Explore Oak Park and Beyond

Explore Oak Park and Beyond Do more, just due west.
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Just due west of Chicago, Explore Oak Park and Beyond is a collection of communities with destination shopping, iconic food, street fests and cultural experiences.

There’s nothing better than outdoor dining in the summertime. Whether you prefer a well-shaded rooftop, a sunny beer gar...
06/21/2025

There’s nothing better than outdoor dining in the summertime. Whether you prefer a well-shaded rooftop, a sunny beer garden, or a breezy patio, Oak Park and Chicago’s near west suburbs offer plenty of options for an excellent dining experience—and the best views in town.

Here are some of the Oak Park area‘s best outdoor patios and rooftop so you can enjoy your meals outside, enjoying beautiful views from the best seat.

Huge thanks to Chef Gio and the team at La Notte Ristorante Italiano in Oak Park for hosting 42 international travel wri...
06/20/2025

Huge thanks to Chef Gio and the team at La Notte Ristorante Italiano in Oak Park for hosting 42 international travel writers last night! The food, the hospitality, the atmosphere; you gave them a true taste of what makes our region special!

Calling all artists: Submit your work for a chance to create beautiful public art for the Oak Park community and all who...
06/18/2025

Calling all artists: Submit your work for a chance to create beautiful public art for the Oak Park community and all who visit! Learn more here: https://forms.gle/U2ivRfqf16dPB5uM9

Tom's Steak House was featured on WGN Sunday Brunch! Enjoy the segment then enjoy a nice steak at Tom's!
06/17/2025

Tom's Steak House was featured on WGN Sunday Brunch! Enjoy the segment then enjoy a nice steak at Tom's!

Such a fun segment featuring Schoolhouse Kitchen + Studio - Oak Park on Fox 32 Chicago! Check it out now.
06/17/2025

Such a fun segment featuring Schoolhouse Kitchen + Studio - Oak Park on Fox 32 Chicago! Check it out now.

With Father's Day almost here, why not learn how to make one of his favorite desserts with the whole family at Schoolhouse Kitchen and Studio around the Chicago area.

Village of Broadview is celebrating its 110th birthday on Friday and Juneteenth on Saturday. Explore Broadview this week...
06/17/2025

Village of Broadview is celebrating its 110th birthday on Friday and Juneteenth on Saturday. Explore Broadview this week! Watch this clip to learn more!

The Village of Broadview in Cook County has big celebrations coming up, including Juneteenth and it's 110th birthday!

You’ve admired the stunning murals along the train tracks in Oak Park—maybe you even have a favorite. Now, step into the...
06/13/2025

You’ve admired the stunning murals along the train tracks in Oak Park—maybe you even have a favorite. Now, step into the creative world behind these masterpieces!
Join the Oak Park Area Arts Council and the Park District of Oak Park for an exclusive evening at Cheney Mansion, where you’ll meet the artists who brought these vibrant murals to life.
Friday, June 20th at 6pm.
tickets in link https://tinyurl.com/zfr9n7j7

Come meet Chicago’s fun next-door neighbors. They’re known for architecture and history, but the longer you visit, the more they reveal. Getting here is easy, deciding what to do first is harder.

Franklin Fest starts tonight! Don't miss out, see the full schedule below!
06/12/2025

Franklin Fest starts tonight! Don't miss out, see the full schedule below!

Butcher Shops Near Oak Park Worth Driving For
06/12/2025

Butcher Shops Near Oak Park Worth Driving For

Explore the Oak Park area's top butcher shops for premium meats, house-made sausages, and grill-ready favorites with a local twist.

Celebrate with the fathers and father figures in your life! If you had the chance to meet Anna or Cinderella which would...
06/10/2025

Celebrate with the fathers and father figures in your life! If you had the chance to meet Anna or Cinderella which would you choose? This Saturday, June 14 from 11am to 1pm you don't have to choose, you can meet both or all of the princesses at North Riverside Park Mall! Head to the lower level, near JCPenney for all the fun, games and dancing.

The Brookfield Shops at Progress Park - Everything You Need to Know
06/09/2025

The Brookfield Shops at Progress Park - Everything You Need to Know

You won't want to miss the incredible new Brookfield Shops at Progress Park! We're breaking down everything you need to know for your visit.

Thanks for visiting Cheney Mansion this week WGN Morning News!
06/07/2025

Thanks for visiting Cheney Mansion this week WGN Morning News!

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Meet Us in Oak Park

Welcome to Visit Oak Park, a collection of communities just a stone’s throw from downtown Chicago, where people come together and experience everything. Whether you’re a history buff or an adrenaline ju**ie, the communities of Visit Oak Park are the ideal place to discover the best of all worlds.

Come #VisitOakPark area to soak in the grandeur of Frank Lloyd Wright’s largest collection of architecture, swing like Tarzan through the forest preserves, or sip on one of America’s best local brews. All this and more is waiting for you to enjoy. Have a little fun. #MeetUsHere

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