Things To Do
Although Wheaton is only 25 miles from Chicago, you will find that there’s no need to leave Wheaton to find something to do, whether it's in the vibrant downtown, several shopping districts or elsewhere.
Upcoming Events
Classic Thunderbird Car Show
Saturday, June 15, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.Town Square Wheaton, located near Naperville Road and Blanchard Road, will host the Classic Thunderbird Car Show from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, June 15. It is sponsored by the Chicagoland Thunderbird Car Show. For more information, visit www.townsquarewheaton.com.
Wheaton Gospel Jazz Fest
Saturday, June 29The Wheaton Park District will sponsor the Wheaton Gospel Jazz Fest on Saturday, June 29 in Memorial Park (208 W. Union Ave.). General admission begins at 4 p.m. and the concert begins at 6 p.m. The festival includes wine tasting and food. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.wheatonparkdistrict.com/tickets.
Independence Day Fireworks Display
Wednesday, July 3, activities beginning at 5:30 p.m., fireworks at approximately 9 p.m. The Wheaton Park District invites the community to celebrate Independence Day with activities, concessions and music starting at 5:30 p.m., followed by a fireworks show at approximately 9 p.m. Both will take place in Graf Park and the DuPage County Fairgrounds on Manchester Road. For more information, visit www.wheatonparkdistrict.com.
Fourth of July Parade
Thursday, July 4, 10 a.m. Celebrate Independence Day with Wheaton’s annual Fourth of July Parade, organized by the Wheaton Park District. The parade steps off at 10 a.m. near Hawthorne and Main Street, traveling south on Main Street, turning west on Wesley Street, south on Wheaton Avenue, east on Front Street and concluding at Front and Cross streets in downtown Wheaton. The theme for this year’s parade is “A Salute to Service.” For more information, visit www.wheatonparkdistrict.com.
Blood Drive
Saturday, July 6, 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.Town Square Wheaton will host an American Red Cross blood drive from 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. in the motor coach near Pier 1, which is located near the intersection of Naperville Road and East Loop Road. For more information, visit www.townsquarewheaton.com.
Story Time
Thursday, July 11, 10:30 a.m.-noonTown Square Wheaton will host Story Time from 10:30 a.m.-noon July 11 at the Center Circle of the shopping center. The event is presented by WTTW Kids Readers and Leaders and features performances by Miss Lori's Campus and Curious George. For more information, visit www.townsquarewheaton.com.
Wheaton Band Festival
July 19-20, 6-9 p.m.The 14th annual Wheaton Band Festival will include two nights of music in Memorial Park featuring the Chicago Brass Band, Fox Valley Concert Band and others. Performances will take place from 6-9 p.m. both nights. All performances are free. For more information, visit www.wheatonbandfestival.org.
Recurring Events:
Summer Entertainment Series
Mondays, July 1-29, 7-8 p.m.The Wheaton Park District invites the community to its Summer Entertainment Series, which includes a different act each Monday in July from 7-8 p.m. in the Memorial Park band shell. For more information about each week's entertainment, visit the Park District's website.
Wheaton Municipal Band Concerts
Thursdays, June 6-Aug. 8, 8 p.m.**NOTE: June 27 concert starts at 7:30 p.m.; concert the week of July 4 will be on Tuesday, July 2.Join the Wheaton Municipal band for a community tradition: Thursday night concerts in Memorial Park. Concerts are free and begin at 8 p.m. (note exception above). Memorial Park is located near City Hall at the corner of Wheaton and Karlskoga avenues. The band plays a variety of styles, and each concert has a different theme. Also, the band will play an indoor concert July 27 at Edman Chapel. For more information, visit the Wheaton Municipal Band's website.
Vintage Rides
Fridays, May 31-Sept. 13, 2013, from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.Check out antique cars during this popular weekly summer car show on Front Street each Friday night. The free family-friendly event is hosted by the Downtown Wheaton Association, and a different make or model of a classic car will be featured each week. Enjoy music, cars and more on the 100 East and 100 West blocks of Front Street (on either side of Main Street) in downtown Wheaton. To see the model of cars featured each week, visit the DWA’s website.
Monthly Electronic Recycling
Second Saturday of each month, 9 a.m.-noonBring your unwanted electronics to the Public Works Storage Yard, 820 W. Liberty Drive, between 9 a.m. and noon. It is a drive-through event; volunteers will unload items from your car. Household batteries no longer accepted (only rechargeable batteries accepted). No refrigerators, air conditioners or other items with refrigerant/coolant liquids. Read the list of items that will be accepted.
French Market
Saturdays, April 20-Nov. 9, 2013, 8 a.m.-2 p.m.Wheaton's popular outdoor French Market takes place from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. each Saturday from April 20 through Nov. 9 near the intersection of Main Street and Liberty Drive, just south of the railroad tracks in downtown Wheaton. Inspired by the outdoor markets of France, vendors at this weekly event sell much more than your typical farmers market. Find pastries, flowers, art, jewelry, handmade gifts, locally grown produce and many specialty items at the French Market.