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  • 6/1-8/31: States I’ve Been To: A 250th Birthday Celebration of America

    Mary Lubko Center 208 W. Union Ave., Wheaton, IL, United States

    Celebrate America’s 250th birthday by taking a trip down memory lane—no suitcase required! Stop by the Mary Lubko Center and add a sticker to our large U.S. map for every state you’ve visited or lived in.

  • 6/29-7/4: Field of Honor®

    Seven Gables Park 1750 S Naperville Rd, Wheaton, Illinois

    In 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.

  • 7/1-7/31: Arrowhead Restaurant Specials

    Arrowhead Golf Club 26W151 Butterfield Rd, Wheaton, IL, United States

    Enjoy restaurant specials throughout July when you dine-in at Arrowhead Golf Club!

  • 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.

  • 7/4 & 7/5: 250 Liberty Franks at Cosley Zoo

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

    Enjoy a delicious hot dog from the concession stand at Cosley Zoo for only $2.50 in honor of America's anniversary. Admission fees apply.

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    7/10: Plug into Nature

    Lincoln Marsh Harrison Ave & Pierce Ave, Wheaton, IL

    Lincoln 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 States

    Unplug 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.

    Free

  • 7/11: Stars & Pars Putt Putt Tournament

    Clocktower Mini Golf Skate Park S Naperville Rd & E Liberty Dr, Wheaton, IL, United States

    Get 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.

    $10 – $13
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    7/18: Summer Saturday: Beach Bash

    Sensory Garden Playground 2751 International Dr., Lisle, IL, United States

    Come 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.

  • Golfers ready to putt at Arrowhead Golf Course

    8/3: Mike Williams Cosley Zoo Classic

    Arrowhead Golf Club 26W151 Butterfield Rd, Wheaton, IL, United States

    Enjoy an afternoon of golf at the beautiful Arrowhead Golf Club. Registration includes 18 holes of golf, lunch on the course, and steak dinner.

  • 8/6: Stars & Stripes Family Fun Night

    Rathje Park 616 Delles Rd, Wheaton, IL, United States

    Let’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!

    Free
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    8/15: Summer Saturday: Storybook Adventure

    Sensory Garden Playground 2751 International Dr., Lisle, IL, United States

    Come 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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    9/23: Remembering Route 66 with Leslie Goddard

    DuPage County Historical Museum 102 E Wesley St, Wheaton, IL, United States

    The name evokes images of gas stations, mom-and-pop motels, quirky attractions, and adventure on the open road.

  • 9/26: Planting Roots, Growing the Next 250 Years

    Lincoln Marsh Harrison Ave & Pierce Ave, Wheaton, IL

    Join 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.

  • Group of friends attending Reindeer Run event

    12/5: 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!

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