Friends of the Wheaton Public Library: Book & Media Sale!

Wheaton Public Library 225 N. Cross St., Wheaton, IL

Wheaton Public Library Hosts This Media Sale August 7–10 | All Day | Wheaton Public Library, Meeting Rooms A and C This sale features thousands books for all ages, including all genres of fiction and any nonfiction topic you can think of! Be sure to stop by Room C just down the hall to shop for CDs, LP records, DVDs, Blu-rays, audiobooks, and video games! All proceeds benefit library programs. Learn more about the Friends here! Read More >

Wheaton Municipal Band | Concerts in Memorial Park | Favorites!

Memorial Park 225 Karlskoga Avenue, Wheaton, IL

Free Concert in Memorial Park August 7, 2025 | 7:30 pm | Memorial Park, Wheaton Back by popular demand, The Wheaton Municipal Band takes the stage at Memorial Park in downtown Wheaton for its 96th season. Known as one of the finest bands of its kind in the country, the Wheaton Municipal band, under the direction of Dr. Bruce Moss, wows audiences with its stunning sound and brilliant musicianship. Musicians from all over the Chicagoland area audition for the coveted spots in the band. Each week the musicians rehearse new music on Wednesday, for a performance on Thursday. Every concert...

Cantigny Rewind

Cantigny Park 1s151 Winfield Rd., Wheaton, IL

A Night of 90’s Nostalgia August 9, 2025 | 7:30–11:30 pm | Memorial Park, Wheaton Get ready to dive into the ultimate throwback at Cantigny with a night dedicated to all things '90s—just for the 21+ crowd! Throw on a '90s retro outfit and dance the night away to live music, featuring boy band hits and iconic tracks that defined a decade. Wander through beautiful gardens, strike a pose at themed photo ops, and challenge your friends to classic games that trigger childhood memories. Enjoy creative cocktails and mocktails from the bar while soaking up the vibes with a DJ...

Summer Wine Walk 2025

Downtown Pavilion Main & Liberty St., Wheaton

Swirl, Sip, Stroll, Repeat Throughout Downtown Wheaton! August 21, 2025 | 5:00–8:30 pm | Downtown Wheaton | $35/$50 VIP Event check-in is from 4:00–7:30 pm (General Admission check-in at the South Pavilion at the intersection of Main Street and Liberty Drive. VIP check-in at the DWA Office, 206 N. Main Street). Summer won't last forever, so come out and make a toast to summer, it while it lasts! At the Downtown Wheaton Summer Wine Walk, enjoy 15 one-ounce wine tastes in a souvenir wine glass at participating businesses. Live music sets the tone as you stroll between tasting locations. Select...

Shakespeare in the Park: “The Winter’s Tale”

Memorial Park 225 Karlskoga Avenue, Wheaton, IL

Memorial Park | Free Event Park Opens: 5:30 PM | Puppet Show: 6:45 PM | Performance: 7:00 PM Experience another of the world's greatest playwright's works at Memorial Park Bandshell. "The Winter's Tale" combines elements of tragedy and comedy. The play tells the story of King Leontes' unreasonable jealousy and false accusation of his wife, Hermione. This results in a series of unfortunate events, but perhaps redemption will be achieved in the end. Enjoy the whole tale, and the last few days of summer, in Memorial Park! Shakespeare in the Park is a high-quality annual theater event presented free of...

Always, Adele with Nicki Neal Concert at Memorial Park

Memorial Park 225 Karlskoga Avenue, Wheaton, IL

Saturday, September 6 | 6:00–9:30 PM | Gate opens at: 5:00 PM $10 in advance | $12 at the gate 8:00–9:30 PM | Always, Adele Always, Adele delivers the powerful music and unforgettable personality of Adele that fans love! Adele is an internationally adored artist – but with exclusive Vegas ticket prices and no tour dates in sight, it leaves some fans feeling they'll never get to experience her music live. Enter: Always, Adele. This extraordinary show is more than just a concert – it's a full-blown Adele experience. Our headliner Sarah Stallman will have you singing and laughing along...

Bloody Mary Fest + Mimosas!

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

2025 Bloody Mary Fest—Now with Mimosas! $35 each | $100 4-Pack From spicy to mild, made with varied types of liquor (Bloody Maria, anyone?), this is the ultimate celebration of everyone’s favorite brunch cocktails, featuring live music, shopping, snacks along the way—and now mimosas! Join us in Downtown Wheaton as your favorite shops and restaurants show off their best Bloody Marys and yummiest mimosas. Ticketholders receive ten samples of different variations of Bloody Mary cocktails and mimosas from your favorite shops and restaurants throughout Downtown Wheaton. Come for the Bloodys & bubbles—stay for lunch, shopping, and live music! Additional Details:...

Oktoberfest with Strolling Musicians

Hale Street, Downtown Wheaton 198-114 N Hale St., Wheaton, IL

Kick off Oktoberfest in Downtown Wheaton! September 20 | 1:00–5:00 PM Check out local business specials while enjoying live music performed by the traditional Bavarian band, Die Musikmeisters! The band will play while strolling through downtown. Read More Details >

Autumn Equinox Celebration at Lincoln Marsh

Lincoln Marsh 1000 W. Lincoln Ave, Wheaton

Monday, September 22 | 10:00–11:30 AM | Prairie Patch Play Area | FREE | All Ages Celebrate the start of fall at Lincoln Marsh! 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 requested. Program is held entirely outdoors, please dress appropriately. Questions? Contact the Lincoln Marsh office at lincolnmarsh@wheatonparks.org or at 630-871-2810. More Information > Get Tickets >

Fall Fest at Cantigny Park

Cantigny Park 1s151 Winfield Rd., Wheaton, IL

Celebrate the season with us at Cantigny’s Annual Fall Festival September 27 & 28 | 10:00 AM–6:00 PM | Parade Field This family-friendly weekend features a vibrant Fall Market, live music, guided garden tours, and a variety of food trucks offering tasty bites. Kids can enjoy hands-on crafts, bounce houses, and a delightful petting zoo, creating memories for all ages. Activities to Enjoy at Fall Fest: Garden Tours (Meet your guide in the Visitors Center): Wander through stunning autumn gardens and enjoy picture-perfect moments. 10:30, 11:30, 2:15, and 3:15 Petting Zoo: Meet friendly farm animals. ($) Paint-a-Pumpkin: Create a festive...