Upcoming and Annual Events

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!

Enjoy extra savings on holiday, fall & winter clearance items at participating Central Street businesses.

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. -

Enjoy spring shopping and dining promotions and special experiences.

On June 26 from 6:30 - 9PM, Central Street Evanston is hosting the fourth 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.

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 taking place every Wednesday in Independence Park!

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.

Family fun awaits! Celebrate Halloween on Central Street, Saturday, October 25 from 11 AM - 1 PM. Trick-or-treat at participating Central Street businesses, enjoy Halloween-themed crafts, and more.

RSVP for Central Street Evanston's Annual Meeting. Gather with other Central Street businesses and celebrate the business district highlights from 2025, 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.

Get into the holiday spirit early this year! Spend the day shopping and dining on Central Street Saturday, November 15! Enjoy shopping and dining specials, and holiday festivities. Tree lighting in Independence Park at 5 PM.

Light the way to your holidays on Central Street! Shop small on Central Street November 29, 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.

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.