Located in DuPage county, Westmont is about 18 miles west of the Chicago Loop and is considered a Chicago metropolitan area. Some great notable people are from Westmont including Muddy Waters, the founder of Chicago blues, and Ty Warner, inventor of Beanie Babies. This community as beautiful parks located within the Westmont Park District, greenery and plenty of things to do including the taste of Westmont and the Westmont Film Festival. Click here for more Westmont is an ideal location for drivers, as the town is located nearby I-355, I-88, I-294, and I-55, which can take drivers in an around the Chicagoland area quickly. Commuters can also opt to take trains into downtown Chicago from the Westmont Metra Station. The Westmont Park District manages terrific local parks, fitness clubs, and the Twin Lakes Golf Club. The Taste of Westmont is a great festival that incorporates some of the best food from local restaurants as well as some of the best music around the area. This great festival takes place in Westmont every July.