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 Enjoy: Frozen Treats on a Hot Summer Day
Summertime is in full swing! What better way to beat the heat and grab a treat than ice cream? The cherry on top…. supporting local Evanston businesses all season long.
Hartigann's Ice Cream Shoppe | Central Street: Hartigan's is a family-owned ice cream shop that's been serving the community since 1996. With over 50 flavors to choose from, including popular favorites like Elephant Tracks and Cookies & Cream, Hartigan's is the perfect place to cool off and treat yourself!
Parlor on Central | Central Street: Craving ice cream near Independence Park? Look no further than Parlor on Central! This new spot offers 20 rotating flavors, including vegan and gluten-free options, alongside homemade waffle cones. Whether you're a chocolate lover or a wild card, Parlor on Central has something to satisfy any craving.
C & W Market and Ice Cream Parlor | Church & Dodge: Inspired by family and community, C&W Market and Ice Cream Parlor brings a scoop of joy to Evanston! Owned by the Weaver family, this shop offers delicious ice cream in a friendly spot, perfect for celebrating life's sweetest moments. Stop by for a cone or sundae – C&W is sure to become your new favorite treat destination!
Yo Fresh | Main-Dempster Mile: Yo Fresh is a beloved spot in Evanston for a reason! This family-run cafe offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere, perfect for enjoying their delicious frozen yogurt. Whether you’re catching up with friends, relaxing with a good book, or fueling up for a day of exploring Evanston, Yo Fresh offers something for everyone.
Frio Gelato | Main Dempster Mile: Experience the taste of tradition at FRÍO Gelato! This family-owned gem brings authentic Argentine-style gelato to Evanston. Softer and creamier than American ice cream, FRÍO's gelato boasts unique flavors made with high-quality dairy products and classic recipes. Stop by today and experience a taste of Argentina in every scoop!
Cold Stone | Downtown: Craving ice cream that's anything but ordinary? Cold Stone Creamery in Downtown Evanston is your one-stop shop for endless customization! Their expert mix-ins and signature creations take ice cream to the next level. Head to Cold Stone Creamery and design your dream ice cream creation today!
Kilwin's | Downtown: Sweeten your day at Kilwin’s! This chocolate and ice cream shop offers handcrafted treats made with the finest ingredients. Dive into creamy fudge, decadent chocolates, piled-high ice cream cones, and refreshing sundaes. Kilwin's - where every sweet tooth finds its perfect match.
 Help us recognize Evanston's Legacy Businesses!
The City’s Economic Development Committee and Preservation Commission are pleased to announce the launch of the Evanston Legacy Business Alliance. This program seeks to celebrate, advocate for, and retain Evanston’s living heritage as embodied through the legendary businesses, at least 20 years old, which contribute significantly to the City’s historic, cultural, economic, or social identity.
Email us at legacybusiness@cityofevanston.org and help identify additional legendary businesses across Evanston that contribute to our living heritage and sense of place. As part of your email, consider sending photos, videos, memorable stories, traditions, and any other historic information of your favorite legendary businesses.
 Photo Credit: Becca Heuer
Take out Picnic on Central Street June 20
On June 20 from 5:30 to 8 p.m., Central Street invites you to join their third annual summer evening Takeout Picnic - with a parking lot pop-up twist. Support the local Central Street community and order take out from one of the many Central Street restaurants.
Bring your dinner the event area and pull up a seat at one of the community dining tables and celebrate the Summer Solstice with La Tosca Italian Mambo Ensemble and family-friendly activities.
See below for upcoming events and start planning your weekends! You can find the full calendar of events on the Enjoy Evanston website.
Downtown Evanston
Central Street
Ashland Arts
West Village
West End
Other Enjoy Evanston events
Have a upcoming event?
Help us add to our calendar! We encourage you to submit all your upcoming events through our website.
Please review the following submission guidelines:
- Only public events may be listed
- Cannot be solely retail in nature
- Cannot be solely religious or political in nature
- Cannot be solely fundraisers or networking events
- Should be leisure time or recreational activities
Event eligibility is also evaluated on a case-by-case basis. At this time, we are only able to accept event listings in English.
 Meet Alex DeSalvo, DeSalvo's Pizza!
Meet Alex DeSalvo, owner of DeSalvo's Pizza. Located in the Central Street business district, this family-owned and operated pizza shop is passionate about building community. They pride themselves on not only serving great food, but offering a warm and inviting space. They believe pizza is for everyone -- so stop by and grab some pizza by-the-slice, including gluten and vegan options, or check out their daily selection of items only available in house. Read the full interview here.
KB: Can you share some of the history of DeSalvo's?
AD: DeSalvo’s Pizza came about through many years of John, Stacia and I dreaming together about a potential partnership. Stacia and I grew up working in the restaurant and service industry - In fact, we met working at a pizza shop in Carbondale, Colorado16 years ago. John and I met when he hired me to create and cook for Boltwood, here in Evanston. With years of food service under our belts, the idea of running a pizza shop, one that served the food, environment, and service we believe our community deserves, was a dream then, one we thought we’d never realize. When we started our family, we both pivoted away from direct food service. Then, during the pandemic, when Symphony Cafe closed and I lost my job, we started to really talk seriously about how to make our dreams a reality . After much discussion Stacia and I decided to head back into the restaurant industry, with our friend and partner John Kim, and try our hand at building something new and special.
KB: How does the Central Street district support your business?
AD: Central Street is the perfect community for a shop like De Salvo’s. The Central Street district’s events throughout the seasons help keep us connected to other businesses and community members. The neighborhood has embraced us in ways we couldn’t have imagined. We absolutely love being a part of such a thriving community.
KB: What can folks expect if they come to DeSalvo's?
AD:A friendly and inviting space. The best food we can make, almost all from scratch, with the highest quality ingredients we can source.
KB: How do you set yourself apart from other restaurants?
AD: We make everything we can from scratch - dough, Italian sausage, cookies, bread (fresh-baked daily), ect. We also do our absolute best to handle everything with care and attention to detail. We want people to be able to notice the difference right away
KB: Any specials or services you’d like people to be aware of?
AD: We obviously have great pizzas, salads and sandwiches, but we also offer some really special seasonal vegetable dishes, gluten and dairy free Oatly soft-serve, draft beer and wines. We’re more than just a local pizza joint. We have strong culinary and hospitality backgrounds and our hope is that all of that experience will shine through in our space and product.
KB: What is your favorite thing about owning a business in Evanston?
AD: We love being a part of such a thriving community and getting the chance to be a part of so many community members' lives. Such a joy. We’re very grateful to be where we are doing what we do.
 Get to know Ashland Arts!
This hidden gem of Evanston is just waiting to be discovered. Several warehouses have been re-imagined to house Double Clutch Brewery, Soul + Smoke BBQ, a Native American wellness center, and various art studios.
With new investments in the area, such as the City’s skate park and a community school, the Ashland Arts district is poised to be a haven for families, foodies, and makers.
 Did you know?
The Noyes Cultural Arts Center (NCAC) was designed as an elementary school by renowned architect Daniel Burnham? Originally constructed in 1892, and expanded 1949, the NCAC exemplifies Evanston’s unique architectural heritage and has been awarded landmark status.
The NCAC supports the creation and presentation of work by artists who strive for excellence and innovation in their work and are committed to reaching the diverse audiences of Evanston, the North Shore and metropolitan Chicago. It offers subsidized work space in the form of studios, office and rehearsal space and a 190 seat theatre to individual artists, performance groups and arts organizations.
The NCAC has gained national attention for its innovative approach to bringing first-rate arts programming to a community and has played a pivotal role in Evanston becoming the “city of the arts. Learn more!
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