Fall Events on Chicago's North Shore

October 25, 2026
Yee haw! Get in the spirit with a kid-friendly Halloween bash farm-style! Dress up in... MORE

25

Oct

Northbrook Symphony Orchestra: Sumptuous Strings

October 25, 2026
Artistic Creative Partner Robert Chen invites his Chicago Symphony Orchestra colleagu... MORE

25

Oct

Trick or Treat at the Market

October 25, 2026
Ghosts, ghouls, goblins & grown-ups — it’s time to get SPOOKY at the ... MORE

25

Oct

Jackopierce

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

9

Sep

The Front Page

September 9, 2026 - October 25, 2026
Northlight Theatre presents The Front Page - In a 1930s Chicago press room, wise... MORE

27

Oct

Pumpkin Extravaganza

October 27, 2026
Pumpkins, Pumpkins, and Punk Music on Repeat - Family Friendly Fall Festivities Night... MORE

28

Oct

Taste of the Town 2026

October 28, 2026
Celebrating more than 20 years of celebrations, Wheeling's Taste of the Town will... MORE

29

Oct

Northbrook Chamber Annual Auction & Taste of the North Shore

October 29, 2026
The Annual Auction & Taste of the North Shore brings all your favorite restaurant... MORE

29

Oct

Grandpa's Ghost Songs - Album Release Party

October 29, 2026
A compilation album of songs written/performed by folks from our Grandpa's Open M... MORE

29

Oct

Murder and Mayhem in Skokie Walking Tour

October 29, 2026
Listen to spine-tingling and sometimes silly stories of murder and mayhem in Skokie. ... MORE

30

Oct

Evening Shadows: A Candlelight Tour of the Dawes House

October 30, 2026
As the days get darker, cooler, and more mysterious, it’s time to visit the Daw... MORE

30

Oct

Live at Studio5! Trio Globo - Early and Late Shows

October 30, 2026
Studio5 Performing Arts Center presents Trio Globo has crafted a totally origina... MORE

30

Oct

Rocks Off: Rolling Stones Tribute

October 30, 2026
Rocks Off is the premier Rolling Stones tribute, delivering the songs and sensations ... 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

30

Oct

Wheeling Park District's Dink or Treat Pickleball Tournament

October 30, 2026
Get ready for a spooktacular Dink or Treat Pickleball Tournament! Sign up individuall... MORE

30

Oct

Wheeling Park DIstrict - Chicago's Most Haunted Lunch & Show

October 30, 2026
Encounter the eerie and mysterious realm of Chicagoland’s most haunted places a... MORE

31

Oct

The Soul Avengers: Tribute to Classic Soul

October 31, 2026
The Soul Avengers return to SPACE after their last show here, a tribute to Al Green, ... MORE

31

Oct

Haunted Heritage Cemetery Walk: BOOm & Bust

October 31, 2026
Get spooky with a tour of St. Paul's Lutheran Cemetery and St. Peter... MORE

31

Oct

Valley Lodge Halloween Party

October 31, 2026
Join Valley Lodge Tavern in Glenview and Wilmette for their Halloween Party featuring... 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

1

Nov

Historic Wagner Farm Harvest Supper

November 1, 2026
Enjoy a one-of-a-kind dining experience with your family and friends featuring great ... 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

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

4

Nov

Quintessa & Family Wine Dinner at Stefani Prime

November 4, 2026
Join us for an exclusive evening of exceptional wine and elevated dining as Stefani P... MORE

5

Nov

Wayfair Tinsel & Toast Sip & Shop with Alex Stewart (@sassyconfetti)

November 5, 2026
Join us on Nov. 5 from 5:30–7:30pm at The Wayfair Store for a free Sip & Sh... 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

Taste of Glenview 2026

November 7, 2026
Be part of a delicious cultural experience and contribute to your community. The Tast... 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

Ladies' Home Journal - A concert with vocal ensemble La Caccina

November 7, 2026
Join us for a program of vocal music that celebrates feminine strength, resilience, a... 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

6

Nov

Giordano Dance Chicago

November 6, 2026 - November 7, 2026
Giordano Dance Chicago (GDC), now in its 64th season, returns to the North Shore Cent... MORE

9

Oct

Scream Scene Haunted House

October 9, 2026 - November 7, 2026
Scream Scene is a seasonal haunted house held every October in Skokie. Each haunting ... 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

Wheeling Park District's Glow Pool Party

November 13, 2026
Get ready to light up the night at our Indoor Pool Glow Party! Enjoy music, glowing d... MORE

13

Nov

Wheeling Park District - Silly Superstitions - Kids Nigjht Out

November 13, 2026
Kids will test their luck on Friday the 13th as they dive into playful activities and... MORE

14

Nov

Central Street Holiday Stroll & Tree Lighting

November 14, 2026
Light the way to your holidays on Central Street. Our shops are filled with treasures... 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

15

Nov

Miles & Jill Kaeding

November 15, 2026
Featuring selections from American Bach Revisited together with tracks from the... MORE

15

Nov

Thanksgiving Community Feast

November 15, 2026
The Wheeling Park District Board of Commissioners invites Residents to enjoy a free, ... MORE

12

Nov

The Grove Holiday Market

November 12, 2026 - November 15, 2026
The Grove Heritage Association Holiday Market, November 13-16. Inside the Redfield Es... MORE

17

Nov

Ana Gasteyer Sugar & Booze Holiday Spectacular

November 17, 2026
ANA GASTEYER is perhaps best known for her incomparable work on Saturday Night L... MORE

18

Nov

Fran Lebowitz

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

19

Nov

The Last Waltz Tribute 50th Anniversary

November 19, 2026
Inspired by The Band's legendary farewell concert at San Francisco's Winterla... MORE

20

Nov

The Flat Five

November 20, 2026
The FLAT FIVE is all about the “group vocal” sound. This is a sound that ... MORE

20

Nov

Wheeling Park District's Family Jeopardy Night

November 20, 2026
Get ready for a fun and lively night- a game show-style event where everyone can join... 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

21

Nov

Illuminate The Orchard

November 21, 2026
Gather with family and friends for an evening of festive entertainment, holiday cheer... MORE

21

Nov

Downtown Evanston Farmers Market Outdoor

November 21, 2026
The Downtown Evanston Farmers' Market will be open on Saturday, November 21, 2026... 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

22

Nov

John McEuen: A Career Retrospective

November 22, 2026
John McEuen, born in Oakland, CA in 1945, moved to southern California’s Orange... MORE

22

Nov

Wheeling Park District - Breakfast Bingo

November 22, 2026
Spend the morning playing bingo and winning prizes! Enjoy a breakfast of bagels, past... MORE

20

Nov

Feeding Beatrice

November 20, 2026 - November 22, 2026
Join Wirtz Center for the Performing Arts Northwestern University as It starts w... MORE

20

Nov

Woman's Club of Evanston Holiday Bazaar

November 20, 2026 - November 22, 2026
The Holiday Bazaar is a juried holiday art and gift show organized for more than 20 y... MORE

13

Nov

She Loves Me

November 13, 2026 - November 22, 2026
Join Wirtz Center for the Performing Arts Northwestern University for A charming... MORE

26

Nov

Evanston Flying Turkey 5k Run

November 26, 2026
The Evanston Flying Turkey 5k presented by Endeavor Health returns for 2026 on Thanks... 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

Holly Jolly Fest & Tree Lighting

November 28, 2026
Join us at Holly Jolly Fest as we kick off the holiday season in a winter wonderland ... MORE

28

Nov

30th Holiday in the Park & Parade

November 28, 2026
Join us as we kick-off the holiday season with our annual Holiday in the Park & P... MORE

28

Nov

Northwestern University Football vs. Illinois

November 28, 2026
The Northwestern Wildcats host the Illinois Fighting Illini. The Wildcats offer some ... MORE

29

Nov

Cesar Rosas & The Chi-Town Playboys

November 29, 2026
Cesar Rosas is a founding member of the iconic band, Los Lobos. Founded in 1973, the ... 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

2

July

Getting out the Vote - Election Ephemera from Evanston to the White House

July 2, 2026 - November 30, 2026
Join us in exploring Evanston’s long history of political activism through this... MORE

3

Dec

Christmas with Cantus - Lessons and Carols from our Time

December 3, 2026
As one of the nation’s few full-time vocal ensembles, Cantus has come to promin... MORE

3

Dec

A Charlie Brown Christmas Sountrack performed live by the Chris White Trio

December 3, 2026
Take in the true magic of the season as the Chris White Trio performs the beloved and... MORE

4

Dec

Wonderful: A Soulful Celebration with the Adrian Dunn Singers

December 4, 2026
Sing praise and hallelujah to an evening of holiday hits from the gospel tradition! T... MORE

4

Dec

Mike Cooley on Tour 2026

December 4, 2026
Mike Cooley is an American guitarist, singer, and songwriter, best known as a member ... 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

A Merry Christmas with Brass featuring the Dallas Brass

December 5, 2026
There are more songs for Christmas than all of the other holidays combined—and ... MORE

5

Dec

Roses for the Roches ft. Nora O’Connor, Sima Cunningham, and Kelly Hogan

December 5, 2026
ROSES for THE ROCHES - a tribute to Maggie, Terre, and Suzzy Roche with special guest... MORE

5

Dec

Laurie Berkner: A Holiday Concert - Early and Late Shows

December 5, 2026
A live, solo concert performance by Laurie Berkner! Laurie’s Holiday Party conc... MORE

6

Dec

Jingle Bell Jam! Joyful sing-alongs featuring the Jam Orchestra

December 6, 2026
Bring the whole family to Jingle Bell JAM!, a lively holiday concert where the audien... MORE

6

Dec

47th Annual Red Invitation Sale

December 6, 2026
The Red Invitation began in 1976 when one retailer decided to hold a one-day pre-holi... MORE

6

Dec

Wheeling Park District - Santa's Breakfast

December 6, 2026
Celebrate the holidays with us! Join us at the Chevy Chase Country Club for a delicio... MORE

9

Sep

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

September 9, 2026 - December 6, 2026
In the twentieth century, many artists working in the United States were drawn to the... 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

28

Nov

Wheeling Park District - Letters to Santa

November 28, 2026 - December 12, 2026
The Wheeling Park District invites children to drop off letters to Santa’s mail... MORE

16

Dec

Northwestern University Men's Basketball vs Mercyhurst

December 16, 2026
Mercyhurst vs. Northwestern University Men's Basketball. The newly renovate... 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

11

Nov

All the World

November 11, 2026 - December 20, 2026
Northlight Theatre presents All the World - Two actors find themselves in an eve... MORE

22

Dec

A Charlie Brown Christmas featuring The Commercials

December 22, 2026
Listen to jazz trio The Commercialists play Vince Guaraldi's A Charlie Brown Chri... MORE

27

Nov

Santa Photos in the Candy Cane Station

November 27, 2026 - December 24, 2026
The magic is back–capture the joy of the season with a special visit to Santa. ... MORE

20

Nov

It's a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play

November 20, 2026 - December 27, 2026
Oil Lamp Theater Experiences the audience favorite classic with unmatched holiday che... 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

13

Nov

Chicago Botanic Garden Lightscape

November 13, 2026 - January 3, 2027
An illuminated trail for enchanting winter nights. Embrace the spirit and beauty of t... MORE

13

Nov

Willow Hills Lights

November 13, 2026 - January 3, 2027
Willow Hill Lights is a drive thru holiday lights show back with bigger and better di... MORE

13

Jan

Northwestern University Men's Basketball vs Illinois

January 13, 2027
Illinois vs. Northwestern University Men's Basketball. The state-of-the-art Welsh... MORE

5

Dec

Downtown Evanston's Winter Indoor Farmers Market

December 5, 2026 - March 13, 2027
Immanuel Lutheran is excited to host the winter version of the Evanston Farmer’... MORE

29

Mar

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

March 29, 2027
Julian Price Lage is an American guitarist and composer. A child prodigy, Lage perfor... MORE

17

Sep

Witch

September 17, 2027 - October 24, 2027
Oil Lamp Theater presents Witch, a dark thrilling comedy. If opportunity comes k... MORE

7

Oct

Music Theater Works presents Mary Poppins

October 7, 2027 - October 31, 2027
Music Theater Works presents Mary Poppins, A musical based on the stories of P.L. Tra... MORE

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