Events
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8/15-9/30: DuPage County Historical Museum Marks 250th w/ Historic Programs
DuPage County Historical Museum 102 E Wesley St, Wheaton, IL, United StatesMark the 250th anniversary of the United States with the DuPage County Historical Museum this fall. Participate in programs that honor this incredible milestone.
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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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8/15: Summer Saturday: Storybook Adventure
Sensory Garden Playground 2751 International Dr., Lisle, IL, United StatesCome 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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8/27-8/29: Shakespeare in the Park
Memorial Park 225 Karlskoga Avenue, Wheaton, IL, United StatesProfessional and student actors from Wheaton College Arena Theater present a new Shakespeare production each year with full sounds, lighting, and costumes.
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9/11: Sins N’ Roses – Chicago’s Guns N’ Roses Illusion with Eliminator – A Tribute to ZZ Top
Memorial Park Bandshell 225 Karlskoga Avenue, Wheaton, IllinoisOver 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. Founded 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.
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9/12: Sons of Chicago – A Tribute to Bruce Springsteen & Bob Seger with Gold Dust Dreams – A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac
Memorial Park Bandshell 225 Karlskoga Avenue, Wheaton, IllinoisAnthems 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. Gold 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. From 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.
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9/23: Remembering Route 66 with Leslie Goddard
DuPage County Historical Museum 102 E Wesley St, Wheaton, IL, United StatesThe name evokes images of gas stations, mom-and-pop motels, quirky attractions, and adventure on the open road.
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9/26: Planting Roots, Growing the Next 250 Years
Lincoln Marsh Harrison Ave & Pierce Ave, Wheaton, ILJoin 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.
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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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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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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!



