Get ready because this weekend will be filled with non-stop shopping and dining.
It all kicks off with a sidewalk sale perfect for a day out with your girlfriends. Then, spend some quality time with your family at a festival in Wilmette and an art show in Northbrook. Need some time with your significant other, or just craving delicious food? Don’t miss two food festivals featuring food truck fare and burgers.
Want more? Find a bonus event your kids will love and start planning ahead for a girls’ night out.
Central Street Sidewalk Sale
July 11-13
Evanston
Your favorite Central Street stores are moving outside for the weekend, and you’ll find can’t-miss deals and delicious food. Can’t wait for the weekend? The sale starts Thursday.
Wilmette Summerfest
July 11-12
Wilmette
Bring your kids to this festival for activities, kid-friendly entertainment and crafts, and then stop by later with your hubby or friends for the sidewalk sale, live music, beer garden and classic car show.
Arlington International’s Food Truck Festival
Saturday, July 12
Arlington Heights
Sink your teeth into food from 10 trucks, including Best Truckin’ BBQ, Chicago Pizza Boss, GiaVia Sweets and Toasty Cheese. The day will also include live music and, of course, horse racing.
Roscoe Village Burger Fest
July 12-13
Chicago
There’s more food fun to be had at this festival featuring DMK Burger Bar, McGee’s Tavern & Grille, Stanley’s Kitchen & Tap and more favorite burger joints. Don’t forget to stop by the music stages and the Kids’ Zone activity area.
Art in the Park
July 12-13
Northbrook
A favorite local event, these two days showcase works from more than 70 artists. You can also enjoy live music, food, children’s activities and a silent auction.
Bonus:
- Your family is invited to Chicago Shakespeare Theater’s Family Gala, Seussapalooza!, on Saturday, July 12. You’ll be treated to a performance of “Seussical,” a lunch buffet, photo booth, stage combat demonstrations, and more. Make It Better is a sponsor of this event.
Looking ahead…
- Plan a night out with your girlfriends at Highwood’s Girls’ Night Out on Thursday, July 17. The evening begins at Bent Fork Bakery, where you’ll receive goodie bags and punch cards to use at other businesses offering spa treatments, shopping deals, food and drink, and more.
