The lilacs are blooming; enjoy them with some of these fun events!
This May, Lilacia Park in Lombard, Illinois will host numerous events that invite visitors to enjoy the beautiful blooms while participating in fun events. Read on to learn about some of the Lilac Time events you should look forward to this month.
Lilac Heritage Tours
Learn a little bit more about what makes Lilacia Park so special. Enjoy a tour of the Park led by a guide from the Lombard Historical Society. The tours are $5 per person and admission includes admittance to the “History of the Lilac Collection” exhibit. Each tour can accommodate up to 60 people; groups of 10+ are required to made advance reservations.
Lilac Time Beer Tasting (Ages 21+)
Join the Lombard Park District and Famous Liquors of Lombard to sample a variety of delicious beers in Lilacia Park. Tasters will get to sample different brews and learn a little bit more about their drinks. Participants will receive a tasting glass and a raffle ticket for prizes. This event will be held on Friday, May 18th from 7:00 pm-9:00 pm. Pre-registration for this event is required with R/NR Fees of $23/$36.
Lilac Mutt Strut 5K & Puppy Path
On Saturday, May 19th, the Lombard Park District will host its 13th annual 5K race and 1-mile Puppy Path event in partnership with Lilac Time. Both events are open for dog participation as well. All participants can pre-register by May 18th by 7:30 pm or register on-site starting at 6:30 am the day of the race. A t-shirt and a pancake breakfast ticket are included with registration. The race starts in front of the Administration Building at 227 W. Parkside Ave. Both the 5K and the Puppy Walk will take place from 8:00 am-9:00 am and registration will be $23 before the event, and $28 on the day of.
These are just a few of the events that will take place this month. For more information, please refer to Lilac Time’s May event schedule here. Lilacia Park is located at 150 S. Park Avenue, Lombard, IL 60148. The park is open daily from 9:00 am-9:00 pm. For more information about these fun events please visit Lilacia Park’s website here.
We at Steve Wilk Insurance Agency hope to see you at one of these great local events. If you are looking for assistance with your insurance this May, don’t hesitate to contact us. Check out our new office at 310 S Main Street, Suite C, Lombard, IL 60148.