Upcoming and Annual Events

Upcoming Events

Wellness Wednesdays

Wellness Wednesdays

Central Street is home to so many great health and fitness businesses. June 14 - August 9, we'll be teaming up with a variety of fitness and wellness studios to bring you "Wellness Wednesdays" a series of free classes! This series will run every week on Wednesdays at Independence Park, unless otherwise noted. Class registration required!

Where: Independence Park - 2000 Central St
When: June 14 - August 9
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Takeout Picnic in the Park

Takeout Picnic in the Park

Please RSVP on Eventbrite. The event is free and RSVP is not required, but it helps us with head count! Thank you!

On June 22 from 6:30 - 9PM, Central Street Evanston invites you to join us for a summer evening takeout picnic in the park. Order take out from one of our many Central Street restaurants, grab your picnic blanket, and come listen to indie darlings, The Oh Yeahs, under the lights in Independence Park. We'll kick things off at 6:30PM, so get there early to claim your spot and find your friends. 

Where: Independence Park - 2000 Central Street
When: June 22, 6:30-9pm
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100th Independence Day Parade

100th Independence Day Parade

This year marks the 100th celebration of Independence Day in Evanston. The theme is Community Cannot Be Divided. Since 1922, the 4th of July celebration has been bringing the community together to commemorate our nation's independence. The annual parade proceeding from the west end of Central Street to the east end beings at 2PM. Organized by the Evanston Fourth of July Association. 

Where: Central Street
When: July 4, 2:00 PM
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Central Street Evanston Annual Sidewalk Sale

Central Street Evanston Annual Sidewalk Sale

Thursday, July 20 to Sunday, July 23, come out for the BIGGEST sales of the year at your favorite local merchants on Central Street! From the east end to the west end, shop outside tables and racks filled with fabulous discounts, grab local eats, 
and enjoy special activities and entertainment! 

Where: Central Street Business District & Independence Park
When: July 20-23, Thursday through Sunday
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Annual Events

Wellness Wednesdays

Wellness Wednesdays

Central Street is home to so many great health and fitness businesses. June 14 - August 9, 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 Independence Park, unless otherwise noted.
When: June - August
Takeout Picnic in the Park

Takeout Picnic in the Park

Join us for a summer evening takeout picnic in the park. Order take out from one of our many Central Street restaurants, grab your picnic blanket, and come listen to live music under the lights in Independence Park. We'll kick things off at 6:30PM, so get there early to claim your spot and find your friends.
When: June 22: 6:30-9:30PM
Annual Sidewalk Sale

Annual Sidewalk Sale

Biggest sales of the year!
When: July 20-23, 2023

Get ready for Central Street's annual Insidewalk Sale, Thursday through Saturday in January! Enjoy extra savings on holiday, fall and winter clearance items.
When: TBA
Experience Central Street

Experience Central Street

April 20-26, explore all that makes Central Street Evanston special. Come out and taste, try, view, and play! Enjoy a special experience at participating Central Street businesses.
When: April 20-26, 2023
Central Street Trick or Treat

Central Street Trick or Treat

Family fun awaits! Celebrate Halloween on Central Street Evanston. It's our annual Halloween event. Enjoy Halloween-themed crafts, trick-or-treating, and more!
When: October 21, 2023
Central Street Annual Meeting

Central Street Annual Meeting

Reserve your space for Central Street Evanston's Annual Meeting. This is an open meeting to Central Street merchants and the community, where we'll talk about highlights from 2023, thank our 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. Please reach out to angela@centralstreet-evanston.com if you'd like to attend.
When: October 26, 2023
Central Street Holiday Stroll and Tree Lighting

Central Street Holiday Stroll and Tree Lighting

Light the way to your holidays on Central Street! Spend the day on Central Street November 11. Enjoy shopping and dining specials, holiday festivities, and a tree lighting ceremony. Tree lighting at 5pm in Independence Park.
When: November 11, 2023
Small Business Saturday

Small Business Saturday

Light the way to your holidays on Central Street. Our shops are filled with treasures, and our restaurants serve delicious food. Shop early this year and visit local shops to give a gift from the heart. When you invest your dollars at a local business, you are also investing in your local community. Show your support, shop small on Central Street, and make an impact!
When: November 25, 2023