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19 Fun Events to Celebrate Valentine's Day in Wheaton

💌 Crafts, spa nights, storytimes, parties & more! 💌

By Macaroni Kid Wheaton January 22, 2025

Celebrating Valentine's Day looks a lot different once you have kids. Luckily, we have lots of ways for you to celebrate the day of love with your littlest loved ones! We've rounded up the best local Valentine's Day Events and Activities around Wheaton, IL. They're listed in chronological order, so keep checking back over the next couple weeks! Many of these events sell out quick so don't delay on registering early!


Get Some Heart Shaped Food!

Valentine's Day is the official/unofficial heart shaped food day! There are so many local businesses offering heart shaped food, desserts and more! What a fun way to celebrate the holiday, your kids are sure to get a kick out of it!





Make a Valentine's Candy Box

The free Home Depot workshops are back to being in-person, every 1st Saturday of the Month. This month's craft is a cute valentine's candy box, the perfect gift for anyone this Valentine's Day!

The Home Depot
475 S Schmale Rd, Carol Stream IL 60188
(630) 462-8607

Saturday February 1st | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Spa Day - Valentine's Day Edition

Pamper yourself and your little ones with relaxation, hair tinsel, crafts, activities, and goodie bags. $12 per person, reserve your spot ahead of time!

Learning Express Glen Ellyn
900 Roosevelt Rd, Glen Ellyn IL 60137

Saturday February 1st | 4:00 - 5:00 pm




Make a Heart Reveal Canvas Painting

Come in-store for a come and go event that takes about 15 minutes to make. All you need to do is purchase a canvas of your choice and Michaels will provide the rest. Free, register online to save your spot!

Michaels 
Bloomingdale Square and Finley Square

Sunday February 2nd | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm


Decorate Valentines for Veterans

Decorate a Valentines Day card for our Veterans to show your appreciation! Valentines can be dropped off before February 4th. All valentines will be delivered to Illinois Veterans Homes and Veterans Hospitals before the holiday.

Glendale Heights Sports Hub 
250 Civic Center Plaza, Glendale Heights IL 60139

Drop off Valentines before Tuesday February 4th


Grab and Go Craft Kits- Valentine's Pop-up Card

Make a Valentine’s Day card for someone you love with this craft kit. Clear instructions on how to complete each project will be provided with each kit. Kits limited, as long as supplies last.

Winfield Public Library 
0s291 Winfield Rd, Winfield IL 60190
(630) 653-7599

Wednesday February 5th, All Day


feathers, beads, and bits of fabric for victorian valentine craft

Make a Victorian Valentine 

Free Event! Valentines of the Victorian era were treasured keepsakes, incorporating feathers, beads, and bits of fabric. Create your own Victorian-style valentines in a fun, afternoon workshop. 

DuPage County Historical Museum
102 E. Wesley St. Wheaton, IL 60187
(630) 510-4941

Saturday February 8th | 1:00 - 3:00 PM
Sunday February 9th | 1:00 - 3:00 PM

Can't make it in-person during these times? Pick up an at-home craft kit at the DuPage County Historical Museum's front desk for $15/kit anytime until February 13th, reserve your kit HERE





Make an Avocado Magnet & Card

The JC Penney monthly kid's zone is hosting an adorable craft this month to help celebrate Valentine's Day - kids get everything they need to craft and decorate these valentines crafts, along with a lanyard and pin to keep track of their crafting successes, while parents get a special coupon to spend!

JC Penney
175 Yorktown Shopping Center
Lombard IL 60148

Saturday February 8th | 11am-12pm 


Hunt for the Hearts

Join in for an adventurous hunt for love across the Park District! Solve clues and beat challenges to find hearts hidden throughout our parks. Prizes will be awarded to the first and second groups to finish the course. $10/residents, $15/non-residents

Maryknoll Clubhouse
845 Pershing Ave, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137

Saturday February 8th | 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm


Valentine's Day Craft - Paper Flower Pots

Get ready to share the love this Valentine’s Day! Join Learning Express for a fun, family-friendly craft event where you'll be making beautiful Paper Valentine’s Day Flower Pots! Free - for ages 5 and up.

Learning Express Glen Ellyn
900 Roosevelt Rd, Glen Ellyn IL 60137

Sunday February 9th | 12:00 - 1:00 pm

Handcrafted Valentine's Day Cards at American Science & Surplus

Create heartfelt Valentine's Day cards using markers, stickers, and crayons. They'll provide all the supplies you need. All ages welcome!

American Science & Surplus
33W361 Roosevelt Rd (Route 38), West Chicago IL 60185
630-232-2882

Sunday February 9th | 2:00 - 4:00 pm





Sweetheart Swim at Goldfish Glen Ellyn

Join us for a Valentine's Day-themed Family Swim. Come dressed in your favorite Valentine's colors or festive attire, and don’t miss out on meeting the special guest, Princess Belle, from Princess Lovie & Co! The Sweetest Adventure Cotton Candy Cart will be there spinning cotton candy to enjoy! Free entry, but pre-registration required as spots are limited!

Goldfish Glen Ellyn
545 Roosevelt Road Glen Ellyn, IL 60137

Sunday February 9th, 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM


Valentine's Day Craft to go Kit

Stop by the Youth Services Desk to pick up a craft project to take home. Adult supervision is recommended. One craft kit per child, while supplies last. Registration is not required.

Warrenville Public Library
28W751 Stafford Place, Warrenville IL 60555

Monday February 10th, All Day

Crafty Valentines at Wheaton Library

Create some Valentine's Day crafts that you can make and take home! This is a drop-in event. Feel free to stop by between 4 - 6 pm to participate. 

Wheaton Public Library
25 N. Cross St. Wheaton, IL 60187

Tuesday February 11th, 4:00 - 6:00 PM


Make Your own Candy Grams at Chick-fil-A Wheaton

Create Candy Grams with while seeing your favorite Cow pal from 5:30pm-6:00pm

Chick-fil-A Wheaton
301 E Loop Rd, Wheaton IL 60189

Tuesday February 11th, 5:30 - 6:30 PM


Happy Hearts Storytime at Glenside Library

Come to our special Valentine's Day program where we will enjoy stories, activities, and a treat! Registration opens February 1st at 9:00 am

Glenside Library
25 E Fullerton Ave, Glendale Heights IL 60139

Wednesday February 12th | 10:30am - 11:15am

Thursday February 13th  | 6:30pm - 7:15pm


DuPage Children's Museum | Kids Activities in Naperville

Love Bug Dance

Groove out with Bach to Rock’s family-friendly DJ, indulge in sweet treats, remember the evening with special photo-ops, explore a variety of fun activities, and play in the Museum’s exhibits. $22 non-members, $10 DCM members.

DuPage Children's Museum
301 N Washington St, Naperville IL 60540
(630) 637- 8000

Thursday, February 13th | 5:30 – 7:00 pm


Valentine's Day Craft - Paint Your Own Wooden Heart Shaped Picture Frames

Bring your little artists and let their imaginations shine as they design their very own keepsake frame. It’s a fun way to celebrate the holiday and create a heartfelt gift! Free! For ages 4 and up.

Learning Express Glen Ellyn
900 Roosevelt Rd, Glen Ellyn IL 60137

Friday February 14th | 4:00 - 5:30 pm




My Gym Valentine's Dance

You're invited to our My Gym Valentine's Dance for Valentine's treats, themed games, special dances, a Valentine's craft, and lots of My Gym fun! Feel free to dress up for this special date night, or come as you are! We will have photo opportunities too. This event is sure to be popular, don't wait, register today! This event is for adults and kids ages 1 to 9, $30 first child, $20 additional siblings. Each child must have a ticket, adults are free. 

My Gym Wheaton
43 Danada Square E, Wheaton, IL 60189
(630) 221-0555

Friday February 14th, 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm



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Enjoy a Sweet Sparkle Valentine's Day Ice Cream Cone

Valentine's Sparkle Cone available for the whole month of February!

Kimmer's Ice Cream
109 E. Front St. Wheaton, IL 60187
(630) 765-7704

DIY Slime - Valentine's Day Edition

Have a sweet and sparkly time creating your very own Valentine’s Day-Themed Slime! Perfect for kids and slime enthusiasts of all ages, this workshop will let you mix, stretch, and sprinkle your way to a love-filled creation! $15 per person, registration required

Learning Express Glen Ellyn
900 Roosevelt Rd, Glen Ellyn IL 60137

Monday February 17th | 4:00 - 5:30 pm


Want to celebrate Valentine's Day at home?   Here are some fun & creative (but simple) DIY ideas for you! 


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