East Dundee is a small village straddling the Fox River in Kane County, with a small section in Cook County, about 40 miles northwest of downtown Chicago. Incorporated in 1871, it has a population of about 3,200 and is known for its historic downtown, Santa's Village amusement park, and its position along the Fox River Trail. The village is served by CUSD 300 and has its own police department.
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All events →Apr 21VillagePolice Pension Board Regular Quarterly Meeting3:00 PMMay 7VillagePlanning, Zoning, and Historic Commission Regular Meeting7:30 PMMay 9VillageAnnual Shredding Event for East Dundee Residents9:30 AMMay 9VillageDepot Market Opening Day10:00 AMMay 28VillageThirsty Thursday Street Fest with Radio Gaga7:00 PMJun 4VillagePlanning, Zoning, and Historic Commission Regular Meeting7:30 PMJul 2VillagePlanning, Zoning, and Historic Commission Regular Meeting7:30 PMJul 8VillageLocal Liquor Control Commission Regular Meeting7:00 PM
Recent News
All news →NewsMAR 05, 2026
Elgin News Digest: Dundee firefighters selling St. Patrick’s gear; ECC student attending Dream Scholar conference
Roundup of small news items for the Elgin area.
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NewsMAR 03, 2026
East Dundee’s St. Patrick’s Day parade comes early this year and it’s packed with entertainment
In order to secure more entertainment, East Dundee's Thom McNamee Memorial St. Patrick’s Day Parade is a week earlier than usual.
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NewsMAR 03, 2026
East Dundee’s St. Patrick’s Day parade comes early this year and it’s packed with entertainment
East Dundee’s St. Patrick’s Day parade comes early this year and it’s packed with entertainment Chicago Tribune
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