Register for Light Up Wheaton Holiday Contest

The City of Wheaton and Wheaton Park District are proud to present the 5th annual Light Up Wheaton holiday decorating contest. All Wheaton residents, businesses, houses of worship and community organizations are invited to participate in this free, friendly competition — all themes and holidays welcome! Awards will be given in three categories: Most Creative, People's Choice, and Mayor's Choice.

Registration information:

• Registration deadline is noon on Thursday, Dec. 12.
• To register, complete the Wheaton Park District's online form.
• All registered participants must submit a photo of their entry (along with address) by the deadline to lcali@wheatonparks.org to be considered for awards.
• Photos and addresses will be shared on the City of Wheaton and Wheaton Park District Facebook pages for residents looking to drive by and enjoy the decorations in person.

Eligibility:

• Participants must be located within Wheaton city limits and/or Wheaton Park District boundaries.
• Participants must decorate their homes/businesses themselves (homes/businesses that are professionally decorated can participate but will not be eligible to win). 
• Winners from 2023 are not eligible to win in 2024, but they are still encouraged to participate.

For more information, visit wheatonparkdistrict.com/LightUpWheaton.

Drivers: Use Extra Caution Near Whittier School during Construction

Now through approximately Dec. 13, 2024 there will be a traffic pattern change for Whittier Elementary School due to a roadway project on Arbor & Hale Street. Busses will be picking up and dropping off students on Wheaton Avenue until construction is complete.

The Wheaton Police Department has been in contact with Whittier School administrators, and Whittier families will receive further instructions from the school. Drivers, please use extra caution in this area to help keep our community's students safe.

Save the Date: Wheaton Kicks off the Holidays on Friday, Nov. 29

The City of Wheaton and Downtown Wheaton Association have an exciting lineup of beloved community events this November. To start the season, Friday, Nov. 29 will be filled with the return of cherished holiday traditions:

• Nights of Lights Begins: For its fifth year, Nights of Lights returns to Adams Park! Join us for the park lighting on Nov. 29 at 4:30 p.m. and enjoy the park’s light display throughout the holiday season. This event is open to the public at no cost.
• Wheaton Christmas Parade: The tradition continues; join the Downtown Wheaton Association for the annual Wheaton Christmas Parade on Nov. 29 at 6 p.m. Groups looking to march in the parade should reach out to Hello@DowntownWheaton.com.
• Downtown Wheaton Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony: Join the Downtown Wheaton Association for the second annual Downtown Wheaton Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony, immediately following the Wheaton Christmas Parade at 7 p.m.

For more information about these events, visit the Downtown Wheaton Association's website.