Close to everything,
unlike anything.
Our vibrant, tree-lined community is thriving with retail shops, fine dining, outstanding theatre and art, excellent museums, and engaging events throughout the year.
Learn our colorful and rich history at the Elmhurst History Museum or explore modern art at the Elmhurst Art Museum with its McCormick House designed and built by Mies van der Rohe. Shop and play in the bustling downtown, Elmhurst City Centre, which offers everything from urban boutiques to live music, movies and exciting events. Revel to sounds of Mozart Beethoven and Mahler at the Elmhurst Symphony Orchestra. Take a leisurely walk, bike ride or jog down the pastoral 37-mile Illinois Prairie Path.
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Explore Elmhurst, IL, conveniently located just 16 miles west of Chicago’s loop! A vibrant, tree-lined community with thriving retail shops, fine dining, outstanding theatre and art, excellent museums, and engaging events throughout the year. There’s always plenty of excitement in Elmhurst, winter, summer, spring or fall. Join the festivities every month of the year, with special events, performances, and activities…
Upcoming Events
View All Events*SOLD OUT* Elmhurst Landmark Loop
*SOLD OUT* In honor of National Historic Preservation Month, join the Elmhurst History Museum and Elmhurst Historic Preservation Commission for a guided walking tour to explore the rich…
72nd Annual Pancake Breakfast & Mother's Day Plant Sale
Join the Kiwanis Club of Elmhurst at their FREE 71st Annual Pancake Breakfast and Mother's Day Plant Sale. Saturday May 9, 2026 from 7:30-11am at our new location: Stage 119/Modern Plate in…
Elmhurst University Spring Orchestra Concert
Join the Elmhurst University Orchestra for their spring concert on Saturday, May 9th at 7:00pm. Featuring the Malambo Composition Competition and Annual Concerto/Aria Competition Winners as they…
Green Garden Fair
From 9 AM to Noon on Saturday, May 9th, the First Congregational Church, 235 S. Kenilworth, Elmhurst, will be holding their annual Green Garden Fair. Pick up pre ordered, certified organic…
From the News Blog
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City of Elmhurst Names William R. Shanklin as Grand Marshal of the 108 th Memorial Day Parade The City of Elmhurst is proud to announce that…
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Elmhurst to be featured on PBS! An episode all about ELMHURST is airing on PBS Wisconsin on Thursday, April 9th at 7pm. Plus, it’ll be…
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Elmhurst Public Library Introduces New Seed Library For garden enthusiasts who want to try a new seed variety or wish to share a special heirloom…
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A short Q & A about the June 6, 2026 Elmhurst Cycling Classic Is it too early to think about Summer events? Absolutely not! Now is a great…
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ELMHURST, IL, Dec. 4, 2025 – As the United States approaches its 250th birthday, the City of Elmhurst is proud to announce a renewed…