Holiday Gift Guide

Light the way to your holidays and shop local on Central Street. Whether you shop in person or online, you can find something for everyone on your holiday wish list. 90% of Central Street businesses are small and locally-owned. Your ongoing support means...everything!

Don't forget to stop for a break at one of our great food and drink stops during and after your day of shopping. Enjoy 2 free hours of parking each day through January 1, 2025. Use code HOLIDAY2024 on the ParkEvanston app.

GIFTS & CLOTHING FOR KIDS, TEENS, AND TWEENS
Whether a shiny new bike, toys, books, or that special outfit for your kiddo, you can find it at one of our shops on Central.
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Alicia Mohr | 2014 Central Street
Gameday Spirit | 1807 Central Street

Maya Papaya & Tony Macarony | 1901 Central Street
Mack’s Bike & Goods | 2948 Central Street

Notice | 2112 Central Street 

Paper Source | 2100 Central Street
Sew On Central I 1937 Central Street

WOMEN’S & GALS FASHION & GIFTS
There's no shortage of women's clothing boutiques and accessories on Central Street.
You'll find hats, scarves, PJs, dresses, tops, jewelry and more.
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Alicia Mohr | 2014 Central Street

Gracie’s | 1939 Central Street

Notice | 2112 Central Street

Stella | 2116 Central Street

Then again… | 2016 Central Street
YWCA Shop For Good | 2122 Central Street

GIFTS FOR BOOK LOVERS AND GAMERS
Are you part of *that* family that loves playing games or doing puzzles during the holidays? On Central Street we have just the place for gamers, puzzle enthusiasts, and book lovers.
Christian Science Reading Room | 1936 Central Street
Heroines & Heroes | 2026 Central Street (Books and games)
Maya Papaya & Tony Macarony | 1901 Central Street
Notice | 2112 Central Street (Puzzles)
Stella | 2116 Central Street (Puzzles)

GIFTS FOR HOME ENTHUSIASTS
Gift a treasure from around the globe, a unique vintage find, work of art, or a beautiful bouquet of flowers. Visit our galleries and shops on the list.
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Evanston Art Center | 1717 Central Street

Gallery 1925 | 1925 Central Street

MilleFiori Florist | 1943 Central Street
Myrtle Bowie | 1911 Central Street

Storm Print City | 2601 Prairie Avenue

Prairie Joe’s West | 2608 Prairie Avenue

Preston’s Flowers | 1726 Central Street

Sew On Central I 1937 Central Street

GIFTS FOR SWEET TOOTHS & COFFEE LOVERS
No holiday celebration would be complete without sweets, baked goods, and coffee. Visit Central Street for specialty chocolates, cookies, ice cream cakes, and fresh-roasted coffee beans.
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Backlot Coffee | 2006 Central Street

Foodstuffs Gourmet | 2106 Central Street 

Great Harvest Bread Co. | 2126 Central Street

Hartigan’s Ice Cream Shoppe | 2909 Central Street

Hewn Bakery | 1733 Central Street

Leonida’s Chocolate Cafe | 1907 Central Street

Tag’s Bakery | 2010 Central Street

HEALTH AND BEAUTY GIFTS
From beauty products for your skin, to lotions and potions, vitamins and herbal teas, you'll find it all on Central Street!
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Heaven Meets Earth Yoga | 2746 Central Street
Shower Blooms | 1917 Central Street
The Alchemists Wife | 1810 Central Street
Walsh Natural Health | 2116 Central Street

GIFTS FOR COOKS & FOODIES
From specialty beer and wine to oils and spices, to cookbooks, and foodstuffs, stop by Central Street and find everything you need...including the apron!
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Beer on Central | 1930 Central Street

Foodstuffs | 2106 Central Street 

Hewn Bakery | 1733 Central Street

Old Town Oil | 1924 Central Street

The Spice House | 1941 Central Street

Vinissimo Wine Shop | 2120 Central Street

GIFTS FOR FITNESS AND WELLNESS LOVERS
Do you know someone who's looking to get fit and healthy in the new year? Treat them to dance accessories, a bike, a class pass, and then send them to our natural health shops for all their wellness needs.
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Allegro Dance Boutique | 2114 Central Street

FitBox 45 | 2510 Green Bay Road (youth and adult boxing classes)
Gym 1801 | 1801 Central Street

Heaven Meets Earth Yoga | 2746 Central Street 

Mack’s Bike & Goods | 2948 Central Street

MassageFit | 2740 Central Street

Orange Theory Fitness | 2800 Central Street

Pilates Central Wellness | 1713 Central Street

Sona Fitness | 3008 Central Street, Suite 205
The Evanston School of Ballet | 1933 Central Street
The Vibe | 2678 Green Bay Road

The Yoga Post | 1937 Central Street

GIFTS FOR PET LOVERS
Furry friends deserve a little something special for the holidays, too! Whether a trip to the groomer or specialty pet supplies, stop by these businesses for a treat.
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Follow Your Nose | 2016 Central Street
Hollywood Feed | 2672 Green Bay Road
Rogue Dog | 2603 Prairie Avenue

GIFT AN EXPERIENCE
Do you have an adventurer or explorer on your list? Gift them an escape room or museum visit, or treat them to music, art, dance, or sewing classes.
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Evanston Art Center | 1717 Central Street

Lock Chicago Escape Room | 2510 Green Bay Road

Music Conservatory of Illinois | 2809 Central Street
Gichigamiin Indigenous Nations Museum | 3001 Central Street (Formerly named the Mitchell Museum of the American Indian)

Sew Design Studio | 2608 Green Bay Road

Sew On Central | 1937 Central Street

GIFTS FOR THOSE WHO DESERVE PAMPERING
Central Street is home to many spas and salons. Treat a friend (or yourself) to some pampering this holiday season. Link to Spas and Salons. 

Not sure what to get? Give the gift of choice with an Evanston Gift Card. 
This digital gift card can be used at 70+ businesses throughout Evanston.