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culture and entertainment
An Orland Park Lifestyle
Orland Park is fortunate to be in the center of an area rich in cultural
amenities. Residents satisfy their tastes for talent and expression
in nearby theaters, concert halls and galleries. Nearby colleges
and universities, including Moraine Valley Community College and
Governors State University, house modern performing arts centers and
galleries, and host a number of locally and nationally known artists,
speakers and events. A number of additional cultural attractions make
their homes in the Chicago Southland area. The Illinois Philharmonic
Orchestra is based in Park Forest, as are the Conservatory of Music and
Dance and the Illinois Theatre Center.
Orland Park residents also enjoy easy access to the plethora of cultural
and entertainment opportunities throughout the Chicago area. Locally,
Orland Park boasts its own village sponsored, Orland Park Theatre
Troupe that produces three shows a year, including its annual musical
at the Carl Sandburg High School Performing Arts Center. The Village
of Orland Park Comedy Improv Team performs 10 shows throughout
the year. Orland Park is fortunate to have two very active facets of its
cultural community --- the village’s Arts Commission and the Beacon
Avenue History Museum. The arts commission sponsors cultural
events throughout the year and the history museum showcases the
community’s very rich history.
Festivals and special events bring the Orland Park community together.
Market at the Park is held on Thursdays from late May until mid-July
from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Crescent Park, 9705 W. 142nd Street. With more
than 40 vendors, this summer attraction offers fresh produce, herbs,
flowers, plants, bakery, artisanal cheese, honey, organic products and
more. Added features include weekly entertainment, lawn games and
the adjacent car show.
The Orland Park Police Department has won national honors for its
“National Night Out Against Crime” and has raised thousands of
dollars for Special Olympics Illinois with Cop On A Rooftop and its Ride
for Special Olympics each year. The Recreation Department oversees
the village’s July 4th Celebration that draws thousands to the annual
fireworks display set to music.
The highlight of summer in Orland Park is the village’s annual Taste
of Orland Park Festival, showcasing the finest eateries in the village.
This three day fest that includes live music, community groups, local
entertainment, a car show and a day devoted to children draws 45,000
A bronze statue of Orland Park’s first mayor, John Humphrey, welcomes
commuters outside of the 143rd Street Metra Station.
people each year. The Recreation Department facilitates a number
of village sponsored special events, including outdoor concerts,
children’s shows, outdoor movies, and family pool events. In addition to
these exciting community happenings, the Orland Park Area Chamber
of Commerce offers a calendar year full of events. From regularly
scheduled business after hours and luncheons to ribbon cuttings/open
houses, the Community Expo, annual golf outing and Arts & Drafts,
there is always something happening in Orland Park!
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