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Special eNews - July 29, 2025


Don't worry - summer is not over yet!


There's still lots of fun to be had in Darien!


Check out these upcoming events - come out and enjoy!


A big thanks to the Darien Park District for offering the City the use of Westwood Park for these events.


Summer Concert Series - July 31


Join us this Thursday, July 31, at Westwood Park for the free Summer Concert Series featuring Ocean's Rat Pack! There will be delicious food available from local restaurants and the show starts at 6:00 p.m. Please bring any cleaning supplies and canned goods you have to donate to Our Lady of Mount Carmel Food Pantry.

National Night Out: August 5


Save the date for August 5th to come meet your neighbors and help make our neighborhoods safer at Westwood Park during the National Night Out event! View the flyer here.


Would you like to represent your business or group at this year's National Night Out event? Contact Sgt. Doug Rumick at 630-353-8304/drumick@darienil.gov or Ofc. Lauren Throm at 630-353-8303/lthrom@darienil.gov.

37th Annual Darien Fest: August 8-10


Join us August 8 - 10 as Darien Fest returns to Westwood Park (northeast corner of 75th St. and Fairview Ave). There will be carnival rides, food and drinks, a Business EXPO, and live entertainment daily! Unlimited ride specials are available.


Entertainment includes live music every night starting at 7:30 p.m.:


Friday - Blind Reality

Saturday - Bad Medicine

Sunday - Reckless


NO pets, bikes, motorized scooters or bikes, coolers or outside food and beverages are allowed inside the grounds. Information on fest parking will be provided in Direct Connect prior to the fest.

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Mayor Joe Marchese, (630) 200-2390



Bryon Vana, City Administrator,

(630) 353-8114


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