Upcoming Events
Portage Park Vintage Trolley
Hop a vintage trolley through Portage Park & Avondale, shop local favorites, enjoy treats, and kickstart your holiday shopping!
Hop on board our charming Vintage Trolley for a unique shopping experience through Portage Park and Avondale! Starting at the Portage Park Chamber of Commerce Office, this fun-filled excursion will take you to a curated selection of local favorite shops, including:
Ma-Pa – cozy finds and unique treasures
Ecclecion – eclectic goods for every style
Wildflower Thrift and Gifts – one-of-a-kind vintage gems
Little Sweetpea’s Vintage Store – nostalgic charm and hidden delights
From there, we’ll head to Avondale, visiting a few more local favorites before looping back to the Chamber office. (You’re welcome to wrap up your day at any stop along the way!)
Enjoy light snacks and refreshments, featuring delicious handpies from Junebug Café, a Portage Park favorite.
This is the perfect outing to kickstart your holiday shopping, discover unique, sustainable gifts, and support small businesses in a fun, relaxed setting.
Spots are limited, so grab your ticket and join us for a day of shopping, treats, and community fun!
Pumpkin Spice & Date Nights
Grab your significant other or bestie and get registered for “Pumpkin Spice & Date Nights” at Schoolhouse Kitchen (@schoolhouseportagepark) on Saturday, November 22nd, from 6:30pm - 9:00pm! This cooking class will teach you how to make or perfect several Thanksgiving favorites. The couple with the best culinary presentation will even win a prize!
Trunk or Treat in Portage Park
Get ready for a frightfully fun evening at Trunk or Treat in Portage Park on Friday, October 11th from 4–8 PM! The park will come alive with spooky decorated trunks, live music, a bounce house, crafts, food vendors, and hot cider.
Highlights of the night include:
👻 Kids’ Costume Contest
🐾 Pet Costume Contest
🎃 Halloween Parade
Want to get involved?
Host a trunk and hand out candy: REGISTER HERE
Participate as a local business/vendor: REGISTER HERE
Enter your furry friend in the Pet Costume Contest: REGISTER HERE
Come in costume, bring your family (and your pets!), and enjoy a safe and spooky evening of community fun. 🍂✨
La Dolce Vita Cucina Back Patio Opening- Five Course Meal and Wine Tasting
Purchase Tickets HERE
Celebrate the grand opening of La Dolce Vita Cucina’s new back patio in Portage Park. Enjoy an evening of community and connection with a curated wine tasting paired with a five course dinner. Guests will be welcomed with prosecco upon arrival. Raise a glass, enjoy the evening, and discover the new patio with friends and neighbors.
Pinball Tournament at Chicago Billiard Cafe
Our next Stern Army Pinball Tournament will be happening on Thursday 8/21. Good times, fun and prizes. All skill levels are welcome! Sign up 7pm, Start 7:30pm IFPA Points $5 Prizes provided by Stern Pinball! Chicago Billiard Cafe 5935 W Irving Park Rd Chicago,Il 60634 #sternarmy @sternpinball #sternarmy
Splash into Wellness at Portage Park
Instructor led group exercise activity for the general population adaptable for individual pace and intensity. Participants move at a slow pace in this low to moderate intensity activity, while doing less intense exercises in chest deep water.
Splash into Wellness at Portage Park
Instructor led group exercise activity for the general population adaptable for individual pace and intensity. Participants move at a slow pace in this low to moderate intensity activity, while doing less intense exercises in chest deep water.
Portage Park West Walking Tour
Chicago for Chicagoans is thrilled to announce a 2.5 hour excursion through West Portage Park! Led by local resident, Giovina Romandine! This walk will help you explore the rich history and architecture of this incredible northside neighborhood.
Doom Yoga: Restorative + Yoga Nidra at Wildlight Yoga Studio
Find ease through a slow, restorative sequence lit by candlelight and backed by heavy, vibrational music.
Nightshade Comedy Night at Moonflower
Bring your best pals to laugh the night away at Nightshade - it's going to be a hilarious evening you won't want to miss!
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