Evanston, IL offers an incredible array of events all summer long. There isn't a weekend without several fun things going on throughout town. Here's a sampling of what's going on in July.
CENTRAL STREET SIDEWALK SALE
Friday, July 14 from 10-6 and Saturday, July 15 from 10-5
The merchants along Central Street between Hartrey and Eastwood display their wares outside this weekend. Come and get great deals, listen to music, and have some delicious food. Participating merchants include:
9 Round
Aim & Ailie
Allegro
Berkshire
Central Street Yoga
Chalk
Complete Chiro
Dwelling Spaces + Places
Evanston Art Center
First Bank
Food Stuffs
Gracies
Happy Husky Bakery
Let’s Tailgate
Lois & Company
Maya Papaya & Tony Macarony
Millefiori
My Eye Doctor
Notice
Olivers Toys & Trains
Perennials
George Ritzlin Antique Maps & Prints
Roman Insurance
Stella Boutique
The Spice House
Touch Transform
Walsh Natural Health
Plus dozens of children's activities taking place throughout the weekend.
EVANSTON WORLD ARTS AND MUSIC FESTIVAL
Saturday and Sunday, July 15-16, along the lakefront at Dawes Park at Church
A two-day festival of cultural diversity offering the best in international art, food, and performance. The festival will showcase over 80 artists, poets, musical performances, and dance. See the performance schedule here.
EVANSTON HISTORY CENTER ICE CREAM SOCIAL
Saturday, July 22 from 1-4pm at the Evanston History Center, 225 Greenwood 
A free family-oriented event featuring Andy's Frozen Custard. Events include:
The Ridgeville Band, 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Kevin Kelly's Magic Show, 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Dawes House self-guided tours, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
THURSDAY NIGHT LIVE: HIGHLAND PARK POPS BIG BAND
Thursday, July 20, 7pm - Orrington Plaza, 1603 Orrington Ave
Come and here this 17-piece jazz band that plays swing tunes, jazz favorites, dance music, and big band standards. Dancing allowed! Come and enjoy this free event.
NORTHWESTERN COMMUNITY PICNIC
Saturday, July 22 from 3-6pm - Norris University Center East Lawn, 1999 Campus Dr.
Northwestern University invites anyone to attend its annual picnic - come for free food and lots of fun. Please RSVP here.
DOWNTOWN EVANSTON AND MAIN-DEMPSTER SIDEWALK SALE
Friday through Sunday, July 28-30, 9am to 7pm
Another opportunity at getting some great deals in Evanston if you missed the Central Street sidewalk sale. For more information on this event, please see Sidewalk Sale Downtown/Main/Dempster
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