# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Wheaton Field of Honor 2026
- **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 29 Jun, 2026 at 02:00 pm – Sat, 04 Jul, 2026 at 08:00 pm
- **Event Description**: In celebration of the 250th Anniversary of the United States, the Wheaton Field of Honor proudly returns to Seven Gables Park for its 5th year, offering a powerful and inspiring patriotic experience for the entire community. As our nation marks this historic milestone, this meaningful tradition provides a special opportunity to reflect on the courage, sacrifice, and service that have shaped America for two and a half centuries.

During this special five-day display, 2,000 American flags stand in perfectly aligned rows, creating a breathtaking tribute to soldiers, veterans, first responders, and personal heroes. Each flag is dedicated to an individual and represents stories of courage, sacrifice, and service. Community members and volunteers work together to create and maintain the display with the utmost care and respect.

Visitors are encouraged to stroll through the Field of Honor and experience the moving atmosphere of unity and gratitude. Nightly patriotic elements—including vocalists, bagpipers, drummers, Honor Guards, flyovers, and the playing of Taps—add to the meaningful experience and provide moments of reflection for all ages.

Join us at Seven Gables Park as we celebrate 250 years of American freedom and honor those who continue to serve and protect our nation. 

JUNE 30
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Pre-Show: 
6:30P Bagpipers

Opening Ceremonies: 
7:00P Welcome
Honor Guard — Wheaton Police Department
Pledge of Allegiance — Led by Mayor Suess
The Star-Spangled Banner — Jim Cornelison
~7:10P Flyover

Program: 
Reading of the Declaration of Independence — Marty Keller, Wheaton Exchange Club
My Country, ‘Tis of Thee — Mattie Halpin
This Land Is Your Land — Mattie Halpin
Bill Krug Recognition
America the Beautiful — Ella Byrnes
Staff Sergeant Robert Miller Recognition — Amy Grant, Illinois House of Representatives
Ragged Old Flag — John Wiedeman, Chicago Blackhawks
Introduction of Sergeant Allen Lynch — Steve Hamilton
Medal of Honor Citation — Steve Hamilton
Keynote Address — Sgt. Allen Lynch, Medal of Honor Recipient

Closing: 
God Bless America — Ella Byrnes
Taps — Bob Binder
Amazing Grace — Tunes of Glory

JULY 1
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Pre-Show: 
6:30P Bagpipers

Opening Ceremonies: 
7:00P Welcome
Honor Guard — TBD
Pledge of Allegiance — Boy Scout Troop 303
The Star-Spangled Banner — Nina & Ella Schroeder
Flyover — Weather permitting

Program: 
Battle Hymn of the Republic — TBD
God Bless the USA — TBD
God Bless America — Kira Savegnago
America the Beautiful — Kira Savegnago

Closing: 
Taps — TBD
Amazing Grace — Tunes of Glory

JULY 2
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Pre-Show: 
6:30P Bagpipers

Opening Ceremonies: 
7:00P Welcome
Honor Guard — TBD
Pledge of Allegiance — Wheaton United Players
The Star-Spangled Banner — Amy Bishop
Flyover — Weather permitting

Program: 
Battle Hymn of the Republic — TBD
God Bless the USA — Amy Bishop
God Bless America — TBD
America the Beautiful — Amy Bishop
Wheaton Dad’s Band — TBD

Closing: 
Taps — TBD
Amazing Grace — Tunes of Glory

JULY 3
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Pre-Show: 
6:30P Bagpipers

Opening Ceremonies: 
7:00P Welcome
Honor Guard — TBD
Pledge of Allegiance — TBD
The Star-Spangled Banner — Annie Ittersagen
Flyover — Weather permitting

Program: 
Battle Hymn of the Republic — Terry Shapiro
This Land Is Your Land — Terry Shapiro
God Bless the USA — TBD
God Bless America — Annie Ittersagen
America the Beautiful — Maura Sheppard

Closing: 
Taps — Bob Binder
Amazing Grace — Tunes of Glory
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/wheaton/wheaton-field-of-honor-2026/200029835446159
- **Event Categories**: music, entertainment
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 1

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Wheaton
- **state**: IL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Seven Gables Park
- **lat**: 41.839669675662
- **long**: -88.109611603014
- **full address**: Seven Gables Park, 29 Winners Cup Cir, Wheaton, IL 60189-2029, United States

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: Wheaton Field of Honor 2026
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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Wheaton Field of Honor 2026 being held?
  - **A:** Wheaton Field of Honor 2026 takes place on Mon, 29 Jun, 2026 at 02:00 pm to Sat, 04 Jul, 2026 at 08:00 pm at Seven Gables Park, 29 Winners Cup Cir, Wheaton, IL 60189-2029, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Wheaton Field of Honor 2026?
  - **A:** Wheaton Field of Honor 2026 is organized by Wheaton Field of Honor.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Wheaton Field of Honor 2026 is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Wheaton, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Wheaton Field of Honor 2026 sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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