Welcome to Lombard
The lilac village with gorgeous brick bungalows.
Known as “The Lilac Village,” Lombard’s beautiful parks, historical architectural buildings, museums, and active, welcoming community have made it a hotspot for young families and tourists. Home to excellent schools and a bustling scene of year-round celebrations, the village interweaves traditional charm with a fresh outlook on life, offering residents big-city amenities and an enriched quality of life.
Lombard is conveniently located near major highways, while the Metra allows for a quick hop to downtown Chicago. The village’s serene streets boast an array of exquisite properties ranging in form and style, from unassuming Cape Cods to grandiose brick bungalows on private lots and custom-built mid-century modern ranches.
What to Love
- Lush, suburban setting free of pollution
- Charming historic architecture
- Close-knit, family-focused community
- Vibrant festivals with colorful parades
- Terrific accessibility to major highways
Local Lifestyle
Tranquil and enchanting Lombard’s fine amenities and convenient access to local attractions make it an ideal place to live out a high-quality suburban lifestyle. You won’t be able to get enough of the town’s cozy atmosphere and community that feels like family!
Amazing festivals foster the town’s cherished sense of unity and provide plenty of opportunities to hang out with family and friends. Residents are known to be kind and welcoming of people from all walks of life, so the inclusivity here is top-notch.
Dining, Entertainment, and Shopping
Live out the ultimate shopping experience at Yorktown Shopping Center, which serves up a mix of fine dining and top-tier retail outlets. Anchor stores include JCPenney, Marshals, and Von Maur. Stop by to catch a movie at the movie theater and even order something from the handcrafted restaurant menu!Pull up at Billy Brick’s Pizza for excellent wood-fired Neapolitan pizza, ice cream, and salads. Craving cheese curds or a mashed potato burger? The Babcock’s Grove House is calling. Sample some local brews and order up some classic comfort food dishes in the restaurant’s relaxing environment set in a historic 19th-century limestone building.Stop into Glen Prairie for a prairie-style dining experience with yummy picks like French onion soup, seared beef sirloin, and classic eggs benedict.
Things to Do
In this culturally rich historic village, there’s plenty to keep the family occupied. Explore Safari Land’s thrilling rides and Paradise Bay Water Park’s fun slides, and visit one of the most beautiful parks in Lombard: Lilacia Park. With its gorgeous variety of lilacs and tulips, it’s only natural that this floral paradise is home to its namesake festival, the highly anticipated Lilacia Festival! Overflowing with food, drinks, glitzy concerts, and tours, this festival’s highlight is usually the coronation of the Lilac Queen and Princess. The festival is topped off with a splendid parade finale.Play baseball in the summer with friends and colleagues at Sunset Knoll Recreation Center and Park and enjoy a picnic with everyone on the grass. If you have kids, you can bring them over to the splash pad or get sledding down the small hills. Grab some snacks and catch a movie under the stars at Lombard Park District’s Movies in the Park event. Just make sure to bring your blanket along in case it gets a little cold out at night!Wouldn’t it be nice to pack a picnic basket, your tackle box, poles, and bucket for a morning of fishing at The Fishing Derby? Trophies will be awarded for the biggest, smallest, and most caught fish categories for both Youths and Adults, and your kids can fish and compete at a smaller pond.
Schools
Lombard high schools belong to the Glenbard Township HSD 87, while elementary and middle school education is provided by the Lombard School District 44 and DuPage School District 45. A few of the district’s prestigious academic institutions are:
