There are dozens of incredible perks to living at our Wheaton apartments—a heated, resort-style pool, on-site yoga studio, gated dog park, bocce ball court, and a fire pit with lounge are just to name a few of them. But when you feel like getting a little closer to nature or finding a green space, there are lots of amazing parks located just a short drive away. In fact, the Wheaton Park District boasts 829 acres of parks, pools, and open spaces. Here are some of our favorite parks near Wheaton 121 for you to explore. Memorial Park You’ll only need to walk less than 10 minutes (or drive about 3 minutes) from our Wheaton apartments to find yourself at Memorial Park. This 2.5-acre park has lots of green space for picnics, lounging, and playing, tennis courts, petanque terrain, and an incredible live music venue. “The newly renovated Memorial Park features a state-of-the-art bandshell and Veterans Memorial, dedicated outdoor recreation and event space located in Wheaton’s most charming and historic park,” it says on the park’s website. Learn more about the event schedule and what the park has to offer on the Memorial Park website. Adams Park Even closer […]
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Festivals happening this Fall near our apartments in Wheaton
Just because summer is coming to an end doesn’t mean the fun has to stop! In fact, it’s on a roll! Residents of our Wheaton apartments still have so much to look forward to this fall, especially with lots of entertaining and family-friendly festivals happening nearby. Here are some fantastic events happening just a short drive from Wheaton 121. Cantigny Fall Festival When: Saturday, October 12th, 10 am to 4 pm Where: Cantigny Park, 1 S, 151 Winfield Rd, Wheaton, IL 60189 Details: Happening less than 10 minutes from our Wheaton apartments is the Cantigny Fall Festival. Celebrate Mother Nature during the season of changing colors at this autumn-centric event that is fun for family members of every age. The festival boasts over 50 vendors, plant and pumpkin sales, live music, a petting zoo, hayrides, and lots more. And when it’s time to grab a bite, head to Bertie’s Bistro inside the visitor’s center for delicious fall flavors. Tickets/Admission: Parking $5 per car. Learn more here. Fall Family Fest When: Saturday, September 10th, 9 am to 2 pm Where: VFW Post 2164 – Veterans of Foreign Wars, 0N731 Papworth St, Wheaton, IL 60187 Details: Another amazing family-friendly festival […]
Four-time National Gold Medal-Winning Park District, Right Here in Wheaton
When you’re looking for a place to live, you’re not just looking for a place to lay your head at night. You’re looking for a lifestyle. When you look for apartments in Wheaton, Illinois, you’ll notice that Wheaton 121 is not only pet-friendly, but it’s a great choice for people who love heading outdoors. Complete with a resort-style pool, a bocce ball court, outdoor grilling stations, and a gated “Bark Park”, you don’t have to go far to have a mini-outdoor adventure here at these luxury apartments in Wheaton. Perhaps the most exciting part of living at Wheaton 121 is that we’re surrounded by award-winning parks. Whether you’re heading out to the trail, to the soccer field, or to the playground, there are plenty of opportunities to have a day full of fun with your kids and pets in the many green gems of greater Chicago. Take Your Pick: Almost 50 Parks Right Outside Your Door Living at our luxury apartments in Wheaton, Illinois, you’ll never run out of fun things to do in the parks system that will bring you closer to the Wheaton Community, get you outdoors, and help you live your best life. That’s because there are […]