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Where is Chicago's Northshore

WELCOME TO CHICAGO'S NORTH SHORE

Bordering Chicago along Lake Michigan

Nothing compares to the unsurpassed beauty and distinctive charm of Chicago's North Shore. Bordering Chicago, along the glorious shores of Lake Michigan, the inviting communities of Evanston, Glencoe, Glenview, Lincolnwood, Niles, Northbrook, Prospect Heights, Skokie, Wheeling, Wilmette and Winnetka are just minutes north of Chicago's city center and truly offer something for everyone!

Fall Flavors

Festive, colorful fall has arrived! Explore Chicago Botanic Garden's 27 spectacular gardens, the Lake Michigan lakefront, or our parks and nature centers. Browse local museums and farmers markets, or enjoy al fresco dining on one of our favorite patios.

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So much to see and do on Chicago’s North Shore

Museums, unique art galleries, historical centers, architectural marvels, botanical gardens and so much more. ...Learn More

 

UPCOMING CHICAGO NORTH SHORE EVENTS

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25
Oct

A Family Halloween

October 25, 2026
Yee haw! Get in the spirit with a kid-friendly Halloween bash farm-style! Dress up in... MORE
25
Oct

Bill Blagg: Family Magic

 October 25, 2026
Illinois native Bill Blagg brings comedy, storytelling, audience participation and in... MORE
25
Oct

Day of the Dead Family 5k Walk/Run

October 25, 2026
Join us for a 5K run/walk celebrating the Day of the Dead. Run through picturesque He... MORE
25
Oct

Jackopierce

October 25, 2026
Jackopierce formed in 1988 in Dallas as theater students at SMU. The duo steadily mad... MORE
25
Oct

Northbrook Symphony Orchestra: Sumptuous Strings

October 25, 2026
Artistic Creative Partner Robert Chen invites his Chicago Symphony Orchestra colleagu... MORE
25
Oct

Northwestern University Men's Basketball vs. Iowa State (Exhibition)

 October 25, 2026
Iowa State vs. Northwestern University Men's Basketball exhibition game. The stat... MORE
25
Oct

Trick or Treat at the Market

 October 25, 2026
Ghosts, ghouls, goblins & grown-ups — it’s time to get SPOOKY at the ... MORE
7
Oct

Night of 1,000 Jack-O'Lanterns

October 7, 2026 - October 25, 2026
Let the gourd times roll! Dare to walk an eerily enchanting path aglow with artist-ca... MORE
9
Sep

The Front Page

 September 9, 2026 - October 25, 2026
Northlight Theatre presents The Front Page - In a 1930s Chicago press room, wise... MORE
26
Oct

Bill Blagg: Science of Magic

 October 26, 2026
Illusionist Bill Blagg combines spectacular magic with hands-on science to reveal how... MORE
27
Oct

Pumpkin Extravaganza

 October 27, 2026
Pumpkins, Pumpkins, and Punk Music on Repeat - Family Friendly Fall Festivities Night... MORE
28
Oct

Taste of the Town 2026

 October 28, 2026
Celebrating more than 20 years of celebrations, Wheeling's Taste of the Town will... MORE
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