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Benedetti-Wehrli Stadium

<ul>50+ experiences. 2 stages. Fitness. Wellness. Music.
🎟️ Tickets start at $29 (prices increase closer to the event)
Ticket prices exclude Eventbrite fees. Final pricing shown at checkout.
THRIVEFest brings you a variety of LIVE fitness concepts, brand experiences, wellness treatments, and health practices from all around the Western Suburbs- taking place in Downtown Naperville at North Central College's Football Stadium.
FIT PIT VILLAGE: You're able to take as MANY fitness sessions as you'd like, all hosted by the Western Suburb's TOP Studio Instructors at the Fitness Fusion Stage, alongside DJ Advantage and DJ Wildcat. In the fit pit, indulge in all other fitness &amp; health experiences to elevate your health journey.
SERENITY SCENE VILLAGE: When you need some R&amp;R that day, be sure to stop by the Align Stage for yoga, meditation, and breathwork sessions, and enjoy complimentary holistic health treatments, chakra balancing, massages, reiki, and more!
VIP ACCESS EXPERIENCE: Private access to a mocktail bar, a variety of special R&amp;R experiences, stretch therapy, more snack options, and finally, THRIVE &amp; VIBE with silent disco recovery (plus a designated VIP line for faster check-in)!
TINYTHRIVERS: If you want this to be a family outing before school begins, visit TinyThrivers, a kids' zone for everyone to enjoy! From obstacle courses to water stations, everyone will have something to do.
BRANDED EXPERIENCES: From 💧 Complimentary IV Hydration Therapy, courtesy of IVMe, 🔥 The Infrared Salt Lounge by Perspire, 🍊 The Squeeze Zone by Orangetheory Fitness, Energy in Motion Lounge - Powered by Nicor ⚡️, and wellness treatments, everything is interactive, complimentary, and top-tier. Plus over 40+ sponsored brand experiences,
SWAG BAGS: First 150 people in line, raffles, exclusive THRIVEFest promotions, and more!
FOLLOW : @thrivefest_naperville to learn more or visit: <a href="https://www.thrivefestevents.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.thrivefestevents.com </a>
JOIN THE THRIVE TRIBE:
Follow @saltsociety_wellnessevents join us at pop-up events on the road to THRIVEFest!</ul>
Event Details:
<ul><li>Category: Fitness, Health, Wellness</li><li>Date: Saturday, August 1st, 2026</li><li>Time: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM CST</li><li>Location: Benedetti-Wehrli Stadium, North Central College, 455 South Brainard Street, Naperville, IL 60540</li></ul>
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Local Event: THRIVEFest Health, Wellness, and Fitness Festival

DuPage County

Naperville

THRIVEFest Health, Wellness, and Fitness Festival

50+ experiences. 2 stages. Fitness. Wellness. Music.
🎟️ Tickets start at $29 (prices increase closer to the event)
Ticket prices...

Noon Whistle Brewing

Sip. Shop. Collect. Repeat.&nbsp; The hunt is on this Saturday.

Join us Saturday, August 1, from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Noon Whistle Brewing, 1748 W. Jefferson Ave., Naperville, for the second annual Vinyl, Comics &amp; Cards Market.
Whether you're chasing that elusive comic, digging for the perfect vinyl record, searching for rare trading cards, or looking for incredible pop culture artwork, you'll find something worth taking home. Every booth offers new discoveries, from vintage treasures to modern collectibles, handmade creations, original illustrations, toys, POP figures, custom dice, and so much more.
Meet talented artists, comic illustrators, record dealers, and collectors from across the region while supporting local small businesses. Whether you're a lifelong collector or just getting started, this is the perfect opportunity to expand your collection and connect with others who share your passion.
Take a break with fresh-roasted coffee from Gigawatt Coffee Roasters, enjoy delicious treats from Masterclass Savory Sweet Foods, and pair it all with award-winning craft beer from Noon Whistle Brewing.
The market is indoors, rain or shine, with a couple of vendors outside on the beer garden patio if the weather cooperates. Admission is always free.
Bring your friends, bring your want list, and see what treasures are waiting for you.
Featured Artists &amp; Vendors: Apex Records Store LLC Back Issue Bin 73 – Ron Baguisa Belonio Doodles Black Flag Trading Buckys Collectibles Custom Dice by Alyssa DK Custom Woodwork Co. Dye The Day Away Gigawatt Coffee Roasters GMuzik – Jonas Grigola Jeannine's Jems Jen Watson Art Kevin Fagaragan Illustration Kulay Illustrations Lorenzo Bonilla and Christina Damarjian Magic Deck Vortex Masterclass Savory Sweet Foods Skulls &amp; Sketches Space Age Comics The Art of Archangelo The Record Den Tony K Records – Tony Kingman Winston Gambro
Mark yourself "Going," invite your fellow collectors, and we'll see you Saturday.
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