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2025 Chocolate Crawl

Join us in celebrating the season of love at our Love Local Chocolate Crawl on Thursday, February 13, 4:30-7:30PM. Bundle up and gather your friends, coworkers and family (yes, this is kid-friendly!) for an evening stroll stopping in local shops to enjoy a variety of chocolate treats and special offers. Find the perfect gifts for your loved ones or perhaps a little something special for yourself!
Learn about other Valentine's Day specials here.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THIS FREE EVENT!

How to Participate:
1) Check-in at Creative Coworking (922 Davis St.) to pick up the official Love Local Chocolate Crawl map and a complimentary reusable bag, and then head out on your chocolate crawl!

2) Visit participating businesses (in any order) to enjoy a chocolate treat, and shop for your Valentine or yourself!

3) When you spend $50 or more at participating businesses (at one or a combination of shops), bring your receipts to a Creative Coworking by 7:30PM to enter a raffle to win a $100 Evanston E-Gift Card! Plus, the first 10 people that turn in their receipts will receive an extra $10 gift card to a local business!

This is a free event but, please register here. If you're driving into Downtown Evanston for the crawl, please take a moment to read this information about parking. Downtown Evanston is also easily accessible by bike, bus or train.

After the crawl, be sure to treat yourself and your Valentine to dinner and a sweet treat in Downtown Evanston!
For questions, please email info@DowntownEvanston.org.

Participating Venues:

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Animal Records | 624 Grove St.

Animal Records | 624 Grove St.

Enjoy a complimentary Hersheys kiss brownie while you shop vinyl and get 10% off records in their “Hot Valentines Romantic Jams” section. 

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Artem Pop Up Gallery | 1627 Sherman Ave.

Artem Pop Up Gallery | 1627 Sherman Ave.

Warm up with hot chocolate while you shop. The first 20 customers will receive a complimentary Valentine’s Day Card with any purchase.

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Ayla's Originals | 1511 Sherman Ave.

Ayla's Originals | 1511 Sherman Ave.

Enjoy chocolate while you find gifts of jewelry for that special person. All jewelry is 25% off!

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Blick Art Materials | 1755 Maple Ave.

Get a Valentine's card or supplies to make Valentine's while you enjoy a variety of chocolates! And don't miss the Winter Back-to-School Sale!

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BodyBar Pilates | 710 Church St.

BodyBar Pilates | 710 Church St.

Stop by for chocolates and browse the 50% off rack! 

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Bookends & Beginnings | 1620 Orrington Ave.

Bookends & Beginnings | 1620 Orrington Ave.

Stop by for a mini chocolate bar from Kilwin's at the front desk. You can also register for this free event with author Christina Clancy in conversation about her latest book The Snowbirds with Alison Hammer, the Chicago-based half of the writing duo Ali Brady.

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cloth + home shop | 1503 Chicago Ave.

cloth + home shop | 1503 Chicago Ave.

You'll find perfect gifts for your partner, friends, and more at cloth + home. Stop in to browse their curated collection of artist and designer made items and while you enjoy a bit of chocolate.

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Crossroads Trading | 1730 Sherman Ave.

Crossroads Trading | 1730 Sherman Ave.

Find a special Valentine's themed outfit and check out the Best of 50% off rack while you enjoy a chocolate! 

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Devil Dawgs | 921 Church St.

Devil Dawgs | 921 Church St.

Get a taste of Devil Dawgs' delicious chocolate milkshake and make it your final stop to grab dinner while you're there! 

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Gearhead Outfitters | 1600 Sherman Ave.

Gearhead Outfitters | 1600 Sherman Ave.

Warm up with new sweater or jacket at Gearhead Outfitters while you enjoy a taste of chocolate.

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Grove Gallery | 619 Grove St.

Grove Gallery | 619 Grove St.

Stop by Grove Gallery to enjoy a chocolate treat and view the current exhibition.

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La Cocinita Restaurant | 521 Davis St.

La Cocinita Restaurant | 521 Davis St.

Check out the recently opened La Cocinita to enjoy a mini churro with chocolate sauce! Plus, you can make this your final stop to enjoy dinner and order heart-shaped arepas! Yum! 

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Potbelly Sandwich Shop | 630 Davis St.

Potbelly Sandwich Shop | 630 Davis St.

Enjoy a complimentary Chocolate Brownie Cookie if participating in the Love Local Chocolate Crawl. 

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Madison Grace | 612 Davis St.

Madison Grace | 612 Davis St.

Enjoy chocolate blossom cookies while you shop for yourself, your Valentine or Galentine!
PS: Stop by Madison Grace on February 15 for their Galentine's Sip & Shop. 

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Ten Thousand Villages | 1509 Chicago Ave.

Ten Thousand Villages | 1509 Chicago Ave.

Enjoy a brownie made with fair trade chocolate. Treat yourself to Katari Skincare and/or jewelry which are both 25% off through February 14.  

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Stepping Out on Faith Consignment | 1632 Orrington Ave.

Stepping Out on Faith Consignment | 1632 Orrington Ave.

Shop for red, pink and Valentine's themed clothing while you enjoy a cookie and 20% off all purchases!

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sweetgreen | 1601 Sherman Ave.

sweetgreen | 1601 Sherman Ave.

Stop by sweetgreen to try a sample of Hu Salty Dark Chocolate Bars and go back for dinner after the crawl. 

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Title Boxing Club Evanston | 1029 Davis St.

Title Boxing Club Evanston | 1029 Davis St.

Enjoy a chocolate treat and learn about the boxing classes! During February, Title Boxing Club is offering $50 for your first month (with a 2-month commitment)! Click on the links below to learn more:

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Wheel & Sprocket | 1027 Davis St.

Wheel & Sprocket | 1027 Davis St.

Stop in for a warm chocolate beverage and browse the selection of bikes and accessories! 

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