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Building and trees at Cosley Zoo decorated with holiday lights at night at the Festival of Lights and Tree Sale

11/28-12/30: Festival of Lights & Tree Sale

Cosley Zoo 1356 North Gary Ave, Wheaton, IL, United States

A wintertime visit to Cosley Zoo has become a family tradition for many. Make it one of yours!

Children meeting Santa and enjoying arts and crafts with their family

11/29-12/13: Santa’s Craft Corner

Cosley Zoo 1356 North Gary Ave, Wheaton, IL, United States

Skip the line at the mall and visit Santa at the zoo.

$20

Group of friends attending Reindeer Run event

12/6: Lions Charities Reindeer Run

Downtown Wheaton , United States

This winter 5K is sure to put you in the holiday spirit – in fact, we even encourage it! Come out in your best Santa hats or assortment of jingle bells and Run Run Rudolph to the finish line!

Silvertones performing on stage

12/6: Silvertones Chorus Presents: It Feels Like Christmas

Ray Morrill Community Center - Memorial Room 1777 S Blanchard St, Wheaton, IL, United States

Join the Silvertones for a heartwarming holiday concert filled with timeless Christmas classics and festive favorites. Their joyful voices and nostalgic melodies are sure to put you in the sprit of the season.

Christmas ornaments in snowy background

12/7: Beyond Glee Presents: Reflections of Christmas

Ray Morrill Community Center - Memorial Room 1777 S Blanchard St, Wheaton, IL, United States

Celebrate the season with Beyond Glee as they bring a fresh twist to the holidays with contemporary renditions of your favorite festive songs. Expect a show that's merry, bright and full of musical surprises.

6/4-6/7: Cream of Wheaton

Downtown Wheaton , United States

Kick off summer at the Cream of Wheaton! Join us for fun for all ages, including live entertainment, carnival, beer garden, food vendors, Arts & Craft Fair, Business Expo and kids activities!

6/6: Cosley Zoo Run for the Animals

Memorial Park 225 Karlskoga Avenue, Wheaton, IL, United States

This popular community race is hosted by the Cosley Foundation to raise funds for the animals at Cosley Zoo, fund exhibit development projects, public programs and conservation initiatives.

Fish-O-Rama winners from 2024

6/20: Fish-O-Rama

Northside Park 1300 N West St, Wheaton, IL, United States

Offered in cooperation with the Kiwanis Club of Wheaton, this annual event invites kids 15 and under, with an adult, to participate in outdoor family fun at our open fishing contest.

July3 4 Parade

7/3-7/4: Independence Day Celebration

Various Locations

Join us for family fun during this annual celebration featuring fireworks on July 3 and the parade through Downtown Wheaton on July 4.

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