Entertainment at its finest can be found at a performance by the Grove Players , one of the oldest community theater groups in Illinois or by Our Town Productions , one of the areas newest. There are also a number of local movie theaters, one of which is the historic Tivoli Theater . The theater is home to a Wurlitzer Opus 942 organ, which was originally installed in a theater in Indiana and moved to the Downers Grove theater in 1992. Our Town Productions Experience the benefits of recreation with the Downers Grove Park District . Downers Grove Historical Museum History enthusiasts won t want to miss a visit to the Downers Grove Park District Historical Museum for an opportunity to learn about the history of Downers Grove and its relationship to local, state and national history.
Downers Grove spirit and pride come alive with the many annual events hosted in the village.
The Downtown Management Corporation sponsors Moonlight Madness in October, Founder s Day in May, the ever popular Cruise Nights on Fridays thru the summer and more. Other activities in Downers Grove are a Family Bike Tour in conjunction with the US Pro Criterium Bicycle Race in August and the Groovin in the Grove 5-K race. In addition, every summer residents and visitors alike look forward to the annual Heritage Festival in June. Coordinated by the Community Events Commission, the three day event benefits local non-profit organizations and features food, fun, amusement rides, fireworks and entertainment for all ages.