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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! 

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

 

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11
July

Grand Opening Night

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

Walking Tour: Historic Apartment Buildings

 July 11, 2026
This tour through southeast Evanston explores how the different architectural styles ... MORE
11
July

America Grows - 250 Years of Garden Stories: Make a Zine

July 11, 2026
July 4, 2026, marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Indepe... MORE
11
July

Gallery Night

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

Legionfest 2026

 July 11, 2026
LegionFest 2026 takes place at American Legion Post 42 in Evanston, Illinois. This al... MORE
10
July

Wilmette Sidewalk Sale

July 10, 2026 - July 11, 2026
Come celebrate the thriving Wilmette Downtown Business District as your favorite reta... MORE
10
July

Chicago Premier Lacrosse League and Women's Lacrosse League Weekend

 July 10, 2026 - July 11, 2026
The Premier Lacrosse League (PLL) returns to Chicago at Northwestern Medicine Field, ... MORE
12
July

Billy Idol

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

Tone & Toast

 July 12, 2026
Join us for an unforgettable morning of movement and community. The Tone and Toast Fi... MORE
12
July

Yusuf / Cat Stevens: through the eyes of Luke Wygodny

July 12, 2026
Luke Wygodny (singer/songwriter) is a proud Evanston native currently based in NY&rsq... MORE
11
July

Japan Festival 2026

 July 11, 2026 - July 12, 2026
Join us at a premier Midwest festival celebrating Japanese culture and community! Fro... MORE
11
July

Old Orchard Vintage & Artisan Market

 July 11, 2026 - July 12, 2026
Join us for an exciting market at Westfield Old Orchard for a fun filled summer serie... MORE
13
July

Music on the Esplanade - The Messengers

 July 13, 2026
Watch the sunset, and unwind with live music on the Esplanade. You are encouraged to ... MORE
14
July

Wheeling Tuesday Night Market

 July 14, 2026
The outdoor plaza comes alive with a variety of local vendors offering food, drinks, ... MORE
14
July

Little Orchard Kids Club - Sing-a-long with Miss Jamie and Friends

 July 14, 2026
Get ready for a wonderful summer at the Little Orchard Kids Club! Bring the whole fam... MORE
15
July

Harry Connick Jr.

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

Music on the Esplanade - Third Coast Bluegrass

July 15, 2026
Watch the sunset, and unwind with live music on the Esplanade. You are encouraged to ... MORE
16
July

Wheeling Thursday Night Live

 July 16, 2026
Come and experience Ryan Herrick Band, Rock, Country, Americana, Wild Spirit. Souther... MORE
16
July

Downtown Summer Sounds - Chicken Bone

July 16, 2026
Downtown Summer Sounds is a free outdoor concert series on Thursday evenings fro... MORE
16
July

Dine-In Movie: National Treasure

 July 16, 2026
Join the Skokie Heritage Museum and Downtown Skokie Merchants Collaborative at the 51... MORE
17
July

Peach Jam: Allman Brothers Tribute

July 17, 2026
Peach Jam is a premiere Allman Brothers tribute band based in Chicago, Illinois. Form... MORE
17
July

Plein Air Festival Block Party

July 17, 2026
Once again, Evanston Made and The Main-Dempster Mile are hosting a block party c... 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

Evanston's Starlight Movies in the Park - Double Feature - Shrek & School of Rock

 July 18, 2026
The 2026 Evanston Starlight Concert & Movie Series features free outdoor movies a... 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
18
July

Northbrook Cardboard Regatta

July 18, 2026
Can you turn paper into a seaworthy vessel? Join us for a challenging, fun and wet ad... 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
17
July

Winnetka Sidewalk Sale

July 17, 2026 - July 18, 2026
 Stroll the charming streets of Winnetka and discover unbeatable deals, unique f... 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

70 Years of Donations- Community Blood Drive with the American Red Cross

 July 19, 2026
Give the gift of life at the Community Blood Drive with the American Red Cross. Blood... MORE
19
July

Maz Jobrani - The Keep it Going Tour

 July 19, 2026
Maz Jobrani is a comedian and actor who performs around the world and recently releas... MORE
19
July

Park Hills Circle: Album Release Show

July 19, 2026
Park Hills Circle is the atmospheric indie project of Maris O'Tierney, an Alaskan... MORE
19
July

Human Raised: A Family Experience

 July 19, 2026
Families are invited to join Dr. Dana Suskind for a special interactive afternoon of ... 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
18
July

Glenview Art League Summer Art Fair

 July 18, 2026 - July 19, 2026
Glenview Art League Summer Art Fair. This is one of Illinois’ longest running a... MORE
18
July

Glencoe Festival of Art

July 18, 2026 - July 19, 2026
Get creative at the Glencoe Festival of Art with 100 artists on your perfect summer d... MORE
17
July

The Harvest

July 17, 2026 - July 19, 2026
In the basement of a small evangelical church in southeastern Idaho, a group of young... 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
5
June

The Last 5 Years

 June 5, 2026 - July 19, 2026
Oil Lamp Theater presents  The Last 5 Years - Straight from Broadway, Jason... MORE
20
July

Music on the Esplanade - Generation

July 20, 2026
Watch the sunset, and unwind with live music on the Esplanade. You are encouraged to ... 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
22
July

Music on the Esplanade - Dancing Queen - Tribute to Abba

 July 22, 2026
Watch the sunset, and unwind with live music on the Esplanade. You are encouraged to ... MORE
23
July

Wheeling Thursday Night Live

 July 23, 2026
Come and experience Lola Blu, Southern Rock/Country singer-songwriter bringing true r... MORE
23
July

Downtown Summer Sounds - Joel Paterson Swing Quartet

July 23, 2026
Guitar legend Joel Paterson and his Quartet bring you Chicago's finest blend of J... MORE
23
July

Mahler's Sixth Symphony

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

Northbrook Grand Prix

July 23, 2026
Get ready for the return of a thrilling day of criterium bike races on the streets of... MORE
23
July

Long Table Society Dinner with Live Jazz

 July 23, 2026
Join us for a cozy night of great food and smooth live jazz vibes at the Long Table S... MORE
24
July

On the Movies

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

Glencoe Al Fresco

July 24, 2026
Join Writers Theatre, the Village of Glencoe and the Glencoe Public Library for three... MORE
24
July

Midnight Sun Band presents: Kool & The Gang vs. Cameo

 July 24, 2026
Two big bands from the east coast… Kool & The Gang, who has represented Ph... MORE
25
July

Wilmette Park District - Fat Shallot Mediterranean Feast

 July 25, 2026
Welcome to the Gillson Beach Mediterranean Feast! Join us for a delicious culinary ex... MORE
25
July

Skylight Vintage Festival on Sidewalk Sale Weekend

 July 25, 2026
This new family-friendly festival, which includes 15 Vintage Vendors, Live Music and ... 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

Walking Tour: Main Street Explained

 July 25, 2026
New your for 2026! We’ll explore the history and future of Main Street, once th... MORE
25
July

America Grows - 250 Years of Garden Stories: Nature Journals

 July 25, 2026
July 4, 2026, marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Indepe... 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
25
July

Evanston's Starlight Movies in the Park: Superman

 July 25, 2026
The 2026 Evanston Starlight Concert & Movie Series features free outdoor movies a... MORE
25
July

Jammin' 5K/10K & Foam Frenzy 1/2 Mile Fun Run

July 25, 2026
Rock out and run at the Jammin’ 5K! This exciting timed event, for all ages, ha... MORE
23
July

Central Street Sidewalk Sale

 July 23, 2026 - July 25, 2026
Thursday, July 23 to Saturday, July 25, come out for the BIGGEST sales of the year at... MORE
26
July

Chanticleer

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

Emmylou Harris & Graham Nash

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

Tone & Toast

 July 26, 2026
Join us for an unforgettable morning of movement and community. The Tone and Toast Fi... MORE
26
July

Chris Botti

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

Songs of Protest, Sounds of Freedom

 July 26, 2026
Songs of Protest, Sounds of Freedom brings together an all-star lineup of Chicago are... MORE
25
July

Shimmering Summer - Bubble Play with Glowby the Bubbler

 July 25, 2026 - July 26, 2026
Step into a whimsical world of bubbles with Glowby the Bubbler. It's interactive ... MORE
25
July

Art at the Glen

July 25, 2026 - July 26, 2026
Come celebrate one of Glenview’s most beloved community traditions! Start your ... 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
24
July

Main-Dempster Mile Summer Sidewalk Sale

 July 24, 2026 - July 26, 2026
Find the best prices of the year during our Annual Sidewalk Sale and Clearance Event.... MORE
23
July

Evans Scholars Invitational

July 23, 2026 - July 26, 2026
The Glen Club will be hosting the Evans Scholars Invitational. Watch the future stars... MORE
23
July

Lincolnwood Fest 2026

 July 23, 2026 - July 26, 2026
Lincolnwood Fest is our community’s premier summer event, bringing together res... MORE
17
May

Downtown Evanston - Sunday Jazz at the Square

May 17, 2026 - July 26, 2026
Join us at Fountain Square in downtown Evanston for a relaxing lunchtime at Sunday Ja... MORE
27
July

Music on the Esplanade - Classical Blast

July 27, 2026
Watch the sunset, and unwind with live music on the Esplanade. You are encouraged to ... MORE
28
July

Wheeling Tuesday Night Market

 July 28, 2026
The outdoor plaza comes alive with a variety of local vendors offering food, drinks, ... 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
29
July

Music on the Esplanade - The Donna Herula Band

July 29, 2026
Watch the sunset, and unwind with live music on the Esplanade. You are encouraged to ... MORE
30
July

Wheeling Thursday Night Live

 July 30, 2026
Come and experience Deadfest, A group of skilled musicians who passionately play the ... MORE
30
July

Downtown Summer Sounds - Mixx Company Band

July 30, 2026
Downtown Summer Sounds is a free outdoor concert series on Thursday evenings. Th... MORE
31
July

Summer of Sound at Westfield Old Orchard

July 31, 2026
Enjoy an unforgettable summer experience at Westfield Old Orchard! Enjoy free concert... 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

Walking Tour: Burnham in Evanston

 August 1, 2026
Daniel Burnham, Chicago’s most well-known architect, chose to live in what he c... MORE
1
Aug

America Grows - 250 Years of Garden Stories: Beaded Artwork

 August 1, 2026
July 4, 2026, marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Indepe... MORE
1
Aug

Starlight Movie Series - Double Feature - The Land Before Time & Jurassic World Rebirth

 August 1, 2026
The 2026 Evanston Starlight Concert & Movie Series features free outdoor movies a... 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
24
July

Ravinia's America 250 Celebrations

 July 24, 2026 - August 1, 2026
Ravinia has been an American institution since 1904; an unofficial summer home of the... 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
2
Aug

Watchhouse

 August 2, 2026
Watchhouse is an Americana/folk duo based in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. The group w... MORE
2
Aug

West Texas Exiles

 August 2, 2026
Featuring five musicians who grew up in El Paso, Lubbock and Amarillo, the West Texas... MORE
2
Aug

Glenn Miller Orchestra

August 2, 2026
“In The Mood” for swing music? Take a step back in time with the most pop... MORE
31
July

The River Bride

 July 31, 2026 - August 2, 2026
Three days before a wedding, a handsome and mysterious man is fished from the Amazon ... MORE
3
Aug

Music on the Esplanade - Fernandez & Kimball

August 3, 2026
Watch the sunset, and unwind with live music on the Esplanade. You are encouraged to ... MORE
23
June

Tuesdays in the Park - Summer Concert Series

June 23, 2026 - August 4, 2026
Grab your chair or picnic blanket and head over to enjoy fun performances in the park... MORE
5
Aug

Danish String Quartet

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

Music on the Esplanade - The Box Band

 August 5, 2026
Watch the sunset, and unwind with live music on the Esplanade. You are encouraged to ... MORE
5
Aug

Sip With The Sommelier: Summer Sips

August 5, 2026
Reserve your seat to ‘Sip With The Sommelier’ featuring white, rosé... MORE
17
June

Wednesday in the Woods: Children's Concerts

June 17, 2026 - August 5, 2026
Join us for free interactive children’s concerts! Bring a picnic lunch or pick ... MORE
6
Aug

Wheeling Thursday Night Live

 August 6, 2026
Come and experience Marcus Rezak's Gumbo, a true sonic representation of Phish. E... MORE
6
Aug

Downtown Summer Sounds - Alongside Harold

August 6, 2026
Alongside Harold is an Evanston and Chicago-based band that blends female-led vocals ... 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
7
Aug

First Friday in Hubbard Woods

August 7, 2026
Join us for an evening of style and creativity at First Friday in Hubbard Woods! Part... MORE
7
Aug

Skokie's Dive-In Movie: Beetlejuice

 August 7, 2026
Bring your floaties and the family to the Devonshire Aquatic Center for a showing of ... MORE
7
Aug

Sons of the Never Wrong

August 7, 2026
Sons of the Never Wrong is a turbo-charged Alt folk trio from Chicago that delivers w... MORE
8
Aug

Chance the Rapper

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

Walking Tour: Prairie School Lakeshore Historic District

 August 8, 2026
This architectural tour highlighting the Prairie School (late 19th to early 20th cent... MORE
9
Aug

Tone & Toast

 August 9, 2026
Join us for an unforgettable morning of movement and community. The Tone and Toast Fi... 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
9
Aug

Joel Paterson and His Organ Quartet

 August 9, 2026
Blues, swing and soul jazz night with guitarist Joel Paterson and His Organ Quartet!&... MORE
8
Aug

Shimmering Summer - Live Music - The Dreamtree Shakers

 August 8, 2026 - August 9, 2026
Indie pop for kids and great music for the whole family.  ... MORE
5
Aug

Northbrook Days Festival

August 5, 2026 - August 9, 2026
Every year, volunteers across our community come together for five days and put on an... MORE
10
Aug

Music on the Esplanade - Brass From The Past

August 10, 2026
Watch the sunset, and unwind with live music on the Esplanade. You are encouraged to ... MORE
11
Aug

Wheeling Tuesday Night Market

 August 11, 2026
The outdoor plaza comes alive with a variety of local vendors offering food, drinks, ... 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
11
Aug

Starlight Concert Series - Cecy Santana

 August 11, 2026
The Evanston Starlight Concert and Movie Series is returning for the summer with free... MORE
12
Aug

Joe Bonamassa

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

Curiosity Cafes at the Dawes House - Great Lakes Recreational Sailing History

 August 12, 2026
The Great Lakes have been the site of trade and industry for millennia, but the water... MORE
12
Aug

Music on the Esplanade - The Four C Notes - A Tribute to Frankie Valli & the Four Seasons

 August 12, 2026
Watch the sunset, and unwind with live music on the Esplanade. You are encouraged to ... MORE
8
July

Wednesdays on the Green - Summer Sessions in Skokie

July 8, 2026 - August 12, 2026
Experience the ultimate summer vibes in Skokie! Join the fun every Wednesday at 7pm o... MORE
13
Aug

Downtown Summer Sounds - Funkadesi - featuring Pavithra Anand

August 13, 2026
Funkadesi has been wowing crowds for over 27 years with their blend of Indian bhangra... 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
14
Aug

Braxton Cook

 August 14, 2026
When the vocalist and multi-instrumentalist Braxton Cook first started working on the... 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
15
Aug

Walking Tour: Evanston's Alleys

August 15, 2026
Discover how Chicago became the alley capital of the country! On this tour, we'll... MORE
15
Aug

America Grows - 250 Years of Garden Stories: Lego Gardens

 August 15, 2026
July 4, 2026, marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Indepe... MORE
15
Aug

Party on the Green

August 15, 2026
Bring your family and join us for a fun and festive day full of live music, bouncy ho... MORE
15
Aug

Southern Hospitality

 August 15, 2026
The South has long been known for hospitality and down home music. Within the last 10... MORE
16
Aug

70 Years of Donations- Community Blood Drive with the American Red Cross

 August 16, 2026
Give the gift of life at the Community Blood Drive with the American Red Cross. Blood... MORE
16
Aug

Tchaikovsky Spectacular

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

Eric Johanson

 August 16, 2026
Eric Johanson stands at the forefront of modern blues with a sound that fuses deep gr... MORE
16
Aug

Deep Blue Something

 August 16, 2026
Deep Blue Something is an American alternative rock band formed in Denton, Texas in 1... MORE
15
Aug

Old Orchard Vintage & Artisan Market

 August 15, 2026 - August 16, 2026
Join us for an exciting market at Westfield Old Orchard for a fun filled summer serie... MORE
4
June

Leopoldstadt

 June 4, 2026 - August 16, 2026
At the dawn of the 20th century, Vienna is the heart of European culture. While an ex... MORE
17
Aug

Music on the Esplanade - Guitarra Azul

August 17, 2026
Watch the sunset, and unwind with live music on the Esplanade. You are encouraged to ... 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

History of Old Orchard Walking Tour

August 19, 2026
Celebrate Old Orchard Mall's 70th anniversary with a stroll down memory lane and ... MORE
19
Aug

Gregory Alan Isakov

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

Music on the Esplanade - Strung Out

August 19, 2026
Watch the sunset, and unwind with live music on the Esplanade. You are encouraged to ... MORE
20
Aug

Wheeling Thursday Night Live

 August 20, 2026
Come and experience Funk Tonic, a high energy funky classics, funkified rock favorite... MORE
20
Aug

Downtown Summer Sounds - The Windy City Ramblers

August 20, 2026
The Windy City Ramblers will be performing high energy New Orleans style brass band s... 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
22
Aug

Melody Angel: Album Release

 August 22, 2026
Melody Angel, the powerhouse of "electric church music," ignites stages wor... MORE
22
Aug

Ally Venable Band

 August 22, 2026
Texas blues-rock singer/songwriter and guitarist extraordinaire, Ally Venable, entert... MORE
23
Aug

Tone & Toast

 August 23, 2026
Join us for an unforgettable morning of movement and community. The Tone and Toast Fi... 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

Peter Himmelman

 August 23, 2026
When is the right time to release another record of original music? Ask the Emmy- and... 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
22
Aug

Shimmering Summer - Circus Skills

 August 22, 2026 - August 23, 2026
Back by popular demand. Learn juggling and hula-hooping with hands-on instruction fro... MORE
22
Aug

Evanston Art & Big Fork Festival

August 22, 2026 - August 23, 2026
The alluring streets of downtown Evanston host the community favorite Evanston Art &a... MORE
22
Aug

Heirloom Fest: Tomatoes & More

 August 22, 2026 - August 23, 2026
Discover the many varieties of heirloom and open-pollinated vegetables that you can g... MORE
13
June

Garden Chef Series

 June 13, 2026 - August 23, 2026
Learn to cook with garden-fresh ingredients all summer long at the Garden Chef Series... MORE
24
Aug

Music on the Esplanade - Saturday June Band

August 24, 2026
Watch the sunset, and unwind with live music on the Esplanade. You are encouraged to ... MORE
25
Aug

Wheeling Tuesday Night Market

 August 25, 2026
The outdoor plaza comes alive with a variety of local vendors offering food, drinks, ... 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
25
Aug

Evanston Starlight Concert Series - Soft-Opening Takeout Picnic

 August 25, 2026
The Evanston Starlight Concert and Movie Series is returning for the summer with free... MORE
26
Aug

Brandi Carlile

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

Music on the Esplanade - Billy Elton

 August 26, 2026
Watch the sunset, and unwind with live music on the Esplanade. You are encouraged to ... MORE
27
Aug

Wheeling Thursday Night Live

 August 27, 2026
Come and experience Westend 40, R&B, Soul, Rock, Dance and Modern Pop. Enjoy free... MORE
27
Aug

Downtown Summer Sounds - Jake Sanders Quintet

August 27, 2026
The Jake Sanders Quintet plays swing & classic jazz for your dancing and listenin... 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

Summer of Sound at Westfield Old Orchard

 August 28, 2026
Step into a vibrant atmosphere & let live music elevate your evening – gath... MORE
28
Aug

Glencoe Al Fresco

August 28, 2026
JJoin Writers Theatre, the Village of Glencoe and the Glencoe Public Library for the ... MORE
28
Aug

Alabama

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

Rick Estrin & The Nightcats

August 28, 2026
Blues vocalist, harmonica master and songwriting legend Rick Estrin, leader of the mu... MORE
28
Aug

Jim Messina

 August 28, 2026
Messina brings his band, The Road Runners, and performs a show that highlights Messin... 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

America Grows - 250 Years of Garden Stories: Origami

 August 29, 2026
July 4, 2026, marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Indepe... 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
29
Aug

Starlight Movie Series - Bill and Ted's Excellent Adventure

 August 29, 2026
The 2026 Evanston Starlight Concert & Movie Series features free outdoor movies a... MORE
30
Aug

Miranda Lambert

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

Skokie Park District's America's 250th Trivia Night

 August 30, 2026
Celebrate America's 250th birthday by testing your knowledge of the last 250 year... MORE
30
Aug

Mike Clark Organ Trio ft. Jerry Z and Dave Stryker

 August 30, 2026
Legendary drummer and Headhunters founding member Mike Clark returns to Space with B3... MORE
28
Aug

Skokie's Backlot Bash

August 28, 2026 - August 30, 2026
A three day street festival in Downtown Skokie, Skokie's Backlot Bash will host a... 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
19
June

Whirlwind - Control the power of air!

June 19, 2026 - August 30, 2026
Airmailing - Explore the capabilities of wind and air with our all-new WhirlWind exhi... MORE
18
May

Dedicated to the Proposition: Abraham Lincoln

 May 18, 2026 - August 31, 2026
The Radmacher Gallery at Skokie Public Library presents Dedicated to the Proposition:... MORE
2
Sep

History of Old Orchard Walking Tour

September 2, 2026
Celebrate Old Orchard Mall's 70th anniversary with a stroll down memory lane and ... MORE
2
Sep

Labrinth

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

Wheeling Thursday Night Live

 September 3, 2026
Come and experience Petty Kings, a tribute to Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers. Enjoy ... MORE
3
Sep

Downtown Summer Sounds - Suite Mollie Band

September 3, 2026
The Suite Mollie Band plays a mix of R&B, Funk, Rock, and a bit of Jazz. Now... 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
4
Sep

John Primer and Friends Tribute to Theresa's Lounge

 September 4, 2026
After completing a tribute to his humble beginnings in Mississippi, the three-time Gr... 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

Walking Tour: Prairie School North Evanston

 September 5, 2026
This architectural tour highlights the Prairie School (late 19th to early 20th centur... 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
3
Sep

Bill W. & Dr. Bob

 September 3, 2026 - September 5, 2026
In 1929, famous New York stockbroker Bill Wilson crashes along with the stock market ... 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
9
Sep

Picturing the Modern Metropolis: Prints and Photographs from the Block’s Collection

 September 9, 2026
In the twentieth century, many artists working in the United States were drawn to the... MORE
10
Sep

Wheeling Thursday Night Live

 September 10, 2026
Come and experience Big Brother's Vinyl, high energy rock and blues, featuring du... MORE
10
Sep

Evanston Wine Walk

September 10, 2026
Enjoy wine tastings in dozens of locally, independently-owned shops on Main Street an... MORE
11
Sep

First Friday in Hubbard Woods ft. Steely Dad

 September 11, 2026
Join us for an evening of style and creativity at First Friday in Hubbard Woods! Part... MORE
11
Sep

Punch Brothers

 September 11, 2026
Punch Brothers is an American band consisting of Chris Thile, Brittany Haas, Noam Pik... MORE
11
Sep

Punch Brothers - Folk Festival Kick-Off Show

September 11, 2026
Punch Brothers is an American band consisting of Chris Thile, Brittany Haas, Noam Pik... MORE
12
Sep

Walking Tour: Historic Apartment Buildings

 September 12, 2026
This tour through southeast Evanston explores how the different architectural styles ... 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
13
Sep

Fred Armisen: Comedy for Musicians but Everyone is Welcome

 September 13, 2026
Fred Armisen is bringing his Comedy for Musicians But Everyone is Welcome show to Cah... MORE
12
Sep

Old Orchard Vintage & Artisan Market

 September 12, 2026 - September 13, 2026
Join us for an exciting market at Westfield Old Orchard for a fun filled summer serie... MORE
12
Sep

Shimmering Summer -The Bubbler is Back

 September 12, 2026 - September 13, 2026
Glowby the Bubbler returns for another magical experience.... 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
16
Sep

Ronnie Baker Brooks

 September 16, 2026
Chicago guitarist, vocalist, songwriter, and multiple Blues Music Award winner Ronnie... MORE
17
Sep

Wheeling Thursday Night Live

 September 17, 2026
Come and experience Industrial Drive, an eclectic variety of rock music from the 80&#... 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
18
Sep

10,000 Maniacs

 September 18, 2026
Celebrating 45 years as one of alternative rock's most beloved bands, 10,000 Mani... MORE
18
Sep

Somi

September 18, 2026
Vocalist, composer, actor, and playwright Somi Kakoma is the Midwestern daughter of i... 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

America Grows - 250 Years of Garden Stories: Meet the Artist

September 19, 2026
July 4, 2026, marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Indepe... 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

Candi Jenkins

 September 20, 2026
Candi Jenkins is an up-and-coming roots artist making a name for herself with classic... MORE
20
Sep

Flea Market Frenzy

September 20, 2026
Thinking of having a garage or yard sale this year, but you don't have the space?... 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
19
Sep

Shimmering Summer Finale

September 19, 2026 - September 20, 2026
Close out the season with an Oktoberfest-style family event.  ... MORE
19
Sep

Central States Dahlia Society Show

September 19, 2026 - September 20, 2026
Get ready for an explosive burst of color that will leave you loving dahlias! Present... MORE
23
Sep

Jacob Collier

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

Wheeling Thursday Night Live

 September 24, 2026
Come and experience Dry County Line, all styles of country and western musiuc layered... MORE
24
Sep

Head East

 September 24, 2026
The legendary classic rock band Head East has long set the standard for authentic, fu... MORE
25
Sep

Don McClean

September 25, 2026
North Shore Center Presents Don McLean, an evening with the legendary singer-songwrit... MORE
8
June

America Grows - 250 Years of Garden Stories: Join a Walking Tour

 June 8, 2026 - September 25, 2026
America Grows - 250 Years of Garden Stories- July 4, 2026, marks the 250th anniversar... MORE
26
Sep

Alicia Witt Album Release Show - Between Heaven and Earth (and David Lynch)

 September 26, 2026
Alicia Roanne Witt is an American actress, singer-songwriter, and pianist who plays p... MORE
26
Sep

Glenview Blocktoberfest

September 26, 2026
Come together and celebrate downtown Glenview with live music, food, beverages, and f... MORE
4
June

Wilmette's Sound of Summer

 June 4, 2026 - September 27, 2026
Bring a lawn chair and takeout from your favorite Wilmette restaurant and sit on the ... MORE
30
Sep

40 Fingers

 September 30, 2026
They are called 40 FINGERS, they are Italian and they are the phenomenal quartet of g... 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
2
Oct

First Friday Art Walk in Hubbard Woods

October 2, 2026
Our First Friday monthly event series wraps up the 2026 season with Art Walk! Sip, ni... MORE
3
Oct

Walking Tour: Double Houses Lakeshore Historic District

 October 3, 2026
This Walking Tour is based on the Design Evanston book Hidden in Plain Sight: Evansto... 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

Touch-a-Truck

October 3, 2026
Grab a hard hat and join us for this free family event that allows children to see, t... MORE
3
Oct

Bruce Hornsby & The Noisemakers Indigo Park Tour

 October 3, 2026
Hornsby has won three Grammy Awards: a 1987 Grammy Award for Best New Artist with Bru... 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
3
Oct

Old Orchard Vintage & Artisan Market

 October 3, 2026 - October 4, 2026
Join us for an exciting market at Westfield Old Orchard for a fun filled summer serie... MORE
7
Oct

History of Old Orchard Walking Tour

October 7, 2026
Celebrate Old Orchard Mall's 70th anniversary with a stroll down memory lane and ... MORE
7
Oct

Ghostbusters in Concert

 October 7, 2026 - October 8, 2026
Experience the original Ghostbusters film like never before projected on the big scre... MORE
9
Oct

Jahnavi Harrison

 October 9, 2026
Jahnavi Harrison is a musician, writer, artist and practitioner of bhakti - yoga. She... 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
10
Oct

An Intimate Evening with Copeland w/Jenny Dee

 October 10, 2026
Longevity in music comes through pushing yourself and expanding the possibilities of ... MORE
11
Oct

An Evening With Steve Dawson with special guests Jason Adasiewicz, Jason Roebke, Diane Christiansen and Alton Smith

 October 11, 2026
Steve Dawson will look back over 35 years of songs and music making, including songs ... MORE
17
June

Northbrook Farmers Market

June 17, 2026 - October 14, 2026
Treat yourself to some Wednesday Love at Northbrook Farmers Market! Enjoy the freshes... MORE
16
Oct

Feast a da Funny

October 16, 2026
In Italian culture there are numerous celebrations or “feasts”, such as S... MORE
17
Oct

Walking Tour: Double Houses & Prairie School Ridge Historic District

 October 17, 2026
This tour covers both the double houses featured Design Evanston’s book Hidden ... MORE
16
Oct

Duane Betts & Palmetto Motel

 October 16, 2026 - October 17, 2026
Duane Betts ignites and brings an evolution to the Southern rock tradition. With a fi... 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

Spooky Saturday on the Main Dempster Mile

October 24, 2026
Kids of all ages are invited to trick or treat the businesses of the Main-Dempster Mi... 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
24
Oct

Central Street Trick or Treat

October 24, 2026
Family fun awaits! Celebrate Halloween on Central Street. Trick-or-treat at participa... MORE
20
June

Glenview Farmers Market

 June 20, 2026 - October 24, 2026
The Glenview Farmers Market will open for the season on June 20 o... MORE
1
May

Evanston Rides - May - October

 May 1, 2026 - October 24, 2026
Evanston Rides! Get ready to pedal into summer with Downtown Evanston in partnership ... MORE
25
Nov

Jackopierce

November 25, 2026 - October 25, 2026
Jackopierce formed in 1988 in Dallas as theater students at SMU. The duo steadily mad... MORE
25
Oct

Day of the Dead Family 5k Walk/Run

October 25, 2026
Join us for a 5K run/walk celebrating the Day of the Dead. Run through picturesque He... MORE
7
Oct

Night of 1,000 Jack-O'Lanterns

October 7, 2026 - October 25, 2026
Let the gourd times roll! Dare to walk an eerily enchanting path aglow with artist-ca... 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
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
4
Nov

Béla Fleck: My Bluegrass Heart

 November 4, 2026
Béla Fleck’s My Bluegrass Heart is a triumphant double-album and a maste... MORE
6
Nov

Julian Lage Quartet ft. John Medeski, Jorge Roeder, Kenny Wollesen

 November 6, 2026
Julian Price Lage is an American guitarist and composer. A child prodigy, Lage perfor... 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

Sons of Chicago

 November 7, 2026
Experience an evening of Bruce Springsteen classics performed by the acclaimed 12-pie... 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
8
Nov

Adam Ezra Group w. Sirsy

 November 8, 2026
We don’t see many artists building the kind of momentum Adam Ezra Group is gene... MORE
29
Oct

Grace and the Butterfly Effect

 October 29, 2026 - November 8, 2026
A story that nurtures curiosity and care, reflecting how the Wirtz Center helps young... 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
11
Nov

AJ McLean presents Alexander James: The Better Man Tour

 November 11, 2026
For decades, Alexander James has been a part of Backstreet Boys, one of the most succ... MORE
13
Nov

Tyrone Wells

 November 13, 2026
I’m a lot of things in no particular order… a preacher’s son, a br... MORE
14
Nov

Little Feat: The Last Farewell Tour

November 14, 2026
Playing is the joy and satisfaction of touring, but it comes with the hard part -- tr... MORE
14
Nov

Amythyst Kiah

November 14, 2026
Produced by Butch Walker (Taylor Swift, Green Day, Weezer) and recorded at his Nashvi... MORE
15
Nov

David Cross

 November 15, 2026
This comedy performance features the Emmy Award-winning comedian, actor, writer, and ... MORE
18
Nov

Fran Lebowitz

 November 18, 2026
Lebowitz worked odd jobs, such as taxi driving, belt peddling, and apartment cleaning... MORE
20
Nov

Gravity & Other Myths Ten Thousand Hours

 November 20, 2026
GRAVITY & OTHER MYTHS brings Ten Thousand Hours, a breathtaking, family-friendly ... MORE
17
May

Visit Schmidt-Burnham Log House

 May 17, 2026 - November 20, 2026
The Schmidt-Burnham Log House is the oldest log structure in Cook County, Illinois. B... MORE
22
Nov

Lincolnwood 50th Annual Turkey Trot -5k/10k/Walk/Dash

November 22, 2026
The 50th Annual Lincolnwood Turkey Trot tradition is back again for another year!&nbs... MORE
13
Nov

She Loves Me

 November 13, 2026 - November 22, 2026
A charming tale of connection and revelation brought to life by emerging storytellers... 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
28
Nov

We're Glad You're Here Holidays - Shop Local

 November 28, 2026 - December 20, 2026
Simple, happy, fun and retro activations to make you remember why it’s great to... 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
9
Mar

Ultimate Johnny Cash - Walkin' The Line

 March 9, 2027
Filled with anecdotes, stories and history pulled from Johnnys many biographies, conc... 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
5
May

Writers Theatre presents Hershey Felder: The Piano and Me - A New Play with Music

 May 5, 2027 - June 27, 2027
Hershey Felder, known for his hit portrayals of musical geniuses in his beloved compo... MORE
8
Apr

Creditors

 April 8, 2027 - July 3, 2027
Adi, a struggling painter, is on holiday at the seaside with his glamorous wife, Tekl... MORE
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