The Peri Power Hour for Midlife Women
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 […]
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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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]