Music and Theater Under the Stars!
Symphonies • Theater • Afternoon Concerts • Kids' Concerts
For summer entertainment, Cantigny offers great variety and value.
In particular, the park has long been a favorite destination for those who
appreciate an Evening Symphony and Shakespeare. These outdoor performances are the
perfect opportunity to visit Cantigny on a soft, starry night. Make it a date,
and bring along a blanket and special picnic. Then just relax and enjoy the show.
Evening Symphonies & Concerts
For a touch of Ravinia right here in Wheaton, join us for our three evening symphonies,
which take place on the lawn outside the First Division Museum. A large tent covers the orchestra stage, but the audience
is under the stars and towering oaks. Concert guests are encouraged to bring blankets or lawn chairs,
and for the three evening symphonies, guests are invited to bring a bottle of wine.
Symphony Tickets:
Member: $12 per person in advance or $18 the day of the show.
Non-Member: $12 per person in advance or $15 the day of the show.
Order online
By mail
By Phone: Call 630.668.5161
In Person: At the Gift Shop or Parking Booth
Theater
In the large grassy area behind Le Jardin, Shakespeare's words come to life with the Midsummer Theater Troupe's beautifully costumed performances of some of Shakespeare's more famous comedies.
And new this year, a Theater Trek through the grounds.
Theater Tickets:
$10 per person
Order online
By mail
By Phone: Call 630.668.5161
In Person: At the Gift Shop or Parking Booth
Afternoon Concerts
If daytime concerts are your thing, our Sunday afternoon
concerts at 3pm are always fun, always entertaining and
always free. Most concerts are held in the bandshell, but some
larger performances may be held in front of the *First Division Museum. **Military bands are subject to change.
Bring a lawn chair or blanket and dancing is encouraged.
| Afternoon Concert Schedule |
|
| Sunday, May 27 |
Tinley Park “Arts Alive!": Jazz Band |
| Monday, May 28 |
Wheaton Municipal Band's Dixie Cups: Dixieland |
| Sunday, June 3 |
Ac Rock: a capella rock 'n roll |
| Sunday, June 10 |
Zazz: Jazz |
| Sunday, June 24 |
Jose Valdes & the Mambo All-Stars: Latin |
| Sunday, July 1** |
*Navy Band Great Lakes: Wind Ensemble |
| Monday, July 4 |
*Southwest Community Concert Band: Patriotic |
| Sunday, July 8 |
Jin and Tonic Band: Country |
| Sunday, July 15 |
*Northshore Concert Band: Concert Band |
| Sunday, July 22 |
Denny Diamond: Neil Diamond Tribute |
| Sunday, July 29 |
The Legends: 70's |
| Sunday, August 5 |
Celtic Sounds: Irish |
| Sunday, August 12 |
The Neverly Brothers: 50's |
| Sunday, August 19 |
Roots Rock Society: Caribbean/Reggae |
| Sunday, August 26** |
*Air Force Band Mid-America: Concert Band |
| Sunday, September 2 |
Naperville Big Band: Big Band |
| Monday, September 3 |
Fast Eddie & the Corvettes: 70's & earlier |
Kids' Concerts
Keeping with our "something for everyone" theme, we offer
a Children's Concert Series just for the little ones. These
performances are engaging, interactive and so much fun. Concerts are free with parking, unless otherwise noted.
**denotes event with a fee.