Family-friendly
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7/16: Chicago Philharmonic Ensemble
Memorial Park 225 Karlskoga Avenue, Wheaton, IL, United StatesSUMMER ENTERTAINMENT SERIES
6-9P | Chicago Philharmonic Ensemble | Symphonic Music
The Chicago Philharmonic has been called one of the country’s finest symphonic orchestras, and its unique chamber music ensembles...Free -
7/28: Movie Night Out With Wheaton Cops: “Zootopia”
Seven Gables Park 1750 S Naperville Rd, Wheaton, IllinoisThe Wheaton Park District and Wheaton Police Department are pleased to present Disney’s Zootopia under the stars on Thursday, July 28 at Seven Gables Park. The movie begins at dusk and is free to the public.
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7/29: Billy Elton & Radio Gaga
Memorial Park 225 Karlskoga Avenue, Wheaton, IL, United StatesSUMMER ENTERTAINMENT SERIES
6-7:15P | Billy Elton | Billy Joel and Elton John Tribute
8-9:30P | Radio Gaga | A Tribute to Queen and Lady Gaga$10 -
7/30: UltraBeat & Sixteen Candles
Memorial Park 225 Karlskoga Avenue, Wheaton, IL, United StatesSUMMER ENTERTAINMENT SERIES
6-7:15P | UltraBeat | Electrifying Dance Music
8-9:30P | Sixteen Candles | The Nation's Premier '80s Pop Experience$10 -
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8/8: Jenny V James and The Flames
Memorial Park 225 Karlskoga Avenue, Wheaton, IL, United StatesFREE CONCERT! Jenny V James and The Flames are an exciting family-friendly musical production featuring established Chicagoland performers. They are a part of the Chicago Live Music and Chicago Rockabilly scene. Jenny is a resident of Wheaton and works as a vocal instructor at the School of Rock Glen Ellyn...
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8/12: ARRA & One of These Nights
Memorial Park 225 Karlskoga Avenue, Wheaton, IL, United StatesSUMMER ENTERTAINMENT SERIES
6-7:15P | ARRA | Classic Rock
8-9:30P | One of These Nights | A Tribute to the Eagles$10 -
8/13: The Chicago Experience & The PettyBreakers
Memorial Park 225 Karlskoga Avenue, Wheaton, IL, United StatesSUMMER ENTERTAINMENT SERIES
6-7:15P | The Chicago Experience | Chicago Tribute
8-9:30P | The PettyBreakers | Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers Tribute$10 -
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9/9: The Ron Burgundys and Rod Tuffcurls & The Bench Press
Memorial Park 225 Karlskoga Avenue, Wheaton, IL, United StatesSUMMER ENTERTAINMENT SERIES
6-7:15P | The Ron Burgundys | Yacht Rock, 1960s-1980s
8-9:30P | Rod Tuffcurls & The Bench Press | Party Band$10 -
9/10: The Special Consensus & Bella Cain
Memorial Park 225 Karlskoga Avenue, Wheaton, IL, United StatesSUMMER ENTERTAINMENT SERIES
6-7:15P | The Special Consensus | Bluegrass
8-9:30P | Bella Cain | Top 40 Country
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9/17: DuPage Symphony Orchestra
Memorial Park 225 Karlskoga Avenue, Wheaton, IL, United StatesFREE CONCERT! The DuPage Symphony Orchestra’s mission is to provide inspiration and cultural enrichment through musical excellence, educational programs, and community outreach. Founded in 1954 with forty-five volunteer musicians, the DSO has grown to more than 100 highly talented volunteer musicians under the dynamic leadership of Maestra Barbara Schubert...
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11/11-11/13: Children’s Playhouse- Mary Poppins jr.
Franklin Middle School 211 N. Main St., Wheaton, IL, United StatesA musical based on the stories of P. L. Travers and the Walt Disney Film.
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11/29-12/3: Christmas Tree Lane – SOLD OUT
Cosley Zoo 1356 North Gary Ave, Wheaton, IL, United StatesHelp decorate Cosley Zoo for the holidays!
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12/9: Santa Express – SOLD OUT
Downtown Wheaton Metra Station 402 W. Front St., Wheaton, United StatesCelebrate the holiday season with a train ride with Santa that includes a story, holiday music and treats.
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12/10: Santa Express – SOLD OUT
Downtown Wheaton Metra Station 402 W. Front St., Wheaton, United StatesCelebrate the holiday season with a train ride with Santa that includes a story, holiday music and treats.
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12/11: Santa Express – SOLD OUT
Downtown Wheaton Metra Station 402 W. Front St., Wheaton, United StatesCelebrate the holiday season with a train ride with Santa that includes a story, holiday music and treats.
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2/24: Daddy Daughter Princess Ball – SOLD OUT
Ray Morrill Community Center 1777 S Blanchard St, Wheaton, IL, United StatesDads and daughters make special memories at the ball! Enjoy great dancing and a delicious sundae bar!
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3/10-3/12: Matilda Jr. Performances
Ray Morrill Community Center - Memorial Room 1777 S Blanchard St, Wheaton, IL, United StatesMatilda Jr. March 10-12 | Times Vary | Community Center, Memorial Room Auditorium Presented by Wheaton Park District Children's Playhouse Performance Dates: Friday, March 10 | 7P Saturday, March 11 | 10A and 2P Sunday, March 12 | 2P Doors open 30 minutes before the showing. [...]
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6/24 & 6/25: Into the Woods Jr. Performances
Ray Morrill Community Center - Memorial Room 1777 S Blanchard St, Wheaton, IL, United StatesWheaton Park District Summer Spotlight Presents Into the Woods Jr. June 24 & 25 | 2P | Community Center Memorial Room Tickets
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7/20: Movie Night With the Cops
Seven Gables Park 1750 S Naperville Rd, Wheaton, IllinoisMovie Night With the Cops: Toy Story Thursday, July 20 | Dusk | Seven Gables Park* | Free A SUMMER TREAT FOR THE FAMILY: MOVIE NIGHT OUT WITH THE WHEATON COPS The Wheaton Park District and Wheaton Police Department are pleased to present Disney’s Toy Story under [...]
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7/24: the StingRays
Memorial Park Bandshell 225 Karlskoga Avenue, Wheaton, IllinoisThe StingRays music, fun with audiences, look & moves, make them festival favorites throughout the Midwest — filling dance floors (and lawns) the entire night. Children to seniors always dance, engage in trivia, spin to watch the musicians run through the audience, or join the band in a Conga or Twist contest!
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9/30: October Fest
Central Athletic Complex 500 S. Naperville Rd., Wheaton, United StatesEnjoy a family-friendly evening in downtown Wheaton, complete with live entertainment, food, beer garden and children’s area.
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10/28: Arrowhead & The Chocolate Factory
Arrowhead Golf Club 26W151 Butterfield Rd, Wheaton, IL, United StatesJoin us for lunch or an early dinner and take a trip to the Chocolate Factory!
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3/14-3/17: Newsies Jr. – SOLD OUT
Ray Morrill Community Center - Memorial Room 1777 S Blanchard St, Wheaton, IL, United StatesWheaton Park District Children’s Playhouse Production of Disney Newsies Jr. - SOLD OUT March 14 | 6:30P March 15 | 6:30P March 16 | 2P March 17 | 2P Performances will be held at the Community Center in the Memorial Room. Tickets [...]
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4/21: Beyond Glee Presents: Springing Back to Singing
Ray Morrill Community Center - Memorial Room 1777 S Blanchard St, Wheaton, IL, United StatesBeyond Glee Presents: Springing Back to Spring Sunday, April 21 | 3P | Community Center Memorial Rm Tickets Pre-sale: $8 At the Door: $10 Tickets are the same for all ages. Purchase Tickets Online Tickets can also be purchased in-person at the Community [...]
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6/1: Silvertones Chorus Presents: The Great American Songbook
Ray Morrill Community Center - Memorial Room 1777 S Blanchard St, Wheaton, IL, United StatesPhoto by Lucas Wessel Silvertones Chorus Presents: The Great American Songbook Saturday, June 1 | 2P | Community Center Memorial Room Tickets Pre-sale: $8 At the Door: $10 Tickets are the same for all ages. Purchase Tickets Online Tickets can also be purchased in-person [...]
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11/14-11/17: Children’s Playhouse Presents Disney’s Moana Jr.
This thrilling and heartwarming coming-of-age story follows the strong-willed Moana as she sets sail across the Pacific to save her village and discover the truth about her heritage. This is a perfect show for children and families.
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1/10: Parks Plus Fitness Open House
Parks Plus Fitness 1777 S Blanchard St, Wheaton, ILJoin us as we celebrate our ONE YEAR Anniversary at our Open House!
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1/21: Wide Horizons Open House
Various LocationsYou're Invited to Our Preschool Open House! Come discover what makes Wide Horizons so special!
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4/16: Spring Fling at Rathje Park
Rathje Park 616 Delles Rd, Wheaton, IL, United StatesA free spring event for the family! Come join us at Rathje Park House and playground for an evening of fun. There will be spring crafts, a scavenger hunt, prizes and more. Grab your friends and neighbors and join us in the park!
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4/26: Silvertones Present “Out of Left Field”
Ray Morrill Community Center - Memorial Room 1777 S Blanchard St, Wheaton, IL, United StatesSpend an afternoon with the Silvertones as they combine surprise, humor and America’s pastime into their Spring Concert.
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4/27: Beyond Glee Presents “Sing Your Way Back Home”
Ray Morrill Community Center - Memorial Room 1777 S Blanchard St, Wheaton, IL, United StatesJoin Beyond Glee for an uplifiting afternoon of music filled with songs that celebrate the joy of home, belonging and togetherness.
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5/17: Play Day
Sensory Garden Playground 2751 International Dr., Lisle, IL, United StatesJoin us at the Sensory Garden Playground for an all-inclusive day of play! Our derby themed play day will feature fun activities, giveaways, and more.
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6/21: Play Day
Sensory Garden Playground 2751 International Dr., Lisle, IL, United StatesJoin us at the Sensory Garden Playground for an all-inclusive day of play! Our music themed play day will feature fun activities, giveaways, and more.
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7/9: Plug into Nature
Lincoln Marsh Harrison Ave & Pierce Ave, Wheaton, ILDitch your electronic devices and join us to plug into nature as the Prairie Patch Play Area. Enjoy activities, crafts, and open play!
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7/19: Sensory Garden Playground – Free Play Day
Sensory Garden Playground 2751 International Dr., Lisle, IL, United StatesJoin us at the Sensory Garden Playground for an all-inclusive day of play! Our carnival themed play day will feature fun activities, giveaways, and more.
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8/16: Play Day
Sensory Garden Playground 2751 International Dr., Lisle, IL, United StatesJoin us at the Sensory Garden Playground for an all-inclusive day of play! Our hero themed play day will feature fun activities, giveaways, and more. Dress as your favorite superhero or real-life hero!
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8/28-8/30: Shakespeare in the Park
Memorial Park 225 Karlskoga Avenue, Wheaton, IL, United StatesProfessional and student actors from Wheaton College Arena Theater present a new Shakespeare production each year with full sounds, lighting, and costumes.
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9/22: Autumn Equinox Celebration
Lincoln Marsh Harrison Ave & Pierce Ave, Wheaton, ILCelebrate the start of fall with us at Lincoln Marsh!
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Month of October: Pumpkin Fest
Cosley Zoo 1356 North Gary Ave, Wheaton, IL, United StatesEnjoy this month-long Fall fest. Come see the animals ad take in the thousands of pumpkins scattered on the zoo's lawn. Apples, gourds, pumpkins, cider, cornstalks and various sizes of straw bales are available for purchase.
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10/3: Night at the Museum: Magic & Mischief
DuPage County Historical Museum 102 E Wesley St, Wheaton, IL, United StatesExperience a magical evening with costumes, a flashlight scavenger hunt, crafts and a movie screening in the auditorium on the big screen!
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10/10: Halloween Happening
Ray Morrill Community Center 1777 S Blanchard St, Wheaton, IL, United StatesJoin us for a hauntingly good time! Costumes encouraged for this activity-filled Halloween event. Open to all ages!
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10/17: Cosley Zoo Spooktacular
Cosley Zoo 1356 North Gary Ave, Wheaton, IL, United StatesTake 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!
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11/28-12/30: Festival of Lights & Tree Sale
Cosley Zoo 1356 North Gary Ave, Wheaton, IL, United StatesA wintertime visit to Cosley Zoo has become a family tradition for many. Make it one of yours!
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11/29-12/13: Santa’s Craft Corner
Cosley Zoo 1356 North Gary Ave, Wheaton, IL, United StatesSkip the line at the mall and visit Santa at the zoo.
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12/6: Silvertones Chorus Presents: It Feels Like Christmas
Ray Morrill Community Center - Memorial Room 1777 S Blanchard St, Wheaton, IL, United StatesJoin 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.
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12/7: Beyond Glee Presents: Reflections of Christmas
Ray Morrill Community Center - Memorial Room 1777 S Blanchard St, Wheaton, IL, United StatesCelebrate 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.
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2/7: Ice-A-Palooza
Central Athletic Complex 500 S. Naperville Rd., Wheaton, United StatesBreak your winter blues and experience Ice-A-Palooza!
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2/20: Bowties & Tiaras
Arrowhead Golf Club Ballroom 26W151 Butterfield Rd, Wheaton, IL, United StatesJoin us as we dance the night away in the Grand Ballroom at Arrowhead Golf Club! Guests will enjoy great music, dancing, a sundae bar, and more!
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4/18: Superhero 3K Fun Run
Sensory Garden Playground 2751 International Dr., Lisle, IL, United StatesSuperheroes Unite! All participants are invited to wear their favorite superhero attire as they participate in this Fun Run so break out your Wonder Woman costume, Captain America t-shirt, or Iron Man mask!
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4/22: Earth Day Celebration
Lincoln Marsh Harrison Ave & Pierce Ave, Wheaton, ILCelebrate Earth Day 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.
