City of Wheaton, IL

11/20/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 11/20/2024 15:25

Kick Off the Holiday Season in Wheaton with Nights of Lights, Parade, and Tree Lighting


The holiday season in Wheaton kicks off on Friday, Nov. 29, brought to the community by the Downtown Wheaton Association and City of Wheaton.

Nights of Lights:
Start with the return of the Nights of Lights in Adams Park, which will come to life with a park lighting ceremony at 4:30 p.m. This year's display will feature more than 55,000 lights and an animated light display at the fountain. Nights of Lights continues through Jan. 5, 2025. This event is open to the public at no cost.

Christmas Parade:
After enjoying the Nights of Lights, find a spot for the annual Christmas Parade at 6 p.m., hosted by the Downtown Wheaton Association. The parade will travel from Wheaton Avenue at Wesley Street south to Front Street, turning east (left) on Front Street, and finishing at Cross Street.

Parade Road Closures:
Please visit the City's website for a map of the road closures related to the Christmas Parade.