Get ready for a fun and festive afternoon at the Art & Wine Walk in the Oak Park Arts District! On Saturday, December 14, from 3-7 PM, sip on curated wines, explore stunning local art, savor tasty small bites, and shop for unique holiday gifts—all while supporting local artists and businesses.
Why You’ll Love It:
Tickets: $50 includes a wine glass, 12 exclusive wine tastings (curated by Anfora Wine Merchants), a wine glass, tote bag of goodies, a box of water, and a bottle of wine to pick up late at Anfora.
Tastings: Enjoy a wine sampling journey through 12 charming stops along Harrison Street.
Art & Shopping: Admire local artwork at every stop, enjoy exclusive discounts, and find one-of-a-kind gifts.
Delicious Bites: Savor snacks from neighborhood restaurants as you stroll.
Celebrate the Season, the Arts and the Community “This event is about bringing people together to celebrate art, wine, and the joy of supporting local businesses,” says Laura Maychruk, President of the Oak Park Arts District Business Association. “It’s a perfect way to spread holiday cheer while discovering what makes Oak Park special.”
Ticket Price: $50 (Includes wine glass, 12 tastings, wine tote, boxed water, small bites, special discounts at shops and restaurants, bottle of wine from Anfora)
Delicious Small Bites Along the Way Indulge in irresistible small bites from local favorites including Happy Apple Pie Shop, MORA Oak Park, Publican Quality Bread, Taco Mucho, and Trattoria225 as you stroll through the event. Be sure to stop by these fantastic restaurants before or after the walk to enjoy even more of their offerings!
Art for Everyone The Shopping & Art Walk portion is free and open to the public.For more details and to purchase tickets: oakparkartsdistrict.com/art-wine-walk
Gather friends and family to explore the vibrant creativity of the Oak Park Arts District—this is one holiday event you won’t want to miss!
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 andFace 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 plusDay 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 Estate911 S. Lombard Trick or Treating plusLocal Artist Showcase Event-Tom Bassett-Dilley, Amy Renzulli, Tamara Waserman and Ann Primackwill 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 Yarns210 Harrison Trick or Treating andPumpkin Decorating.While supplies last enjoy a fun arts and crafts project good for all ages.
Mosaic Counseling and Wellness215 Harrison Trick or Treating plusApple Cider Station supplied by Buzz Cafe by Kribi.Get it while it’s hot!
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.
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!
Oak Park’s biggest spring festival, “What’s Blooming,” was a hit again this year!
This Saturday, Harrison Street came alive with over 120 booths from local artisans, small businesses, and makers. Add carnival rides, an art auction, a performance stage, a beer garden, and awesome local eats into the mix—there was plenty to see and do!
The place was packed, everyone enjoying the sunny, warm weather. Highlights included the Happy Swirls Ice Cream truck and cool margaritas from Taco Mucho.
Live music rocked the Kinslahger Beer Garden from 11 AM to 9 PM, keeping the vibes lively and fun.
Don’t miss out next year! Save the date—every third Saturday in May, we kick off the festival season with “What’s Blooming!”