Lilac Time Celebrates Annual Blooming At Lilacia Park In Lombard

LOMBARD, IL — Lombard will abloom with lilac-themed activities starting May 3 to herald the flowering lilacs and tulips at Lilacia Park for the 2025 season. The festivities feature tours of Lilacia Park's over seven acres, which teem with dozens of types of lilacs and more than 35,000 tulips.

Here's a look at the events planned for the two-week celebration of all things lilac.

Little Lady Lilac Ball

May 2 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Lombard Community Building

Geared toward dads and their daughters who are between the ages of three and 11, this event includes dancing, games, desserts and more. Click the link to register for the Little Lady Lilac Ball.

Lilac Queen Coronation

May 3 at 1 p.m.

Lilacia Park

Lombard will crown its 2025 Lilac Queen, an honor that started nearly a century ago.

Kaleidoscope Eyes Concert

May 3 from 2:45 p.m. to 4:15 p.m.

Lilacia Park

Kaleidoscope Eyes will play Beatles tunes in Lilacia Park. The band, based in Chicago, performs acoustic renditions of beloved Beatles hits.

Lilac Time Art & Craft Fair

May 4 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Downtown Lombard

Vendors will sell crafts, art pieces, food and more along St. Charles Road. The celebration also includes live entertainment and a special kids' activity area.

Lilacia Park Storytime

May 5, May 6, May 12 and May 13 at 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.

Helen Plum Library

Attendees are invited to bring blankets and chairs to the park near the picnic shelter for storytime. The family-friendly event includes interactive songs and stories.

Lilac Heritage Tour

May 6, 7, 8,9, 11 at 11 a.m.; May 10,13,14,15, 16 and 17 at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.

Led by a Lombard Historical Society expert, these guided tours highlight Lilacia Park's blooms and share information about the park's history. Tickets are $9 per person and tours start at the Carriage House on Maple Street.

Click the link to buy tickets to the Lilac Heritage Tour.

Perennial Plant Sale

May 8 from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m.; May 9 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Lilacia Park Greenhouse

Visitors can buy flowers for their homes during the Perennial Plant Sale, which is held near the Lilacia Park Greenhouse.

Lombard Garden Club Lilac Sale

May 8 from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m.

More than 400 lilac plants will be available for purchase, allowing visitors to take home a bit of Lilac Time. The sale features lilacs from 15 cultivars while supplies last.

Lilac Ball

May 9 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.

The Carlisle Lombard

Reservations are required for this annual ball, which features dinner, dancing and an open bar. To register, call 630-627-5040.

Victorian Cottage Tours

May 10 from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Lombard Historical Society

On Wednesdays and Saturdays, guests can visit Lombard Historical Society's Victorian Cottage to see what Lombard was like in its early days. Tours are available at 1 p.m., 2 p.m. and 3 p.m.

Kids' Day in Lilacia Park

May 10 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Lilacia Park

Live music from Istvan and His Imaginary Band will fill the air during this kid-friendly event. The show features interactive songs, contests and dance numbers. Crafts and games start at 2 p.m. and the band begins playing at 3 p.m.

The Prissillas Mother's Day Concert

May 11 from 2p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Lilacia Park

The all-female band The Prissillas will play live original song and covers during this concert in honor of Mother's Day.

Mutt Strut 5K and Mile

May 17 at 8 a.m.

This year marks the 20th Annual Mutt Strut 5K and Mile. Participants can run or walk solo or bring along their dogs to take part in the race.

Click the link to register for the Mutt Strut.

Wine Tasting

May 17 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Lilacia Park

Six different wines will be available to sample during this 21-and-over tasting. In the event of inclement weather, the wine tasting will be held in Lombard Community Building.

Click to register for the Wine Tasting in Lilacia Park.

Lilac Parade

May 18 at 1:30 p.m.

Downtown Lombard

The annual Lilac Parade kicks off at Main Street and marches through downtown Lombard to Wilson Avenue. Participants and use the theme Cruisin' on Main for inspiration.