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SUMMARY:Through 11/2: Snapshots of DuPage: Honoring 250 Years of America Photo Contest
DESCRIPTION:Snapshots of DuPage: Honoring 250 Years of America Photo ContestSubmissions Deadline: 11/2/26 | Photos Must be Taken in DuPage CountyEvent Details:Hosted by The DuPage County Board in Partnership with the DuPage Convention and Visitors Bureau. As America marks its 250th anniversary in 2026\, DuPage County invites residents to capture the people\, places\, and moments that define life here today. \nCost: FREE \nLearn More
URL:https://wheatonparkdistrict.com/events/through-11-2-snapshots-of-dupage-honoring-250-years-of-america-photo-contest/
LOCATION:DuPage County
CATEGORIES:celebrating250
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SUMMARY:Cosley Zoo Run for the Animals RESULTS
DESCRIPTION:Thank you to everyone who came out to participate in 2026 Cosley Zoo Run for the Animals!\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! \n2026 Race ResultsCosley Zoo Run for the Animals 5K\, 10K & Kids 1/2 MileJune 5\, 2027 | Memorial Park (208 W Union Ave)Event Details:5K/10K Start: 7:30A | Kids 1/2 Mile Start: 8:45A \nThe Cosley Zoo Run for the Animals 5K/10K & Kids 1/2 Mile is hosted by the Cosley Foundation to raise funds for the animals at Cosley Zoo as well as exhibit development projects\, public programs and conservation projects. \nQuestions:Email events@wheatonparks.org for more information. \nThank You\, 2026 Sponsors:
URL:https://wheatonparkdistrict.com/events/cosley-zoo-run-for-the-animals/
LOCATION:Memorial Park\, 225 Karlskoga Avenue\, Wheaton\, IL\, 60187\, United States
CATEGORIES:1/2-Mile,10K,5K,Charitable Event,Cosley Zoo,Downtown Wheaton,Family-friendly,Featured,Registration Required
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260715
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270411
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SUMMARY:Starting 7/15: Defining US: The 250th Anniversary of the United States Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:Defining US: The 250th Anniversary of the United States ExhibitJuly 15\, 2026-April 10\, 2027 | DuPage County Historical Museum (102 E. Wesley St.)Event Details:Hours* | Monday-Friday: 8:30A-4:30P | Saturday & Sunday: 12-4P \nDefining 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. Through wars\, elections\, protests\, and cultural changes\, this exhibit emphasizes how these historic highlights resonated in DuPage County. \n*Hours will be affected by major holidays. Visit dupagemuseum.org/visit for details. \nAdmission to the DuPage County Historical Museum is free. Donations are greatly appreciated to help create new exhibits and keep our facility open and operating. \nCost: Free\nSuggested Donation: $5 for adults | $2 for children and seniors.\n \n  \nVisit Dupage Museum
URL:https://wheatonparkdistrict.com/events/starting-7-15-defining-us-the-250th-anniversary-of-the-united-states-exhibit/
LOCATION:DuPage County Historical Museum\, 102 E Wesley St\, Wheaton\, IL\, 60187\, United States
CATEGORIES:celebrating250,DuPage County Historical Museum,Featured
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260815
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261001
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SUMMARY:8/15-9/30: DuPage County Historical Museum Marks 250th w/ Historic Programs
DESCRIPTION:DuPage County Historical Museum Marks 250th w/ Historic Programs8/15-9/30 | DuPage County Historical Museum (102 E. Wesley St.)DIY Creative Crafting: Stars & StripesSaturday\, August 15 | 1-3P\nCreate an American flag artwork while learning about various national flags since the birth of the nation. This is a family drop-in event. \nRegisterFounding Mothers with Laura KeyesSaturday\, September 26 | 1P\nThe “Mothers” of America aren’t often mentioned – the women whose influence on the early years of the United States reverberated for centuries afterwards. While many of us remember reading something about Martha Washington and Abigail Adams\, there are so many more women to admire. Whether they assisted in the years-long Revolutionary War\, or had one brief moment of heroism\, their actions had long-lasting and nation-building effects. Learn about soldiers\, writers\, printers\, scholars\, farmers\, artists\, and spies – all women\, and all vital to our nation’s history. \nThis Illustrated Lecture focuses on the remarkable women who had a first-hand view of the founding of our nation\, and whose stories need to be shared. Join Laura Keyes as she shares their history\, their bravery\, and their surprising legacies. \nRegisterCountdown to 250: Celebrating Our Freedom with Terry LynchWednesday\, September 30 | 7P\nTerry Lynch leads us on a tour of previous milestones like the 50th Jubilee\, Centennial\, Sesquicentennial\, and Bicentennial and how they were commemorated as the United States celebrates its 250th birthday! \nRegister
URL:https://wheatonparkdistrict.com/events/8-15-9-30-dupage-county-historical-museum-marks-250th-w-historic-programs/
LOCATION:DuPage County Historical Museum\, 102 E Wesley St\, Wheaton\, IL\, 60187\, United States
CATEGORIES:celebrating250,DuPage County Historical Museum,Featured
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SUMMARY:8/15: The Mother Road & Iconic DuPage Firsts Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:The Mother Road & Iconic DuPage Firsts ExhibitAugust 15 – November 14\, 2026 | DuPage County Historical Museum (102 E. Wesley St.)Event Details:Take a ride down memory lane on Route 66. This year the legendary “Mother Road” turns 100! Celebrate this golden anniversary along with other iconic firsts in DuPage County. Learn about the first 18-hole golf course\, the first rails-to-trails conversion\, the first public library\, and the first shot fired at Gettysburg. \nContributors:
URL:https://wheatonparkdistrict.com/events/8-15-the-mother-road-iconic-dupage-firsts-exhibit/
LOCATION:DuPage County Historical Museum\, 102 E Wesley St\, Wheaton\, IL\, 60187\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured
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SUMMARY:Date TBD: Boots & Bandanas
DESCRIPTION:Please note: this event has been postponed and the rescheduled date will be decided soon. Please check back for details. Thank you.×Boots & BandanasDate/Time: TBD | Cosley Zoo (1356 N. Gary Ave.)Event Details:Western Flavor in a Wild Setting! \nEnjoy an evening filled with country western charm featuring line dancing under the pavilion\, and a selection of beer\, cider\, and seltzer. \nSip\, mingle\, and explore while taking in the unique zoo setting after hours. It’s the perfect blend of western flavor and wild fun—ideal for a night out with friends or a summer date night. \nCost: $40
URL:https://wheatonparkdistrict.com/events/boots-bandanas/
LOCATION:Cosley Zoo\, 1356 North Gary Ave\, Wheaton\, IL\, 60187\, United States
CATEGORIES:Charitable Event,Cosley Zoo,Featured,Registration Required
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260911T180000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T180000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260922T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260922T113000
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SUMMARY:9/22 Autumn Equinox Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Autumn Equinox CelebrationTuesday\, September 22 | 10-11:30A | Lincoln Marsh – Prairie Patch Play Area (1000 W. Lincoln Ave\, Wheaton)Event Details:\nCelebrate the start of fall at Lincoln Marsh! Families are invited to spend time together at the Prairie Patch Play Area where children can create\, discover and play with nature. Enjoy activities\, crafts and open play for all ages. \n\n\n*Program is held entirely outdoors\, please dress appropriately. \nQuestions? Contact the Lincoln Marsh office at lincolnmarsh@wheatonparks.org or at 630-871-2810. \n\nCost: FREE \nReserve a Spot
URL:https://wheatonparkdistrict.com/events/9-22-autumn-equinox-celebration/
LOCATION:Lincoln Marsh\, Harrison Ave & Pierce Ave\, Wheaton\, IL\, 60187
CATEGORIES:Early Childhood,Educational,Family-friendly,Free,Lincoln Marsh
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260923T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260923T200000
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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
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T100000
DTSTAMP:20260628T035714
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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. \nRegister
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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