What we’re about
Join us for events in the Chicago North Shore area - Evanston, Wilmette, Winnetka, Glenview, Northbrook and surrounding towns. (You don't have to live here to participate)
This is a new group, focused on getting out and meeting new friends. What kind of events? Whatever we find that is fun! Concerts, plays, happy hours, dining out.
I am brand new to the area but I organized a group just like this in Carmel Indiana. We'll make it fun!
And help me find a new cover picture for the group! This was all I could think of that exemplified the North Shore but there has got to be something better!
Upcoming events (3)
See all- Mount Prospect Block Party feat. SIXTEEN CANDLES! Friday July 25, 6:30 pmVillage of Mount Prospect Village Hall, Mount Prospect, IL
I'm so excited! Come join us for a great time with Chicago's best 80's band Sixteen Candles! Friday July 25th! We'll meet at 6:30 and wander around for a while to get food and drink! We can then watch Old School (another oldies band) before Sixteen Candles starts at 9:00!
The event website is really good - information is found here including a good map. I will get there early and post where we are meeting. It will probably be around the intersection of Emerson and Busse.
I will be bringing my portable chair, in the hopes that there will be an area where we can use them. However it is possible that this will be a "standing only" concert so keep that in mind. Remember no outside food or drink (other than water) is allowed. There is no limit on attendees so bring your friends!
From the website:
- The stage is located on Centennial Green, on the main Village Hall sidewalk, facing south. The jumbotron screen next to the Village Hall building, faces east. The jumbotron will have live broadcasts of the music performances and share key event information throughout the weekend.
- BEVERAGES ON BUSSE will be home to the beer and alcohol tents, with ID check/wrist banding at the corner of Emerson and Busse. Learn more about our alcoholic beverage options.
- PICNIC IN THE PARK features the Downtown Block Party's food options, situated along the pathway in the Busse Pocket Park. Enjoy local dining in a shaded, comfortable setting, with table seating in adjacent Emerson Street or Busse Ave.
- Art Festival at the Glen in Glenview! Saturday July 26 at 11:00 amThe Glen Town Center, Glenview, IL
Come join us for Art at the Glen on Saturday July 26. We will meet at 11:00 am - I will find a good spot to meet and post where I am. There is no limit on attendees - so bring your friends!
The event website is here.
From the website:
"Come celebrate one of Glenview’s most beloved community traditions! Start your perfect summer day with breakfast at the Glen Town Center, then enjoy thousands of paintings, sculpture, photographs, jewelry and more! Become living art with face painting, and make your masterpiece with a live painting classes. Take a break with a fest snack and enjoy the live music stage. Be sure to look for Kid Friendly Art Tent and Live Art Demo signs to get interactive with the artists. There’s something for everyone from traditional to modern tastes! We’ll see you soon at Art at the Glen!
Plan your day at Art at the Glen!
Admire the creativity of 130 original artists
🤑Enjoy free entry and easy, free lot parking
Treat yourself to live music and delicious snacks" - Free Summer Music - Fountain Square Downtown Evanston! Thursday 7/31 6:00 pmFountain Square, Evanston, IL
(Cross-posted from 1001 Things to Do in Chicago Before You Die)
🎶 Downtown Summer Sounds – Live R&B, Soul & Funk with Mixx Company Band! 🎷
📅 Date: Thursday, July 31, 2025
🕕 Time: 5:45 – 9:00 PM (music plays from 6-8 pm)
📍 Location: Fountain Square, Downtown Evanston (1601 Sherman Ave) (I will post where we are)
🔗 Downtown Summer Sounds Info
🎟️ FREE Admission | Family-Friendly | Outdoors | Bring Your Own Seating
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Join us in Downtown Evanston for another evening of live music under the stars as part of the Downtown Summer Sounds concert series! This Thursday, the spotlight’s on the Mixx Company Band, bringing you a high-energy mix of R&B, Soul, Funk, Blues, and Smooth Jazz.
🎤 Band Website: Mixx Company Band
Presented in partnership with Evanston ASPA — stop by their tent to learn about their community work while enjoying great music!
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🎉 What to Expect:- Live Music by Mixx Company Band (6–8 PM)
- Food Trucks & Vendors like 5411 Empanadas, Soul & Smoke, La Cocinita, and more
- Beverages from Sketchbook Brewing Co. + Five & Dime (beer, wine, cocktails, soft drinks)
- Composting provided by Collective Resource, thanks to Sustain Evanston
- Community Connections with Evanston ASPA
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🪑 PRO TIP: Bring a folding or camp chair — seating is first-come, first-served!
🍽️ After the show, enjoy exclusive dining specials from local Downtown Evanston restaurants (details coming soon!).
☔ Rain Plan: In case of inclement weather, cancellation updates will be posted by noon on Downtown Evanston’s Instagram and Facebook.
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🚗 Getting There:- Driving? Park at the Sherman Plaza Self Park Garage (just one block away) City of Evanston garages
- Transit Friendly! Easily accessible via CTA, Metra, bus, or bike
🗺️ Map to Fountain Square
- Use the CTA Trip Planner
📩 Questions? Email: info@downtownevanston.org
