This September, Chicago's North Shore is buzzing with excitement, with a vibrant mix of fall festivals and block parties. Northwestern Wildcats football adds to the energy at their new lakeside Martin Stadium. Live entertainment abounds this season, offering something for everyone. | | |
Northwestern Wildcats Football Home Games
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 6 AND SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 14
Martin Stadium, Northwestern University | 2235 N. Campus Dr., Evanston
The Wildcats host two home games this month: Friday, September 6 vs. Duke and Saturday, September 14 vs. Eastern Illinois. Experience some of the best Division 1 college sports action at the Wildcats’ temporary field, Northwestern Medicine Field at Martin Stadium, which has spectacular views of Lake Michigan and Chicago’s skyline!
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Evanston Folk Festival
SATURDAY AND SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 7 & 8
Dawes Park at the Lakefront | 1700 Sheridan Rd., Evanston
Presented by Evanston’s SPACE, join us for the first-ever Evanston Folk Festival, a celebration of the rich folk music tradition that has so many roots in the Evanston community. The stellar line-up includes Sierra Ferrell, Patty Griffin, Hiss Golden Messenger, Sarah Jarosz, Bonnie “Prince” Billy, Steve Earle, Rufus Wainwright, and many more!
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Wilmette Block Party
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 7
Wilmette Village Center | 1101 Lake Ave., Wilmette
Fun for the entire family, join us for this wonderful community event! Festivities kick off at noon and continue until 10pm. There’s live music on the main stage, a special kids zone, additional entertainment including the famed Jesse White Tumblers, and plenty of food and drink. The event is free; everyone is welcome.
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Taste of Glenview
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 7
Glenview Park Center | 2400 Chestnut Ave., Glenview
Get ready for the second annual Taste of Glenview! Indulge in a diverse selection of local restaurants offering a sampling of delicious global cuisines. Plus, enjoy beer and wine available for purchase. Don't miss out!
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Northbrook Brewfest
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 7
Village Green Park | Shermer Rd and Meadow Rd., Northbrook
Bring a picnic dinner or purchase food from Landmark Inn at the park as you enjoy a variety of live music. Non-alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase. All guests must be 21+ to attend.
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Evanston Wine Walk
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 12
The Main-Dempster Mile | 900 Chicago Ave., Evanston
From 5 to 8 pm, enjoy wine tastings in dozens of shops on Evanston’s Main and Dempster Streets and Chicago Avenue, along with small bites and live music along the way. Tickets are $30.
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Glenview Blocktoberfest
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 21
Downtown Glenview | Glenview Rd. between Church and Pine Streets, Glenview
Celebrate downtown Glenview with live music, food, beverages, and family fun during Blocktoberfest! From 11am to 11pm, there will be live entertainment, plenty of food and drinks, and loads of activities for kids including free games, crafts, giveaways, face painting, balloon twisting and more!
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Peckish Pig Annual Pig Roast
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 22
Peckish Pig | 623 Howard St., Evanston
The first day of autumn is also the day for Peckish Pig’s annual Pig Roast on the patio! From 4 to 6 pm, come enjoy all-you-can-eat slow-roasted whole pig, accompanied by delicious sides and live music! Tickets are $40 each and must be purchased in advance.
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Be Entertained!
THROUGHOUT SEPTEMBER
North Shore Center for the Performing Arts | 9501 Skokie Blvd., Skokie
If you’re looking for outstanding live entertainment, look no further! The North Shore Center for the Performing Arts has a wonderful line-up this month including Ann Hampton Callaway (9/7), Andy Grammer (9/8), Chris Botti (9/19), Jeff Garlin (9/20), Roger McGuinn (9/25) and the Backstreet Boys’ Nick Carter (9/28).
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Live Theater on the North Shore
THROUGHOUT SEPTEMBER
Various Theaters
Theater season is in full swing on Chicago’s North Shore! This month, there are several new openings including Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812 (Writer’s Theatre, Glencoe), First Date (Oil Lamp Theater, Glenview), The Flying Lovers of Vitebsk (Northlight Theatre, Skokie) and Never Better (Theo Ubique Cabaret Theatre, Evanston).
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Northbrook Plein Air Weekend
SEPTEMBER 7-8, 2024
Techny Prarie Park and Fields, Northbrook Park District, Northbrook
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Never Better
SEPTEMBER 7, 2024 - OCTOBER 13, 2024
Theo Ubique Cabaret Theatre, Evanston
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