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

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…

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2023 - 2024 School's Out Days Mar 28

2023 - 2024 School's Out Days

PREPARE YOUR CHILD FOR SCHOOL'S OUT DAYS! When schools are closed, structured activities and childcare programs help to keep your child safe, engaged, and learning. At the Elmhurst Y, our…

Flashlight Egg Hunt Mar 28

Flashlight Egg Hunt

Calling all egg-hunters aged 11-16! Grab your flashlight and join your friends in the frenzy as you search for prize eggs filled with candy, gift certificates and other great prizes. No need to…

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Bring Back the Mile! Feb 09
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Bring Back the Mile!

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The Superior Ambulance Service Elmhurst Cycling Classic Returns June 8, 2024 with The Elmhurst Twilight Mile! Many Elmhurst residents are…

Racing Action Returns to Elmhurst! Nov 02
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Racing Action Returns to Elmhurst!

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The Superior Ambulance Service Elmhurst Cycling Classic Returns June 8, 2024 We are pleased to announce the return of the Superior Ambulance…