Every Friday Night in the Arts District!
Saturday with Santa in the Arts District on November, December 16
Join us for Saturday with Santa and Toddlin' Around Town
Pictures with Santa and Toy Drive
Visit Jamilla Yipp Photography Studio at 136 Harrison for a great opportunity to take a photo with Santa. Santa photos are free with a Toy donation.
Photos with traditional Santa from 10am-12pm and Photos with Black Santa (Aka Maui) from 2-4pm. Sign up online for a slot from this link. Advance Sign Up is recommended, but walk-ins will be accommodated between signed up slots.
Toddlin' Around Town in the Arts District
Spot Cece the little pig with wings hidden in shops and businesses, win prizes, and attend FREE, local, family-friendly events in the Oak Park Arts District from November 15-22! There’s so much to discover as you Toddle Around Town!
Toddlin’ Around Town is just what it sounds like: a family friendly way to play and explore in different areas of Oak Park with your toddlers, babies and young children sponsored by The Collaboration for Early Childhood.
Special Events will happen on Satuday, November 16, as Toddlin’ comes to an end in the Arts District and we celebrate Saturday with Santa! Enjoy pictures with Santa, Family Friendly activities, and other special events along Harrison Street.
Frankenstein’s Stops By Publican Quality Bread
Halloween is in the Air in the Oak Park Arts District
In this entertaining video from the Village of Oak Park, one of Frankenstein’s Monsters takes a surprising detour to Harrison Street in the Oak Park Arts District.
Thankfully, a delicious stop at Publican Quality Bread helps calm the creature, ensuring that business can resume smoothly. Join us for a glimpse of this wild encounter and see how a little hospitality can tame even the most misunderstood beings!
Harvest on Harrison in the Arts District
Harvest on Harrison
Join us in the Arts District for HARVEST on HARRISON. Gather your family and friends and join us for a day of spooky fun!
Schedule of Events
12 PM – 5 PM on the grassland at 911 S. Taylor
ARTIST FAIR 12pm-5pm
Check out Artist Vendors on the grassland and at some of the shops PLUS Selfie stations, Pumpkin Painting, and more!
Artists on Display include @dimajewelryatelier @Byogevents @Hardbackyoyo @ColorHappyCreations @MuddySunrise @BeYou2ful Treasures @PinHeadDesigns
CONTESTS AND MUSIC 1pm-5pm
- 1 PM: Pet Costume Contest on the Grassland
- 2 PM: Kid Costume Contest on the Grassland
- 3 PM Adult Costume Contest on the Grassland
- 4 PM Witches Dance by all who wish to participate
- 5 PM Harvest Event closes… Continue on to Dinner at one of the Arts District Restaurants
TRUNK OR TREAT in the Village Church Parking Lot 12-2:30pm
12-2:30pm – Go Trick or Treating from decorated trunk to decorated trunk @The Village Church, 911 S. Taylor + complimentaryHot Dog Lunch
BINGO CARD and PRIZES 12pm-5pm
Stop by the OPAD table on the grassland to pick up a Bingo Card. Get it stamped at the businesses as you trick or treat and return your completed card to claim prizes.
TRICK or TREATING and SPECIAL EVENTS ALONG HARRISON STREET 12pm-5pm
- Fat Cat Art Gallery, 19 Harrison
Trick or Treating and Face Painting from 1-5pm - Dancing Krow Studio, 43 Harrison
Trick or Treating, Artwork on Display and Special Events - Purple Sun Arts, 142 Harrison
Trick or Treating and seasonal artwork, jewelry and crafts. - Bead in Hand, 145 Harrison
Trick or Treating plus Day of the Dead Make & Take Dangle Workshop! Celebrate Day of the Dead by creating a special remembrance of a loved one. Use a carved skull bead for the head and a variety of colorful beads for the body in ways that represent your ancestor’s unique personality. $10 per item, includes materials. Drop in 1:30 – 4pm. - Studio 144 Boutique, 144 Harrison
Trick or Treating and Grab a Sweet Treat with a special offer to be used in the store. - Buzz Cafe by Kribi, 905 Lombard
Trick or Treating and an Apple Cider Station on Harrison/Lombard - Laura Maychruk Real Estate 911 S. Lombard
Trick or Treating plus Local Artist Showcase Event-Tom Bassett-Dilley, Amy Renzulli, Tamara Waserman and Ann Primack will be on hand to show their artwork. This is a great opportunity to explore what Oak Park artists are up to and purchase a piece as a gift or for yourself! - Dye Hard Yarns 210 Harrison
Trick or Treating and Pumpkin Decorating. While supplies last enjoy a fun arts and crafts project good for all ages. - Mosaic Counseling and Wellness 215 Harrison
Trick or Treating plus Apple Cider Station supplied by Buzz Cafe by Kribi. Get it while it’s hot! - The Brown Elephant 217 Harrison
Trick or Treating. - Taco Mucho 220 Harrison
Trick or Treating. - Happy Apple Pie Shop 226 Harrison
Trick or Treating. - Elevate Creative, 321 Harrison
Trick or Treating.
More special events and activities to come! See you there!
Stay tuned for more details!
Harvest on Harrison
Let’s celebrate Fall and support the local businesses in the Arts District at our Harvest on Harrison event Saturday, October 26.
The Art and Wine Walk Returns to the Arts District
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 d’oeuvres and great holiday shopping – all in the historic Oak Park Arts District!
We are thrilled to be partnering with a local gem, Anfora Wine Merchants for this event. Support artists and local businesses all while treating yourself to a fun afternoon out.
Ticket Sales will be $50 and include a wine glass, complimentary tastings throughout the participating locations, a wine tote, box of water, and a bottle of wine to be picked up later at Anfora Wine Merchants!
There will also be small bites, music, and sales throughout the Oak Park Arts District businesses.
Save the Date and Stay Tuned for ticket sales to open up.
Shopping Local never tasted so good.
Toddlin’ Around Town with the Collaboration for Early Childhood
Toddlin' Around Town in the Arts District with the Collaboration for Early Childhood
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!
Toddlin’ Around Town in the Oak Park Arts District
Check out the Collaboration for Early Childhood for more on this fun event taking place November 11-17!