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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260629
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SUMMARY:6/29-7/4: Field of Honor®
DESCRIPTION:July 3:\nFireworks & Drone Show at Graf Park\n\nJuly 4:\nParade in Downtown Wheaton Field of Honor®June 29-July 4  | Seven Gables Park (1750 S Naperville Rd)Event Details:Come see 2\,000 American flags on display! \nIn 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. \nDuring this special five-day display\, 2\,000 American flags stand in perfectly aligned rows\, creating a breathtaking tribute to soldiers\, veterans\, first responders\, and personal heroes. Each flag is dedicated to an individual and represents stories of courage\, sacrifice\, and service. Community members and volunteers work together to create and maintain the display with the utmost care and respect. \nVisitors are encouraged to stroll through the Field of Honor and experience the moving atmosphere of unity and gratitude. Nightly patriotic elements- including vocalists\, bagpipers\, drummers\, Honor Guards\, flyovers\, and the playing of Taps- add to the meaningful experience and provide moments of reflection for all ages. \nJoin us at Seven Gables Park as we celebrate 250 years of American freedom and honor those who continue to serve and protect our nation. \nIf you would like to dedicate an American Flag at the Wheaton Field of Honor\, please visit healingfield.org/event/wheaton-il \nPurchase a FlagEvent Schedule:JUNE 30\n──────────────────────────────────────── \nPre-Show \n\n6:30P Bagpipers – Tunes of Glory\n\nOpening Ceremonies \n\n7:00P Welcome\nHonor Guard — Wheaton Police Department\nPledge of Allegiance — Led by Mayor Suess\nThe Star-Spangled Banner — Jim Cornelison\n~7:10P Flyover\n\nProgram \n\n7:15P Wheaton 250 Logo Recognition – Asher Boriss\, Greenhouse Christian School\nReading of the Declaration of Independence — Marty Keller\, Wheaton Exchange Club\nMy Country\, ‘Tis of Thee — Mattie Halpin\nThis Land Is Your Land — Mattie Halpin\nBill Krug Recognition – Rudy Keller\, Director of Field of Honor\nAmerica the Beautiful — Ella Byrnes\nStaff Sergeant Robert Miller Recognition — Amy Grant\, Illinois House of Representatives and Seth Lewis\, Illinois Senator\nRagged Old Flag — John Wiedeman\, Chicago Blackhawks\nIntroduction of Sergeant Allen Lynch — Rudy Keller\, Director of Field of Honor\nMedal of Honor Citation — Steve Hamilton\nKeynote Address — Sgt. Allen Lynch\, Medal of Honor Recipient\n\nClosing \n\nGod Bless America — Ella Byrnes\nTaps — Bob Binder\nAmazing Grace — Tunes of Glory\n\nJULY 1\n────────────────────────────────────────\nPre-Show \n\n6:30P Bagpipers – Tunes of Glory\n\nOpening Ceremonies \n\n7:00P Welcome\nHonor Guard\nPledge of Allegiance — Boy Scout Troop 303\nThe Star-Spangled Banner — Nina & Ella Schroeder\nFlyover — Weather permitting\n\nProgram \n\n7:15P Remembrance – Captain Tom Aiello\nMy Country ‘Tis of Thee – Diana Kwak\nBattle Hymn of the Republic — Chorus of DuPage\nGod Bless the USA — Chorus of DuPage\nGod Bless America — Kira Savegnago\nArmed Forces Medley – Chorus of DuPage\nAmerica the Beautiful — Kira Savegnago\n\nClosing \n\nTaps — Sam Litt\nAmazing Grace — Tunes of Glory\n\nJULY 2\n──────────────────────────────────────── \nPre-Show \n\n6:30P Bagpipers – Tunes of Glory\n\nOpening Ceremonies \n\n7:00P Welcome\nHonor Guard\nPledge of Allegiance — Wheaton United Players\nThe Star-Spangled Banner — Amy Bishop\nFlyover — Weather permitting\n\nProgram \n\n7:15P My Hometown (acoustic) – Wheaton Dad Band\nAmerican Girl (acoustic) – Wheaton Dad Band\nPink House (acoustic) – Wheaton Dad’s Band\nGod Bless the USA — Amy Bishop\nAmerica the Beautiful — Amy Bishop\n\nClosing \n\nTaps — Sam Litt\nAmazing Grace — Tunes of Glory\n\nJULY 3\n──────────────────────────────────────── \nPre-Show \n\n6:30P Bagpipers – Tunes of Glory\n\nOpening Ceremonies \n\n7:00P Welcome\nHonor Guard\nPledge of Allegiance — Annie Ittersagen\nThe Star-Spangled Banner — Annie Ittersagen\nFlyover — Weather permitting\n\nProgram \n\n7:15P Battle Hymn of the Republic — Terry Shapiro\nThis Land Is Your Land — Terry Shapiro\nGod Bless the USA — Maura Sheppard\nGod Bless America — Annie Ittersagen\n\nClosing \n\nTaps — Sam Litt\nAmazing Grace — Tunes of Glory\n\nFollow:Follow this event on Facebook for up-to-date daily events and patriotic performances. \nVolunteer:To volunteer for this patriotic event\, please email rudy_keller@comcast.net. \nGallery:Photos by Marian Kraus Photography. All Rights Reserved.
URL:https://wheatonparkdistrict.com/events/field-of-honor/
LOCATION:Seven Gables Park\, 1750 S Naperville Rd\, Wheaton\, Illinois\, 60189
CATEGORIES:celebrating250,Charitable Event,Family-friendly,Featured,Fourth of July,Free
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260703
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260705
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SUMMARY:7/3-7/4: Independence Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Independence Day CelebrationCelebrate all week long!Wheaton will commemorate America’s 250th anniversary by honoring our rich history\, celebrating the individuals in our community who have helped shape it\, and looking ahead to the generations that will carry it forward. \n JULY 3 | Fireworks\, Drone Show & Festivities Graf Park | 5:30P \nFireworks and Drone Show will begin around 9P; until then family fun and festivities \n JULY 4 | Parade | Parade Route (PDF) Downtown Wheaton | 10A \nCelebrate alongside neighbors\, family and friends\, or design a float to honor the essence of the Fourth of July. \nAny delays or cancellations due to inclement weather will be posted here\, the Wheaton Park District Facebook page\, and RainoutLine. \n JULY 3 | Fireworks\, Drone Show & Festivities | Graf Park | 5:30P Gather your crew\, show your pride\, and come enjoy a family-friendly evening full of laughter\, lights\, and local flavor! Join us for kids games\, music\, giveaways\, and more. \nFood Vendors:Interested in becoming a food vendor? Contact events@wheatonparks.org for more information. \nPark Policies:The use of sparklers\, smoke bombs or any other type of fireworks is prohibited. Individuals will be held responsible for any damage caused. \nNO PETS allowed in the park. Service animals are permitted. \nOutside alcoholic beverages are prohibited. \nNo firearms are permitted to be taken into Wheaton Park District buildings or onto Wheaton Park District grounds. The Wheaton Park District is a government agency and pursuant to Illinois’ Concealed Carry Law restrictions. \nNo weapons (including pocket knives) of any kind are allowed on the property. \nAll tobacco products including cigarettes\, cigars and vaping are not allowed. Smoking of any kind is prohibited in Graf Park\, including marijuana. \n JULY 4 | Parade | Downtown Wheaton | 10AJoin Wheaton’s 2026 Independence Day Parade!As part of our celebration for America 250\, we are happy to extend NEW lower rates for community & neighborhood groups. \nNeighborhood Groups: $25\nCommunity Group: $50\nBusiness: $175\nPolitical Candidate: $175 \nAward Categories: \nCarlson’s Best of Show | Overall best entry/float\nBest Musical | Best entry performing music\nBart Loiacono Most Creative | A creative idea brought to fruition\nMayor’s Best Use of Theme – America 250 | Demonstrates best use of current parade theme\nMost Patriotic | Symbolizes America and the Fourth of July\nNeighborhood Star Award | Best neighborhood entry \nAward winners will receive a Wheaton Park District gift card and free entry in the 2027 Parade! \nNote: Honorariums are not eligible for awards. \nRegister NowJuly 4 Parade Route (PDF) \n2026 Parade Marshal: Trevor Orsinger\nTrevor Orsinger is the founder of Orsinger Law Group\, P.C.\, a Wheaton-based law firm. A native of Wheaton and long-time resident\, Trevor spent a significant portion of his career dedicated to military service and national defense. After beginning his legal career with the Cook County Public Defender’s Office in 2003\, Trevor joined the United States Air Force JAG Corps in 2006\, where he prosecuted complex federal matters and deployed to Baghdad\, Iraq in support of efforts to rebuild the Iraqi judicial and law enforcement systems. He continues to serve as a Colonel and Chief Legal Advisor to the Wisconsin Air National Guard\, advising senior military leadership on operational\, fiscal\, personnel\, and regulatory matters. Trevor has also served in legal and leadership roles with the U.S. Department of Defense\, CME Group\, and Fermi National Laboratory. With over twenty years of service to this country\, Trevor has deployed all over the world in support of legal operations and military partnerships\, while continuing his commitment to public service\, leadership\, and the rule of law. \n More Information Contact Us:Please email events@wheatonparks.org for more information or questions about the July 3 & 4 festivities.
URL:https://wheatonparkdistrict.com/events/july4/
LOCATION:Various Locations
CATEGORIES:celebrating250,Downtown Wheaton,Family-friendly,Featured,Fourth of July,Holiday
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