Join us this summer for Evanston Cars & Coffee, a new series of free community events where you can admire an incredible lineup of vintage cars (pre-2000), and enjoy a relaxing Sunday in Downtown Evanston with family and friends. Mark your calendar for these three Sundays from 11AM-2PM: June 22, July 13, and August 10. All cars will be showcased on the surface parking lot behind the Evanston Public Library.
A complimentary "hydration station" will be available during the June 22 event, courtesy of Skillz Physical Therapy.
At each event, registered cars will be voted on for a "Best in Show" award, and the owner of the car with the most votes will win a $100 Evanston E-Gift Card, courtesy of Downtown Evanston. Votes may be purchased during each event, and all proceeds will benefit the Evanston Public Libary. Coffee will also be available for purchase from Outside Coffee while you take in the sights of vintage cars and enjoy the community spirit. Here's an article about Evanston Cars & Coffee written by The Daily Northwestern.
A complimentary "hydration station" will be available during the June 22 event, courtesy of Skillz Physical Therapy.
At each event, registered cars will be voted on for a "Best in Show" award, and the owner of the car with the most votes will win a $100 Evanston E-Gift Card, courtesy of Downtown Evanston. Votes may be purchased during each event, and all proceeds will benefit the Evanston Public Libary. Coffee will also be available for purchase from Outside Coffee while you take in the sights of vintage cars and enjoy the community spirit. Here's an article about Evanston Cars & Coffee written by The Daily Northwestern.
Sign Up to Showcase Your Vintage Car
SORRY, REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED FOR ALL THREE DATES.
Do you own a vintage car (pre-2000) that you'd like to showcase at one or more of the Evanston for Cars & Coffee events? Space is limited, so pre-register as early as possible before each date to ensure that there will be a spot for your vehicle. Registration is free.
Do you own a vintage car (pre-2000) that you'd like to showcase at one or more of the Evanston for Cars & Coffee events? Space is limited, so pre-register as early as possible before each date to ensure that there will be a spot for your vehicle. Registration is free.
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Check-In for Registered Cars
All registered cars must enter the event area from the alley off Clark Street, just west of Chicago Avenue. Please pull your vehicle forward to the registration tent, where you will be met by volunteers who will confirm your advance registration, provide you with a placard for your car, and direct you to your parking spot. Once your car has been parked, it must remain in place for the duration of the event.
Etiquette for Guests
Check-In for Registered Cars
All registered cars must enter the event area from the alley off Clark Street, just west of Chicago Avenue. Please pull your vehicle forward to the registration tent, where you will be met by volunteers who will confirm your advance registration, provide you with a placard for your car, and direct you to your parking spot. Once your car has been parked, it must remain in place for the duration of the event.
Etiquette for Guests
(1) Please do not touch or get into the cars without the car owner’s permission.
(2) Be careful not to brush up against cars when taking selfies.
(3) Please dismount and walk your bike, electric scooter, or motorized board.
(4) Keep strollers and pets 5 feet away from cars to avoid accidental damage to cars.
(5) If you take photos during the event to share on social media, please tag Downtown Evanston on Instagram and/or Facebook and use hashtags #downtownevanston and #evanstoncarsandcoffee so that we may share your photos.
(4) Keep strollers and pets 5 feet away from cars to avoid accidental damage to cars.
(5) If you take photos during the event to share on social media, please tag Downtown Evanston on Instagram and/or Facebook and use hashtags #downtownevanston and #evanstoncarsandcoffee so that we may share your photos.
Parking for Guests
If you're driving into Downtown Evanston to enjoy the car show, we recommend parking in the Church Street Self Park garage--it's right across Chicago Avenue from the event location. The garage and metered street parking are both free on Sundays. More information about parking. Downtown Evanston is also easily accessible by bike, bus or train! For questions, please email info@DowntownEvanston.org.
Special Thanks
The City of Evanston parking lot that is being used for this event is located adjacent to the Evanston Public Library and The Woman's Club of Evanston. Both organizations have been very generous with their support for Evanston Cars & Coffee and we, in turn, have promised to be considerate neighbors and thoughtful stewards of the event area and its surroundings.
THANKS TO OUR 2025 SPONSORS:
City of Evanston
Northwestern | Neighborhood and Community Relations
If you're driving into Downtown Evanston to enjoy the car show, we recommend parking in the Church Street Self Park garage--it's right across Chicago Avenue from the event location. The garage and metered street parking are both free on Sundays. More information about parking. Downtown Evanston is also easily accessible by bike, bus or train! For questions, please email info@DowntownEvanston.org.
Special Thanks
The City of Evanston parking lot that is being used for this event is located adjacent to the Evanston Public Library and The Woman's Club of Evanston. Both organizations have been very generous with their support for Evanston Cars & Coffee and we, in turn, have promised to be considerate neighbors and thoughtful stewards of the event area and its surroundings.
THANKS TO OUR 2025 SPONSORS:
City of Evanston
Northwestern | Neighborhood and Community Relations
