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.
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Music on the Esplanade June 18, 2019 Music on the Esplanade: Luciano Antonio, Brazilian Jazz. | Each Tuesday evening brings a different kind of music, from big band to swing to bluegrass. Watch the sun set over the Smith Fountain. Note: You are encouraged to bring your own chairs as the Garden has a limited supply available each evening. Free Admission (does not include parking fees). Type: Live Music. MORE! |
Chicago Botanic Garden 1000 Lake Cook Road Glencoe, IL (847) 835-5440 |
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Starlight Concert Series June 18, 2019 Performer: Brandon Markell Holmes (Alternative R&B) | Evanston's 2019 Starlight Concert Series will feature nine free outdoor concerts at park locations throughout the city, June 4 through July 30. Starlight concerts will take place on Tuesdays from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Interactive family activities will occur before each concert from 6 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. In the event of rain, concerts will take place at the Levy Senior Center, located at 300 Dodge Ave. (except June 18 concert). Rain site updates will be available after 4:30 p.m. on the show date by calling/texting 847-448-4311 (until 7 p.m.). Type: Live Music. MORE! |
Twiggs Park Simpson St. at Dodge Ave. Evanston, IL (847) 448-8058 |
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Stile Antico June 18, 2019 Stile Antico: Queen of Muses performs in Martin Theatre in Ravinia. One of the world's most accomplished a capella ensembles celebrates its 10th anniversary. | Ravinia Festival is the oldest outdoor music festival in the United States with a series of outdoor concerts and performances held every summer from June to September. **Lawn ticket prices increase by $5 on the day of the show. Varies. Type: Performing Arts. MORE! |
Ravinia Festival 418 Sheridan Rd. Highland Park, IL (847) 266-5100 |
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Juilliard String Quartet June 19, 2019 Julliard String Quartet Concert. | Ravinia Festival is the oldest outdoor music festival in the United States with a series of outdoor concerts and performances held every summer from June to September. *Lawn ticket price increases by $5 on the day of the performance. Varies . Type: Live Music. MORE! |
Ravinia Festival 418 Sheridan Rd. Highland Park, IL (847)266-5100 |
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Wednesdays in the Woods June 19, 2019 Performer(s): Twinray. Join us on Wednesday evenings for live music, food, and drinks at Hubbard Woods Park! Food is available for purchase through Catering by Chef Phil. Regular menu items include marinated chicken, burgers, hot dogs, chips, candy, and soft drinks. Beer and wine is available for purchase through the Winnetka Parks Foundation. Type: Live Music. MORE! |
Hubbard Woods Park in Winnetka 939 Green Bay Road Winnetka, IL (847) 501-2040 |
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Wednesdays on the Green June 19, 2019 Wednesdays on the Green: R-Gang /R&B dance bands | The Skokie Chamber of Commerce and Industry has once again teamed with the Skokie Public Library, Skokie Park District and Village of Skokie to bring you another summer of FREE fun on Wednesday nights starting at 7PM from June through August. Rain or shine! If it rains at 6pm, this event will move inside the Library to the Auditorium. Type: Live Music. MORE! |
Village Green 5187 Oakton Street Skokie, IL (847) 673-0240 |
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Bernstein's Songfest June 20, 2019 Bernstein's Songfest (arr. Platt/Osborne) Caroga Arts Ensemble. | Ravinia, North America's oldest music festival, stands today as its most musically diverse, presenting over 140 different events throughout the summer. **Lawn ticket prices are increased by $5 on the day of the show. $35 / $25 Lawn: $10. Type: Live Music. MORE! |
Ravinia Festival 418 Sheridan Road Highland Park , IL (847) 832-6917 |
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Downtown Evanston Sip and Stroll June 20, 2019 Sip, shop and stroll your way through downtown Evanston on the fourth annual Downtown Sip & Stroll! Stop in at the businesses to sample a range of wines (or other beverages) and take advantage of special sales and promotions. Check in at Assembly Creators (1642 Orrington Ave.) and another location TBD to get a wristband and map of participating businesses. Must be 21 or older to get a wristband. IDs required. Tickets are limited so RSVP. Free; RSVP. Type: Festival/Special Events. MORE! |
Downtown Evanston Various locations; see flyer for store offers Evanston, IL (847) 866-6319 |
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Frances Willard House Tours June 20, 2019 Visitors can visit the Frances Willard House and learn about the Women’s Christian Temperance Union’s (WCTU) historic work against sex trafficking worldwide. As the world’s largest women’s organization by 1890, the WCTU took a strong stance against an issue that we still grapple with today. Be inspired as you learn about the ways in which these women worked together to create positive change in the world. FWHM members are free for all tours and programs. $10 for adults; $5 for students (children under 6 are free). Type: Tours. MORE! |
Frances Willard House 1730 Chicago Avenue Evanston, IL (847) 328-7500 |
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Hot Summer Nights Series June 20, 2019 Hot Summer Nights: Cadillac Groove band/ R&B, soul, and funk. | The Hot Summer Nights series features sunsets, free live music and dancing every Thursday night through late August. Professional dance instructors will teach easy-to-understand mini-lessons that correspond to the music of the evening. Enjoy your favorite Garden Grille selections at concerts with Grille to Go! Purchase a reusable Chicago Botanic Garden tote bag and carry your menu selection to evening concerts throughout the summer. Picnicking is permitted in/surrounding McGinley Pavilion only on concert evenings. Bring a chair as the Garden has a limited supply available each evening. $Free (parking fees still apply). Type: Live Music. MORE! |
Chicago Botanic Garden 1000 Lake Cook Road Glencoe, IL (847) 835-5440 |
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Out of Space 2019: Digable Planets with Kweku Collins June 20, 2019 OUT of SPACE 2019: Digable Planets with Kweku Collins presented by SPACE & Temperance Beer Company. Digable Planets are an American alternative hip hop trio based in Brooklyn, New York. Kweku Collins is a 21-year old rapper/producer/songwriter from Evanston, IL that has been making music for most of his life. $28. Type: Live Music. MORE! |
Temperance Beer Co. 2000 W. Dempster St. Evanston, IL (847) 864-1000 |
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Thursday Night Live June 20, 2019 Performer: Maracujaz with Brazilian, Latin & American Jazz & Pop | Now in its 20th year, Thursday Night Live returns with an exciting 10-concert series to Fountain Square plaza this summer! Join us every Thursday from 7pm to 9pm to enjoy live music ranging from jazz, classic rock, rockabilly, blues and swing more. In the event inclement weather, Downtown Evanston will cancel the show by 4 p.m. on the day of the concert. Check Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for updates. Free. Type: Live Music. MORE! |
Fountain Square Plaza 1603 Orrington Avenue Evanston, IL 847-328-4400 |
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Uncasked Craft Beer Festival June 20, 2019 Join us for the Uncasked Beer Festival in Cube Park! Bringing the best craft beer to the North Shore, this tasting event will excite your palate and tease your taste buds with 10 craft beer samples from local distributors and generous food samples from participating retailers. The event will also include an appearance, live cooking demo and meet and greet from celebrity chef-partner, Tony Mantuano from Spiaggia. Enjoy live entertainment, raffle prizes, special shopping, and more. Must be 21 + to attend. $25. Type: Festival/Special Events. MORE! |
Westfield Old Orchard Mall 4905 Old Orchard Shopping Center Skokie, IL 800-243-0852 |
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Kids Duathlon June 21, 2019 On your mark, get set, go! Test your skills at our annual Kids’ Duathlon. The event includes biking and running. Bring a bicycle (no training wheels), helmet and tennis shoes. All participants receive an event T-shirt. After the event, participants can enjoy pizza, drinks and admission to Meadowhill Aquatic Center. Check the website for age divisions and distances. Early registratin is encouraged. Event-day registration is available from 5-6pm. Preregistration ends: Thursday, June 20 at 3pm. Early Registration Discount: $5.00, expires Jun 11, 2019. $25; save $5 if registered by June 11. Type: Festival/Special Events. MORE! |
Ed Rudolph Northbrook Velodrome 1479 Maple Ave Northbrook, IL (847 )291-2985 |
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Out of Space 2019: Toots and The Maytals with Shamarr Allen and The Underdawgs June 21, 2019 OUT OF SPACE 2019: Toots & The Maytals with Shamarr Allen & The Underdawgs presented by SPACE & Temperance Beer Company. $28. Type: Live Music. MORE! |
Temperance Beer Co. 2000 W. Dempster St. Evanston, IL (847) 864-1000 |
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Tony Bennett with Antonia Bennett June 21, 2019 Tony Bennett with Antonia Bennett: "I Left My Heart" Tour | Ravinia Festival is the oldest outdoor music festival in the United States with a series of outdoor concerts and performances held every summer from June to September. *Lawn ticket prices increase by $5 on the day of the show. Varies . Type: Live Music. MORE! |
Ravinia Festival 418 Sheridan Rd. Highland Park, IL (847) 266-5100 |
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Craft Beer & Wine Festival June 22, 2019 Come to Wheeling Park District’s Annual Craft Beer & Wine Festival! Summer, sun and suds are just a few of the pleasures you’ll enjoy at this annual event. Enjoy tastings of over 60 seasonal beers, wines and ciders from regional and national breweries. Beer and wine lovers will receive a commemorative sampling glass and have access to unlimited two-ounce samples of beer, wine and cider. Talk directly to the brew-masters, sample the different tastes and styles available in the local region, enjoy quality food, and relax to the sounds of live music entertainment. Must be 21+ to participate. Save $10 on tickets when you purchase before June 21st! Varies. Type: Festival/Special Events. MORE! |
Wheeling Park District Heritage Park Performance Pavilion; 201 Community Boulevard Wheeling, IL (847) 465-3333 |
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Kids Concert: Catskill Puppet Theater June 22, 2019 Kids Concert Series: Catskill Puppet Theater: The Villain's Mustache. Shows at 11:00 AM, 1:30 PM and 3:30 PM | Ravinia, North America's oldest music festival, is nestled in a 36-acre, gently wooded park making it an enchanting place to experience music. Guests can bring their own picnics or eat at one of the park restaurants. $10. Type: Performing Arts. MORE! |
Ravinia Festival 418 Sheridan Rd. Highland Park, IL (847)266-5100 |
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Out of Space 2019: Liz Phair and Juliana Hatfield June 22, 2019 OUT OF SPACE 2019: Liz Phair w/ Juliana Hatfield presented by SPACE & Temperance Beer Company. $35. Type: Live Music. MORE! |
Temperance Beer Co. 2000 W. Dempster St. Evanston, IL (847) 864-1000 |
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Winnetka Music Festival June 21, 2019 - June 22, 2019 Winnetka Music Festival is a 2-day immersion of high quality music in the Elm Street District. A strong line-up of amazing bands including children's programming raise this festival above the norm. Food courts and craft beers and wine are spread throughout the festival area. As you listen to the music you'll be able to enjoy a beer or a glass of wine, or stroll the streets of Winnetka listening to street musicians. The Winnetka Community House, will be the site of a special ticketed VIP area at this year's festival. Type: Festival/Special Events. MORE! |
Winnetka's Elm Street District Elm Street between the west and east side of Green Bay Road Winnetka, IL |
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125th Anniversary Parade and Concert in the Park June 23, 2019 Wheeling will celebrate 125 years of village history with a concert and parade starting at 4 p.m. Sunday, June 23 along Dundee Road from Northgate Parkway to Wolf Road. Parking will be available at Village Hall, the Wheeling Police Station, St. Joseph the Worker Church and Social Hall and Wheeling Park District. Immediately following the parade, enjoy tribute band 'EAGLEMANIA' at the Wheeling Park District's outdoor Performance Pavilion in Heritage Park. Type: Festival/Special Events. MORE! |
Heritage Park Performance Pavilion 201 Community Blvd Wheeling, IL 60090 (847) 465-3333 |
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Celebrate Mud Day! June 23, 2019 Drop in for an afternoon of glorious mud play in celebration of International Mud Day. Make mud pies, mud blocks and mud paintings with mud galore! Let's explore and get messy! *This program may be cancelled in the event of inclement weather. $5. Type: Festival/Special Events. MORE! |
Emily Oaks Nature Center 4650 Brummel Ave Skokie, IL 60076 847) 674-1500, ext. 2500 |
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Frances Willard House Museum Tour June 23, 2019 Willard was a 19th century women’s rights leader, social justice advocate, and political activist. She was most well-known as the President of the Woman’s Christian Temperance Union (WCTU), but her “Do Everything” agenda for social reform went far beyond temperance to include women’s rights, social justice, and world peace. Come hear her story, be inspired and take the tour of her home. Willard House will be open for tours on Thursdays and Sundays.| Special and group tours are available upon request. $10 adults, $5 children (12 and under);FWHA members are free. . Type: Tours. MORE! |
Frances Willard House 1730 Chicago Avenue Evanston, IL (847)328-7500 |
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Out of Space 2019: Yo La Tengo w/ The Minus 5 June 23, 2019 OUT OF SPACE 2019: Yo La Tengo with The Minus 5 presented by SPACE & Temperance Beer Company. $28. Type: Live Music. MORE! |
Temperance Beer Co. 2000 Dempster Evanston, IL (847) 864-1000 |
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Sounds of Summer: EagleMania June 23, 2019 Sounds of Summer Concert: Eaglemania. The world’s greatest tribute band is coming to Wheeling Park District’s Heritage Park Performance Pavilion in recognition of the Village of Wheeling’s 125th anniversary celebration. EagleMania has been thrilling audiences all over the country with their stunning five-part harmony and uncanny ability to emulate the unmistakable sound of the Eagles. | Bring the whole family to listen and dance to the most in-demand area bands and watch popular, family movies under the stars. Bring a blanket or lawn chair for seating. Coolers are allowed; no outside alcohol permitted. Concessions from the grill and beer/wine are available for purchase. Type: Live Music. MORE! |
Heritage Park Heritage Park Performance Pavilion; 201 Community Boulevard Wheeling, IL (847) 465-3333 |
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Art in the Village June 22, 2019 - June 23, 2019 Join us for 'Art in the Village' in beautiful Hubbard Woods Park! The village had added more businesses and restaurants to the area and we are excited to expand our spaces within the park to offer both artists and patrons a wonderful experience. Don't miss two days of Winnetka's Fine Art Show. Type: Festival/Special Events. MORE! |
Hubbard Woods Park 1065 Gage Street Winnetka , IL 60093 (847) 446-2870 |
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Fountain Square Artisan SummerFest June 22, 2019 - June 23, 2019 Now celebrating its 40th year, this annual North Shore art happening presents the works of nearly 100 juried artists. Also features food, beer/wines, strolling musicians, and kids' art activities. $5 donation. Type: Festival/Special Events. MORE! |
Downtown Evanston Church and Sherman streets Evanston, IL 60201 (312) 399-9474 |
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Next to Normal Through June 23, 2019 On the outside, The Goodmans seem like the average American family: house in the suburbs, white picket fence and two sharp-witted kids. But inside, their lives are anything but normal, with long-buried secrets that threaten to tear them apart. Featuring powerful lyrics and an electrifying score, this explosive musical uses wry humor and brutal honesty to explore how family trauma can fracture the American Dream, while ultimately leading to a chance at new beginnings. This deeply moving and captivating American musical took Broadway by storm in 2009, winning three Tony awards and the Pulitzer Prize for drama. Prices Vary. Type: Performing Arts. MORE! |
Writers Theatre 325 Tudor Court Glencoe, IL (847) 242-6000 |
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The Photographs of Steve Schapiro Through June 23, 2019 The Photographs of Steve Schapiro showcases iconic images of the Civil Rights movement and cultural and political leaders of recent history. In partnership with award-winning Chicago-based photographer, Steve Schapiro, the Museum will display two bodies of his work: the struggle for civil rights in the South and portraiture of history makers from the 20th century. | The Golder Family Foundation is a lead sponsor of Illinois Holocaust Museum special exhibitions. Free with museum admission. Type: Visual Arts. MORE! |
Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center 9603 Woods Drive Skokie, IL (847) 967-4800 |
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Author Night June 24, 2019 Max and Benny's Author Night: Lisa Barr, "The Unbreakables." This powerful novel reflects second chances, female bonding, finding love again, empowerment, and embracing the truths that set us free. Publishers Weekly says THE UNBREABABLES is an "exquisitely wrought novel that will appeal to readers who believe in the redemption of new beginnings ..." Lisa Barr is the award-winning author of THE UNBREAKABLES (Harper, June 4), and historical thriller FUGITIVE COLORS, a suspenseful tale of stolen art, love, lust, deception, and revenge on the eve of World War II. Register to attend! Type: Festival/Special Events. MORE! |
Max and Benny's Restaurant 461 Waukegan Road Northbrook, IL (847) 272-9490 |
