Please join our great police officers, fire fighters, and partnering agencies for the 36th annual National Night Out event on Tuesday, August 6th from 5:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. The event takes place at Maine West High School, 1755 S. Wolf Road in Des Plaines and offers a full evening of fun for the entire family. Meet McGruff the Crime Dog, eat some great food, and try your skills at the rock climbing wall! Just CLICK HERE for the informational flyer.

The City of Des Plaines invites you to join us Friday evenings for a special line-up of music and entertainment at Metropolitan Square. Our Friday Nights Live! events bring FREE family-friendly performances to the stage from June 21st to August 19th! Bring your own picnic to enjoy at the events, or grab a bite to eat at the Tap House Grill, Pot Belly’s, Giordano’s, or Panera Bread. The entertainment starts at 6:00 P.M. and ends at 9:30 P.M. (weather permitting). Click here for the complete line-up of headliners for the series, or visit us on Facebook!

Over 150 Des Plaines dining options are now at your fingertips with the launch of the Des Plaines Dining Guide. This new interactive map will help make it easy for your to decide on your next meal out as all of the following information can be found on this map: restaurant name, address and geographical information, phone number, website, details on delivery, outside eating and party room availability. With some many choices and types of cuisine, we hope that you explore our diverse dining scene and find a new favorite restaurant. Read more...

We are happy to announce that the City’s Police Department and Fire Department are now actively on social media. The official Twitter account of the Des Plaines Fire Department can be found at twitter.com/DesPlainesFD (@DesPlainesFD). The Official Facebook account of the Des Plaines Police Department can be found on Facebook by searching for Des Plaines Police Department. So, check it out and “Like” and “Follow” us today!