Explore La Grange
An inviting mix of historic charm and modern amenities, the Village of La Grange is a welcoming community offering memorable experiences for the whole family.
Downtown La Grange is humming with activity. Home to over 30 restaurants, downtown is a dining hub for the western suburbs. Filled with independent, locally owned businesses, La Grange's retailers warmly welcome you with personalized service and unique products. Eminently walkable, downtown La Grange's expansive sidewalks are lined with outdoor cafes, one of a kind storefronts, and relaxing spots to enjoy an ice cream or a warm cup of coffee.
The historic La Grange Movie Theater at 80 South La Grange Rd has been entertaining residents and visitors for more than 80 years. Originally opened as a live theater in 1925, today it has six screens offering Hollywood blockbusters, art-house features, and family-fun entertainment in state of the art auditoriums, with heated and reclining seats.
Incorporated in 1879 and named after town founder Franklin Cossitt’s hometown of La Grange, Tennessee, parts of this vibrant town are included in the La Grange Historic District. The District is listed on the National Register of Historic Places for its concentration of late 19th century and early 20th century architectural styles represented in residential neighborhoods, as well as civic and commercial buildings. You can take in La Grange’s charm and history with self-guided walking tours hosted by the La Grange Historical Society, including a walking tour of Frank Lloyd Wright homes in the village.
There is always something happening in La Grange. La Grange is known for their many annual signature events, including its annual Pet Parade, Carnival, the La Grange Craft Fair, the West End Arts Festival, Hometown Holidays La Grange and the La Grange Farmers Market. Throughout the year, the La Grange Area Historical Society, La Grange Business Association, local not for profits, schools, and businesses also host a variety of festivals, fun runs, and special events.
Even though La Grange is only a little over 2.5 square miles, it has 78.5 acres for outdoor fun and recreation. Denning Park features 10 acres of playground, walking and jogging path, a community garden, and more. Sedgwick Park offers more than 20 acres including two basketball courts, four baseball fields and three soccer fields, while Gordon Park has 17 acres of accessible nature with a picnic shelter, playground, splash pad, three handball courts, fitness stations, butterfly garden, skate spot and much more. Make sure you check out the other parks and activities the Park District of La Grange provides too.
Come experience La Grange, located approximately 13 miles west of downtown Chicago in western Cook County. La Grange, IL is situated east of Hinsdale and Naperville, north of Willow Springs and Countryside, south of Western Springs and Brookfield, and west of Lyons and McCook.
Come see what La Grange has to offer and discover why La Grange is called “everyone’s downtown.”