Retail Businesses
In the heart of our Village lies a vibrant retail scene, where quaint storefronts and bustling shops create a unique shopping experience unlike any other. From cozy boutiques to family-owned stores, our District is home to a diverse array of businesses that cater to the needs and desires of both residents and visitors alike.
Shopping and Retail
Bead In Hand
A premier bead shop boasting an exceptional array of beads and beading supplies. Our specialty lies in assisting you in discovering the perfect color, size, or shape bead (or other materials) for your project.
Dima Jewelry Atelier + Boutique
Dima Jewelry Designs is a small handmade Jewelry company based in Oak Park. Dima offers beautiful, modern and affordable jewelry. Beside Dima’s creations, the boutique carries body products, candles, and crochet goods by local makers.
Dye Hard Yarns
A small boutique yarn shop and community dye studio in the heart of the Oak Park Arts District.The home of Indie dyers, Hand dyers, Artisans, Makers and small businesses near and far.
Brown Elephant
Thrift & Consignment Store with fashionable finds, home décor, and everyday vintage style. All proceeds support LGBTQ+ healthcare and fund care for the uninsured and under-insured at Howard Brown Health.
Fifty First Street
Shop and studio for people interested in fostering a creative lifestyle. Offering handmade goods by local artists and tools for people to expand the boundaries of their own creativity. Our studio offers workshops for all ages.
Studio 144 Boutique
Cozy boutique offering women’s clothing small to 3X, jewelry, accessories, skincare, bath and body and more. Marcia will be ready to personalize your shopping experience. Ask about our vinyl paint parties for a fun and creative moment.
Purple Sun Arts
An immersive arts experience studio, gallery, and boutique offering original paintings, artwork, handcrafted jewelry and other items, collectibles, and antiques along with Cosmic Smashbooking™ and a Cosmic Coaching™ lounge.
Val’s Halla Records
Long-standing fixture known for new & used vinyl, cassettes & CDs, plus in-store performances. Guided by its mission to provide an intentionally inclusive and inter-generational space in which to cultivate a love for all music.
Shop along Harrison Street
Visit many women-owned shops, galleries, studios, and more along Harrison Street in the Oak Park Arts District. There is so much to explore!
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Harvest on Harrison in the Arts District
Join us in the Arts District for HARVEST on HARRISON. Gather your family and friends and join us for a day of spooky fun! Activities include: Trick or Treating Family Fun Pop-up Shops Food + Drink Specials Arts + Crafts Stay tuned for more details!Let's celebrate Fall...
The Art and Wine Walk Returns to the Arts District
It’s time for a little Sippin’ & Shoppin’ in the Oak Park Arts District! Our Second annual Art & Wine Walk takes place on Saturday, December 14, from 3-7pm. It’s a perfect time to treat yourself to some wonderful wines, magnificent art, delicious hors...
Toddlin’ Around Town with the Collaboration for Early Childhood
Toddlin’ Around Town comes to the Arts District
Toddlin’ family friendly way to play and explore in different areas of Oak Park with your toddlers, babies and young children. We’ve partnered with Oak Park business districts to “piggy-back” on their fun events to create spaces for young children to explore and be delighted, too!
Spot Cece the little pig with wings hidden in shops and businesses, win prizes, and attend FREE, local, family-friendly events across Oak Park! There’s so much to discover as you Toddle Around Town!
This takes place in conjunction with or Saturday with Santa event taking place on Saturday, November 16.
Save the date and Stay Tuned for more information coming soon. See you there !