Get Your Ice Cream Starting May 30! Visit your local, old-fashioned ice cream parlor, Sweets & Treats at Historic Wagner Farm Heritage Center, for rich, creamy Homer’s Ice Cream made with fresh ingredients. A sweet stop that makes summer even better! Choose from favorite flavors like vanilla, chocolate, strawberry, cookies & cream and refreshing lemon sorbet. […]
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5 events,June 19, 2026 to August 30, 2026, 9:30 to 4:00pm Kohl Children’s Museum of Greater Chicago announces the addition of an all-new “WhirlWind” exhibit designed to provide young visitors with […] Join us at Fountain Square in downtown Evanston for a relaxing lunchtime at Sunday Jazz at the Square, a weekly live music series showcasing the next generation of local jazz talent. Kicking off on Sunday, May 17, the jazz music will run every Sunday from Noon to 2PM through July 26. Each week, Zach Sorkin will convene a […] The Performing Arts Center, Deerfield High School: 1959 Waukegan Road | Deerfield, IL Show Dates and Times: - 7/18 (2PM-4:30PM) - 7/19 (2PM-4:30PM) - 7/24 (7:30PM-10:00PM) - 7/25 (2PM-4:30PM) - 7/26 (2PM-4:30PM) - 8/1 (2PM-4:30PM) - 8/1 (7:30PM-10:00PM) - 8/2 (2PM-4:30PM) Adored by multi-generational audiences, Disney's The Little Mermaid is a spectacular production and beautiful […] |
3 events,Get Your Ice Cream Starting May 30! Visit your local, old-fashioned ice cream parlor, Sweets & Treats at Historic Wagner Farm Heritage Center, for rich, creamy Homer’s Ice Cream made with fresh ingredients. A sweet stop that makes summer even better! Choose from favorite flavors like vanilla, chocolate, strawberry, cookies & cream and refreshing lemon sorbet. […] June 19, 2026 to August 30, 2026, 9:30 to 4:00pm Kohl Children’s Museum of Greater Chicago announces the addition of an all-new “WhirlWind” exhibit designed to provide young visitors with […] Welcome to Children’s Art Classes Glenview, where creativity and early childhood education come together. Our art and painting classes, drawing classes, and arts education programs are designed to encourage imagination, build confidence, and support childhood development through visual arts. We offer a wide range of programs, from drawing classes for beginners to advanced painting workshops […]
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3 events,Get Your Ice Cream Starting May 30! Visit your local, old-fashioned ice cream parlor, Sweets & Treats at Historic Wagner Farm Heritage Center, for rich, creamy Homer’s Ice Cream made with fresh ingredients. A sweet stop that makes summer even better! Choose from favorite flavors like vanilla, chocolate, strawberry, cookies & cream and refreshing lemon sorbet. […] June 19, 2026 to August 30, 2026, 9:30 to 4:00pm Kohl Children’s Museum of Greater Chicago announces the addition of an all-new “WhirlWind” exhibit designed to provide young visitors with […] MomTalk is a warm, welcoming space where moms can come together to connect, share, and support one another — no judgment, just real conversation. It's facilitated by Brooke La Count, LPC, and designed to meet you right where you are in your motherhood journey. A few spots have already been reserved, but we still have […] |
5 events,Get Your Ice Cream Starting May 30! Visit your local, old-fashioned ice cream parlor, Sweets & Treats at Historic Wagner Farm Heritage Center, for rich, creamy Homer’s Ice Cream made with fresh ingredients. A sweet stop that makes summer even better! Choose from favorite flavors like vanilla, chocolate, strawberry, cookies & cream and refreshing lemon sorbet. […] June 19, 2026 to August 30, 2026, 9:30 to 4:00pm Kohl Children’s Museum of Greater Chicago announces the addition of an all-new “WhirlWind” exhibit designed to provide young visitors with […] Highwood Evening Gourmet Market Wednesdays June 3 - Aug 26, 2026 4:30 - 9:00 pm Celebrate Highwood is thrilled to announce its 2026 Wednesday Evening Gourmet Market music line-up at […]
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Margarita Night Wednesday, July 29, 2026 4:30 - 9:00 pm Everts Park (111 North Ave.) This festive theme night invites attendees to dress in their favorite Jimmy Buffet-style, Parrothead and Hawaiian gear to party to the sounds of a Jimmy Buffet tribute band. There will be beach balls, flamingos, margaritas, Carribean food, key lime pie […] |
4 events,Get Your Ice Cream Starting May 30! Visit your local, old-fashioned ice cream parlor, Sweets & Treats at Historic Wagner Farm Heritage Center, for rich, creamy Homer’s Ice Cream made with fresh ingredients. A sweet stop that makes summer even better! Choose from favorite flavors like vanilla, chocolate, strawberry, cookies & cream and refreshing lemon sorbet. […] June 19, 2026 to August 30, 2026, 9:30 to 4:00pm Kohl Children’s Museum of Greater Chicago announces the addition of an all-new “WhirlWind” exhibit designed to provide young visitors with […] Now in its third year, Downtown Summer Sounds is a free, outdoor concert series at Fountain Square in downtown Evanston. For nine weeks, from July 9 through September 3, an exciting mix of local […] xperience the vibrant rhythm of summer at Downtown Evanston’s free outdoor concert series – Downtown Summer Sounds – kicking off on Thursday, July 9! Join us every Thursday evening (6-8PM) from July 9 to September 3 to gather under the open sky at Fountain Square to celebrate music, culture, and community spirit. Whether you're a seasoned music enthusiast or simply seeking to enjoy a summer evening with family and friends, get ready to groove, mingle, and make happy memories in downtown Evanston. By design, Downtown Summer Sounds will feature a wide range of musical genres and performers. In addition to great live music, the concert series is also an opportunity to showcase six local nonprofit organizations. Each nonprofit has one Thursday evening to set up a tent & table and share their story with the community. The nonprofits are also involved in selecting the band for their evening and assisting with general promotion of the concert series. On the three remaining dates of the 2026 concert series (July 9, August 6, and September 3), Downtown Evanston will concurrently host an outdoor Thursday Night Market, featuring artists, makers, and retailers from the regional community. New this year, there will be a free community salsa dance lesson provided by Trabuco Salsa Band on July 9. And returning this year, there will be free community swing dance lessons provided by Traffic Jam Swing on July 23 and August 27. The free salsa dance and swing dance lessons will all take place from 5:30-6PM, followed by more dancing with the live bands from 6-8PM! During the concerts, there will be beer for sale from Sketchbook Brewing Co., and wine, beer, canned cocktails, and other soft drinks for sale from Five & Dime. On each evening, there will also be several food trucks and food vendors on site (5411 Empanadas, C&W Ice Cream, Evanston Latinos, Firehouse Grill, La Cocinita, Soul & Smoke), as well as free children's art activities provided by the Ridgeville Park District. Composting during the concerts will be provided by The Urban Canopy. 2026 Downtown Summer Sounds concert schedule (subject to change): July 9 | Trabuco Salsa Band, presented in conjunction with Downtown Evanston's Thursday Night Market, and featuring a free salsa dance lesson from 5:30-6PM July 16 | Chicken Bone, presented in partnership with the James B. Moran Center July 23 | Joel Patterson Swing Quartet, presented in partnership with the Partners of the Evanston Public Library, and featuring a free swing dance lesson from 5:30-6PM provided by Traffic Jam Swing July 30 | Mixx Company Band, presented in partnership with Evanston Cradle to Career […]
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4 events,Get Your Ice Cream Starting May 30! Visit your local, old-fashioned ice cream parlor, Sweets & Treats at Historic Wagner Farm Heritage Center, for rich, creamy Homer’s Ice Cream made with fresh ingredients. A sweet stop that makes summer even better! Choose from favorite flavors like vanilla, chocolate, strawberry, cookies & cream and refreshing lemon sorbet. […] June 19, 2026 to August 30, 2026, 9:30 to 4:00pm Kohl Children’s Museum of Greater Chicago announces the addition of an all-new “WhirlWind” exhibit designed to provide young visitors with […] Starting May 1, Music with Mr. Dave will be at Braeside every Friday at 10:30am. Something new for your Friday morning routine. A fun, low-pressure class where kids can move, […] Downtown Concerts at Port Clinton Fridays, July 10 - September 25 | 6 PM - 8 PM Port Clinton Square (600 Central Ave.) Spend your Friday evenings at Port Clinton with great food and great music. Enjoy 10 Friday evening concerts featuring performances from a variety of artists and genres (including special performances by Highland […] |
5 events,April 18-October 31 Saturdays 8AM-1PM 722 Green Bay Rd June 19, 2026 to August 30, 2026, 9:30 to 4:00pm Kohl Children’s Museum of Greater Chicago announces the addition of an all-new “WhirlWind” exhibit designed to provide young visitors with […] For Tickets and More Info Laurie Berkner - Sat, Aug 1, 2026, 11:00 AM “The Adele of the preschool crowd” (New York Times) returns to Ravinia this summer, promising a […] |
2 events,June 19, 2026 to August 30, 2026, 9:30 to 4:00pm Kohl Children’s Museum of Greater Chicago announces the addition of an all-new “WhirlWind” exhibit designed to provide young visitors with the opportunity to explore the power of wind and air. Created by the team at Kohl’s Children Museum, each component of “WhirlWind” promotes collaborative play […] The Performing Arts Center, Deerfield High School: 1959 Waukegan Road | Deerfield, IL Show Dates and Times: - 7/18 (2PM-4:30PM) - 7/19 (2PM-4:30PM) - 7/24 (7:30PM-10:00PM) - 7/25 (2PM-4:30PM) - 7/26 (2PM-4:30PM) - 8/1 (2PM-4:30PM) - 8/1 (7:30PM-10:00PM) - 8/2 (2PM-4:30PM) Adored by multi-generational audiences, Disney's The Little Mermaid is a spectacular production and beautiful […] |
1 event,June 19, 2026 to August 30, 2026, 9:30 to 4:00pm Kohl Children’s Museum of Greater Chicago announces the addition of an all-new “WhirlWind” exhibit designed to provide young visitors with the opportunity to explore the power of wind and air. Created by the team at Kohl’s Children Museum, each component of “WhirlWind” promotes collaborative play […] |
3 events,June 19, 2026 to August 30, 2026, 9:30 to 4:00pm Kohl Children’s Museum of Greater Chicago announces the addition of an all-new “WhirlWind” exhibit designed to provide young visitors with the opportunity to explore the power of wind and air. Created by the team at Kohl’s Children Museum, each component of “WhirlWind” promotes collaborative play […] MomTalk is a warm, welcoming space where moms can come together to connect, share, and support one another — no judgment, just real conversation. It's facilitated by Brooke La Count, LPC, and designed to meet you right where you are in your motherhood journey. A few spots have already been reserved, but we still have […] Event Website Get ready to pedal into 2026 as part of Downtown Evanston's ongoing collaboration with Evanston Transit Alliance and Chicago Family Biking/Evanston Kidical Mass. From May through October, we're bringing you two fantastic series of monthly bike rides that promise fun, fitness, and a whole lot of community spirit! The adult rides will be led by Evanston […] |
4 events,June 19, 2026 to August 30, 2026, 9:30 to 4:00pm Kohl Children’s Museum of Greater Chicago announces the addition of an all-new “WhirlWind” exhibit designed to provide young visitors with the opportunity to explore the power of wind and air. Created by the team at Kohl’s Children Museum, each component of “WhirlWind” promotes collaborative play […] Highwood Evening Gourmet Market Wednesdays June 3 - Aug 26, 2026 4:30 - 9:00 pm Celebrate Highwood is thrilled to announce its 2026 Wednesday Evening Gourmet Market music line-up at the bandshell in Everts Park (111 North Avenue, Highwood)! A highly coveted destination on the North Shore for Wednesday evening gigs, the weekly outdoor music […] Every year, volunteers across our community come together for five days and put on an exciting festival for residents of Northbrook and surrounding towns. The fest includes rides, games, live […] |
5 events,June 19, 2026 to August 30, 2026, 9:30 to 4:00pm Kohl Children’s Museum of Greater Chicago announces the addition of an all-new “WhirlWind” exhibit designed to provide young visitors with […] Now entering its 8th year, Downtown Evanston's Thursday Night Markets showcase artists, makers, and retailers from the regional community. The 2026 market dates are June 11, July 9, August 6, and […] Every year, volunteers across our community come together for five days and put on an exciting festival for residents of Northbrook and surrounding towns. The fest includes rides, games, live […] |
3 events,June 19, 2026 to August 30, 2026, 9:30 to 4:00pm Kohl Children’s Museum of Greater Chicago announces the addition of an all-new “WhirlWind” exhibit designed to provide young visitors with […] Downtown Concerts at Port Clinton Fridays, July 10 - September 25 | 6 PM - 8 PM Port Clinton Square (600 Central Ave.) Spend your Friday evenings at Port Clinton […] Every year, volunteers across our community come together for five days and put on an exciting festival for residents of Northbrook and surrounding towns. The fest includes rides, games, live […] |
5 events,April 18-October 31 Saturdays 8AM-1PM 722 Green Bay Rd June 19, 2026 to August 30, 2026, 9:30 to 4:00pm Kohl Children’s Museum of Greater Chicago announces the addition of an all-new “WhirlWind” exhibit designed to provide young visitors with […] For Tickets and More Info Laurie Berkner - Sat, Aug 1, 2026, 11:00 AM “The Adele of the preschool crowd” (New York Times) returns to Ravinia this summer, promising a […] |
3 events,June 19, 2026 to August 30, 2026, 9:30 to 4:00pm Kohl Children’s Museum of Greater Chicago announces the addition of an all-new “WhirlWind” exhibit designed to provide young visitors with […] Every year, volunteers across our community come together for five days and put on an exciting festival for residents of Northbrook and surrounding towns. The fest includes rides, games, live […] |
1 event,June 19, 2026 to August 30, 2026, 9:30 to 4:00pm Kohl Children’s Museum of Greater Chicago announces the addition of an all-new “WhirlWind” exhibit designed to provide young visitors with […] |
2 events,June 19, 2026 to August 30, 2026, 9:30 to 4:00pm Kohl Children’s Museum of Greater Chicago announces the addition of an all-new “WhirlWind” exhibit designed to provide young visitors with […] MomTalk is a warm, welcoming space where moms can come together to connect, share, and support one another — no judgment, just real conversation. It's facilitated by Brooke La Count, […] |
3 events,June 19, 2026 to August 30, 2026, 9:30 to 4:00pm Kohl Children’s Museum of Greater Chicago announces the addition of an all-new “WhirlWind” exhibit designed to provide young visitors with […] Highwood Evening Gourmet Market Wednesdays June 3 - Aug 26, 2026 4:30 - 9:00 pm Celebrate Highwood is thrilled to announce its 2026 Wednesday Evening Gourmet Market music line-up at […]
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Garlic Fest Wednesday, August 12, 2026 4:30 - 9:00 pm Everts Park (111 North Avenue) The smell of garlic brings people from near and far to this festive food-filled fest that showcases a plethora of dishes with the ever-popular taste (and scent) of garlic, with live music and plenty of family-friendly activities to entertain all […] |
3 events,June 19, 2026 to August 30, 2026, 9:30 to 4:00pm Kohl Children’s Museum of Greater Chicago announces the addition of an all-new “WhirlWind” exhibit designed to provide young visitors with […] Now in its third year, Downtown Summer Sounds is a free, outdoor concert series at Fountain Square in downtown Evanston. For nine weeks, from July 9 through September 3, an exciting mix of local and regional bands will perform on Thursday evenings from 6-8PM (see schedule below). In addition to great live music, the concert series is also an opportunity to […] xperience the vibrant rhythm of summer at Downtown Evanston’s free outdoor concert series – Downtown Summer Sounds – kicking off on Thursday, July 9! Join us every Thursday evening (6-8PM) from July 9 to September 3 to gather under the open sky at Fountain Square to celebrate music, culture, and community spirit. Whether you're a seasoned music enthusiast or simply seeking to enjoy a summer evening with family and friends, get ready to groove, mingle, and make happy memories in downtown Evanston. By design, Downtown Summer Sounds will feature a wide range of musical genres and performers. In addition to great live music, the concert series is also an opportunity to showcase six local nonprofit organizations. Each nonprofit has one Thursday evening to set up a tent & table and share their story with the community. The nonprofits are also involved in selecting the band for their evening and assisting with general promotion of the concert series. On the three remaining dates of the 2026 concert series (July 9, August 6, and September 3), Downtown Evanston will concurrently host an outdoor Thursday Night Market, featuring artists, makers, and retailers from the regional community. New this year, there will be a free community salsa dance lesson provided by Trabuco Salsa Band on July 9. And returning this year, there will be free community swing dance lessons provided by Traffic Jam Swing on July 23 and August 27. The free salsa dance and swing dance lessons will all take place from 5:30-6PM, followed by more dancing with the live bands from 6-8PM! During the concerts, there will be beer for sale from Sketchbook Brewing Co., and wine, beer, canned cocktails, and other soft drinks for sale from Five & Dime. On each evening, there will also be several food trucks and food vendors on site (5411 Empanadas, C&W Ice Cream, Evanston Latinos, Firehouse Grill, La Cocinita, Soul & Smoke), as well as free children's art activities provided by the Ridgeville Park District. Composting during the concerts will be provided by The Urban Canopy. 2026 Downtown Summer Sounds concert schedule (subject to change): July 9 | Trabuco Salsa Band, presented in conjunction with Downtown Evanston's Thursday Night Market, and featuring a free salsa dance lesson from 5:30-6PM July 16 | Chicken Bone, presented in partnership with the James B. Moran Center July 23 | Joel Patterson Swing Quartet, presented in partnership with the Partners of the Evanston Public Library, and featuring a free swing dance lesson from 5:30-6PM provided by Traffic Jam Swing July 30 | Mixx Company Band, presented in partnership with Evanston Cradle to Career […]
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2 events,June 19, 2026 to August 30, 2026, 9:30 to 4:00pm Kohl Children’s Museum of Greater Chicago announces the addition of an all-new “WhirlWind” exhibit designed to provide young visitors with the opportunity to explore the power of wind and air. Created by the team at Kohl’s Children Museum, each component of “WhirlWind” promotes collaborative play […] Downtown Concerts at Port Clinton Fridays, July 10 - September 25 | 6 PM - 8 PM Port Clinton Square (600 Central Ave.) Spend your Friday evenings at Port Clinton with great food and great music. Enjoy 10 Friday evening concerts featuring performances from a variety of artists and genres (including special performances by Highland […] |
3 events,April 18-October 31 Saturdays 8AM-1PM 722 Green Bay Rd June 19, 2026 to August 30, 2026, 9:30 to 4:00pm Kohl Children’s Museum of Greater Chicago announces the addition of an all-new “WhirlWind” exhibit designed to provide young visitors with the opportunity to explore the power of wind and air. Created by the team at Kohl’s Children Museum, each component of “WhirlWind” promotes collaborative play […] For Tickets and More Info Laurie Berkner - Sat, Aug 1, 2026, 11:00 AM “The Adele of the preschool crowd” (New York Times) returns to Ravinia this summer, promising a joyful afternoon of family-friendly hits! With a catalog of favorites like “We Are the Dinosaurs” and “The Goldfish,” Laurie has earned a dedicated following, creating […] |
4 events,June 13, 2026 at 8:30am to 11am July 18, 2026 at 8:30 to 11am August 16, 2026 at 8:30 to 11am 1849 Green Bay Road Suite 107 Must email to […] Join us this summer for Evanston Cars & Coffee, a series of free community events featuring vintage classics, muscle cars, rare exotics, limited-production modern performance cars, and unique daily drivers. Mark your calendar for these three Sundays from 9:30AM-Noon: July 19, August 16, and September 20. All cars will be showcased on Sherman Avenue between Church […] June 19, 2026 to August 30, 2026, 9:30 to 4:00pm Kohl Children’s Museum of Greater Chicago announces the addition of an all-new “WhirlWind” exhibit designed to provide young visitors with the opportunity to explore the power of wind and air. Created by the team at Kohl’s Children Museum, each component of “WhirlWind” promotes collaborative play […] |
1 event,June 19, 2026 to August 30, 2026, 9:30 to 4:00pm Kohl Children’s Museum of Greater Chicago announces the addition of an all-new “WhirlWind” exhibit designed to provide young visitors with […] |
2 events,June 19, 2026 to August 30, 2026, 9:30 to 4:00pm Kohl Children’s Museum of Greater Chicago announces the addition of an all-new “WhirlWind” exhibit designed to provide young visitors with […] MomTalk is a warm, welcoming space where moms can come together to connect, share, and support one another — no judgment, just real conversation. It's facilitated by Brooke La Count, LPC, and designed to meet you right where you are in your motherhood journey. A few spots have already been reserved, but we still have […] |
3 events,June 19, 2026 to August 30, 2026, 9:30 to 4:00pm Kohl Children’s Museum of Greater Chicago announces the addition of an all-new “WhirlWind” exhibit designed to provide young visitors with […] Highwood Evening Gourmet Market Wednesdays June 3 - Aug 26, 2026 4:30 - 9:00 pm Celebrate Highwood is thrilled to announce its 2026 Wednesday Evening Gourmet Market music line-up at […]
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Girls who Grill - Grilling Class Join us at The Backyard Barbecue Store for a fun and interactive grilling class just for the ladies! Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned pro, this event is perfect for anyone looking to up their grilling game. Learn new techniques and tips from Babs Boards. Get hands-on experience and enjoy […]
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4 events,June 19, 2026 to August 30, 2026, 9:30 to 4:00pm Kohl Children’s Museum of Greater Chicago announces the addition of an all-new “WhirlWind” exhibit designed to provide young visitors with […] 3rd Thursday of every month until November 2026 A warm, empowering space to learn, share, and rise stronger through perimenopause and menopause. The Peri Power Hour for Midlife Women (Virtual Experience) This is not just another webinar. It is a thoughtfully guided, virtual space for midlife women to better understand what is shifting, physically, mentally, […] Now in its third year, Downtown Summer Sounds is a free, outdoor concert series at Fountain Square in downtown Evanston. For nine weeks, from July 9 through September 3, an exciting mix of local […] |
2 events,June 19, 2026 to August 30, 2026, 9:30 to 4:00pm Kohl Children’s Museum of Greater Chicago announces the addition of an all-new “WhirlWind” exhibit designed to provide young visitors with […] Downtown Concerts at Port Clinton Fridays, July 10 - September 25 | 6 PM - 8 PM Port Clinton Square (600 Central Ave.) Spend your Friday evenings at Port Clinton […] |
4 events,April 18-October 31 Saturdays 8AM-1PM 722 Green Bay Rd June 19, 2026 to August 30, 2026, 9:30 to 4:00pm Kohl Children’s Museum of Greater Chicago announces the addition of an all-new “WhirlWind” exhibit designed to provide young visitors with […]
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Vintage Car Show Saturday, August 22 | 12 PM - 4 PM St. Johns North Lot (525 Central Ave.) Step back in time and experience the elegance, craftsmanship, and the nostalgia of a bygone era. Relive the golden age of automobiles at the Vintage Car Show on Saturday, August 22. Head to the St. John’s […] |
2 events,June 19, 2026 to August 30, 2026, 9:30 to 4:00pm Kohl Children’s Museum of Greater Chicago announces the addition of an all-new “WhirlWind” exhibit designed to provide young visitors with […] |
1 event,June 19, 2026 to August 30, 2026, 9:30 to 4:00pm Kohl Children’s Museum of Greater Chicago announces the addition of an all-new “WhirlWind” exhibit designed to provide young visitors with […] |
2 events,June 19, 2026 to August 30, 2026, 9:30 to 4:00pm Kohl Children’s Museum of Greater Chicago announces the addition of an all-new “WhirlWind” exhibit designed to provide young visitors with […] MomTalk is a warm, welcoming space where moms can come together to connect, share, and support one another — no judgment, just real conversation. It's facilitated by Brooke La Count, […] |
3 events,June 19, 2026 to August 30, 2026, 9:30 to 4:00pm Kohl Children’s Museum of Greater Chicago announces the addition of an all-new “WhirlWind” exhibit designed to provide young visitors with […] Highwood Evening Gourmet Market Wednesdays June 3 - Aug 26, 2026 4:30 - 9:00 pm Celebrate Highwood is thrilled to announce its 2026 Wednesday Evening Gourmet Market music line-up at […] Bark…bark…bark with PAW-citement! Fun fact… Did you know that dogs can hear almost four times the distance of a human? Celebrate your doggies at our upcoming Community Bark West (CBW) […] |
3 events,June 19, 2026 to August 30, 2026, 9:30 to 4:00pm Kohl Children’s Museum of Greater Chicago announces the addition of an all-new “WhirlWind” exhibit designed to provide young visitors with […] Now in its third year, Downtown Summer Sounds is a free, outdoor concert series at Fountain Square in downtown Evanston. For nine weeks, from July 9 through September 3, an exciting mix of local […] xperience the vibrant rhythm of summer at Downtown Evanston’s free outdoor concert series – Downtown Summer Sounds – kicking off on Thursday, July 9! Join us every Thursday evening (6-8PM) from July 9 to September 3 to gather under the open sky at Fountain Square to celebrate music, culture, and community spirit. Whether you're a seasoned music enthusiast or simply seeking to enjoy a summer evening with family and friends, get ready to groove, mingle, and make happy memories in downtown Evanston. By design, Downtown Summer Sounds will feature a wide range of musical genres and performers. In addition to great live music, the concert series is also an opportunity to showcase six local nonprofit organizations. Each nonprofit has one Thursday evening to set up a tent & table and share their story with the community. The nonprofits are also involved in selecting the band for their evening and assisting with general promotion of the concert series. On the three remaining dates of the 2026 concert series (July 9, August 6, and September 3), Downtown Evanston will concurrently host an outdoor Thursday Night Market, featuring artists, makers, and retailers from the regional community. New this year, there will be a free community salsa dance lesson provided by Trabuco Salsa Band on July 9. And returning this year, there will be free community swing dance lessons provided by Traffic Jam Swing on July 23 and August 27. The free salsa dance and swing dance lessons will all take place from 5:30-6PM, followed by more dancing with the live bands from 6-8PM! During the concerts, there will be beer for sale from Sketchbook Brewing Co., and wine, beer, canned cocktails, and other soft drinks for sale from Five & Dime. On each evening, there will also be several food trucks and food vendors on site (5411 Empanadas, C&W Ice Cream, Evanston Latinos, Firehouse Grill, La Cocinita, Soul & Smoke), as well as free children's art activities provided by the Ridgeville Park District. Composting during the concerts will be provided by The Urban Canopy. 2026 Downtown Summer Sounds concert schedule (subject to change): July 9 | Trabuco […]
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2 events,June 19, 2026 to August 30, 2026, 9:30 to 4:00pm Kohl Children’s Museum of Greater Chicago announces the addition of an all-new “WhirlWind” exhibit designed to provide young visitors with […] Downtown Concerts at Port Clinton Fridays, July 10 - September 25 | 6 PM - 8 PM Port Clinton Square (600 Central Ave.) Spend your Friday evenings at Port Clinton […] |
4 events,April 18-October 31 Saturdays 8AM-1PM 722 Green Bay Rd June 19, 2026 to August 30, 2026, 9:30 to 4:00pm Kohl Children’s Museum of Greater Chicago announces the addition of an all-new “WhirlWind” exhibit designed to provide young visitors with […] Event Website Get ready to pedal into 2026 as part of Downtown Evanston's ongoing collaboration with Evanston Transit Alliance and Chicago Family Biking/Evanston Kidical Mass. From May through October, we're bringing you two […] |
1 event,June 19, 2026 to August 30, 2026, 9:30 to 4:00pm Kohl Children’s Museum of Greater Chicago announces the addition of an all-new “WhirlWind” exhibit designed to provide young visitors with […] |
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2 events,MomTalk is a warm, welcoming space where moms can come together to connect, share, and support one another — no judgment, just real conversation. It's facilitated by Brooke La Count, […] Event Website Get ready to pedal into 2026 as part of Downtown Evanston's ongoing collaboration with Evanston Transit Alliance and Chicago Family Biking/Evanston Kidical Mass. From May through October, we're bringing you two […] |
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3 events,Now entering its 8th year, Downtown Evanston's Thursday Night Markets showcase artists, makers, and retailers from the regional community. The 2026 market dates are June 11, July 9, August 6, and […] Now in its third year, Downtown Summer Sounds is a free, outdoor concert series at Fountain Square in downtown Evanston. For nine weeks, from July 9 through September 3, an exciting mix of local […] xperience the vibrant rhythm of summer at Downtown Evanston’s free outdoor concert series – Downtown Summer Sounds – kicking off on Thursday, July 9! Join us every Thursday evening (6-8PM) from July 9 to September 3 to gather under the open sky at Fountain Square to celebrate music, culture, and community spirit. Whether you're a seasoned music enthusiast or simply seeking to enjoy a summer evening with family and friends, get ready to groove, mingle, and make happy memories in downtown Evanston. By design, Downtown Summer Sounds will feature a wide range of musical genres and performers. In addition to great live music, the concert series is also an opportunity to showcase six local nonprofit organizations. Each nonprofit has one Thursday evening to set up a tent & table and share their story with the community. The nonprofits are also involved in selecting the band for their evening and assisting with general promotion of the concert series. On the three remaining dates of the 2026 concert series (July 9, August 6, and September 3), Downtown Evanston will concurrently host an outdoor Thursday Night Market, featuring artists, makers, and retailers from the regional community. New this year, there will be a free community salsa dance lesson provided by Trabuco Salsa Band on July 9. And returning this year, there will be free community swing dance lessons provided by Traffic Jam Swing on July 23 and August 27. The free salsa dance and swing dance lessons will all take place from 5:30-6PM, followed by more dancing with the live bands from 6-8PM! During the concerts, there will be beer for sale from Sketchbook Brewing Co., and wine, beer, canned cocktails, and other soft drinks for sale from Five & Dime. On each evening, there will also be several food trucks and food vendors on site (5411 Empanadas, C&W Ice Cream, Evanston Latinos, Firehouse Grill, La Cocinita, Soul & Smoke), as well as free children's art activities provided by the Ridgeville Park District. Composting during the concerts will be provided by The Urban Canopy. 2026 Downtown Summer Sounds concert schedule (subject to change): July 9 | Trabuco […]
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3 events,Nashwood Labor Day Weekend September 4 - September 6, 2026 Downtown Highwood Watch Highwood transform into Nashville over Labor Day weekend. Highwood restaurants and bars will feature 100 free, live country, southern blues, classic and contemporary rock from beginning Friday happy hour and running all day and evening Saturday and Sunday. First Friday Music Series returns to Rogers Park this summer featuring live performances by local musicians along Sheridan Road Chicago musicians gather on the first Fridays of May, June, and […] Downtown Concerts at Port Clinton Fridays, July 10 - September 25 | 6 PM - 8 PM Port Clinton Square (600 Central Ave.) Spend your Friday evenings at Port Clinton […] |
2 events,Nashwood Labor Day Weekend September 4 - September 6, 2026 Downtown Highwood Watch Highwood transform into Nashville over Labor Day weekend. Highwood restaurants and bars will feature 100 free, live country, southern blues, classic and contemporary rock from beginning Friday happy hour and running all day and evening Saturday and Sunday. April 18-October 31 Saturdays 8AM-1PM 722 Green Bay Rd |