Your Summer on Central Street

Summer on Central Street is here! Come join us for free fitness classes, our community takeout picnic, the annual 4th of July Parade, and the biggest sales of the year during our annual sidewalk sale. 
From the east end to the west end, there’s something for everyone to enjoy!
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Annual Sidewalk Sale

Annual Sidewalk Sale

Come out for the biggest bargains of the year! Shop Thursday through Saturday, July 25 - 27: 10am - 5pm. Have the urge to keep shopping on Sunday (your secret's safe with us)? Shop indoors at participating businesses on Sunday from noon - 4pm.

Bargains up to 75% off!

While you're shopping, don't forget to refuel with a quick bite at our local restaurants!

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Wellness Wednesdays - Free Fitness Classes

Wellness Wednesdays - Free Fitness Classes

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 classes! This series will run every week on Wednesdays at Independence Park, unless otherwise noted. Class registration required.

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4th of July Parade

4th of July Parade

We hope your Fourth of July was memorable.
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Celebrate Independence Day in Evanston. The theme is “Seeds of Change” to focus on both the city’s and the event’s future growth as it moves into the next century. 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 begins at 2PM. Organized by the Evanston Fourth of July Association.

The award-winning Evanston 4th of July Parade is scheduled for Thursday, July 4th, and begins at 2 p.m. The parade route East on Central Street from Central Park Ave. to Ashland Ave. (Ryan Field). 

CHAIRS: By City of Evanston ordinance chairs may not be placed until 6:00 a.m. on July 1.

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Takeout Picnic - In Independence Park

Takeout Picnic - In Independence Park

Thank you for joining us for Takeout Picnic! We are grateful for your support of Central Street. See you next year!

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