Annual Events
Winter Sales & Promotions
Enjoy extra savings on holiday, fall & winter clearance items at participating Central Street businesses.
Sweet On Central | Valentine's Day Guide to Central Street
From cards to gifts and all things sweet, we also have restaurants for date night on our beloved Central Street. Give a gift from the heart and support a local business!
When:
February
Central Street Restaurant Week | April
Join us for a flavor adventure featuring specials and special menus from Central Street businesses.
When:
April 2026
Wellness Wednesdays | June - August
Central Street is home to many great health and fitness businesses. June - August we'll be teaming up with a variety of fitness and wellness studios to bring you Wellness Wednesdays –– a series of free programming! Classes take place in our newly renovated Independence Park!
When:
June 10 - August 5
Annual Sidewalk Sale | July 23-25
Come to Central Street for the biggest sale of the year!
Thursday - Saturday 10 AM - 5 PM
*Sunday indoors at participating businesses from 11 AM - 4 PM.
When:
JULY 23-25 | 10 AM - 5 PM
5th Annual Takeout Picnic | August - Date TBD
Central Street Evanston invites you to join us for the 5th annual summer evening Takeout Picnic in our newly-renovated Independence Park. Come early to grab your seat and support the local Central Street community by ordering a takeout special from one of our many Central Street restaurants. In partnership with Evanston's Starlight Concert Series.
When:
August 2026
Central Street Trick Or Treat | October 24
Family fun awaits! Celebrate Halloween on Central Street, Saturday, October 24 from 11 AM - 1 PM. Trick-or-treat at participating Central Street businesses, enjoy Halloween-themed crafts, and more.
When:
Saturday, October 24 | 11 AM - 1 PM
Central Street Holiday Stroll | November 14
Get into the holiday spirit early this year! Spend the day shopping and dining on Central Street Saturday, November 14! Enjoy shopping and dining specials, and holiday festivities. Tree lighting ceremony in Independence Park at 5 PM.
When:
Saturday, November 14, 2026
Small Business Saturday | November 28
Light the way to your holidays on Central Street! Shop small on Central Street November 28, and show your support in a big way. When you invest your dollars at a local business, you are also investing in your local community.
When:
November 28, 2026
Late-er Night Thursday on Central | December 10
Shop and dine with us during Later-Night Central on December 10! Enjoy extended shopping hours and dining specials until 7pm. Special promotions at 25+ businesses.
When:
THURSDAY | DECEMBER 10
