Family-friendly
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Cosley Zoo Run for the Animals RESULTS
Memorial Park 225 Karlskoga Avenue, Wheaton, IL, United StatesThis 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.
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6/10: Summer Kickoff Celebration
Lincoln Marsh Harrison Ave & Pierce Ave, Wheaton, ILCelebrate the start of summer at Lincoln Marsh! Enjoy activities, crafts, and open play. Registration encouraged.
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6/20: Fish-O-Rama
Northside Park 1300 N West St, Wheaton, IL, United StatesOffered 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.
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6/20: Summer Saturday: Pirate Treasure Hunt
Sensory Garden Playground 2751 International Dr., Lisle, IL, United StatesCome by the Sensory Garden Playground for all-inclusive play! Ahoy maties! Gather your crew and get ready to embark on an adventure at the Sensory Garden Playground! Join us at the playground and search for the hidden treasure!
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6/29-7/4: Field of Honor®
Seven Gables Park 1750 S Naperville Rd, Wheaton, IllinoisIn celebration of the 250th Anniversary of the United States, the Wheaton Field of Honor proudly returns for its 5th year, offering a powerful and inspiring patriotic experience for the entire community. As our nation marks this historic milestone, this meaningful tradition provides a special opportunity to reflect on the courage, sacrifice, and service that have shaped America for two and a half centuries.
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7/3-7/4: Independence Day Celebration
Various LocationsJoin 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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7/10: Plug into Nature
Lincoln Marsh Harrison Ave & Pierce Ave, Wheaton, ILLincoln Marsh joins the Illinois Park and Recreation Association community awareness campaign to “Unplug Illinois”. Ditch your electronic devices and join us to plug into nature at the Prairie Patch Play Area. Enjoy activities, crafts, and open play!
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7/10: Kids Golf for Free
Clocktower Mini Golf Skate Park S Naperville Rd & E Liberty Dr, Wheaton, IL, United StatesUnplug from the electronic device with some mini golf! We are celebrating Unplug Illinois, an initiative by the Illinois Park and Recreation Association that encourages plugging into play, creativity, friendship, adventure and family.
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7/11: Stars & Pars Putt Putt Tournament
Clocktower Mini Golf Skate Park S Naperville Rd & E Liberty Dr, Wheaton, IL, United StatesGet ready to tee off for the Red, White, and Blue! Join us for our Youth Stars & Pars Mini-Golf Tournament, where the fairways are festive and the competition is friendly.
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7/18: Summer Saturday: Beach Bash
Sensory Garden Playground 2751 International Dr., Lisle, IL, United StatesCome by the Sensory Garden Playground for all-inclusive play! A summer splash, without the ocean! Join us at the Sensory Garden Playground for a Beach Bash featuring various departments across the Wheaton Park District.
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8/6: Stars & Stripes Family Fun Night
Rathje Park 616 Delles Rd, Wheaton, IL, United StatesLet’s celebrate 250 years of our amazing country! Join us for a patriotic picnic in the park! We will have popsicles, crafts, games and more!
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8/15: Summer Saturday: Storybook Adventure
Sensory Garden Playground 2751 International Dr., Lisle, IL, United StatesCome by the Sensory Garden Playground for all-inclusive play! Once upon a time at a playground in Lisle, Illinois, there was a grand festival to tell the stories of the land. Join us at our final Summer Saturday of 2026, where, in collaboration with local libraries, we will be hosting story time at the playground!
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8/27-8/29: 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, ILAutumn Equinox Celebration Tuesday, September 22 | 10-11:30A | Lincoln Marsh – Prairie Patch Play Area (1000 W. Lincoln Ave, Wheaton) Event Details: Celebrate the start of fall at Lincoln Marsh! Families are invited to spend time together at the Prairie Patch Play Area where children can [...]
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9/26: Planting Roots, Growing the Next 250 Years
Lincoln Marsh Harrison Ave & Pierce Ave, Wheaton, ILJoin us for an all-ages celebration of America’s 250th Anniversary on National Public Lands Day. Roll up your sleeves to plant, explore, and learn together as we care for our shared public lands.
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12/5: Lions Charities Reindeer Run
Downtown Wheaton , United StatesThis 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!
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6/3-6/6: Cream of Wheaton
Downtown Wheaton , United StatesKick 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!
