Cantigny to host third summer signature event Aug. 12

An online civic awareness program will feature a leading author, presented by the Robert R. McCormick House at Cantigny Park and the League of Women Voters of Wheaton.

The third signature event of Cantigny’s 65th summer is GLOW in the Park, a first, 21-and-over event set for 7 p.m. to midnight Aug. 12.

Guests will experience a bit of 1990s nostalgia with a twist of grown-up fun, surrounded by dazzling neon colors and glow-in-the-dark decorations and games. The event will feature music, dancing, food and drinks under the glow of black lights.

DJ Lori Branch will spin a playlist of top hits from the 90s and early-2000s to set the tone, and All American Throwbacks, a pop punk/emo party band, will perform live.

Glow-in-the-dark cocktails will add to the color, with a full bar offered along with meal and snack options from popular food trucks.

Guests can play mini-golf, LED cornhole and bocce, plus giant versions of Jenga, Twister and Connect 4. The truly adventurous can try their skill at axe throwing or visit a glow-in-the-dark tattoo artist.

Tickets for GLOW in the Park are on sale now at Cantigny.org. The $30 per person cost includes parking.

Guests can book a limited-edition VIP Experience ($100 additional) for a premium version of GLOW. Benefits include a four-hour open bar and all-you-can-eat nostalgic bites in a private tent overlooking the action. A dedicated concierge will ensure first-class service for all VIP patrons.

Only GLOW ticketholders may enter Cantigny Park after 4 p.m. Aug. 12.

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