Community Events
Upcoming Events at Danada House
Explore the upcoming celebrations and community gatherings at Danada House in Wheaton. Save the dates and check back for additional details as each event approaches.
Fall Festival
Danada Fall Festival
& · Danada House tours noon–4 PM
Make Danada House part of your Fall Festival weekend. Tour the historic house, visit the Atrium to watch a 10-minute video about Dan and Ada Rice, and enjoy kids' corn play near the circle drive.
Saturday only: Face painting.
Sunday only: Tractor-pulled wagon rides to the Danada model farm.
The festival runs 11 AM–5 PM across the Danada property. Danada House tours are noon–4 PM; hours for other activities may vary. Festival admission is free; select activities have fees.
View Full Festival DetailsHoliday Event
Cocoa & Claus
· 10 AM–1 PM
Join us at Danada House for Cocoa & Claus, a seasonal gathering for children and adults. Tickets are $5 per person, and space is limited.
Ticket purchase link coming soon. Please check back to reserve your spots.
Art & Photography
Friends of Danada Nature Art & Photo Show
& · Noon–4 PM
Explore artwork and photography inspired by nature at the Friends of Danada Nature Art & Photo Show, held at Danada House over two afternoons.
Additional event information will be announced soon.
Our Historic Home
A Historic Part of Wheaton
Danada House was built in 1939 as the home of Dan and Ada Rice. Today, the historic house and surrounding property are part of what makes our community events special.
These events are an opportunity to visit the house, spend time with family and friends, and enjoy a little of Danada's history along the way.
Read About the History of Danada HouseOctober 10 & 11, 2026
Fall Festival at Danada
There is plenty to see during Fall Festival weekend. Here is what will be happening at Danada House, along with a few details to help plan your visit.
At Danada House
House Tours and Activities
Tour the historic house, visit the Atrium to watch the 10-minute film about Dan and Ada Rice, and bring the kids by the circle drive for corn play.
- Both daysDanada House tours and Atrium viewing, noon to 4 PM. Kids' corn play by the circle drive.
- SaturdayFace painting at Danada House.
- SundayTractor-pulled wagon rides to the Danada Model Farm.
The larger Fall Festival at the Danada Equestrian Center runs 11 AM to 5 PM. Festival admission is free; some activities may have a fee.
View Fall Festival DetailsPlan Your Visit
Fall Festival Map
The festival takes place across several areas of the property. View the map before you arrive to find Danada House, the Equestrian Center, and the activity locations.
Open the Full Festival Map
December 12, 2026
Cocoa & Claus
Join us at Danada House for Cocoa & Claus, a holiday event for children and adults. Tickets are $5 per person, and space is limited.
Ticket information will be posted here when reservations open.
March 6 & 7, 2027
Friends of Danada Nature Art & Photo Show
The Friends of Danada Nature Art & Photo Show returns to Danada House on March 6 and 7, 2027, from noon to 4 PM both days.
Come see nature-inspired art and photography on display in the historic house. Additional event information will be posted as details become available.
We're looking forward to sharing more information about this year's show as it becomes available.
View Past Art Show HighlightsBefore You Visit
Getting to Danada House
Danada House and the Danada Equestrian Center are next to each other, but they have separate addresses. Check the location listed for your event before you head out.
Admission, schedules, and activities vary by event. For questions about attending, feel free to get in touch.
