Events & Festivals

There’s always something happening in Highland Park! Find weekly Food Truck Thursdays, Farmers Market Wednesdays, and holiday fun in the Ravinia District. Experience food and music festivals at The Lot. Explore Downtown Highland Park’s award-winning Port Clinton Art Fest, the Highland Park Chamber of Commerce Summer Sidewalk Sale, and Friday summer evening concerts at Port Clinton Square.

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Shopping

Shopping in Highland Park offers a great mix of stores for a day browsing one-of-a-kind shops for apparel, accessories, gifts, home decor and more, alongside luxury car dealerships and nationally recognized general merchandise retailers.

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Dining

Innovative, experimental, and comforting - Highland Park restaurants have it all.

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Arts & Culture

Highland Park is home to a diverse, easily accessible public art collection, including works by Richard Hunt and Peter Voulkos. Working artists flourish in Highland Park with fine art festivals and galleries.

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Music

Visitors to Ravinia Festival, North America’s oldest outdoor music festival, enjoy an unparalleled season of classical and contemporary music in a spectacular setting. Restaurants in downtown Highland Park and the Ravinia District are easily accessible for Ravinia guests and also offer picnic-friendly specialties.

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Highland Park is the heart of the North Shore. Easily accessible from Chicago and surrounding suburbs, Highland Park’s vibrant business districts, tree-lined streets, and lakefront trails feel like a world apart. From the pedestrian-friendly Central Business District, where you’ll discover unique shops and restaurants, to the charming Ravinia District, home to Ravinia Festival and numerous special events throughout the summer, there’s something for everyone to enjoy in Highland Park.

Highland Park is a warm, friendly community, proud of its historic architecture, tranquil natural beauty, numerous cultural and entertainment venues, and welcoming, progressive spirit. With exceptional dining experiences and convenient shopping nestled in a stunning natural environment, Highland Park is the perfect place to visit and return to again and again.