Central Park West — Attraction in Oak Brook

I've been meaning to post this and this is long over due. I hosted my 10 year wedding anniversary here. The space is really pretty, I was going for a rustic theme and this truly accommodated me. I comfortably fit 90 guests and was a able to have a bartender, a sweets area and a dance floor. My event was in March which was still chilly, they have a nice outdoor fireplace area. I had 5 round large tables and 10 high boy tables. My coordinator didn't respond in a timely matter which did cause concern, my floor plan wasn't as I requested luckily there was enough time to make adjustments. The young man who was there overseeing everything was super nice an attentive. Highly recommend this venue for a budget...

While most people review the park portion of this location. I wanted to review a special event at the park. I chose the Christmas and holiday lights display in December.

Out of all the Christmas light displays in any suburb of Chicago, this one definitely ranks in the top three

You’ll find unique lights, festive music and a nice walking path to get some exercise.

What makes this light show unique is that much of the lights are interactive and move and adjust with the music.

Parking is plentiful and free right in the park property.

If you aren’t local to the Oakbrook area, this location is easily accessible from I-88. It’s located 2 minutes from...

Like a mini Morton Arboretum, the central park west in Oakbrook is a pleasant experience. The various sponsors who enabled the lighting and the use of modern technology makes the walk in the park a great experience. The added advantage that it's free to the public, less crowded and shorter makes it a quick trip. There's ample parking and the walk starts right away and ends back at the parking lot.

On a gentle evening like Christmas day this year, the weather was great and not too chilly or windy. A must visit for people who love walking, outdoors, trees, nature and of...