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2026 Downtown Sip + Stroll

Join us on Thursday, June 25, from 4:30-7:30PM for our annual Sip + Stroll event! It's the perfect opportunity to explore downtown Evanston with friends and family while visiting local businesses to enjoy sips of wine, bubbly, and non-alcoholic beverages, along with shopping and dining specials! Some participating businesses may also have small bites to share!  

The Sip + Stroll event is free, but please pre-register below. A suggested donation of $10 at check-in will benefit Kitchen to Community, a youth-centered nonprofit founded by Chef Nicole Henry, owner of Chicky’s Kitchen Creations at The Aux. Through hands-on culinary experiences, youth learn cooking, teamwork, responsibility, and life skills while gaining confidence and giving back to the community through food. A special thanks to Evanston Professional Moms for partnering with us on this event and connecting us with Kitchen to Community.

Spend $50 or more at one or more participating businesses during the Sip + Stroll for a chance to win a $100 Evanston E-Gift Card!


* * * PRE-REGISTER FOR THE EVENT HERE! * * *

FREE Childcare at Life Time
Attendees can enjoy 3 FREE hours of drop-off childcare at Life Time (1608 Sherman Ave.) from 4:30-7:30PM during the Sip + Stroll!
Parents must register their children here

Check-In Location
On the day of the event, attendees will need to check-in at one of the following businesses:
Life Time | 1608 Sherman Ave.
 
At check-in, all attendees will receive a map of participating businesses for the self-guided stroll. If you are planning on enjoying adult beverages at desinations along the way, you must present a valid ID at check-in to receive an "over-21" wristband.
After your stroll, be sure to make plans for dinner somewhere in downtown Evanston!

Getting Here
If you're driving into downtown Evanston for the Sip + Stroll, we recommend parking in one of the garages. More information about parking. Downtown Evanston is also easily accessible by bike, bus or train!

DOWNTOWN SIP + STROLL SPECIALS:

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Animal Records | 624 Grove St.

Animal Records | 624 Grove St.

Enjoy NA beer and other non-alcoholic beverages while you browse the record collection. 15% off during the event! 

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Artem Pop Up Gallery | 1627 Sherman Ave.

Artem Pop Up Gallery | 1627 Sherman Ave.

Sip on lemonade and enjoy a cookie! The first 20 shoppers will receive a free art print from Sarita Kamat Designs and the next 10 shoppers will receive an Artem mug.  

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Bella Otér | 1017 Davis St.

Bella Otér | 1017 Davis St.

Escape to Monaco for the Evening at Bella Otér. Enjoy champagne, wine, tea, coffee, and French-inspired bites while exploring Bella Otér's European-inspired space. Guests who enjoy a fitting room experience and make a minimum purchase of $20 will receive a complimentary pair of Bella Otér bamboo underwear plus body oils and lotions.

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BODYBAR Pilates |  710 Church St.

BODYBAR Pilates | 710 Church St.

Stop in for a sip (to be announced) and enjoy 20% off first 3 months or 2 classes for $20 intro offer.

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Bookends & Beginnings | 1620 Orrington Ave.

Bookends & Beginnings | 1620 Orrington Ave.

Enjoy a complimentary themed cocktail with any in-store purchase over $10 during the event. Alcoholic and non-alcoholic versions will be available. 

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Commonwealth Running Company | 1631 Sherman Ave.

Commonwealth Running Company | 1631 Sherman Ave.

Enjoy tastes of wine and 10% off when you shop during the event! 

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Crave Cookies | 809 Church St.

Crave Cookies | 809 Church St.

Swing through Crave Cookies to sample their loaded sodas or recently introduced Crave milkshakes! 

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Crossroads Trading | 1730 Sherman Ave.

Crossroads Trading | 1730 Sherman Ave.

Swing by for a sip of champagne and shop the 50% off rack! 

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Evanston Corner Bistro | 703 Church Street

Evanston Corner Bistro | 703 Church Street

Make your way to Evanston Corner Bistro to sample their Smokey Margarita and/or the Park Your Ranch Water (NA). Make this your last stop to enjoy dinner with friends! 

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Gather: Consciously Curated | 1509 Chicago Ave.

Gather: Consciously Curated | 1509 Chicago Ave.

Sip on Rose wine and fair trade iced tea. Select items will have 15% donated to Evanston Pride nonprofit. 

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The Grove Gallery | 619 Grove St.

The Grove Gallery | 619 Grove St.

Visit Grove Gallery to view the “In the Absence of Space: Claim, Create, Connect” exhibition and meet some of the artists and enjoy beverages. 

The exhibit is presented by Evanston ASPA in partnership with Evanston Latinos, Aloha Center Chicago, Gichigamiin Indigenous Nations Museum, Shorefront Legacy Center & Evanston Made. 

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Hilton Orrington | 1710 Orrington Ave.

Hilton Orrington | 1710 Orrington Ave.

Enjoy infused water, assorted non-alcoholic drinks and mocktails. Don't leave without a Hilton Orrington promotional item!  

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La Cocinita Restaurant | 521 Davis St.

La Cocinita Restaurant | 521 Davis St.

Stop by La Cocinita for complimentary agua fresca! Make it your last stop and enjoy arepas, tacos and more with an extended happy hour! 

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Life Time | 1618 Sherman Ave.

Life Time | 1618 Sherman Ave.

Stroll in to Life Time for a complimentary glass of wine or one of our summertime drink specials! All participants will also receive a complimentary day pass to be used at a future date.

PLUS, you can enjoy 3 FREE hours of drop-off childcare from 4:30-7:30PM during the Sip + Stroll! Parents must register their children here

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Madison Grace | 612 Davis St.

Madison Grace | 612 Davis St.

Info coming soon.

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Table to Stix | 1007 Davis St.

Table to Stix | 1007 Davis St.

Swing by for small bites including Sake, Gyoza and Brussel Sprouts! 

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Title Boxing Club Evanston | 1029 Davis St.

Title Boxing Club Evanston | 1029 Davis St.

Grab a snack and a promotional card to enjoy a FREE week trial (5 free classes that expire after a week) at Title Boxing Club!  

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Waxing the City | 917 Church St.

Waxing the City | 917 Church St.

Pop in for some bubbles and a sweet treat and enjoy 30% off a waxing or tinting service of your choice!

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Wellness from Within | 617c Grove St. (alley entrance)

Wellness from Within | 617c Grove St. (alley entrance)

Wellness from Within is a space for individual support, community, and collective healing. Stop by to meet owner Tiffany Voltz and visit other Evanston Evanston-based businesses including:

Angela Kesting of AJK Coaching
Laura Tracz-Gelis of Lore and Light Co
Natalia Duarte of Time2Savor
Mary Beth Schaye of The Urban Canopy
 
Note that you have to access this business via the alley from Grove Street (near Grove Gallery) or Davis Street.