Join us for some Halloween fun with free hayrides on Front Street, 10am costume contest at Martin Memorial Plaza, 10:30am Moves Dance Studio performance and store to store trick or treating from 10am to 1pm. Also enjoy Trunk or Treat at Gary United Methodist Church at Hale and Seminary from 10am to 12pm.
Check out the 9th annual chili cook-off, presented by the Downtown Wheaton Association! Groove to some spicy live music provided by Suburban Music on Front and Hale!
This all-day event will feature Christmas Caroling by Suburban Music Students! We will go door-to-door, singing a song or two at each downtown Wheaton business!
Ring in the holiday with this time-honored tradition! Join fellow community members for the tree lighting ceremony and festive parade. Don’t miss the other, fantastic Christmas and holiday events downtown Wheaton has to offer, listed below.
Suburban Music presents the best in local family musical entertainment. Come on down to the corner of Front & Hale to enjoy some great local Wheaton musicians. Featuring Rock Band Students of Suburban Music Rock Experience, and Bluegrass Music by the Grass Hoopers.
Just in time! Our area restaurants know how to take the chill out of the air. Join us for this delicious celebration of fall! Some like it hot…some like it not. Let us know how YOU take your chili when you vote for your favorite selection!
At participating downtown Wheaton restaurants. $20 for adults and $10 for kids. Tickets will be available at the DWA office (108 E. Wesley Street, Wheaton) and at the participating restaurants.
Bring the kids to this fun, safe trick-or-treat tradition in downtown Wheaton. Visit participating shops and businesses where children may collect their prized treats of the season. Maybe you’ll discover a new place that you’d like to “treat” yourself to soon!
Halloween Costume Contest!
Beginning at 10 am by the fountain at Martin Memorial Plaza… bring your little ghosts and goblins downtown Wheaton to this new Halloween tradition. Featuring local celebrity judges, surprises galore and tons of fun for all age groups!
Mark your calendars & get your tickets today!
What: Wheaton Wine Walk
When: Thursday, August 11th 5-8pm
Where: Downtown Wheaton
“Enjoy fine wines, taste delectable cuisine and sway to the beat as you sip, stroll and shop your way through Downtown Wheaton”
TICKETS ARE ON SALE NOW!
Make sure to visit the most musical tasting location, Suburban Music! Enjoy appetizers & classical guitar music played by Suburban Music teacher, Steve Michals.
Tour Downtown Wheaton and experience all it has to offer as more than 20 locations open their doors to bring you tastings of fine wines from all over the globe. Start by checking in at the tent at Martin Memorial Plaza on Front Street (located between Main and Hale Streets- just north of the railroad tracks). There, you will receive your official tasting ticket and lanyard, plus a souvenir wine glass, walking-tasting map and a complimentary wine tote bag. With your admission you will receive twelve 1 ounce tastings and additional tasting tickets are available for purchase on site. The evening also includes complimentary trolley rides to get to you selected tasting sites in the Downtown area. You will also enjoy small bites and appetizers along the way at various tasting locations. Live music will fill the streets and dancing is encouraged! So join us for a warm summer evening in beautiful Downtown Wheaton!
The student rock bands of Suburban Music are excited to perform on Hale Street at the Taste of Wheaton on Saturday, June 4th at 4pm on Hale Street.
Want to join a band for the next performance? Call today to enroll! (630)682-4291
Affordable rock band classes cost only $30 per week, plus $25 per week for private lessons. Our bands play AWESOME rock songs, at REAL rock venues! We want YOU to join our next session starting July 11th.
Call today to save your spot for Suburban Music Rock Experience! (630)682-4291
HOLIDAY STROLL:
Saturday, December 5, 1:00 pm
Christmas Caroling with Suburban Music!
Our students & teachers invite the public to join them in Caroling around Downtown Wheaton at 1pm and again at 3pm. Hot Cocoa will be served to Carolers.
The shops and boutiques in Downtown Wheaton will be sharing the spirit of the season with complimentary holiday treats throughout the day from roasting chestnuts, cider tastings, eggnog, peppermints, Christmas cookies and other holiday treats. Complimentary carriage rides, carolers and other special activities will be featured throughout the day!
Lighted Holiday Parade:
NOVEMBER 27
DAY & TIME: FRIDAY, 6:00 PM
Where: Front Street
Ring in the holiday with this time-honored tradition! Join fellow community members for the tree lighting ceremony and festive parade. Don’t miss the other, fantastic Christmas and holiday events downtown Wheaton has to offer, listed below.
7TH ANNUAL CHILI COOK-OFF
NOVEMBER 7
Day & Time: Saturday, 1–5:00 pm
Where: Participating Downtown Wheaton Businesses
Just in time! Our area restaurants know how to take the chill out of the air. Join us for this delicious celebration of fall! Some like it hot…some like it not. Let us know how YOU take your chili when you vote for your favorite selection!
At participating downtown Wheaton restaurants. $15 for adults and $7 for kids. Tickets will be available at the DWA office (108 E. Wesley Street, Wheaton) and at the participating restaurants.
BOO-PALOOZA! DOWNTOWN TRICK-OR-TREAT
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 31
Time: 10:00 am–1:00 pm
Where: Downtown Wheaton
Bring the kids to this fun, safe trick-or-treat tradition in downtown Wheaton. Visit participating shops and businesses where children may collect their prized treats of the season. Maybe you’ll discover a new place that you’d like to “treat” yourself to soon!
Halloween Costume Contest!
Beginning at 10 am by the fountain at Martin Memorial Plaza… bring your little ghosts and goblins downtown Wheaton to this new Halloween tradition. Featuring local celebrity judges, surprises galore and tons of fun for all age groups!
Pet Costume Contest!
Beginning at 10:30am at Martin Memorial Plaza, bring your pet in their Howl-o-ween finery and come away with some pet friendly treats.
Additional Halloween Activities at Martin Memorial Plaza:
Halloween Photo Corner: bring your camera and capture the moment as your little ghouls and goblins pose for photos.
Face Painting: Enhance your costume with special designs.
Friendly Gypsy Fortune Teller: kids can receive a ‘funny fortune’
