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Americana Trivia Night-2026

Trivia Night: Americana

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

Test Your American History Saavy! Friday, March 6, 2026 | 7:00–9:00 PM | DuPage County Historical Museum | 21+ 2026 marks a year of historic significance with the 250th Anniversary of America and the 100th Anniversary of Route 66. Join us for team trivia to test your knowledge of American history and pop culture facts. A cash bar* will be available along with snacks. Prizes will be awarded to the top 3 teams! All proceeds benefit the DuPage County Historical Museum Foundation. *This is a 21+ event. Tickets: $200/team of 6 or $40/individual entry Read More > Purchase Tickets >

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Dueling Pianos at Cantigny’s Le Jardin

Cantigny Park 1s151 Winfield Rd., Wheaton, IL

Dueling Pianos Featuring Felix & Fingers Friday, March 13, 2026 | 7:00–8:30 PM (doors at 6:15; buffet opens at 6:30) | Le Jardin, Cantigny Park $75 per person plus tax and service fee; This event is recommended for adults Join us for a fun-filled evening of music, dancing, and delicious food as Felix and Fingers performs your favorite sing-along hits! Savor a buffet including garden salad, Salmon with a Fresh Herb Salsa, Vitner’s Chicken, Sauteed Seasonal Vegetables, Yukon Gold Whipped Potatoes, Farfalle with grape tomatoes, capers, spinach and sun-dried tomato pesto and Flourless Chocolate Cake with Wild Berry Sauce for...

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 >

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,...

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DuPage Community Jazz Ensemble

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

Thursday, May 7 | 7:30 PM | Belushi Performance Hall | $9.00 / person* Director: Matt Shevitz Guest Artist: Ingrid Jensen, trumpet The DuPage Community Jazz Ensemble is excited to present an evening of big band jazz featuring guest artist Ingrid Jensen on trumpet! Performing songs written by such jazz luminaries as Christine Jensen, Eddie Harris, Thelonious Monk, and Michele Fernández, the band will also be joined by this semester’s Artists-in-Residence Natalie Scharf (saxophone), Luke Malewicz (trombone), Janelle Finton (trumpet), and Thaddeus Tukes (vibraphone). The DuPage Community Jazz Ensemble performs programs throughout the academic year as well as numerous off‐campus performances. The ensemble has accompanied guest artists such as Melissa...

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...

Native Plant Sale

Native Plant Sale

DuPage County Fairgrounds 2015 Manchester Road, Wheaton

Shop for your Native Plants at the DuPage County Fairgrounds! Friday, May 15 | 10:00 AM–7:00 PM Saturday, May 16 | 9:00 AM–2:00 PM Shop in person for native flowers, grasses, shrubs, and trees. For a list of plants, visit dupageforest.org/native-plant-sale. All ages. Free admission. No registration. Questions? Call 630-933-7248. Read More > More details: Admission on May 15 and 16 is free and doesn't require a ticket. (There is a special presale event on May 14, but it requires a ticket and is sold-out.) Inventory depends on suppliers and is not guaranteed. Supply is not restocked daily. Sale is...

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States I’ve Been To: A 250th Birthday Celebration of America

Mary Lubko Center 208 W. Union Ave., Wheaton, IL

Celebrate America’s 250th birthday June–August, 2026 | Mary Lubko Center (208 W. Union Ave.) | Weekdays: 8:30AM–3:00PM Celebrate America’s 250th birthday by taking a trip down memory lane—no suitcase required! Come into the Mary Lubko Center and add a sticker to our large map of the United States for every state you’ve either visited or resided in. Share your best travel memories, a hometown story, or just enjoy seeing where people have gone on their adventures. Stop in and let a lifetime of experiences wash over you and celebrate the many places that make up our great country. Read More...

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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....