Upcoming events include Cocoa & Coffee Crawl, Wheaton Restaurant Week and more!
Start off the new year exploring the culinary and cultural wonders of Downtown Wheaton, including a variety of events for the whole family. From the Cocoa & Coffee Crawl, to the Margarita & Sangria Festival, to the We Are Women Art Exhibit celebrating Women’s History Month, there is something for everyone! A complete schedule can be found at DowntownWheaton.com/events.
“As an organization, our mission is to connect our business community with the local residential community, and creative events are the best – and most fun! – way to do that,” shared Allison Orr, Executive Director of the Downtown Wheaton Association (DWA). “We give the public a reason to visit Downtown Wheaton, but it’s our amazing small business owners that really leave a lasting impression and turn event attendees into returning customers. We’re looking forward to this winter’s events, which will give these business owners the chance to showcase the incredibly diverse offerings Downtown Wheaton has to offer all year long.”
January, February, and March events include:
Cocoa & Coffee Crawl
Saturday, January 11, 12 p.m. - 3 p.m.
$18 General Admission
$64 Family 4-Pack
Gather the whole family for a fun-filled winter day sampling a variety of unique hot cocoas and artisan coffees at your favorite Downtown Wheaton shops! Delicious hot cocoa recipes include pumpkin spice, peppermint mocha, unicorn, and more. Coffee lovers unite at Five & Hoek, Ditka’s Grill, and My Half of the Sky. Generously sponsored by McNally's Heating & Cooling.
Event check-in begins at 11:30 a.m. at Wheaton Orthodontic Center, 116 W. Willow Ave. Upon checking in, ticket holders will receive a wristband and a map of tasting locations. All beverages will be kid-friendly, so bring the whole family downtown for a festive afternoon of unlimited samples!
Restaurant Week
January 16-26, 2025
Order up! Join us for this celebration of the vibrant Downtown Wheaton culinary scene. From special menu offerings to discounts and even charitable givebacks, this is the perfect opportunity to try a new restaurant or visit one of your local favs. Generously sponsored by McWilliams Vein Center.
Winter Wine & Cheese Walk
Saturday, February 8, 2 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
$40 per person
Winter is long… wine helps! Enjoy 12 one-ounce wine tastes and curated pairings of artisan cheeses at participating Downtown businesses. This is the perfect time to shop all things spring at your favorite shops. Live music leads the way as you stroll between stops. At the end of the event, take home your souvenir wine glass! Make it an early Valentine's Day date or gather the girls for a Galentine's Day celebration! Must be 21+ to participate. Generously sponsored by McNally's Heating & Cooling and Wheaton Sport Center.
Event check-in and materials pick-up begins at 1:30 p.m. (location TBD). All attendees must bring their driver's license or state ID to be age-verified at check-in. Upon age verification, guests will receive a wristband, tasting tickets, a map of tasting locations, and a souvenir tasting glass. Designated driver for your group? Stop by the Designated Driver Lounge for some non-alcoholic beverages!
Valentine's Day
February 9-15, 2025
Feel the love in Downtown Wheaton this Valentine’s Day! Your favorite eateries and retailers are spreading the love too, so shop and dine your heart out this Valentine’s Day. Generously sponsored by McWilliams Vein Center.
We Are Women Art Exhibit
An Art Exhibit Celebrating Women’s History Month in Downtown Wheaton
March 1-31, 2025
In partnership with the DuPage Art League and the City of Wheaton Community Relations Commission, Downtown Wheaton businesses will display artwork by local female artists at some of Wheaton's fabulous women-owned or managed businesses.
Spring Back Scavenger Hunt
March 1-31, 2025
Leave behind the gloom and help us find the sunshine… Hidden around Downtown are signs of spring, and we need your help to find them!
In partnership with the Wheaton Public Library, join the DWA in this community-wide scavenger hunt. When you find 10 of our hidden images, turn in your completed maps to the welcome desk on the first floor of the library for a chance to win a $20 Downtown Wheaton gift certificate!
Margarita & Sangria Festival
Saturday, March 29, 2 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Summon springtime with samples of tangy margaritas and fruity sangrias at your favorite Downtown Wheaton businesses. Shop the freshest styles for spring and stop into one of Downtown Wheaton’s many restaurants for a bite to eat.
For more information on upcoming events, visit DowntownWheaton.com/events or follow the DWA on social media @DowntownWheaton.
About Downtown Wheaton Association
The Downtown Wheaton Association (DWA) is a 501(c)6 nonprofit organization driving economic growth and opportunity in Downtown Wheaton by connecting business and community. For more information, visit www.DowntownWheaton.com.
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