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Cosley Zoo Spooktacular

Cosley Zoo Spooktacular

Cosley Zoo 1356 N Gary Ave, Wheaton, Illinois

October 17 | 5:15–8:30 pm | Cosley Zoo Take an evening stroll through the zoo and enjoy family-friendly seasonal decorations and activities. Finish your visit by decorating a pumpkin, or take one to go and decorate it at home! Get your costumes together and register early to secure your spot. All ages are welcome. $12.95 per person for ages 2–adult. Admission is free for ages 1 and under, but a ticket is required. Browse More Information >

Downtown Wheaton Trick-or-Treating

Downtown Wheaton Trick-or-Treating 2025

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

Enjoy trick-or-treating in Downtown Wheaton Saturday, October 25 | 10:00 am–1:00 pm Prepare for a wicked good time when you bring your little ghouls and goblins to Downtown Wheaton for a head start on this year’s candy collection! Participating businesses include: A Baby Naturally* Altiro Latin Fusion* BABAM Baby Doll Bakery* Bat's Collectible Empire* Billy Bricks* Burma O'Clock Calson Glass & Mirror* DoodleBug Workshop* Dough DuPage Art League Egg'lectic Cafe* Elase Med Spa* Extract Juicery Organic Cafe* Five & Hoek Coffee* Frocks and Frills Vintage* GIA MIA* Graham's Fine Chocolates & Ice Cream* Hale Street Cantina High Rollers Company* Holsteins...

Light-up-Wheaton-2023-Christmas Decorating Contest

Light Up Wheaton Decorating Event 2025

November 4-December 11 Let’s get festive! The City of Wheaton and the Wheaton Park District are proud to present the annual Light Up Wheaton decorating contest. All Wheaton residents, businesses, houses of worship and community organizations, and neighborhoods are invited to participate in this free, friendly competition—all themes and holidays welcome! Showcase your fun, creative, out-of-the-box decorating ideas in what has quickly become one of Wheaton’s favorite holiday traditions. Awards will be given in three categories: Most Creative, People’s Choice, and Mayor’s Choice. Registration closes December 11.* *All registered participants must submit a photo of their entry (along with address)...

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Wheaton Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting Ceremony 2025

Night of Lights in Adams Park | 5:00 PM Nights of Lights returns to Adams Park for its sixth year! Join us for the park lighting on November 28 at 5 p.m. and enjoy this display through the holiday season. Featuring over 55,000 bulbs lighting the trees and an animated light display at the fountain, a walk through Adams Park will “wow” the whole family. This event is free and open to the public. Thank you to the City of Wheaton for providing this wonderful display throughout the holiday season. More Details > Christmas Parade | 6:00 PM The tradition...

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Cosley Zoo Festival of Lights & Tree Sale

Cosley Zoo 1356 N Gary Ave, Wheaton, Illinois

November 28–December 30 | 9:00 AM–9:00 PM | Cosley Zoo A winter visit to Cosley Zoo has become a favorite family tradition. Cosley Zoo is transformed into a winter wonderland with thousands of twinkling lights, an amazing selection of Christmas trees, wreaths and greenery, hot chocolate and a unique assortment of holiday gifts in the Wild Side Gift Shop. Cosley Zoo has four varieties of trees ranging from 4’ to 11’! Wreaths, greens, and garland are also available for purchase. All proceeds from this event benefit Cosley Zoo. Christmas lights turn on at 3:00 PM Hot Chocolate is available weekdays...

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2025 Christmas Festival: All Ye Faithful | Wheaton College Conservatory of Music

Edman Memorial Chapel 401 E Franklin St., Wheaton, IL

THE WHEATON COLLEGE CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC PRESENTS 2025 Christmas Festival Edman Memorial Chapel | Various Times All Ye Faithful invites audiences on a musical journey through the story of Christmas, framed by two unique renditions of the beloved hymn O Come, All Ye Faithful. Moving from the longing of Advent to the promise of peace and the joy of salvation, the program celebrates themes of hope and love. The Wheaton College choirs, orchestra, and band will fill Edman Chapel with a vibrant mix of carols, musical reflections, chamber music, and spoken word. Audiences are invited to lift their voices in song and...

Jack Frost at The MAC, COD

The Second City: Jack Frost Roasting on an Open Fire

The MAC at College of DuPage 425 Fawell Boulevard, Glen Ellyn, IL

The MAC, Belushi Performance Hall | Saturday, Dec 6 | 5:00 PM & 8:00 PM Skip the same old holiday routines and experience a comedy revue like no other. Join us as we roast everything from classic holiday movies to festive family gatherings in this fast-paced, interactive show. Expect seasonal songs, sharp sketches, and a healthy dose of improv, all wrapped up in a hilariously irreverent package. It’s rated R, so leave the kids at home. This show contains adult content. The MAC Giving Tree is accepting Food Donations for COD Fuel Pantry and People’s Resource Center. Please consider bringing...

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Salt Creek Ballet: The Nutcracker at The MAC

The MAC at College of DuPage 425 Fawell Boulevard, Glen Ellyn, IL

Friday, Dec. 19, 7:00 PM | Saturday, Dec. 20, 1:00 & 5:00 PM | Sunday, Dec. 21, 1:00 & 5:00 PM Belushi Performance Hall | $47 Adult | $37 Youth Buy Tickets More Information Tickets are going fast! The MAC welcomes back Salt Creek Ballet with a roster of guest artists to perform a holiday tradition: Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker. This magical full-scale production features live accompaniment from New Philharmonic—a rare opportunity to see this magnificent ballet set with a live orchestra, amazing magical effects, and scenery. A lavish sell-out year after year, get your tickets early! The MAC Giving Tree...

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A Charlie Brown Christmas in Concert | The Chris White Jazz Trio

Wheaton Drama Theater 111 N Hale St, Wheaton, Illinois

Wheaton Drama Theater | 8:00–10:00 PM "That's what Christmas is all about, Charlie Brown!" Celebrate the season with A Charlie Brown Christmas in concert with the acclaimed Chris White Trio. Bring the whole family or enjoy a date night featuring festive Christmas tunes and cozy nostalgia in the heart of Downtown Wheaton! Explore the multitude of restaurants in Downtown Wheaton, and make your pre-show dining reservation now: VisitDowntownWheaton.org/businessdirectory. Seating is general admission. Please arrive early if you have seating requests or requirements. Doors will open at 7:30 PM. Everyone, regardless of age, requires a ticket. More Details > Buy Tickets...

New Year's Eve Concert

New Year’s Eve Concert at the MAC

The MAC at College of DuPage 425 Fawell Boulevard, Glen Ellyn, IL

NEW PHILHARMONIC New Year's Eve Concert Wednesday, Dec. 31 | 1:30 PM, 5:00 PM & 8:30 PM Belushi Performance Hall $68 Senior* | $70 Adult* | $80 Gold Circle* A SALUTE TO VIENNA’S NEW YEAR’S EVE 1:30 PM: Limited Availability 5:00 PM: Limited Availability 8:30 PM: Best Availability Alisa Jordheim, Soprano Ring in 2026 with Maestro Muspratt as he conducts a fun and exciting New Year’s Eve pops concert featuring a variety of light classics, Strauss waltzes, arias, guest singer, champagne and surprises! A joyous night of reflecting back while looking ahead together through music. *For All-in price, add $3/ticket....