# Events & Things To Do In Evanston on 1st May 2026

- **Subtitle**: Discover the best events and activities in Evanston on 1st May 2026. From live concerts to art exhibitions, find the perfect thing to do for an unforgettable day out.
- **Category**: 

## Featured Events

- **Event Name**: Chicago's Hottest Networking Event For Young Professionals
  - **Description**: SUM OF FIVE | Chicago's Hottest Networking Event For Young ProfessionalsAbout this Event BackgroundSUM OF FIVE Professional Networking Events stand as the pinnacl
  - **Date**: Wed, 01 Apr – Wed, 06 May (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/chicagos-hottest-networking-event-for-young-professionals/100001981615308732
  - **Venue**: Joy District
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:600:300/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4yLmFsbGV2ZW50cy5pbi90aHVtYnMvdGh1bWI2OWNjZjA3ZWVmNjk3LmpwZw.avif
  - **Price**: min: 9.85, max: 21.05, currency: USD
  - **Categories**: business, nonprofit, job-fairs
- **Event Name**: The TRASHY CRAFT MARKET at Fiber + Fabric Craft Festival
  - **Description**: We're poppin' up our 11th JUNKY JAMBOREE in Rosemont! Join us to turn trash into trends and make CREATIVE REUSE the talk of the town!About this Event🌷🤾🏼‍♀️ Spring on over to Rosemont, IL
  - **Date**: Fri, 01 May at 10:00 am – Sun, 03 May at 03:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/rosemont/the-trashy-craft-market-at-fiber-fabric-craft-festival/100001985400356913
  - **Venue**: Donald E. Stephens Convention Center
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:600:300/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy83ZGVmNTAwOGJjMzdlODQ4YjI2Y2U3NjhhYjBiYTQxMmNmZmY3Y2VjMDZmNjZmYzkxZmU3ZGY4YmMyMTEzNzI5LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYwMC1kY2ZkZjllZC1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3NzQwNjg3MTU.avif
  - **Price**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD
  - **Categories**: workshops, art, festivals, business, exhibitions, contests, meetups, pop-ups

## About

Discover the best events and activities in Evanston on 1st May 2026. From live concerts to art exhibitions, find the perfect thing to do for an unforgettable day out.

## Events in Evanston

- **Event Name**: Northwestern Wildcats vs. Indiana Hoosiers
  - **Description**: 🎉 Welcome to Northwestern Wildcats vs. Indiana Hoosiers, where dreams come alive and possibilities are endless! 🏛️ Join us at Rocky Miller Park in the heart of Evanston, IL for an event t
  - **Date**: Fri May 01 2026 at 06:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/evanston/northwestern-wildcats-vs-indiana-hoosiers/2300028686119339
  - **Venue**: Rocky Miller Park
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy8xZWVkNjc2MC0yZWZiLTExZjEtYTc5Ni0yNTM3M2ExODNiODUtcmltZy13MTIwMC1oNTE0LWRjMTUxNTE5LWdtaXIuanBnP3Y9MTc3NTE3OTE1MQ.avif
  - **Categories**: trips-adventures
- **Event Name**: Taste, Vibes & Culture: Haitian Heritage Month
  - **Description**: Hosted by Kizin Creole Restaurant

Join us this May for a month-long celebration of Haitian culture, food, music, and community! “Taste, Vibes & Culture” is more than an event; it’s an immersive experience honoring the richness, resilience, and beauty
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 15
  - **Date**: Fri May 01 2026 at 12:00 pm – Fri May 01 2026 at 11:45 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/evanston/taste-vibes-and-culture-haitian-heritage-month/200029871100042
  - **Venue**: 2311 W Howard St, Chicago, IL, United States, Illinois 60645
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy8xNzY3YzU3YWZjOGE3ZjJhZTliYWQ5YWE1YzE4MjRiNjE1Y2ZkMzUwMGZjNmQ2YzhjMDdhMmZlMjQwYmM1Mjg0LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDE2MDAtZGNkNzJmMTUtZ21pcj92PTE3NzUzMjA3NTY.avif
  - **Categories**: music, food-drinks, art, festivals, workshops, live-music, literary-art, entertainment, storytelling, brunch, music-festivals
- **Event Name**: Love & Information
  - **Description**: By Caryl Churchill
Directed by Claire Bauman 

Someone sneezes. Someone can’t get a signal. Someone won’t answer the door. Someone put an elephant on the stairs. Someone’s not ready to talk. Someone is her brother’s mother. Someone hates irrational number
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 4
  - **Date**: Fri May 01 2026 at 07:30 pm – Fri May 01 2026 at 09:15 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/evanston/love-and-information/200029629551558
  - **Venue**: Ethel Barber Theater
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy9lOGEwNTJhMWQ5OGZmYTM4YjZmZGZlN2E1MzZhN2NmMzA0YTE3OTQ5NDIyMDliOGNlNDQyNjcxOGUxYjlhY2QwLXJpbWctdzgyMC1oMzYwLWRjNDgyNjgxLWdtaXI_dj0xNzc0MjE3MDc4.avif
- **Event Name**: LOKI - Rock Musical at Lifeline Theatre
  - **Description**: ✨ Discover the extraordinary at LOKI - Rock Musical at Lifeline Theatre, where magic meets reality in ways you've never imagined! 🏛️ Set in Lifeline Theatre nestled in bustling Evanston, IL
  - **Date**: Fri May 01 2026 at 07:30 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/evanston/loki-rock-musical-at-lifeline-theatre/2400028782779248
  - **Venue**: Lifeline Theatre
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy8zNTNhMDM0MC0yNzc0LTExZjEtYWJmYS1kZjc3OGZiZjE2ZGEtcmltZy13MTIwMC1oNTE0LWRjMDEwMjAxLWdtaXIuanBnP3Y9MTc3NDM1MTU0OQ.avif
  - **Categories**: art, theatre, live-music
- **Event Name**: Steve Rashid & His Smart Outfit: Live at Studio5
  - **Description**: STEVE RASHID & HIS SMART OUTFIT – EP RELEASE CONCERT

Chicago vocalist and pianist Steve Rashid celebrates the release of his new EP with two special nights at Studio5. Known for his distinctive blend of jazz, cabaret, and classic American song, Rashi
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 7
  - **Date**: Fri May 01 2026 at 06:30 pm – Fri May 01 2026 at 08:30 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/evanston/steve-rashid-and-his-smart-outfit-live-at-studio5/200029798508252
  - **Venue**: 1934 Dempster St., Evanston, IL, United States, Illinois 60202
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvM2FhOGNkMmJiMTRmMmY3ZjFiOThlZDZlNGIzN2NlYzM2MDJkOGE5MDJmMTA3ZmRjMTM0NzE2MmU0NmZmOThmMy1yaW1nLXcxMjAwLWg2MjgtZGMwMTAxMDQtZ21pcj92PTE3NzM4NzU2OTg.avif
  - **Categories**: music, entertainment, concerts, live-music, storytelling
- **Event Name**: Unitarian Church of Evanston Rummage Sale
  - **Description**: Our sale is a spring tradition. Come find a treasure or a bargain. We've got housewares, clothing, furniture, toys, antiques/vintage finds, jewelry, bikes, camping gear, and more. Plus, stop by our fabulous baked goods cafe for a treat.
May 1st, 2026: 9-5
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 5
  - **Date**: Fri May 01 2026 at 09:00 am – Fri May 01 2026 at 05:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/evanston/unitarian-church-of-evanston-rummage-sale/200029859821856
  - **Venue**: Unitarian Church of Evanston
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czIvYmFubmVycy8wNGFmMzE1NTZhYzlkNzNlZDdkZTAxZGUwNzY3NTczMjE1Y2QxODk0YTc3YzE0Y2FkYWE5MWNmMjI1OWUzYmI5LXJpbWctdzk0MC1oNzg4LWRjZmZmYmU3LWdtaXI_dj0xNzc1MjI1MDAy.avif
  - **Categories**: trips-adventures, camping
- **Event Name**: Buffett First Friday Lunch: Indian Painting at the End of Empire
  - **Description**: Yuthika Sharma presents "Indian Painting at the End of Empire."About this EventIndian Painting at the End of EmpireJoin the Roberta Buffett Institute for a faculty research lunchti
  - **Date**: Fri May 01 2026 at 12:30 pm – Fri May 01 2026 at 01:45 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/evanston/buffett-first-friday-lunch-indian-painting-at-the-end-of-empire/100001665451443099
  - **Venue**: 720 University Pl
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy80MTE4ZTU0MWQ1YWZlODNjZTlhNGVkN2I0MTZkMjFhOGViOGUyYWU0NTczNTQ2OTVhMDExODQyMTdlZjY3OTNlLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYwMC1kYzRkMmI4Mi1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3NTg3Nzg0Mzc.avif
  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: Art, fine-arts
- **Event Name**: Pop-Up Park Picnic: Couple Date Night (Self-Guided) - Evanston Area!
  - **Description**: Pop-Up Picnic in the Park Couple Date Nights (Self-Guided) Watch sunset with fun digital activities over picnic!About this Eventhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lxgWuziXD5w  https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/d9d19e1
  - **Date**: Fri May 01 2026 (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/evanston/pop-up-park-picnic-couple-date-night-self-guided-evanston-area-tickets/100001689855937599
  - **Venue**: Lovelace Park - Recommended Park Venue or another park choice (YOU MUST USE PDF TICKETS EMAILED FOR EVENT- NO MOBILE APP OR QR CODES ACCEPTED)
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy9jMDM4MmVkN2VjOTRlZWFiMGYwMDM1NmFiZDg1ZWMyNjU3OGY4MjkyNmY1ZjA5ZDI4YWEyYzE2MzM1Y2VlOTMxLXJpbWctdzYxMi1oNDA4LWRjNDY0OTFjLWdtaXIuanBnP3Y9MTc1NzkxMjEwNw.avif
  - **Price**: USD 10
  - **Categories**: pop-ups, trips-adventures, picnic-in-park, contests, nonprofit, health-wellness

## Trending Events in Evanston

- **Event Name**: Pop-Up Park Picnic: Couple Date Night (Self-Guided) - Evanston Area!
  - **Description**: Pop-Up Picnic in the Park Couple Date Nights (Self-Guided) Watch sunset with fun digital activities over picnic!About this Eventhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lxgWuziXD5w  https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/d9d19e1
  - **Venue**: Lovelace Park - Recommended Park Venue or another park choice (YOU MUST USE PDF TICKETS EMAILED FOR EVENT- NO MOBILE APP OR QR CODES ACCEPTED)
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/c0382ed7ec94eeab0f00356abd85ec26578f82926f5f09d28aa2c16335cee931-rimg-w612-h408-dc46491c-gmir.jpg?v=1757912107
- **Event Name**: Iowa Hawkeyes at Northwestern Wildcats Football
  - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Ryan Field
🏠 Address: 1502 Central St., Evanston, IL 60201
🌆 City: Evanston
📍 Location: 42.0641, -87.6926🌟 Journey into wonder at Iowa Hawkeyes at Northwestern Wildcats Football, where extraordinary experiences await around ever
  - **Venue**: Ryan Field
- **Event Name**: Penn State Nittany Lions at Northwestern Wildcats Football
  - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Ryan Field
🏠 Address: 1502 Central St., Evanston, IL 60201
🌆 City: Evanston
📍 Location: 42.0641, -87.6926🎉 Welcome to Penn State Nittany Lions at Northwestern Wildcats Football, where dreams come alive and possibilities are endl
  - **Venue**: Ryan Field
- **Event Name**: Northwestern Community Ensemble's 55th Spring Concert (with Jekalyn Carr)
  - **Description**: Join us for the Northwestern Community Ensemble’s 55th Spring Concert—a night of worship music and praise!About this EventNorthwestern Community Ensemble's 55th Spring ConcertIt is written: "I be
  - **Venue**: Cahn Auditorium
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/96ed7911956ce38749ad1a3d77a72b02dee22c03953e5e0ef106e50e10fbba3a-rimg-w1200-h801-dc020203-gmir.jpg?v=1773376655
- **Event Name**: Rutgers Scarlet Knights at Northwestern Wildcats Football
  - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Ryan Field
🏠 Address: 1502 Central St., Evanston, IL 60201
🌆 City: Evanston
📍 Location: 42.0641, -87.6926🎉 Welcome to Rutgers Scarlet Knights at Northwestern Wildcats Football, where dreams come alive and possibilities are endle
  - **Venue**: Ryan Field
- **Event Name**: Illinois Fighting Illini at Northwestern Wildcats Football
  - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Ryan Field
🏠 Address: 1502 Central St., Evanston, IL 60201
🌆 City: Evanston
📍 Location: 42.0641, -87.6926✨ Experience the magic of Illinois Fighting Illini at Northwestern Wildcats Football, where moments become memories that la
  - **Venue**: Ryan Field
- **Event Name**: Ball State Cardinals at Northwestern Wildcats Football
  - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Ryan Field
🏠 Address: 1502 Central St., Evanston, IL 60201
🌆 City: Evanston
📍 Location: 42.0641, -87.6926✨ Experience the magic of Ball State Cardinals at Northwestern Wildcats Football, where moments become memories that last a
  - **Venue**: Ryan Field
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/7e831ff0-1522-11f1-93e7-0b68a45cc1e3-rimg-w1024-h750-dcd1c3aa-gmir.jpg?v=1772337332
- **Event Name**: NCAA Womens Lacrosse Championship - All Sessions
  - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Northwestern Medicine Field at Martin Stadium
🏠 Address: 2240 Campus Drive, Evanston, IL 60208
🌆 City: Evanston
📍 Location: 42.0585, -87.6736🎉 Welcome to NCAA Womens Lacrosse Championship - All Sessions, where the impossible bec
  - **Venue**: Northwestern Medicine Field at Martin Stadium
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/7765e780-f519-11f0-a80f-ef4716a8bb67-rimg-w1200-h514-dc2b4a2c-gmir.jpg?v=1768815017
- **Event Name**: Colorado Buffaloes at Northwestern Wildcats Football
  - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Northwestern Medicine Field at Martin Stadium
🏠 Address: 2240 Campus Drive, Evanston, IL 60208
🌆 City: Evanston
📍 Location: 42.0585, -87.6736✨ Discover the extraordinary at Colorado Buffaloes at Northwestern Wildcats Football, w
  - **Venue**: Northwestern Medicine Field at Martin Stadium

## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top events in Evanston?
  - **A:** Northwestern Wildcats vs. Indiana Hoosiers (Fri May 01 2026 at 06:00 pm at Rocky Miller Park), Taste, Vibes & Culture: Haitian Heritage Month (Fri May 01 2026 at 12:00 pm at 2311 W Howard St, Chicago, IL, United States, Illinois 60645), Love & Information (Fri May 01 2026 at 07:30 pm at Ethel Barber Theater), LOKI - Rock Musical at Lifeline Theatre (Fri May 01 2026 at 07:30 pm at Lifeline Theatre), Steve Rashid & His Smart Outfit: Live at Studio5 (Fri May 01 2026 at 06:30 pm at 1934 Dempster St., Evanston, IL, United States, Illinois 60202).
- **Q**: What are the top free events in Evanston?
  - **A:** Buffett First Friday Lunch: Indian Painting at the End of Empire (Fri May 01 2026 at 12:30 pm at 720 University Pl), The TRASHY CRAFT MARKET at Fiber + Fabric Craft Festival (Fri, 01 May at 10:00 am at Donald E. Stephens Convention Center).
- **Q**: What events are happening in Evanston in April 2026?
  - **A:** Chicago's Hottest Networking Event For Young Professionals (Wed, 01 Apr at Joy District).
- **Q**: How can I find events in Evanston?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming events in Evanston on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for events in Evanston?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for events in Evanston?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting events in Evanston include Rocky Miller Park, 2311 W Howard St, Chicago, IL, United States, Illinois 60645, Ethel Barber Theater.
- **Q**: What is the price range for events in Evanston?
  - **A:** Prices for events in Evanston range from USD 10 to USD 21. Many events also offer free entry.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for events in Evanston?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting events in Evanston include Ticket Network Events, Kizin Creole Restaurant, Virginia Wadsworth Wirtz Center for the Performing Arts.
- **Q**: Are there any online events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new events in Evanston?
  - **A:** Follow the  category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new events are listed in Evanston.

## Explore Events in Nearby Cities

- [Events in Chicago](https://allevents.in/chicago)
- [Events in Indianapolis](https://allevents.in/indianapolis)
- [Events in Milwaukee](https://allevents.in/milwaukee)
- [Events in Grand Rapids](https://allevents.in/grand-rapids)
- [Events in Naperville](https://allevents.in/naperville)
- [Events in Madison](https://allevents.in/madison)
- [Events in Fort Wayne](https://allevents.in/fort-wayne)
- [Events in Green Bay](https://allevents.in/green-bay)