Winter Lights at Central Park

Every evening from 4:30-9:30 PM

Bundle up for the Winter Lights at Central Park!

As the sun sets and darkness descends, Central Park transforms into a magical winter wonderland. Thousands of twinkling lights illuminate the 1/2 mile walk through the beautifully lit Central Park, creating a mesmerizing spectacle. Discover dancing trees, colorful rainbow arches, cascading snowflakes, dazzling twirling icicles, vibrantly colored butterflies, and musical hearts throughout this scenic walk. This walk is FREE to the community and accessible to all. 

The Winter Lights at Central Park will occur from November 21, 2025, to January 4, 2026, every evening from 4:30 to 9:30 PM.  

• Photo opportunities throughout the walk.
• FREE to attend, with donations being accepted to benefit the Peoples Resource Center and The Oak Brook Park District Foundation.
• Inclusive and accessible. Anyone can walk or roll through the light show on our paved path.
• The walking path is a one-way, looped circle.
• Indoor restrooms are available during Cocoa Cabin hours. Limited restrooms are available on other nights on the back side of the Central Park West building.  Cocoa Cabin | Oak Brook Park District (obparks.org)

*Path closes at 9:30 PM each night and during inclement weather. (heavy snow, ice, rain, or lightning) Any closure will be posted on this page. 

*Dogs are allowed on a leash.

Sensory-Friendly Time - New for 2025

• From 4 pm to 4:30 pm every day, all blinking and moving lights are static or significantly slowed down, and music is silenced. Oak Brook Park District works to minimize barriers and ensure that everyone can fully experience the lights.

The Oak Brook Park District Foundation is proud to partner with People’s Resource Center! Together, we support a community dedicated to meeting basic human needs, promoting dignity and justice, and building a future of hope and opportunity for residents of DuPage County, Illinois.

💙 Join us in making a difference—donate online today!

Important Parking Information
If the weather is at a comfortable temperature, Winter Lights will be very busy, and parking lots will fill.  Please use the additional parking location on the map below, then walk to the start of the lights. Do not park in the grass or non-designated parking lots. Thank you for your patience!

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