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DuPage Event Center & Fairgrounds

2015 Manchester Road, Wheaton, IL 60187

Fairgrounds

Operates the DuPage County Fairgrounds, site of many events, exhibits and shows; including the annual summer DuPage County Fair, a five-day event at the end of July.

The DuPage Event Center and Fairgrounds is “The Place Where Community Gathers”. For the past 68 years a wide variety of events have called us home. From Train Shows, Toy Shows, Civil War Show, Craft Shows, Quilt Shows and many more. We also support many area non-profit events that have a positive impact on our community. We continue to look for new activities to bring to the grounds and welcome you to join us.

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Black Trailblazers Exhibit at DuPage County Historical Museum

DuPage County Historical Museum •  Feb 02 – Feb 28

The Black Trailblazers exhibit honors African Americans who broke barriers and shaped DuPage County through lasting contributions in education, sports, Civil Rights, and the arts, highlighting…

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Hidden Messages in Negro Spirituals on The Underground Railroad at DuPage County Historical Museum

DuPage County Historical Museum •  Feb 25 @ 7PM

This program examines how Negro Spirituals, created by enslaved Africans, carried hidden messages that offered guidance and hope to freedom seekers traveling to Canada. Connie explains…

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Wheaton French Market

"W" Pavilion •  Apr 13 – Nov 30 @ 8AM

Come to the Wheaton French Market!

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