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Our calendar is full on Chicago's North Shore. From famed festivals, special interest tours, walks and talks to an elite array of theatrical offerings, world-class concerts, unique performing arts presentations, sporting events and so much more, Chicago’s North Shore offers the visitor an exceptional array of entertainment options. Want to stay in the know about North Shore happenings? Sign up for our newsletter and we’ll send what’s going on in the area to your inbox every month! 

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1
Mar

North Shore Restaurant Month 2026

 March 1, 2026 - March 31, 2026
North Shore Restaurant Month is back! These great culinary offers are available March... MORE
21
Mar

Kash'd Out w. Beach Fly

 March 21, 2026
Florida-based reggae/rock band Kash’d Out has been hustling hard since day one.... MORE
21
Mar

Dad or Alive and Career Tomboy

 March 21, 2026
Come enjoy both Dad or Alive and Career Tomboy! Full bar, no cover! Alternative rock ... MORE
21
Mar

Dirty Dancing in Concert

March 21, 2026
You fell in love with their first dance, now it’s your turn to relive it. Dirty... MORE
22
Mar

Wilmette Park District's Bunny Brunch & Egg Hunts

 March 22, 2026
Celebrate spring in Wilmette with three fun events. Start the morning with Bunny Brun... MORE
22
Mar

Chicago Stars vs Kansas City Current

 March 22, 2026
Chicago Stars Football Club is an American professional soccer team based in the Chic... MORE
22
Mar

Mindy Smith

 March 22, 2026
Good things, it’s often said, come to those who wait. And yet, as one of the gr... MORE
22
Mar

Rooted in History

 March 22, 2026
Do you know where your story began? Join us for a hands-on activity where families an... MORE
22
Mar

Benny The Bull at Wayfair

 March 22, 2026
Chicago's favorite mascot is coming to the Wayfair store. Stop by to take a pictu... MORE
20
Mar

Village Follies - Spring Show 'Dream Big'

 March 20, 2026 - March 22, 2026
Come experience the 2026 Annual Variety Show, Dream Big!  The Village Follies w... MORE
19
Mar

Evanston Dance Ensemble: Ramble On

 March 19, 2026 - March 22, 2026
The Evanston Dance Ensemble is diving into the archives. Join us as we explore the cu... MORE
7
Mar

JCC Film Festival 2026

 March 7, 2026 - March 22, 2026
Our mission is to showcase culturally diverse films inspired by Jewish life that ente... MORE
7
Feb

The Orchid Show - Feelin' Groovy

 February 7, 2026 - March 22, 2026
The Chicago Botanic Garden rewinds to the ‘60s and ‘70s during The Orchid... MORE
25
Mar

Chicago Stars vs Orlando Pride

 March 25, 2026
Chicago Stars Football Club is an American professional soccer team based in the Chic... MORE
26
Mar

John Moreland and Patterson Hood

 March 26, 2026
John Moreland and Patterson Hood are acclaimed Americana/alt-country singer-songwrite... MORE
27
Mar

Abbey Ray and the Sunstones

 March 27, 2026
A new band from Chicago playing Americana, Country, Roots Rock, the Blues, and more..... MORE
28
Mar

Louisiana Calling w. Sonny Landreth Band and The Iguanas

 March 28, 2026
Following up on last year’s sold-out shows and standing ovations across the cou... MORE
28
Mar

Howard Street Hop Along

March 28, 2026
Evanston’s Howard Street Special Service Area is excited to host the first-ever... MORE
28
Mar

Talib Kueli

March 28, 2026
The Brooklyn-based MC earned his stripes as one of the most lyrically-gifted, sociall... MORE
5
Mar

Music Theater Works presents CATS

 March 5, 2026 - March 29, 2026
Music Theater Works kicks off its 46th season with CATS, Andrew Lloyd Webber’s ... MORE
26
Feb

Two Sisters and a Piano

 February 26, 2026 - March 29, 2026
Trapped under house arrest, novelist Maria Celia and her sister Sofia can still hear ... MORE
10
Mar

MiniCircus @ Wayfair with Jared the Juggler

 March 10, 2026 - March 31, 2026
Head to the Wayfair store and enjoy a FREE circus performance with your little ones, ... MORE
3
Apr

A Tribute to Bob Weir with Railheart ft. Noah Plotkin, Packy Lundholm, Jared Rabin, Danny Chaimson and Adam Gardner

 April 3, 2026
Railheart is a rock 'n' roll country band fused into one dynamic group based ... MORE
4
Apr

Eggstravaganza: A Hop-tastic Egg Hunt!

 April 4, 2026
Get ready for an egg-citing adventure that's fun for the whole family! Join for a... MORE
4
Apr

Napolita Northbrook Pizza Making Class

 April 4, 2026
Join us at Napolita Pizzeria & Wine Bar in Northbrook for a hands-on Pizza Making... MORE
4
Apr

Skokie Park District's Breakfast With The Easter Bunny

 April 4, 2026
Our furry friend will be on hand during this delicious buffet breakfast to pose for p... MORE
4
Apr

Skokie Park District's Outdoor Easter Egg Hunt

 April 4, 2026
Come collect the goodies the bunny has left behind! Bring the whole family to this fr... MORE
4
Apr

Glencoe Park District's Spring Egg Hunt

 April 4, 2026
Bring your basket and get ready for an egg hunt! Glencoe Park District is hiding eggs... MORE
4
Apr

Mud Morganfield Celebrates the Birthday of Muddy Waters

 April 4, 2026
 Over Last two years, Mud Morganfield eldest son of the undisputed king of the B... MORE
4
Apr

Winnetka Bunny Hop Dash 5k

 April 4, 2026
Bring your family, friends, and neighbors and hop into Spring at the New Winnetk... MORE
4
Apr

Bear's Choice

 April 4, 2026
Who doesnt love the sounds of the Dead? We do and we like to play, put it in a blende... MORE
4
Apr

Evanston Made - First Saturdays Evanston Art Events

April 4, 2026
Evanston Made hosts First Saturday Evanston Art Events, a self-guided exploration of ... MORE
5
Apr

Coarse Italian's Easter Brunch

April 5, 2026
Enjoy a beautiful Easter brunch with your family! Brunch favorites include steakhouse... MORE
11
Apr

Gallery Night featuring Erin Kae & Zhanna Biletska

April 11, 2026
Experience a variety of fine art by 30+ local artists, enjoy a glass of wine, meet th... MORE
12
Apr

Skokie's Spring Greening

 April 12, 2026
This extensive reuse and recycling drop-off event is located in two separate parking ... MORE
12
Apr

Matt Ulery’s Mother Harp and Sifting Stars

 April 12, 2026
This special concert unfolds in two distinct but connected sets that spotlight the br... MORE
13
Apr

MahJong 101: Learn to Play American MahJong

 April 13, 2026
Curious about Mahjong but not sure where to start? Mahjong 101 is the perfect introdu... MORE
14
Apr

Show & Tell: Top Secret

 April 14, 2026
The Writers Theatre presents Show & Tell: Top Secret. We’d love to tel... MORE
15
Apr

History of Old Orchard Walking Tour

 April 15, 2026
Celebrate Old Orchard Mall's 70th anniversary with a stroll down memory lane and ... MORE
17
Apr

Yasmin Williams

 April 17, 2026
Yasmin Williams is an American composer and fingerstyle guitarist from Northern Virgi... MORE
17
Apr

Cannoli Class! Learn to Make Cannoli

April 17, 2026
Join Chef Tony Volpentesta, owner of Tony Cannoli in Mundelein, to learn how to make ... MORE
17
Apr

Jimmie Allen

 April 17, 2026
Jimmie Allen is one of the most dynamic and boundary-pushing artists in music today. ... MORE
19
Apr

Sinkane

 April 19, 2026
We Belong, is the eighth studio album from Sinkane, a band led by multi-instrumentali... MORE
6
Mar

The Drowsy Chaperone

 March 6, 2026 - April 19, 2026
Escape into the glitz and glamour of ‘The Drowsy Chaperone’, the (fictiti... MORE
22
Apr

Michael Feinstein & Linda Eder

 April 22, 2026 - April 23, 2026
We are kicking off our 30th Anniversary a little early with a special concert featuri... MORE
24
Apr

MJ Live

 April 24, 2026
Jalles moved to the United States from Brazil at the age of 16, to fulfill his dreams... MORE
25
Apr

Wilmette Park District - Touch A Truck

April 25, 2026
Touch A Truck puts kids in the driver’s seat! Join the Wilmette Park District, ... MORE
25
Apr

Spring Fling Festival

 April 25, 2026
Celebrate the season at our Spring Fling Festival—a joyful outdoor gathering fi... MORE
25
Apr

Chicago Stars vs Boston Legacy FC

 April 25, 2026
Chicago Stars Football Club is an American professional soccer team based in the Chic... MORE
25
Apr

Downtown Evanston refresh + renew Wellness Open House

 April 25, 2026
Spend the day exploring local fitness and wellness businesses in downtown Evanston&md... MORE
25
Apr

Ronnie Baker Brooks

 April 25, 2026
Chicago guitarist, vocalist, songwriter and multiple Blues Music Award-winner Ronnie ... MORE
8
Nov

Indoor Farmers Market

November 8, 2025 - April 25, 2026
The Indoor Farmers’ Market returns to the Ecology Center for the 2025-26 season... MORE
26
Apr

Souled American: Record Release Show

 April 26, 2026
Like a secret that can be kept no longer, the elusive & influential Souled Americ... MORE
26
Apr

Downtown Evanston - Earth Day Clean Up

April 26, 2026
Join Downtown Evanston and The Woman's Club of Evanston on Sunday, April 26, 12-2... MORE
11
Jan

Winter Market on Main

 January 11, 2026 - April 26, 2026
The Winter Market on Main is back, and it’s twice as big as last year. Thi... MORE
28
Apr

The Psychology of Serial Killers

 April 28, 2026
The Psychology of Serial Killers features a touring masterclass, diving deep into the... MORE
29
Apr

Chicago Stars vs Gotham FC

 April 29, 2026
Chicago Stars Football Club is an American professional soccer team based in the Chic... MORE
29
Apr

Hannibal Buress

 April 29, 2026
From within the bustling heart of the Windy City, a comedian named Hannibal Buress em... MORE
30
Apr

Bites & Brews

April 30, 2026
Clear your calendar for the most anticipated Food Fest event in Glenview!  Now i... MORE
30
Apr

Tom Papa - The Grateful Bread Tour

April 30, 2026
With more than 20 years as a stand-up comedian, Tom Papa is one of the top comedic vo... MORE
1
Apr

Spring Scavenger Hunt x Wayfair

 April 1, 2026 - April 30, 2026
Stop by the Wayfair store for shopping and a Spring Scavenger hunt! Find all of the p... MORE
2
May

Flea Market Frenzy

May 2, 2026
Thinking of having a garage or yard sale this year, but don't have the space? We ... MORE
2
May

Family Fun Fest at Ignite Arcade

 May 2, 2026
Get ready for an unforgettable afternoon of games, creativity, and family-friendly ex... MORE
2
May

Dog Man the Musical

 May 2, 2026
Based on the worldwide bestselling hit series by Dav Pilkey, Dog Man: The Musical is ... MORE
2
May

Evanston Made - First Saturdays Evanston Art Events

May 2, 2026
Evanston Made hosts First Saturday Evanston Art Events, a self-guided exploration of ... MORE
3
May

Chicago Stars vs Portland Thorns FC

 May 3, 2026
Chicago Stars Football Club is an American professional soccer team based in the Chic... MORE
3
May

Andrey Makarevich & Laima Vaikule

 May 3, 2026
Andrey Makarevich and Laima Vaikule Two legendary artists, one stage, and an endless ... MORE
3
May

Touch A Truck Family Festival 2026

 May 3, 2026
The Women’s Board of Kohl Children’s Museum of Greater Chicago proudly pr... MORE
3
May

Davina and the Vagabonds

 May 3, 2026
Davina Sowers and the Vagabonds have created a stir on the national music scene with ... MORE
1
May

Witchy Bitches 2nd Annual Macabre Spring Weekend

 May 1, 2026 - May 3, 2026
The dopest, witchiest baddies gather once again for our 2nd Annual Macabre Spring Wee... MORE
5
May

Jake Shimabukuro

 May 5, 2026
Jake Shimabukuro is a world-renowned ukulele virtuoso whose groundbreaking artistry h... MORE
8
May

Marc Broussard w. Sway Wild (2 Nights)

 May 8, 2026 - May 9, 2026
Acclaimed singer, songwriter, and musician Marc Broussard is a unique performer who e... MORE
10
May

Artemis presented by WDCB - 2 shows (early-late)

 May 10, 2026
Founded and led by pianist and composer Renee Rosnes, ARTEMIS is a powerful ensemble ... MORE
10
May

Coarse Italian Mother's Day Brunch

May 10, 2026
Join us on Mother's Day and treat your mom to a delicious meal! Coarse Italian is... MORE
8
May

David's Redhaired Death

 May 8, 2026 - May 10, 2026
Two women find that they have everything in common until the death of a brother drive... MORE
1
May

Love & Information

 May 1, 2026 - May 10, 2026
Someone sneezes. Someone can’t get a signal. Someone won’t answer the doo... MORE
10
Apr

Poor Behavior

 April 10, 2026 - May 10, 2026
Oil Lamp Theater presents Poor Behavior. A visit from old friends takes an unexp... MORE
9
Apr

The Angel Next Door

April 9, 2026 - May 10, 2026
Northlight Theatre presents The Angel Next Door - Young author Oliver Adams is o... MORE
24
Jan

Argentina's Niños - Welcome to Argentina

 January 24, 2026 - May 10, 2026
Explore immersive environments that introduce families to Argentine culture, arts, an... MORE
12
May

Show & Tell: Work in Progress

 May 12, 2026
The Writers Theatre presents Show &Tell: Work in Progress. I don’t feel lik... MORE
14
May

Evanston Arts & Craft Beverage Crawl

May 14, 2026
Once again, we are teaming up with Evanston Made to pop up one-night only art exhibit... MORE
17
May

Corky Siegel's Chamber Blues f. Ernie Watts

 May 17, 2026
CHAMBER BLUES An entirely original genre of music. Groundbreaking. Creative genius. M... MORE
16
May

Skokie Festival of Cultures

May 16, 2026 - May 17, 2026
Since its inception in 1991, the Skokie Festival of Cultures has become one of the pr... MORE
24
May

Chris Greene Quartet - CGQ Turns 21

 May 24, 2026
The Chris Greene Quartet comes of age! Led by native-Evanstonian saxophone giant Chri... MORE
30
May

Sam Bush

 May 30, 2026
There was only one prize-winning teenager with gumption enough to say, “thanks,... MORE
31
May

Chicago Stars vs San Diego Wave FC

 May 31, 2026
Chicago Stars Football Club is an American professional soccer team based in the Chic... MORE
31
May

Northbrook Symphony Orchestra: Romantic Essentials

 May 31, 2026
Journey with us into our second century as we take a trip through magnificent symphon... MORE
30
May

North Shore Artisan Spring Market

May 30, 2026 - May 31, 2026
The North Shore Artisan Market celebrates the ingenuity of independently owned, ... MORE
22
May

In The TIme of the Butterflies

 May 22, 2026 - May 31, 2026
Known as “The Butterflies,” the spirited and courageous Mirabal sisters i... MORE
3
June

Terence Blanchard & Ravi Coltrane

 June 3, 2026
Ravinia presents Terence Blanchard and Ravi Coltrane.  On a warm summer evening,... MORE
5
June

Joshua Bell & Jeremy Denk

 June 5, 2026
Ravinia presents Joshua Bell & Jeremy Denk.  On a warm summer evening, there... MORE
6
June

Evanston Made - First Saturdays Evanston Art Events

June 6, 2026
Evanston Made hosts First Saturday Evanston Art Events, a self-guided exploration of ... MORE
7
June

Danceworks Creation

June 7, 2026
Join us for DanceWorks - Creation - 10th annual dance performance. Northwestern&rsquo... MORE
7
June

Alisa Weilerstein & Inon Barnatan

 June 7, 2026
Ravinia presents Alisa Weilerstein & Inon Barnatan.  On a warm summer evenin... MORE
11
June

Downtown Evanston Spring Sip & Stroll

June 11, 2026
Join us on Thursday, June 11, 5-8pm for our Spring Sip & Stroll! Explore downtown... MORE
11
June

Thursday Night Markets

June 11, 2026
Now entering its 7th year, our Thursday Night Markets are an opportunity to show supp... MORE
13
June

Ensemble Español - Spanish Dance Theater

 June 13, 2026
As the company celebrates its golden anniversary season, we are excited to present th... MORE
13
June

Art in the Village, Winnetka's Fine Art Fair

June 13, 2026 - June 14, 2026
The 14th Annual Art in the Village juried art show sponsored by the North Shore Art L... MORE
8
May

Art, Theory, and Practice MFA Thesis Exhibition

 May 8, 2026 - June 14, 2026
2025 Master of Fine Arts degree candidates — present their thesis projects and ... MORE
9
Apr

JOB

 April 9, 2026 - June 14, 2026
 Jane, an employee at a big tech company, has been placed on leave after video o... MORE
21
Mar

Beneath the Surface: Labor and Consumerism

March 21, 2026 - June 14, 2026
Building from Baloji’s photograph, recently acquired by The Block Museum of Art... MORE
4
Feb

Photography in Mali: Hamdia Traoré’s Marabouts of Jenne in Context

 February 4, 2026 - June 14, 2026
The storied city of Jenne, a center of Islamic learning, study, and scholarship since... MORE
4
Feb

Teresa Montoya: Tó Łisto (Yellow Water)

 February 4, 2026 - June 14, 2026
On August 5, 2015, the rupture of the abandoned Gold King Mine near Silverton, Colora... MORE
19
June

Winnetka Music Festival 10th Anniversary

 June 19, 2026 - June 20, 2026
Winnetka Music festival returns to the Northshore for it's 10th anniversary, with... MORE
21
June

27th Annual Ricky Birdsong Memorial Race Against Hate

June 21, 2026
The 27th Annual Ricky Byrdsong Memorial Race Against Hate honors the legacy of Ricky ... MORE
21
June

Alejandro Escovedo & The Electric Saints

 June 21, 2026
Alejandro Escovedo's New Album ECHO DANCING is an Adventure in Life No one has r... MORE
23
June

Show & Tell: True Colors

 June 23, 2026
The Writers Theatre presents Show & Tell-True Colors, Celebrate Pride Month ... MORE
25
June

Sons of Seger - Bob Seger Tribute

 June 25, 2026
Experience the timeless sound of Bob Seger with a high-energy tribute performance fea... MORE
26
July

Emmylou Harris & Graham Nash

 July 26, 2026 - June 26, 2026
Ravinia presents Emmylou Harris & Graham Nash. On a warm summer evening, there&rs... MORE
27
June

Main Street Fair

 June 27, 2026
The Main Street Fair will showcase artistic wares from over 100 artisans from across ... MORE
27
June

North Shore Summer Artisan Market

June 27, 2026
The North Shore Artisan Market celebrates the ingenuity of independently owned, ... MORE
4
July

Evanston Made - First Saturdays Evanston Art Events

July 4, 2026
Evanston Made hosts First Saturday Evanston Art Events, a self-guided exploration of ... MORE
5
July

Chicago Stars vs Utah Royals FC

 July 5, 2026
Chicago Stars Football Club is an American professional soccer team based in the Chic... MORE
5
June

The Last 5 Years

 June 5, 2026 - July 5, 2026
Oil Lamp Theater presents  The Last 5 Years - Straight from Broadway, Jason... MORE
22
May

Damn Yankees

May 22, 2026 - July 6, 2026
Batter up! It’s summertime at Theo and we’re bringing the grand slam of m... MORE
7
July

Jay and the Americans

 July 7, 2026
A Jay and The Americans show is a backstage pass for the audience to their musical hi... MORE
9
July

Thursday Night Markets

July 9, 2026
Now entering its 7th year, our Thursday Night Markets are an opportunity to show supp... MORE
10
July

Benise: 25 Years of Passion

 July 10, 2026
IIt’s one hot night as Benise, “The Prince of Spanish Guitar,” cele... MORE
11
July

Grand Opening Night

July 11, 2026
Ravinia presents Grand Opening Night. On a warm summer evening, there’s nothing... MORE
12
July

Billy Idol

 July 12, 2026
Ravinia presents Billy Idol.  On a warm summer evening, there’s nothing li... MORE
11
July

Japan Festival 2026

 July 11, 2026 - July 12, 2026
Join us at a premier Midwest festival on July 11th & 12th celebrating Japanese cu... MORE
15
July

Harry Connick Jr.

 July 15, 2026
Ravinia presents Harry Connick Jr. On a warm summer evening, there’s nothing li... MORE
18
July

Chicago Stars vs Angel City FC

 July 18, 2026
Chicago Stars Football Club is an American professional soccer team based in the Chic... MORE
18
July

Michael Carbonaro: Wonder Boy

 July 18, 2026
Michael Carbonaro: Wonderboy is the all-new live tour from the star of The Carbonaro ... MORE
17
July

Paul Simon

 July 17, 2026 - July 18, 2026
Ravinia presents Paul Simon. On a warm summer evening, there’s nothing like a c... MORE
16
July

Mozart’s The Abduction from the Seraglio

 July 16, 2026 - July 18, 2026
Ravinia presents Mozart’s The Abduction from the Seraglio. On a warm summer eve... MORE
19
July

Beethoven’s “Pastoral” Symphony and Violin Concerto

 July 19, 2026
Ravinia presents Beethoven’s “Pastoral” Symphony and Violin Concert... MORE
19
July

Evanston Cars & Coffee

 July 19, 2026
Downtown Evanston invites you to display your vintage (pre-2000) cars at one or more ... MORE
11
July

Evanston Plein Air Festival 2026

July 11, 2026 - July 19, 2026
Evanston Made presents the 4th Annual Plein Air Festival: July 11-19, 2026. This city... MORE
4
June

Leopoldstadt

 June 4, 2026 - July 19, 2026
At the dawn of the 20th century, Vienna is the heart of European culture. While an ex... MORE
21
July

Show & Tell: Summer Nights

 July 21, 2026
The Writers Theatre presents Show & Tell - Summer Nights. Summer loves, summ... MORE
22
July

Violinist Augustin Hadelich

 July 22, 2026
Ravinia presents Violinist Augustin Hadelich. On a warm summer evening, there’s... MORE
23
July

Mahler's Sixth Symphony

 July 23, 2026
Ravinia presents Mahler’s Sixth Symphony. On a warm summer evening, there&rsquo... MORE
24
July

On the Movies

 July 24, 2026
Ravinia presents On the Movies. On a warm summer evening, there’s nothing like ... MORE
25
July

An Evening with St. Vincent

 July 25, 2026
Ravinia presents An Evening with St. Vincent. On a warm summer evening, there’s... MORE
25
July

R.E.S.P.E.C.T. - Tribute to Aretha Franklin

 July 25, 2026
R-E-S-P-E-C-T is a powerful tribute to Aretha Franklin, starring LaShera Moore Ellis ... MORE
26
July

Chanticleer

 July 26, 2026
Ravinia presents Chanticleer. On a warm summer evening, there’s nothing like a ... MORE
26
July

Chris Botti

July 26, 2026
GRAMMY-winning trumpeter Chris Botti has been one of the most popular instrumentalist... MORE
24
July

Downtown Evanston Sidewalk Sale and Chalk Art Contest

 July 24, 2026 - July 26, 2026
Prepare for a burst of color and an abundance of fantastic finds as Downtown Evanston... MORE
28
July

Jimmy Buffet's Coral Reefer Band

 July 28, 2026
Ravinia presents Jimmy Buffet’s Coral Reefer Band. On a warm summer evening, th... MORE
31
July

Dvořák’s “New World” Symphony

 July 31, 2026
Ravinia presents Dvořák’s “New World” Symphony. On a warm su... MORE
31
July

Stewart Copeland: Have I Said Too Much?

July 31, 2026
In Have I Said Too Much: The Police, Hollywood, and Other Adventures, Stewart Copelan... MORE
1
Aug

Laurie Berkner

 August 1, 2026
Ravinia presents Laurie Berkner. On a warm summer evening, there’s nothing like... MORE
1
Aug

John Williams and Rachmaninoff

 August 1, 2026
Ravinia presents John Williams and Rachmaninoff. On a warm summer evening, there&rsqu... MORE
1
Aug

Evanston Made - First Saturdays Evanston Art Events

August 1, 2026
Evanston Made hosts First Saturday Evanston Art Events, a self-guided exploration of ... MORE
2
Aug

This Land: America in Song

 August 2, 2026
Ravinia presents This Land: America in Song. On a warm summer evening, there’s ... MORE
5
Aug

Danish String Quartet

 August 5, 2026
Ravinia presents Danish String Quartet. On a warm summer evening, there’s nothi... MORE
6
Aug

Snowy Sounds of Sibelius and Strauss

 August 6, 2026
Ravinia presents Snowy Sounds of Sibelius and Strauss. On a warm summer evening, ther... MORE
6
Aug

Thursday Night Markets

August 6, 2026
Now entering its 7th year, our Thursday Night Markets are an opportunity to show supp... MORE
7
Aug

Stravinsky’s The Firebird and Debussy

August 7, 2026
Ravinia presents Stravinsky's The Firebird and Debussy. On a warm summer evening,... MORE
8
Aug

Chance the Rapper

 August 8, 2026
Ravinia presents Chance the Rapper. On a warm summer evening, there’s nothing l... MORE
9
Aug

Hugh Jackman

 August 9, 2026
Ravinia presents Hugh Jackman. On a warm summer evening, there’s nothing like a... MORE
9
Aug

Chicago Stars vs Bay FC

 August 9, 2026
Chicago Stars Football Club is an American professional soccer team based in the Chic... MORE
11
Aug

Brian McNight & Gladys Knight

 August 11, 2026
Ravinia presents Brian McNight and Gladys Knight. On a warm summer evening, there&rsq... MORE
12
Aug

Joe Bonamassa

 August 12, 2026
Ravinia presents Joe Bonamassa. On a warm summer evening, there’s nothing like ... MORE
13
Aug

The Music of Quincy Jones

 August 13, 2026
Ravinia presents The Music of Quincy Jones . On a warm summer evening, there’s ... MORE
14
Aug

Brahams X Radiohead

 August 14, 2026
Ravinia presents Brahms X Radiohead . On a warm summer evening, there’s nothing... MORE
15
Aug

moe. and Umphrey’s McGee

August 15, 2026
Ravinia presents moe. and Umprey's.  On a warm summer evening, there’s... MORE
16
Aug

Tchaikovsky Spectacular

 August 16, 2026
Ravinia presents Tchaikovsky Spectacular. On a warm summer evening, there’s not... MORE
18
Aug

Steve Earle - 51 Years of Song & Stories

 August 18, 2026
Stephen Fain Earle is an American singer-songwriter and actor who blends country, fol... MORE
19
Aug

Gregory Alan Isakov

 August 19, 2026
Ravinia presents Gregory Alan Isakov. On a warm summer evening, there’s nothing... MORE
20
Aug

Ricky Martin

August 20, 2026
Ravinia presents RIcky Martin. On a warm summer evening, there’s nothing like a... MORE
21
Aug

Alabama Shakes

 August 21, 2026
Ravinia presents Alabama Shakes. On a warm summer evening, there’s nothing like... MORE
22
Aug

Bonnie Raitt

 August 22, 2026
Ravinia presents Bonnie Raitt. On a warm summer evening, there’s nothing like a... MORE
23
Aug

Grease Sing-Along

 August 23, 2026
Ravinia presents Grease Sing-Along. On a warm summer evening, there’s nothing l... MORE
23
Aug

Chicago Stars vs Racing Louisville FC

 August 23, 2026
Chicago Stars Football Club is an American professional soccer team based in the Chic... MORE
23
Aug

Evanston Cars & Coffee

August 23, 2026
Downtown Evanston invites you to display your vintage (pre-2000) cars at one or more ... MORE
25
Aug

Deep Purple with special guest Kansas

 August 25, 2026
Ravinia presents Deep Purple with special guest Kansas. On a warm summer evening, the... MORE
26
Aug

Brandi Carlile

 August 26, 2026
Ravinia presents Brandi Carlile. On a warm summer evening, there’s nothing like... MORE
27
Aug

Kool & The Gang

 August 27, 2026
Ravinia presents Kool & The Gang . On a warm summer evening, there’s nothin... MORE
28
Aug

Alabama

 August 28, 2026
Ravinia presents Alabama . On a warm summer evening, there’s nothing like a con... MORE
29
Aug

Dr. Seuss Goes to the Opera

 August 29, 2026
Ravinia presents Dr. Seuss Goes to the Opera. On a warm summer evening, there’s... MORE
29
Aug

The Wilmette 5th Anniversary Block Party

August 29, 2026
Since its debut in 2022 as part of Wilmette’s sesquicentennial (150-year celebr... MORE
29
Aug

Ray LaMontagne

 August 29, 2026
Ravinia presents Ray LaMontagne . On a warm summer evening, there’s nothing lik... MORE
29
Aug

Revelator - A Tribute to Tedeschi Trucks Band

 August 29, 2026
This high-energy tribute celebrates the powerful roots, blues, and jam-band sound of ... MORE
30
Aug

Miranda Lambert

 August 30, 2026
Ravinia presents Miranda Lambert . On a warm summer evening, there’s nothing li... MORE
13
Aug

Music Theater Works presents West Side Story

 August 13, 2026 - August 30, 2026
Music Theater Works’ season kicks off A timeless tale of love and rivalry,... MORE
2
Sep

Labrinth

 September 2, 2026
Ravinia presents Labrinth . On a warm summer evening, there’s nothing like a co... MORE
3
Sep

Music of the Baroque

September 3, 2026
Ravinia presents Music of the Baroque . On a warm summer evening, there’s nothi... MORE
3
Sep

Thursday Night Markets

September 3, 2026
Now entering its 7th year, our Thursday Night Markets are an opportunity to show supp... MORE
5
Sep

Northwestern University Football vs. South Dakota State

 September 5, 2026
The Northwestern Wildcats host the South Dakota State Jackrabbits. The Wildcats offer... MORE
5
Sep

Rod Stewart

 September 5, 2026
Ravinia presents Rod Stewart. On a warm summer evening, there’s nothing like a ... MORE
5
Sep

Evanston Made - First Saturdays Evanston Art Events

September 5, 2026
Evanston Made hosts First Saturday Evanston Art Events, a self-guided exploration of ... MORE
6
Sep

Squeeze

 September 6, 2026
Ravinia presents Squeeze . On a warm summer evening, there’s nothing like a con... MORE
6
Sep

Chicago Stars vs North Carolina Courage

 September 6, 2026
Chicago Stars Football Club is an American professional soccer team based in the Chic... MORE
12
Sep

Alison Krauss & Union Station

 September 12, 2026
Ravinia presents Alison Krauss & Union Station . On a warm summer evening, there&... MORE
13
Sep

Los Tigres del Norte

 September 13, 2026
Ravinia presents Los Tigres del Norte . On a warm summer evening, there’s nothi... MORE
12
Sep

Evanston Folk Festival

September 12, 2026 - September 13, 2026
Evanston Folk Festival returns to lakefront at Dawes Park: Saturday, September 12th +... MORE
14
Aug

I Love You Because

 August 14, 2026 - September 13, 2026
Oil Lamp Theater presents I Love You Because. Modern dating is a mess. Sometimes... MORE
17
Sep

Ziggy Marley and Thievery Corporation

 September 17, 2026
Ravinia presents Ziggy Marley and Thievery Corporation . On a warm summer evening, th... MORE
18
Sep

Tom Jones

 September 18, 2026
Ravinia presents Tom Jones. On a warm summer evening, there’s nothing like a co... MORE
19
Sep

Northwestern University Football vs.Colorado

September 19, 2026
The Northwestern Wildcats host the Colorado Buffaloes. The Wildcats offer some of the... MORE
19
Sep

Martina McBride

 September 19, 2026
Ravinia presents Martina McBride . On a warm summer evening, there’s nothing li... MORE
19
Sep

Petty Kings - Tribute to Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers

 September 19, 2026
Petty Kings deliver an authentic tribute to Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, bringing... MORE
20
Sep

Chicago Stars vs Washington Spirit

 September 20, 2026
Chicago Stars Football Club is an American professional soccer team based in the Chic... MORE
20
Sep

Evanston Cars & Coffee

September 20, 2026
Downtown Evanston invites you to display your vintage (pre-2000) cars at one or more ... MORE
23
Sep

Jacob Collier

 September 23, 2026
Ravinia presents Jacob Collier. On a warm summer evening, there’s nothing like ... MORE
24
Sep

Head East

 September 24, 2026
The legendary classic rock band Head East has long set the standard for authentic, fu... MORE
2
Oct

World Ballet Company - Swan Lake

 October 2, 2026
The World Ballet Company presents Swan Lake. This production features 50 professional... MORE
2
Oct

Northwestern University Football vs. Penn State Homecoming

 October 2, 2026
Northwestern Wildcats host their Homecoming Game againt the Penn State Nittany Lions ... MORE
3
Oct

Leonid & Friends 2 Shows

 October 3, 2026
Leonid & Friends is a globally acclaimed, genre-defying 11-piece collective renow... MORE
3
Oct

Evanston Made - First Saturdays Evanston Art Events

October 3, 2026
Evanston Made hosts First Saturday Evanston Art Events, a self-guided exploration of ... MORE
4
Oct

Downtown Evanston Big Bite Night

October 4, 2026
Northwestern students are invited to explore restaurants and cafes in Downtown Evanst... MORE
4
Oct

Chicago Stars vs Denver Summit FC

 October 4, 2026
Chicago Stars Football Club is an American professional soccer team based in the Chic... MORE
10
Oct

Nitelite Presents: Face 2 Face

 October 10, 2026
Face 2 Face® is an electrifying tribute band that pays homage to two iconic piano... MORE
10
Oct

Northwestern University Football vs. Ball State

 October 10, 2026
The Northwestern Wildcats host The Ball State Cardinals. The Wildcats offer some of t... MORE
17
June

Northbrook Farmers Market

June 17, 2026 - October 14, 2026
The Northbrook Farmers Market's mission is to support local farmers, producers an... MORE
18
Oct

Chicago Stars and Seattle Reign FC

 October 18, 2026
Chicago Stars Football Club is an American professional soccer team based in the Chic... MORE
23
Oct

Chicago Stars and Houston Dash

 October 23, 2026
Chicago Stars Football Club is an American professional soccer team based in the Chic... MORE
24
Oct

Downtown Evanston Trick or Treat Stroll

October 24, 2026
Bring your kids Downtown Evanston to trick or treating at local businesses! Stroll ar... MORE
24
Oct

Maria Bamford

 October 24, 2026
Maria Bamford is revered for her deeply personal and experimental comedy about mental... MORE
24
Oct

Northwestern University Football vs. Rutgers

 October 24, 2026
The Northwestern Wildcats host the Rutgers Scarlet Knights. The Wildcats offer some o... MORE
30
Oct

The Sinatra Experience from Las Vegas

 October 30, 2026
From Las Vegas to Skokie — The Sinatra Experience — a brilliant tribute s... MORE
6
June

Winnetka Farmers Market

 June 6, 2026 - October 31, 2026
Saturdays Rain or Shine! Bring home some of the most luscious, fresh- picke... MORE
1
May

Evanston Rides - May - October

 May 1, 2026 - October 31, 2026
Evanston Rides! | May to October Get ready to pedal into summer with Downtown Evansto... MORE
18
Apr

Wilmette French Market

 April 18, 2026 - October 31, 2026
The Wilmette French Market operates every Saturday from 8am to 1pm just east of the W... MORE
8
Oct

Music Theater Works Presents Jimmy Buffett's Escape to Margaritaville

 October 8, 2026 - November 1, 2026
Music Theater Works presents the first professional production of Jimmy Buffet's ... MORE
31
May

Skokie Farmers Market

 May 31, 2026 - November 1, 2026
The 2026 Skokie Farmers’ Market begins on Sunday, May 31, and will be open... MORE
7
Nov

Northwestern University Football vs. Iowa Hawkeyes

 November 7, 2026
The Northwestern Wildcats host the Iowa Hawkeyes. The Wildcats offer some of the best... MORE
7
Nov

Evanston Made - First Saturdays Evanston Art Events

November 7, 2026
Evanston Made hosts First Saturday Evanston Art Events, a self-guided exploration of ... MORE
2
May

Downtown Evanston Farmers Market

 May 2, 2026 - November 7, 2026
The Downtown Evanston Farmers Market is open every Saturday, May 2 through Novem... MORE
13
Aug

Sisters

August 13, 2026 - November 8, 2026
 Matilda and Greta have always been there for one another, through joy and grief... MORE
28
Nov

Downtown Evanston Small Business Saturday

November 28, 2026
Shop BIG at your local shops during the holiday season! Join us on Saturday, November... MORE
28
Nov

Northwestern University Football vs. Illinois

 November 28, 2026
The Northwestern Wildcats host the Illinois Fighting Illini. The Wildcats offer some ... MORE
22
Oct

The Royale

 October 22, 2026 - November 29, 2026
Jay is a really good boxer, so good they call him “The Sport.” He’s... MORE
5
Dec

Downtown Evanston Holiday Light Celebration

December 5, 2026
All families, friends, and neighbors are invited to Fountain Square in Downtown Evans... MORE
5
Dec

Evanston Made - First Saturdays Evanston Art Events

December 5, 2026
Evanston Made hosts First Saturday Evanston Art Events, a self-guided exploration of ... MORE
10
Dec

Downtown Evanston Warm Bevvy Walk

December 10, 2026
Celebrate what we love most about the season -- a special holiday mug filled with warm... MORE
17
Dec

Huey & The News - Tribute to Huey Lewis & The News

December 17, 2026
This high-energy tribute celebrates the unforgettable sound of Huey Lewis and The New... MORE
27
Feb

Centennial Farm Exhibit

 February 27, 2026 - December 31, 2026
A Look at Farming Then and Now. The exhibit showcases a century of agricultural chang... MORE
17
Dec

Music Theater Works presents Hairspray

 December 17, 2026 - January 3, 2027
Music Theater Works presents Hairspray - Full of heart and 1960s flair, HAIRSPRA... MORE
11
Feb

Noël Coward’s Brief Encounter

February 11, 2027 - March 28, 2027
An ordinary commute becomes a whirlwind instant of once-in-a-lifetime possibility. La... MORE
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