As the nation marks its 250^th birthday this year, Elk Grove Village has its own reasons to celebrate. On July 17, Elk Grove Village will celebrate its 70^th anniversary and will be doing so not just on one day, but throughout the year with a host of special events, public service initiatives, concerts, and community challenges.

Stay tuned for more information by visiting the Village Website.

Community Blood Drive

As the Village celebrates its 70^th anniversary throughout 2026, the “Roll Up Your Sleeves and Save a Life” campaign is beginning and the Village invites the community to join. Join us Saturday, February 7 and at the first blood drive of the year and help save a life. Find more information on the Village Website.

Saturday, February 7
8 a.m. – 1 p.m.
901 Wellington Avenue – Room E

Coffee with the Board

Residents are welcome to stop by and meet the Mayor and Board of Trustees in a casual setting to discuss any concerns or have questions answered.

Saturday, February 7
9 a.m. – 11 a.m.
75 Turner Avenue

The Village of Elk Grove, in partnership with the Elk Grove Park District, is excited to unveil the official 2026 Mid-Summer Classics Concert Series. The Lineup features 5 concerts beginning July 4 with Jake Owen. The other artists include Fitz and The Tantrums, Foreigner, Smash Mouth, and Air Supply. Additional details can be found on the Village Website.

A 2025 cost-of-living survey of seven comparable communities confirms that Elk Grove Village continues to offer the lowest cost of living for residents. The Village has held this distinction for more than 10 years. For the 27^th consecutive year, Elk Grove Village maintained the lowest combined property tax rate in the area.

The annual survey compares the full range of municipal taxes and fees, including property and sales tax, waste and recycling, and water/sewer rates, and shows Elk Grove Village with the lowest annual municipal impact at $11,300. This affordability is made possible by a strong business community and the Village’s commitment to delivering high-quality services at reasonable costs, reinforcing Elk Grove Village as the Exceptional Community.

PaintCare, the new statewide paint recycling program, allows households and businesses to recycle leftover paint, stain, and varnish at participating local paint and hardware stores. Participating drop-off locations in Elk Grove Village include Sherwin-Williams at 697 Meacham Road, PPG Paint Store at 1345 Landmeier Road, and Miller Industrial at 621 E Devon Avenue. Find more information here.

A Caring Place is a low-cost socialization program for adults encouraging mental stimulation and interaction with peers through recreational and therapeutic activities. A Caring Place is hosted at Christus Victor Lutheran Church (1045 S. Arlington Heights Road) Monday through Thursday from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The cost to attend is $20 for a half day and $40 for a full day, and the first visit is free. For more information, please visit CLV’s website.

Pace provides curb to curb Dial-A-Ride bus service within Elk Grove Village city limits, excluding the industrial park area. The Dial-A-Ride service only operates from one Elk Grove Village address to another and operates Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Fares for a one-way trip are $1.30 per person, with a discounted fare of $0.65 for seniors (ages 65 or older), children under 11 accompanied by an adult, persons with disabilities, and students traveling to or from school. Additional information is available on the Village Website.