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SUMMARY:Wheaton French Market 2026
DESCRIPTION:Hours/Days: April 11–October 31\, 2026\nSaturdays\, 8:00 am–2:00 pm \nExtended-season Hours/Days: November 1–28\, 2026\nSaturdays\, 8:00 am–1:00 pm \nSpring is here\, and the French Market has returned to Wheaton on Saturdays! It opened for the 2026 season on Saturday\, April 11th at the Downtown Pavilion (corner of Main & Liberty Streets). Shop al fresco with friends and neighbors at the friendly Wheaton French Market. \nExplore an astonishing array of produce\, delicious baked goods\, local honey\, stunning fresh flowers\, handcrafted goods\, jewelry\, alluring candles\, artisan foods\, foot-tapping music\, unique gifts\, and more!
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LOCATION:Downtown Pavilion\, Main & Liberty St.\, Wheaton\, 60187\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Food/Dining,Gardening,Live Music,News,Outdoor Fests,Shopping
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SUMMARY:Innovator Hale Street Tents
DESCRIPTION:Innovator Hale Street Tents Are Back!\nHale Street | Downtown Wheaton | May–October\nThe Innovator Hale Street Tents return for another spectacular summer of outdoor dining\, live music\, and fun! This months-long event has become a community favorite\, attracting thousands of diners each year. With live music throughout the summer\, the Innovator Hale Street Tents are a Downtown Wheaton destination you won’t want to miss! \nJoin us for Hale Street Tents: May 1–October 4\, 2026 \nMore Details >
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LOCATION:Hale Street\, Downtown Wheaton\, 198-114 N Hale St.\, Wheaton\, IL\, 60187\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food/Dining,Live Music,Outdoor Fests
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SUMMARY:Go Fly a Kite
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, May 2 | 10:00 AM–1:00 PM | Graf Park | FREE\n\n\nWhether 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. \nEnjoy a food truck\, activities\, kite sales and demonstrations. Bring your own kite or purchase one on site. \nRead More >
URL:https://wheatonmayorphilsuess.com/event/go-fly-a-kite-3/
LOCATION:Graf Park\, 1855 Manchester Rd\, Wheaton\, IL\, 60187\, United States
CATEGORIES:Active & Outdoors,Food/Dining,Nature & Wildlife,Outdoor Fests
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SUMMARY:From Wharf to Glass
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, May 7 | 6:30 PM | North Scallop Garden | $75 / person\n\n\nSips Around the States at Cantigny\nTravel 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. \nFrom Wharf to Glass\nSpend 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\, historic cities\, and rural landscapes\, this immersive experience celebrates the craftsmanship and traditions that define the region’s drinking culture. \nRead More >
URL:https://wheatonmayorphilsuess.com/event/from-wharf-to-glass/
LOCATION:Cantigny Park\, 1s151 Winfield Rd.\, Wheaton\, IL\, 60189\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Fests
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SUMMARY:DuPage Community Jazz Ensemble
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, May 7 | 7:30 PM | Belushi Performance Hall | $9.00 / person*\nDirector: Matt Shevitz \nGuest Artist: Ingrid Jensen\, trumpet \n\n\n \nThe 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). \nThe 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 Aldana\, Wycliffe Gordon\, Ignacio Berroa\, Carl Allen\, Dee Alexander\, Fareed Haque\, Jens Lindemann\, Victor Garcia\, and Mark Colby\, is a frequent presence at the Elmhurst University Jazz Festival\, has performed at the Jazz Showcase in Chicago\, and in 2004 was recognized by the United States House of Representatives for its work on behalf of the Armed Forces Children’s Education Fund. Its repertoire spans more than a century of large jazz ensemble compositions\, including original work from members of the ensemble. \nRead More >\nBuy Tickets >\nAbout the Director: Matt Shevitz is an in-demand musician in the jazz\, blues\, and popular music scenes of Chicago area. He has performed alongside such internationally renowned jazz musicians as Dick Hyman\, Ignacio Berroa\, Howard Levy\, Frank Capp\, and Frank Wess along with blues/roots rock guitarist Eric Lindell and Ropeadope Records artists Spare Parts. Shevitz has performed at Jazz in the Park Festival (Milwaukee)\, Waterfront Blues Festival (Portland)\, Chicago Blues Festival\, Lollapalooza and House of Blues in Chicago.  Matt is a contributor to DownBeat Magazine since 2009 with articles analyzing transcriptions of great jazz solos as well as jazz theory and effective practice habits. Matt is a professor and the Director of Jazz Ensembles at the College of DuPage in Glen Ellyn\, IL. He received a Doctor of Musical Arts in Jazz Performance degree from the Univ. of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign\, Master of Music in Jazz Pedagogy from Northwestern Univ. and a Bachelor of Science in Music from the Univ. of Oregon. \n\nRead More >\nBuy Tickets >\n*plus fees
URL:https://wheatonmayorphilsuess.com/event/dupage-community-jazz-ensemble/
LOCATION:The MAC at College of DuPage\, 425 Fawell Boulevard\, Glen Ellyn\, IL\, 60137\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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SUMMARY:Mother Nature's Day
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Conservation\, Comminity & the Wonders of the Earth\nSaturday\, May 9 | 10:00 AM–2:00 PM \nJoin 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. \nAt this event\, you may: \n\nexplore a variety of conservation stations\,\nmeet local organizations\,\nenjoy plant sales\,\nand discover new features like the pollinator garden and kaleidoscope.\n\nWith 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 share. Come spend the day learning\, exploring\, and supporting conservation in action—fun for all ages! \nNo registration required | Regular admission rates apply \nRead More >
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LOCATION:Cosley Zoo\, 1356 N Gary Ave\, Wheaton\, Illinois\, 60187
CATEGORIES:Active & Outdoors,Art,Gardening,Nature & Wildlife,Outdoor Fests,Shopping
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SUMMARY:Native Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:Shop for your Native Plants at the DuPage County Fairgrounds!\nFriday\, May 15 | 10:00 AM–7:00 PM\nSaturday\, May 16 | 9:00 AM–2:00 PM\nShop 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. \nRead More >\nMore details:\nAdmission 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.) \n\nInventory depends on suppliers and is not guaranteed. Supply is not restocked daily.\nSale is rain or shine\, and there’s no early entry.\nCash\, credit\, and checks are accepted.\nBring your own boxes or wagons for easy shopping.\nAll proceeds support educational programming at the Forest Preserve District.
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LOCATION:DuPage County Fairgrounds\, 2015 Manchester Road\, Wheaton\, 60187\, United States
CATEGORIES:Active & Outdoors,Gardening
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