Your North Shore Summer Festival Lineup

Summer on Chicago’s North Shore isn’t just a season - it’s a full-on festival circuit with some annual favorites returning each year. From art-filled streets to live music under the stars, these are the can't-miss events turning up the volume all summer long. Click here for even more ways to make the most of summer.

Ravinia Festival, Highland Park

Ravinia Festival - Through August 31
Ravinia Park, Highland Park
Bring a blanket, pack a picnic and let the music take over - Ravinia’s summer lineup is in full swing! Catch unforgettable performances from John Legend, Lenny Kravitz, the Gin Blossoms and endless more, not to mention the world-class artistry of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. 

Glenview Summer Fest - June 21
Adjacent to Jackman Park, Glenview
From bubble stations to local bites and evening jams, Glenview Summer Fest brings two blocks of nonstop fun including kid-friendly magic and “After Sunset” concert vibes.
 

Winnetka Music Festival, Winnetka

Winnetka Music Festival - June 20–21 (Sold out Friday - Saturday tickets still available)
Winnetka's Elm Street District, Winnetka
Big-name acts like Cold War Kids and Pete Yorn take center stage at this two-day musical takeover filled with family fun, food and feel-good energy.

Rock ’n’ Run the Runway - June 28
Chicago Executive Airport, Wheeling
Lace up for a morning 5K on the runway, then rock out at night with live bands, food trucks and fireworks lighting up the skies at Chicago Executive Airport.

Main Street Festival - June 28
Main-Dempster Mile, Evanston
Evanston’s Main Street Festival revives the beloved Custer Street Fair vibe with a fresh twist, local art, music, eats and pure hometown spirit.
 

Evanston Plein Air Festival, Evanston

Evanston Plein Air Festival - July 16–20
Various Locations, Evanston
Watch art come alive all over Evanston as artists paint the town (literally) in this colorful celebration of creativity, community and open-air inspiration.

Glencoe Festival of Art - July 19–20
700 Vernon Ave., Glencoe
A lakeside stroll through 100+ artists’ works, hands-on art activities, live music and cold drinks, Glencoe’s art fest is your paint-splattered passport to summer joy.

Lincolnwood Fest - July 24–27
Proesel Park, Lincolnwood
Lincolnwood Fest brings the heat for four days of family-friendly summer bliss with live music, a classic car show, carnival rides and a serious food truck game. 
 

Out of Space Skokie

Out of Space Skokie - July 24–27
Illinois Science + Technology Park Field, Skokie
Four nights, four epic lineups from Sylvan Esso to The Decemberists, plus good eats and cold drinks  at this ultimate outdoor music experience.

Art at the Glen - July 26-27
The Glen Town Center, Glenview
Art at the Glen transforms Glen Town Center into a lively outdoor gallery, packed with paintings, photography, sculpture, live music and hands-on fun for all ages.

Northbrook Days - July 30–August 3
Northbrook Train Station, West Metra Commuter Lot, Northbrook
A hometown favorite packed with rides, games, live tunes and local treats, Northbrook Days is a classic that just keeps getting better.
 

Wilmette Art Fair, Wilmette

Wilmette Art Fair - August 2–3
Downtown Wilmette
The Wilmette Art Fair is your summer culture fix where charming streets transform into open-air galleries with live demos, painting classes and kid-friendly fun. 

Evanston Art & Big Fork Festival - August 16–17
Downtown Evanston
Explore Evanston’s downtown fest is where creativity meets cuisine. Browse art from 150 juried artists, grab a gourmet bite, sip a drink and even get a custom poem.

Skokie’s Backlot Bash - August 22–24
Downtown Skokie
This three-day throwdown mixes carnival thrills, retro vibes, big-name tribute acts and pancakes with mimosas (yes, really!). This is a weekend you won’t forget.