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2025 Trick or Treat Stroll

In celebration of Halloween, bring your kids to Downtown Evanston on Saturday, October 25, 2-4PM for trick-or-treating at local businesses! Stroll around Downtown at your own pace, and stop in at participating businesses for candy and other Halloween goodies. Meet up at Fountain Square (the plaza north of Davis Street) to pick up your official Trick-or-Treat Stroll map, take some photos in front of our Fall-themed backdrop, and get started on your stroll. The trick-or-treating is free, and fun and creative costumes are encouraged!

Please note that not all businesses are participating in this event, so be sure to look for the Trick or Treat posters on the windows or doors. Some businesses may also have candy outside.

Special thanks to BrightView Landscape Services, Artem Pop Up Gallery and First Northern Credit Union for sponsoring this year's Trick-or Treat Stroll in Downtown Evanston. Please stop by their booths and say "hi" when you meet-up at Fountain Square and be sure to pick up a complimentary bag from First Northern Credit Union (first come, first served while supplies last.) Don't forget to join One River School (1033 Davis St.) to paint mini-pumpkins after you are finished trick or treating.
The mini-pumpkin painting event is free, but please RSVP.

Share your photos with us on Instagram by tagging @downtownevanston and using #DTEHalloween to be entered into a raffle to win a $50 Evanston E-Gift Card! Follow along on Instagram and Facebook to stay up to date, and please sign up for our newsletter here.

If you're driving into Downtown Evanston for the Trick or Treat Stroll, we recommend parking in the Sherman Plaza Self Park garage--it's only a block away from Fountain Square. Please follow this link for information about parking.
Downtown Evanston is also easily accessible by bike, bus or train!
PARTICIPATING BUSINESSES:

PARTICIPATING BUSINESSES:


  • Animal Records | 624 Grove St.
  • Artem Pop Up Gallery  | 1627 Sherman Ave.
    • Complimentary Kyuteji sticker for the first 100 trick-or-treaters
  • Beacon Academy | 1574 Sherman Ave.
    • Stop by for a treat and art activity
  • cloth + home | 1503 Chicago Ave. 
  • Crossroads Trading | 1730 Sherman Ave. 
    • Specials include haunted finds, treat bags for the first 25 purchases, costume contest (1:30-2PM), gift card giveaways and a prize wheel
  • Deep Purpl Acai | 630 Davis St.
  • elephant + vine | 719 Church St.
  • Ergo Salon | 1567 Sherman Ave. 
  • Evanston Corner Bistro | 703 Church St.
  • Evanston Public Library | 1703 Orrington Ave. 
  • FlowersFlowers | 1110 Davis St.
  • Madison Grace | 612 Davis St.
  • Gather: Consciously Curated | 1509 Chicago Ave. 
  • Guidepost Montessori | 1200 Davis St.
  • Hyatt House Evanston | 1515 Chicago Ave.
  • Kilwins | 1724 Sherman Ave.
  • Madison Grace | 612 Davis St.
  • One River School | 1033 Davis St. 
  • Penzeys | 1615 Sherman Ave. 
  • Table To Stix Ramen  | 1007 Davis St.
  • TruFit Wellness Studio | 1526 Chicago Ave. 
  • Wafflavor | 1596 Sherman Ave. 
  • AND MORE COMING SOON!



THANKS TO OUR 2025 SPONSORS:

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Artem Pop Up Gallery

Artem Pop Up Gallery

Artem Popup Gallery, located at 1627 Sherman Avenue, curates a diverse collection of contemporary art from emerging and established artists. The gallery offers art enthusiasts a unique space to explore and acquire exceptional art pieces. They are dedicated to connecting artists with art lovers, fostering appreciation for art in a dynamic personal environment. In 2025, owner Sarita Kamat opened Artem, a welcoming creative space and gallery showcasing local artists and offering hands-on art experiences for adults of all skill levels. Learn more here.

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BrightView Landscape Services

BrightView Landscape Services

BrightView is the nation’s leading commercial landscape company. We take pride in delivering consistently excellent results for clients across the country, throughout the lifecycle of their landscapes.

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First Northern Credit Union

First Northern Credit Union

First Northern has been proudly serving residents of northern Illinois—including the Evanston community and surrounding areas—since 1944. Visit their location at 1705 Sherman Avenue for FREE membership*, a full suite of banking services, and personalized solutions to your financial needs. (*Insured by NCUA).

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