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Pet Friendly Hotels

Be sure you’re not barking up the wrong tree and keep this guide to pet-friendly hotels on Chicago’s North Shore handy.

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Capture the moment or the scene when you strike a pose or frame a stunning shot of beauty on Chicago’s North Shore.

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Beautiful swaths of color and meaningful messages celebrate more than just the arts. Discover these vibrant, murals.

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Downtown Summer Sounds - The McNary Experience

August 28, 2025 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Downtown Evanston - Fountain Square, Evanston, IL

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The McNary Experience offers a soulful musical experience combining old school and new school tunes that engage crowds of all ages.Downtown Summer Sounds is a free outdoor concert series on Thursday evenings.

May

Umbrella Arts Festival 2025

May 31, 2025
Evanston ASPA is hosting it's 5th Annual Umbrella Arts Festival! This event is a... MORE

Free Admission

June

Thursday Night Markets

June 5, 2025
Now entering its 7th year, Downtown Evanston's Thursday Night Markets showcase ar... MORE

June

Evanston Cars & Coffee

June 22, 2025
Join us this summer for Evanston Cars & Coffee, a new series of free community ev... MORE

Free Admission

July

Downtown Summer Sounds - Chicken Bone

July 10, 2025
Downtown Summer Sounds is a free outdoor concert series on Thursday evenings fro... MORE