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December 2020
Rec-To-Go Kits
Grab a kit and create, discover, play at home.Check back often as new projects and activities are released each month. Pick-up one or all. Share with neighbors and friends. A great surprise for your child or grandchildren or even for yourself.
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Parent/Child Central Athletic Complex Rentals
Looking for something to do during the winter months?For only $25 you and your child can rent space for 30-minutes to play your favorite sport!
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April 2021
Native Illinois Plant Sale
The City of Wheaton, Wheaton Environmental Improvement Commission, and the Wheaton Park District encourage residents to plant native plants in future landscape projects. Find out moreMay 2021
Free
Go Fly a Kite 2021
May 1, 2021This year’s kite event will not only kick-off the Wheaton Park District's 100th Anniversary year-long celebration, it will look a little different. The first 100 families to arrive will receive a complimentary kite to fly that day or you are welcome to bring your own kite for flying. The kite flying team will be flying some fun kites for all to enjoy.
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June 2021
Taste of Wheaton 2021
June 3-6, 2021Organized annually by the Wheaton Park District and the Wheaton Chamber of Commerce, the Taste fills several square blocks with carnival rides, the best local food, live entertainment, family-friendly games and crafts, a beer garden, business expo, the Cosley Zoo Run for the Animals 5K/10K and half-mile Zippity Zoo Run, art and craft vendors, and Art in the Park. Find out more
$25 – $35
Cosley Zoo Run for the Animals 5K & 10K
June 5, 2021 | In-Person & Virtual Race OptionDon’t miss this popular community race event that supports Cosley Zoo! Find out more
Field of Honor® 2021
Creating an awe-inspiring panorama, United States flags will fly in a solemn formation at Seven Gables Park June 30th through July 4th, 2021. This stirring display of 2,000 flags will bring the community together in a patriotic tribute to honor our heroes.Find out more
July 2021
Cosley Zoo Uncorked 2021
July 22, 2021Looking for a wild night out? We have just the thing! Enjoy a distinctive wine tasting experience, complete with the animals and atmosphere of Cosley Zoo. Join us for wine sampling, hors d’oeuvres, a raffle, giveaways, and more! Find out more
August 2021
Shakespeare in the Park 2021
Summer 2021 | Date: TBDProfessional and student actors from Wheaton College Arena Theater present a new Shakespeare production each year with full sounds, lighting, and costumes. Find out more
October 2021
Cosley Classic Golf Outing 2021
2021 Date: TBDGet your foursome together for the 38th Annual Mike Williams Cosley Classic Golf Outing at Arrowhead Golf Club. Find out more
Pumpkin Fest 2021
Month of OctoberCome out to Cosley Zoo this fall and enjoy the colors of the season, see the animals, and pick out your pumpkin! Pumpkins, gourds, apples, cider, corn stalks, and straw bales are all available for purchase. Find out more
March 2022
Fun Run in Color 2022
Spring 2022Show up in your brightest white shirts, shorts, and shoes and we shower you along the route with vibrant color made from safe, food-grade, biodegradable cornstarch. By the time you cross the finish line, you’ll be a brilliant color palette of warm and cool hues!
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June 2022
Fish-O-Rama 2022
The Wheaton Park District and the Kiwanis Club of Wheaton look forward to fishing with you in the summer of 2022.Find out more
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