Events
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Through 11/2: Snapshots of DuPage: Honoring 250 Years of America Photo Contest
DuPage CountyAs America marks its 250th anniversary in 2026, DuPage County invites residents to capture the people, places, and moments that define life here today.
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Starting 7/15: New Museum Exhibit
DuPage County Historical Museum 102 E Wesley St, Wheaton, IL, United StatesDefining US: The 250th Anniversary of the United States explores the significant events, moments, and milestones that have shaped the United States over the course of its 250 years as a country.
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8/15: The Mother Road & Iconic DuPage Firsts Exhibit
DuPage County Historical Museum 102 E Wesley St, Wheaton, IL, United StatesTake a ride down memory lane on Route 66.
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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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10/2: Night at the Museum – “Cars”
DuPage County Historical Museum 102 E Wesley St, Wheaton, IL, United StatesJoin us at the DuPage County Historical Museum for Night at the Museum, our annual Halloween Party! Come dressed in your Halloween costume and enjoy a night featuring the movie “Cars”, a flashlight scavenger hunt, and more! Joining in on the fun is the DuPage Society of Model Engineers, they will be on site to do a train demonstration.
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10/9: 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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10/15: Boo Bash
Cosley Zoo 1356 North Gary Ave, Wheaton, IL, United StatesBoo Bash October 15 | 5:15-6:45P | Cosley Zoo (1356 N Gary Ave.) Event Details: Join Cosley Zoo at Boo Bash, a new Halloween event created with neurodiverse children and their families in mind. Explore the zoo at your own pace in a safe, low-sensory way [...]
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10/16: Spooktacular Halloween Stroll
Cosley Zoo 1356 North Gary Ave, Wheaton, IL, United StatesSpooktacular Halloween Stroll October 16 | 5:15-8:30P | Cosley Zoo (1356 N Gary Ave.) Event Details: Take 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 [...]
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10/17: Memorial Park After Dark
Memorial Park 225 Karlskoga Avenue, Wheaton, IL, United StatesMemorial Park After Dark transforms Memorial Park into a lantern-lit evening experience featuring live entertainment, interactive activities, food vendors, and the Spirit Trail-Bourbon Tasting. The event blends local legends, atmospheric lighting, and unforgettable nightlife in the heart of the park.
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11/4: Boys Night Out with Mom
Ray Morrill Community Center 1777 S Blanchard St, Wheaton, IL, United StatesBoys Night Out with Mom November 4 | 5:30-7:30P | Ray Morrill Community Center (1777 S Blanchard St.) Event Details: Join us for a fun-filled evening for boys and the special woman in their life! Enjoy pizza and an exciting, hands-on dinosaur discovery show! Explore museum-quality [...]
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11/5: Veteran Panel: Women’s Experiences
DuPage County Historical Museum 102 E Wesley St, Wheaton, IL, United StatesSix decorated women veterans celebrate Veteran’s Day by sharing their stories and experiences. Join us as they give a presentation about the history of women in the military and learn more about daily life for these service members.
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11/12: A City At War Chicago
DuPage County Historical Museum 102 E Wesley St, Wheaton, IL, United StatesJoin us at the DuPage County Historical Museum as Kris Habermehl speaks about how Chicagoland became a hub of wartime production during World War II. Food will be served and a cash bar will be available.
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11/14: Smashing Pumpkins & Gourds
Rice Pool & Water Park 1777 S Blanchard St, Wheaton, ILSmashing Pumpkins & Gourds November 14 | 9:30-11:30A | Rice Pool Parking Lot (1777 S. Blanchard St.) Event Details: Join the Wheaton Park District for a pumpkin smash event! Bring your pumpkins and gourds and indulge in some fun methods of disposal! Food trucks, kids crafts [...]
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11/19-11/22: Shrek JR
Ray Morrill Community Center - Memorial Room 1777 S Blanchard St, Wheaton, IL, United StatesOnce upon a time, in a far away swamp, there lived an ogre named Shrek. One day, Shrek finds his swamp invaded by banished fairytale misfits who have been cast off by Lord Farquaad, a tiny terror with big ambitions. When Shrek sets off with a wisecracking donkey to confront Farquaad, he's handed a task — if he rescues feisty princess Fiona, his swamp will be righted. Shrek tries to win Fiona’s love and vanquish Lord Farquaad, but a fairytale wouldn't be complete without a few twists and turns along the way.
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11/28-12/30: Festival of Lights & Tree Sale
Cosley Zoo 1356 North Gary Ave, Wheaton, IL, United StatesA winter visit to Cosley Zoo has become a favorite family tradition. Cosley Zoo is transformed into a winter wonderland with thousands of twinkling lights, an amazing selection of Christmas trees, wreaths and greenery, hot chocolate, and a unique assortment of holiday gifts in the Wild Side Gift Shop.
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11/28, 12/5, 12/12: 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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12/3-4: Pizza with Santa
Ray Morrill Community Center 1777 S Blanchard St, Wheaton, IL, United StatesHave pizza with Santa, enjoy activities, and an opportunity to take a picture with Santa Claus himself!
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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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12/10-13: Santa Express
DuPage County Historical Museum 102 E Wesley St, Wheaton, IL, United StatesThis popular holiday train ride with Santa is just the start! Visit the DuPage County Historical Museum afterward for cookies, hot chocolate, cartoons, crafts, and more.
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12/10: Gingerbread House Night
Ray Morrill Community Center 1777 S Blanchard St, Wheaton, IL, United StatesGet into the holiday spirit at Gingerbread House Night! Design and decorate a festive gingerbread house creation using a variety of candies, icing, and fun embellishments. All supplies are provided; just bring your creativity and sweet tooth! Children must be accompanied by a non-paying adult.
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12/14: Santa’s Workshop
Toohey Park Building 1900 Orchard Rd., Wheaton, IL, United StatesSanta’s Workshop December 14 | 9-11A or 1-3P | Toohey Park Building (1900 Orchard Rd.) Event Details: While parents do last-minute shopping, children have fun making holiday keepsake crafts. A nut-free snack is provided. Ages: 4-6 Fee: $36(R)/$45(NR) Register
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1/22: Mad Fore Plaid Mini Golf
Wheaton Public Library 225 N. Cross Street, Wheaton, IL, United StatesJoin the Wheaton Public Library and the DuPage County Historical Museum for the 3rd annual Mad Fore Plaid Mini Golf event.
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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!
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Cosley Zoo Run for the Animals
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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7/3-7/4: Independence Day Celebration
Various LocationsJoin us for an Independence Day celebration on July 3-4, 2027. We look forward to coming together with the community to celebrate America!
