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SUMMARY:8/15: Summer Saturday: Storybook Adventure
DESCRIPTION:Summer Saturday: Storybook AdventureSaturday\, August 15 | 10A-12P | Sensory Garden Playground (2751 International Drive\, Lisle)Event Details:Come by the Sensory Garden Playground for all-inclusive play! \nOnce 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! \nThere will be story time options available to playground visitors\, held every 30 minutes\, each at a different part of the playground. Playground visitors can try their hand at finding hidden stickers of famous storybook characters throughout the playground. Our craft activity allows guests to design their own bookmark. Other activities to be announced! \nSummer Saturdays are held from 10A to noon at the playground. The event is free\, but registration is encouraged\, and there is a $5 suggested donation per family. Water bottles from Culligan will be available at the playground. In the event of inclement weather\, the Summer Saturday may be cancelled. \nCost: FREE\nSuggested Donation: $5 per family\n \nLet us know you’re coming!Additional Information:Going to a Summer Saturday | Social Story™ \nThe Wheaton Park District understands that visiting a new place or engaging in public activities can sometimes be challenging for individuals with different needs. That’s why we offer Social Stories™ to help visitors feel comfortable and confident. \n* The terms ‘social story’ and ‘social stories’ are trademarks originated and owned by Carol Gray. https://carolgraysocialstories.com/social-stories/ \nPresented by:Summer Saturdays is Supported by:
URL:https://wheatonparkdistrict.com/events/8-15-summer-saturday-storybook-adventure/
LOCATION:Sensory Garden Playground\, 2751 International Dr.\, Lisle\, IL\, 60532\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Featured
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260830
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SUMMARY:8/27-8/29: Shakespeare in the Park
DESCRIPTION:Photo by Caspar Carter \nShakespeare in the Park: “Romeo and Juliet” | Memorial ParkAugust 27-29Event Details:Experience another of the world’s greatest playwright’s works at Memorial Park Bandshell. Shakespeare in the Park is a high-quality annual theater event presented free of charge to the public by the Wheaton Park District and Wheaton College’s Arena Theater. \nWe are thankful for our partnership with the Wheaton College Arena Theater over the years and excited to see this year’s performance. \nFor more about Arena Theater and other arts events at Wheaton College\, visit wheaton.edu/life-at-wheaton/arts. \nCost: FREE \nAdditional Information:5:30P Park Opens | 6:45P Puppet Show | 7P Performance \nMain entrance located at Wheaton & Karlskoga Avenues \nPresented by:Follow us on Facebook or sign up to receive the Wheaton Park District e-newsletter for updates on Shakespeare in the Park and the other special events in Wheaton. \nSummary:“An age-old vendetta between two powerful families erupts into bloodshed. A group of masked Montagues risk further conflict by gatecrashing a Capulet party. A young lovesick Romeo Montague falls instantly in love with Juliet Capulet\, who is due to marry her father’s choice\, the County Paris. With the help of Juliet’s nurse\, the women arrange for the couple to marry the next day\, but Romeo’s attempt to halt a street fight leads to the death of Juliet’s own cousin\, Tybalt\, for which Romeo is banished. In a desperate attempt to be reunited with Romeo\, Juliet follows the Friar’s plot and fakes her own death. The message fails to reach Romeo\, and believing Juliet dead\, he takes his life in her tomb. Juliet wakes to find Romeo’s corpse beside her and kills herself. The grieving family agree to end their feud.” \nSource: shakespeare.org.uk/explore-shakespeare/shakespedia/shakespeares-plays/romeo-and-juliet \nPark Policies:All bags\, chairs\, blankets\, etc. are subject to be searched at entry. \nThis is a general admission event. All seating areas are available on a first-come\, first-served basis. Reserving seats or space before the gates open (5:30P) is prohibited. \nGuests are allowed and encouraged to bring a blanket or a standard bag/camping chair. Please be considerate and do not use/reserve more space than you need to allow room for other guests. \nIf you require ADA assistance during your visit or require handicap accessible seating\, please contact us at least 72 hours prior to the event at events@wheatonparks.org. Requests for sign language interpreters must be made at least 2 weeks in advance. \nITEMS NOT PERMITTED IN MEMORIAL PARK: \n\nOutside alcoholic beverages\nAnimals or pets. Service animals are allowed.\nWeapons\nGlass bottles\nAll tobacco products including cigarettes\, cigars and vaping. Smoking of any kind is prohibited in Memorial Park\, including marijuana.\nLarge beach umbrellas\, flags and banners\nLaptops\, video recording devices (excluding cell phones) and selfie sticks\nLarge coolers\n\nParking:Please be kind to our neighbors and avoid parking on residential streets. \nMemorial Park is conveniently located in downtown Wheaton and accessible by Metra\, the Prairie Bath Bike Trail\, ride sharing services such as Uber or Lyft and parking is available nearby. \nPlease visit the City of Wheaton’s website for more parking information. \nPartner With Us:For information on sponsorship and vending opportunities please contact Margie Wilhelmi at mwilhelmi@wheatonparks.org or 630-510-4984. \nContact Us:For questions\, please email events@wheatonparks.org.
URL:https://wheatonparkdistrict.com/events/shakespeare/
LOCATION:Memorial Park\, 225 Karlskoga Avenue\, Wheaton\, IL\, 60187\, United States
CATEGORIES:Charitable Event,Entertainment,Family-friendly,Featured,Memorial Park
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SUMMARY:9/11: Sins N’ Roses – Chicago’s Guns N’ Roses Illusion with Eliminator – A Tribute to ZZ Top
DESCRIPTION:Sins N’ Roses – Chicago’s Guns N’ Roses Illusion with Eliminator – A Tribute to ZZ TopFriday\, September 11 | 6-9:30P | Gate opens at 5P | Memorial Park$10 in advance† | $12 at the gate\n†Plus processing fee \nPurchase TicketsPerformance Details:8-9:30P | Sins N’ Roses – Chicago’s Guns N’ Roses Illusion \nSins N’ Roses is one of the nations most authentic Guns N’ Roses tributes – rocking the iconic band’s legendary songs LIVE AND LOUD! \nOver the past three years\, Sins N’ Roses has played across the Mid West to tens of thousands of passionate GnR fans – of all ages. They perform over 40 GnR classics – mega hits like Sweet Child of Mine\, Welcome to the Jungle\, November Rain and Paradise City – with note for note musical authenticity – and that bad boy swagger. \nThe band rehearses relentlessly and uses vintage instruments to replicate Guns N’ Roses live performances – fans say the band sounds exactly like Guns N’ Roses from their MTV heyday! \nWebsite: sinsnroses.com \n6-7:15P | Eliminator – A Tribute to ZZ Top \nFounded in Chicago in October 1992\, Eliminator is the longest-running ZZ Top tribute act in the world. No one has been doing this longer — not in America\, not anywhere. Three decades of continuous touring across all 50 states have produced a show that is simply impossible to replicate. \nFrom the iconic fur-covered guitars to the synchronized shuffles and full replica stage attire\, every detail is dialed in to deliver an experience that honors one of rock’s most legendary and distinctive bands. The hats. The beards. The moves. The music. All of it\, every night. \nEliminator has shared stages with Lita Ford\, Night Ranger\, Foghat\, Georgia Satellites\, Jackyl\, Pat Travers\, Henry Lee Summer\, and Wayne Cochran — and been featured on AXS TV’s World’s Greatest Tribute Bands\, filmed live at the Whisky A Go Go in Hollywood.
URL:https://wheatonparkdistrict.com/events/9-11-sins-n-roses-chicagos-guns-n-roses-illusion-with-eliminator-a-tribute-to-zz-top/
LOCATION:Memorial Park Bandshell\, 225 Karlskoga Avenue\, Wheaton\, Illinois\, 60187
CATEGORIES:Featured,Memorial Park Concerts
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SUMMARY:9/12: Sons of Chicago – A Tribute to Bruce Springsteen & Bob Seger with Gold Dust Dreams – A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac
DESCRIPTION:Sons of Chicago – A Tribute to Bruce Springsteen & Bob Seger with Gold Dust Dreams – A Tribute to Fleetwood MacSaturday\, September 12 | 6-9:30P | Gate opens at 5P | Memorial Park$10 in advance† | $12 at the gate\n†Plus processing fee \nPurchase TicketsPerformance Details:8-9:30P | Sons of Chicago – A Tribute to Bruce Springsteen & Bob Seger \nThe Sons of Chicago are a band of eight rocking professional musicians that pay homage to two iconic American artists in the same show. \nAnthems and deep cuts about the dreams\, hope\, hardship and glory of life in the U.S.A. – Springsteen’s Rosalita\, Thunder Road\, Badlands\, Dancing in the Dark\, Promised Land\, Spirit of the Night\, Tenth Avenue Freezeout\, Darlington County\, Bobby Jean\, Light of Day\, The Rising\, Nebraska\, Born to Run; and Seger’s masterworks Roll Me Away\, Rock n Roll Never Forgets\, Fire Down Below\, Turn the Page\, Like a Rock\, Katmandu and others – are performed with the same emotional energy as the originals. \nEvery lyric is a memory\, every riff a heartbeat\, keeping the audience rocking\, dancing and singing with the band. \nWebsite: sonsofchicagomusic.com \n6-7:15P | Gold Dust Dreams – A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac \nGold Dust Dreams delivers a stunningly authentic tribute to Fleetwood Mac\, recreating the sound\, style\, and spirit of one of the greatest bands of all time. \nFrom the mystical vocals of Stevie Nicks to the soulful warmth of Christine McVie and the signature guitar work of Lindsey Buckingham\, every detail is performed note-for-note with passion and precision. \nFeaturing timeless hits from the legendary Rumours and beyond\, the band creates an immersive live experience that transports audiences back to the soundtrack of their lives. \nThis isn’t just a tribute—it’s a journey. One night with Gold Dust Dreams\, and you’ll understand why audiences keep coming back. \nWebsite: golddustdreams.com
URL:https://wheatonparkdistrict.com/events/9-12-sons-of-chicago-a-tribute-to-bruce-springsteen-bob-seger-with-gold-dust-dreams-a-tribute-to-fleetwood-mac/
LOCATION:Memorial Park Bandshell\, 225 Karlskoga Avenue\, Wheaton\, Illinois\, 60187
CATEGORIES:Featured,Memorial Park Concerts
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SUMMARY:9/23: Remembering Route 66 with Leslie Goddard
DESCRIPTION:Remembering Route 66 with Leslie GoddardWednesday\, September 23 | 7P | DuPage County Historical Museum Auditorium (102 E Wesley St.)Event Details:The name evokes images of gas stations\, mom-and-pop motels\, quirky attractions\, and adventure on the open road. In this nostalgia-packed lecture\, historian Leslie Goddard explores the history of Route 66\, the iconic road that linked Chicago to Los Angeles from 1926 until its closing in the mid-1980s. Learn why Route 66 remains so indelibly associated with the lore of the American road trip. What was Route 66 like at its pinnacle – and what is it today? \nCost: FREE \nRegister NowContributors:
URL:https://wheatonparkdistrict.com/events/9-23-remembering-route-66-with-leslie-goddard/
LOCATION:DuPage County Historical Museum\, 102 E Wesley St\, Wheaton\, IL\, 60187\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T083000
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SUMMARY:9/26: Planting Roots\, Growing the Next 250 Years
DESCRIPTION:Planting Roots\, Growing the Next 250 YearsSaturday\, September 26 | 8:30-10A | Lincoln Marsh (Harrison Ave. & Pierce Ave.)Event Details: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. Celebrate 250 years not just by looking back\, but by planting forward and leaving a living legacy for generations to come. \n*Stay tuned for registration details.
URL:https://wheatonparkdistrict.com/events/9-26-planting-roots-growing-the-next-250-years/
LOCATION:Lincoln Marsh\, Harrison Ave & Pierce Ave\, Wheaton\, IL\, 60187
CATEGORIES:celebrating250,Conservation,Family-friendly,Featured,Lincoln Marsh
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SUMMARY:11/5: Veteran Panel: Women's Experiences
DESCRIPTION:Veteran Panel: Women’s ExperiencesNovember 5 | 7-8P | DuPage County Historical Museum (102 E. Wesley St.)Event Details:Six 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. \nCost: FREE \nRegister
URL:https://wheatonparkdistrict.com/events/11-5-veteran-panel-womens-experiences/
LOCATION:DuPage County Historical Museum\, 102 E Wesley St\, Wheaton\, IL\, 60187\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261206
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SUMMARY:12/5: Lions Charities Reindeer Run
DESCRIPTION:Lions Charities Reindeer RunDecember 5\, 2026 | Downtown WheatonEvent Details:It’s the most wonderful run of the year! The annual Lions Charities Reindeer Run 5K is bringing festive fun to town. Grab your Santa hats\, dust off those antlers and jingle bells\, and get ready to Run\, Run\, Rudolph! Bring your friends\, family\, and holiday cheer for a morning full of holly jolly joy. Presented in partnership by Wheaton Park District and Lions Club Charities\, we welcome participants to walk\, jog\, or run – just don’t miss the fun! \n\nThis is a chip-timed race. Overall winners and individual age category winners are determined by chip time. All participants receive a long-sleeve shirt\, reindeer antlers\, and a finisher medal. Shirt sizes are available on a first-come\, first-served basis. \n\nCONTACT USFor more information\, please contact events@wheatonparks.org.
URL:https://wheatonparkdistrict.com/events/reindeerrun/
LOCATION:Downtown Wheaton\, United States
CATEGORIES:5K,Charitable Event,Downtown Wheaton,DuPage County Historical Museum,Entertainment,Family-friendly,Featured,Holiday,Registration Required,Volunteer Opportunities
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270603
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SUMMARY:6/3-6/6: Cream of Wheaton
DESCRIPTION:Thank you to everyone who came out to participate in Cream of Wheaton 2026!\nAlso\, a huge thank you to the volunteers and partners who helped make the event possible. We look forward to seeing everyone again next year! Cream of WheatonJune 3-6\, 2027 | Memorial Park & Downtown WheatonEvent Details:Kick off summer at Cream of Wheaton! Enjoy four days of summer fun including live entertainment\, food\, a beer garden\, carnival rides\, kids’ activities\, a business expo\, and arts and crafts fair. \nPark Policies:NO PETS allowed in the park. Please contact events@wheatonparks.org if you require a service animal. \nOutside alcoholic beverages are prohibited. \nBags are subject to search. \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 Memorial Park\, including marijuana. \nThank You\, 2026 Sponsors!
URL:https://wheatonparkdistrict.com/events/cream-of-wheaton/
LOCATION:Downtown Wheaton\, United States
CATEGORIES:Beer Garden,Downtown Wheaton,Entertainment,Family-friendly,Featured,Food
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