- Our list of the best things to do in Evanston, Illinois, features the top 644 nearby activities — including 259 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Evanston, IL has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Amusement, Entertainment & Shows, and Sports & Fitness.
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The original McDonalds hosts a special adjoining McDonald's museum which talks about the company's history and their various experiments. Food and beverage have the trademark M and it feels very special to have it here.
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The Montrose Room is an entertainment venue that hosts live music shows and comedians and serves martinis, cocktails, and beer on tap. The venue can be rented out for private meetings or corporate events.
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5400 N. River Road, Rosemont, IL 60018
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The Rosemont Theatre hosts various stage productions including Broadway musicals, concerts, and stand-up comedians. Guests appreciate the ample parking and high-quality sound system along with its proximity to many restaurants and other attractions.
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Having recently reopened its doors as a rental venue, The Des Plaines Theatre presents local entertainment to the community. The theatre allows local talent groups and performance troupes to perform original and traditional plays, musicals and concert events.
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River Rand Bowl is a bowling alley and restaurant with an old school theme. Birthday parties and group hosting is available, as well as league play and various special events.
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The place is all about speed. There is a racing track and races take places for more than 30 minutes at a time. It's a blast to be here on a holiday. There is also an ice-cream parlor.
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Equipped with a large playground and swing set, Arndt Park is a wonderful way to spend some energy. The park also contains picnic tables, ball courts, ball fields, horseshoe, grills, and a playhouse available for rent.
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Oak Street Beach offers guests the opportunity to hike and swim in the waters of Lake Michigan. The location, which is often a site for beach volleyball games, also provides places for guests to purchase beer and cocktails.
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Primarily known as the home of the DePaul University basketball team, the Allstate Arena was inaugurated in 1980 and since then it has hosted sports games such as basketball, football, and hokey, as well as other public events, such as concerts.
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Wolff's Flea Market is good for somebody who is looking to spend their free time by doing some interesting shopping. Vendors here sell toys and beautiful knick knacks. Parking space is big and feasible.