety of award-winning ribs, Wintrust Community Banks Family Fun Area and exhibits with no entry fee. A dedicated entertainment area will host premium artists each day (tickets required). Sponsors and VIP perks include close parking in the parking deck, private entrance, upgraded bathrooms and seating as well as the best view of the stage. Ribfest is the major fundraiser hosted by the Exchange...

Field of Honor-2022

Field of Honor® 2022 | Wheaton

Seven Gables Park 1750 S. Naperville Road, Wheaton, IL

Seven Gables Park will be transformed into an awe-inspiring vista to our honor servicemen and women, first responders, and local heroes. June 29–July 4. Thousands of United States flags will stand united in this incredible display. This tribute to our heroes will call our community together to share moments of solemn, patriotic appreciation. Each of the flags represents an individual and tells a story. The Stars & Stripes reminds us that Americans are stronger together. We meet the challenges of history and overcome hardships, which help us grow stronger still. Our heroes set the pace for how we all aspire...

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4th of July-Fireworks

Independence Day Fireworks & More

Graf Park 1855 Manchester Rd, Wheaton, IL

The evening’s event will include lawn games, concessions, a carnival, DJ, and giveaways. A local scout troop will provide a flag ceremony in Graf Park before the fireworks show—currently set to start at dusk (approximately 9 pm). Carnival Rides Tickets and wristbands available to purchase at the event: $1.25 per ticket (3 tickets to ride) $25 Unlimited Ride Wristband Parking Please be kind to our neighbors when parking on residential streets. Park Policies: NO PETS are allowed in the park. Please contact events@wheatonparks.org if you require a service animal. Alcoholic beverages are prohibited. No sparklers or smoke bombs will be permitted in...

4th of July-Parade

4th of July Parade

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

July 4th commemorates the passage of the Declaration of Independence by the Continental Congress on July 4, 1776. Every year, Americans celebrate the 4th of July as the birthday of the United States with everything from family gatherings and festive parades to spectacular fireworks and heartfelt honors for those who serve or have served in our military. Come out and join fellow Wheaton residents, visitors, and family at this annual parade honoring our nation's birth.

Wheaton Municipal Band

Wheaton Municipal Band Presents: War Horses!

Memorial Park 225 Karlskoga Avenue, Wheaton, IL

A concert featuring favorite overtures by Rossini, Mendelssohn, von Suppe and more! Featuring WMB Member Joe Hands—Clarinet Solo   Read More About It

Picnic with the Animals-Cosley Zoo

Picnic with the Animals

Cosley Zoo 1356 N Gary Ave, Wheaton, Illinois

Bring your own picnic and join us for an evening full of fun. Games, activities, animal visits, and after-hours access to the zoo are all included in your fee. The Wild Side Gift Shop will also be open. This event is held rain or shine. 50% of proceeds support conservation of the monarch butterfly. Preregistration is required. Gates open at 5:30P and the zoo will close at 8P. Activities will be available the entire time for this open-house style event. Bring the entire family out. All ages welcome. Tickets ages 2-adult are $10.40 each. Ages 1 and under are free....

Wheaton Municipal Band

CLOSING NIGHT: Wheaton Municipal Band: Simple Gifts

Memorial Park 225 Karlskoga Avenue, Wheaton, IL

Our closing concert features music that reminds us of the joy found in the simple gifts in life and how we can share them with our audience through music. Featured will be the 50th anniversary rendition of John Zdechlik's popular Chorale and Shaker Dance, based upon Aaron Copland's Simple Gifts from Appalachian Spring. Featuring WMB Member Garth Anderson - Trumpet Solo Browse More Information

Alebrijes Sculpture Exhibit-Cantigny Park

Alebrijes: Creatures of a Dream World at Cantigny Park

Cantigny Park 1s151 Winfield Rd., Wheaton, IL

Come dive into a dream world in this Cantigny Park outdoor art exhibit! Throughout the park, you'll find dozens of imaginary creatures, called alebrije ("ah-leh-bree-heh"), inspired by Mexican folklore. They possess elements from the different animals of which they are composed. Originating from the vivid dreams of Mexican artist Pedro Linares, the artistic tradition of alebrijes gained popularity in the United States with the 2017 Disney/Pixar film, Coco. Forty-eight lively alebrije sculptures—some delightfully oversized and others perfectly petite—populate Cantigny Park. They were created by six artists from Mexico City who participate annually in the internationally-known “La Noche de los Alebrijes,”...