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Our calendar is full on Chicago's North Shore. From street fairs, famed festivals, special interest tours, walks and talks to an elite array of theatrical offerings, world-class concerts, unique performing arts presentations, sporting events, farmers markets, 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! 

Try our searchable Events Calendar and find something special to do! You can search by date, interest or keyword.

**COVID-19 UPDATE: Please check directly with the venue, attraction or event organizer to confirm if the event is still occurring.

 

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Following are the 49 most recent events. Use the form above to search for others

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June

Big Hair Big Trouble on the Patio

 June 26, 2021
Ary Jeebie & CAUDOG artist Ellis Clark – bringing you 60’s & 70&r... MORE
27
June

The Singing Farm Summer Concert Series

 June 27, 2021
  We are excited to announce the return of The Singing Farm Summer Conce... MORE
27
June

Skokie Park District Flea Market Frenzy

 June 27, 2021
Thinking of having a garage or yard sale this year, but don't have the space? We ... MORE
27
June

Out Back Summer Sessions: Chicago Philharmonic Orchestra

 June 27, 2021
Let’s grab a date, some tasty picnic fixings and a comfortable camping chair to... MORE
18
June

Out Back Summer Sessions: Legends of the 50s and 60s

 June 18, 2021 - June 27, 2021
Performance Schedule: Fri, 6/18 at 1pm; Sat, 6/19 at 2pm; Sun, 6/20 at 2pm Wed, 6/2... MORE
1
July

Out Back Summer Sessions: Silly Love Songs: Michael Mahler Sings Paul McCartney

 July 1, 2021
Award-winning actor, musician, composer and lyricist Michael Mahler celebrates Paul M... MORE
1
July

Chris Neville & Friends On the Post 42 Patio: Axes

 July 1, 2021
Axes is a band all about fun.  Classic songs by some of the best players in... MORE
2
July

Billy Branch & the Sons of Blues / Lurrie Bell at Post 42

 July 2, 2021
Old Town School of Folk Music Presents: Billy Branch & the Sons of Blues / L... MORE
3
July

Art + Wine Night

 July 3, 2021
Three floors of artwork for sale! Come out to see great art by 40+ local artists, hav... MORE
3
July

Evanston Made Maker's Market

July 3, 2021
Evanston’s Maker’s Market returns for six Saturdays from May through Octo... MORE
3
July

Out Back Summer Sessions: Justin Roberts & the Not Ready forNaptime Players

 July 3, 2021
Four-time Grammy nominee Justin Roberts is truly one of the all-stars of the indie fa... MORE
8
July

Thursday Night Markets: Health & Wellness

 July 8, 2021
Downtown Evanston is excited to host Thursday Night Markets the first Thursday of eac... MORE
8
July

Out Back Summer Sessions: Love Wins: A Concert of Change and Hope

 July 8, 2021
Featured vocalist Cheryl Wilson joins the 4Spiel String Quartet w... MORE
8
July

Chris Neville & Friends On the Post 42 Patio: Chris Squared

 July 8, 2021
If you are a fan of Tributosaurus, then you already know Chris Siebold, and if you ar... MORE
10
July

Big Sky Stringband on the Post 42 Patio

 July 10, 2021
Big Sky Stringband is a band with its roots in bluegrass, americana and jam band musi... MORE
9
July

Out Back Summer Sessions: Lettin’ The Good Times Roll with Fe and Faye!

 July 9, 2021 - July 10, 2021
Fri, 7/09 & Sat, 7/10 at 7:30pm Northlight Theatre Presents: Dynamic stage divas... MORE
9
July

Space x Sketchbook Brewing

July 9, 2021 - July 11, 2021
Space x Sketchbook Brewing Co. present a weekend of socially distanced outdoor concer... MORE
8
July

Central Street Sidewalk Sale

 July 8, 2021 - July 11, 2021
It's our biggest sale of the year! Live music and kids craft activities at Indepe... MORE
15
July

Chris Neville & Friends On the Post 42 Patio: Courtesy Patrol

 July 15, 2021
Courtesy Patrol (formerly Axes 76) was formed with the understanding that s... MORE
15
July

Out Back Summer Sessions: Guy King Joy Is Coming – Album Release Concert

 July 15, 2021
A joyous family affair! In support of his brand-new album, the 2017 Blues Music Award... MORE
17
July

Out Back Summer Sessions:Signed, Sealed, Delivered: John-Mark McGaha Sings Stevie Wonder

 July 17, 2021
John-Mark McGaha Sings Stevie Wonder. Acclaimed singer, storyteller, actor and m... MORE
18
July

Skokie Park District Flea Market Frenzy

 July 18, 2021
Thinking of having a garage or yard sale this year, but don't have the space? We ... MORE
14
July

Winnetka Northfield Sidewalk Sale

 July 14, 2021 - July 18, 2021
Join us for the 2021 Winnetka-Northfield Sidewalk Sale, an open air shopping and serv... MORE
22
July

Chris Neville & Friends On the Post 42 Patio: Meadowlark

 July 22, 2021
Chris Neville and John Fournier have brought Meadowlark into being to satisfy their u... MORE
23
July

Out Back Summer Sessions: We’ve Only Just Begun Heidi Kettenring Sings Karen Carpenter

 July 23, 2021
 Chicago’s favorite leading lady Heidi Kettenring lends her signature warm... MORE
23
July

Gerald McClendon – The Soul Keeper On the Post 42 Patio

 July 23, 2021
Gerald, known in Chicago as the “Soulkeeper.” One of the most reminiscent... MORE
24
July

Out Back Summer Sessions: The Okee Dokee Brothers

 July 24, 2021
Justin Lansing and Joe Mailander have been exploring the outdoors together since they... MORE
24
July

Glencoe Festival of Art

 July 24, 2021 - July 25, 2021
More than 110 juried artists from across the country will be showcasing their work in... MORE
22
July

Downtown Evanston and Main-Dempster Mile Sidewalk Sale

 July 22, 2021 - July 25, 2021
Get ready for a weekend of the best summer shopping! From July 22-25, independent sho... MORE
10
July

Cooking With Bubbie at Skokie Theatre

 July 10, 2021 - August 22, 2021
The world-premiere musical begins its national tour in Skokie.  Popular Chicago ... MORE
2
June

Summer Burst an Explorsion of Outdoor Fun

 June 2, 2021 - August 29, 2021
Looking for a safe, outdoor experience with your family this summer? S... MORE
12
May

Wine & Music on the Lawn

 May 12, 2021 - September 1, 2021
Wine and Music on the Lawn every Wednesday now - Sep. 1, 5:30-8:30pm on the lawn asid... MORE
13
June

Smittytown Market

 June 13, 2021 - September 5, 2021
Temperance's outdoor market returns on Sunday afternoons starting this Sunday, Ju... MORE
9
June

Fred's Garage Band Music Series

 June 9, 2021 - September 5, 2021
Enjoy live music and delicious food with Fred's Garage Band Music Series at Fred&... MORE
29
May

Butterflies and Blooms

 May 29, 2021 - September 6, 2021
Butterflies & Blooms is a butterfly exhibition where visitors can immerse themsel... MORE
1
July

Ravinia

July 1, 2021 - September 12, 2021
Exciting News!  Ravinia is opening for the Summer of 2021 in July.  Schedul... MORE
20
Feb

Mandela: Struggle for Freedom

 February 20, 2021 - September 12, 2021
Mandela: Struggle for Freedom traces the history of the fight against apartheid ... MORE
10
June

Glencoe Farmers Market

 June 10, 2021 - September 30, 2021
This summer, mark your calendars for the return of our community’s beloved week... MORE
8
May

Model Railroad Garden

 May 8, 2021 - October 10, 2021
Train and garden enthusiasts, young and old, return year after year for the delightfu... MORE
4
Jan

The Block Museum from Home

 January 4, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Virtual exhibit: Take a break from streaming services and check out the museum's ... MORE
1
Jan

Illinois Holocaust Museum Audio Tour

 January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Virtual: Lend us an ear: Hear the Stories with a Free Audio Tour. The audio tour... MORE
1
Jan

The Block from Home: Performed in the Present Tense

 January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Virtual exhibit: Take a break from streaming services and check out the museum's ... MORE
1
Jan

Warsaw Ghetto Uprising: Virtual Exhibition

 January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Virtual: The Warsaw ghetto uprising was the largest Jewish uprising in German-occupie... MORE
1
Jan

Truth Telling: Frances Willard and Ida B Wells

 January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Virtual: In the 1890s, Woman’s Christian Temperance Union President France... MORE
1
Jan

An Outside In Look at the Frances Willard House

 January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Virtual: Take a quick virtual tour, outside and in of the Frances Willard Home, ... MORE
1
Jan

Artifacts from the Vault

 January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Virtual: Explore the video series “Artifacts from the Vault,” where ... MORE
1
Jan

Performing Temperance

 January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Performing Temperance is an online exhibit that features primary sources while e... MORE
1
Jan

Influences of a Self-Made Woman

 January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Virtual: The history and memory of Frances Willard celebrates the legacy of a pr... MORE
1
Jan

Kohl Children's Museum Home Zone

 January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Virtual: Want to take the Museum experience home with you? Kohl Children’s Muse... MORE
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