Annual Events
Small Business Saturday | November 30
Light the way to your holidays on Central Street! Shop small on Central Street November 30, 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 30
Late-er Night Thursday on Central | December 12
Shop and dine with us during Later-Night Central on December 12! Enjoy extended shopping hours and dining specials until 7pm. Special promotions at 25+ businesses.
When:
THURSDAY | DECEMBER 12
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Central Street Holiday Stroll | November 16
Get into the holiday spirit early this year! Spend the day shopping and dining on Central Street Saturday, November 16! Enjoy shopping and dining specials and holiday festivities.
When:
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 16
Central Street Trick Or Treat | October 26
Family fun awaits! Celebrate Halloween on Central Street, Saturday, October 26. Trick-or-treat at participating Central Street businesses, enjoy Halloween-themed crafts, and more.
When:
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 26 | 11 AM - 1 PM
Central Street Annual Meeting | October 24
RSVP for Central Street Evanston's Annual Meeting. Gather with other Central Street businesses and celebrate the business district highlights from 2024, thank outgoing Board Members, welcome new Board Members, enjoy a sneak peek of what's to come, and share a glass of wine to toast a great year. We'll be hearing from Ripple Public Relations, Central Street's PR firm, who will share updates about what they are working on.
When:
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 24 | 5:30 - 7:30 PM
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Central Street Mural Tour
Central Street is a vibrant, eclectic and artistic neighborhood business district. Did you know there are 10 public art murals tucked away throughout the entire Central Street Business District? Take a self-guided tour and view the murals!
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Winter Sales & Promotions!
Enjoy seasonal sales and promotions by participating Central Street businesses.
When:
JANUARY
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Sweet On Central | Valentine's Day Specials and Promotions
Valentine's Day is right around the corner. 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!
- Stay tuned to this page for sweet deals and promotions. -
When:
FEBRUARY
Takeout Picnic | June 20
On June 20 from 5:30 - 8PM, Central Street Evanston is hosting the third annual summer evening Takeout Picnic to support our great Central Street restaurants. Order take out from one of our restaurants, bring it to our event area and pull up a seat at one of our community dining tables. Celebrate the Summer Solstice with and family-friendly activities at 2100 Central Street and Stewart Avenue.
When:
June 20 | 5:30-8pm
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EXPERIENCE CENTRAL STREET | APRIL 18-20
In honor of spring and Earth Month, come explore Central Street...the best place on earth! Enjoy spring shopping and dining promotions, special experiences, and pre-Earth Day celebrations at participating businesses.
When:
April 18-20
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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 summer classes! This series will run every week on Wednesdays at select Central Street locations.
Note: Independence Park is getting a facelift, so classes will be held at select locations throughout Central Street.
When:
June -August | Class times vary
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Annual Sidewalk Sale | July 25-27
Come to Central Street for the biggest sale of the year!
*For those who can't resist more bargains, shop indoors at participating businesses on Sunday.
When:
JULY 25-27 | Insidewalk sales on Sunday at participating businesses
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