Evanston is a city located in Cook County, only 12 miles from Chicago’s downtown Loop. The community is well recognized as a cultural melting pot and the home of Northwestern University. Evanston has plenty to offer— it’s lively downtown, art scene, proximity to the Lake, and pleasant environment make the area a destination for tourists and locals alike. Residents also appreciate the area’s safe suburban feel and having easy access to city transportation. Click here for more

Evanston sits on the shoreline of Lake Michigan, just a few miles from highway 41 and Lake Shore Drive.  It is about a 15 to 20 minute commute from downtown Chicago by car. Miles of sidewalks and bike paths can be found throughout this suburb. Several CTA bus routes run through Evanston, and the CTA Purple Line takes commuters to and from downtown Chicago during rush hour periods.

Many different events take place in Evanston throughout the year. The Starlight Concert Series, a regular series of outdoor events, takes place in June and July each year. The Lakeshore Arts Festival runs during the first weekend of August annually, and showcases the work of more than 125 local artists. Evanston has numerous spacious and scenic parks, and one of the best reviewed is Dawes Park.  It has free parking, trails to run and bike on, an enchanting lagoon, and is right by Lake Michigan and the downtown area.

Evanston Beaches include Lighthouse Beach 2611 Sheridan Rd.
Clark Street Beach 1811 Sheridan Rd.
Dog Beach – 1631 Sheridan Rd.
Dempster/Greenwood St. Beach – 1401 Sheridan
Office 1251 Lake Shore Blvd. (847) 859-7822
Lee Street Beach 1111 Lake Shore Blvd.
South Boulevard Beach 525 Sheridan Square.

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