Summer Events
Going out? Why go far? Ridgeville residents can enjoy live, free entertainment right in the neighborhood. Part of Ridgeville's mission is to enrich the Evanston community. That's why we organize outdoor concerts, shows and recreation events for families to enjoy.
Theater on the Ridge
“All the world’s a stage…” Why not Ridgeville Park? We celebrated the bard's greatest comedies and tragedies for ten years at Ridgeville Park, and now we’re thrilled to add some new theater styles to the Ridge. These performances are FREE. Pack a picnic and head on over to the park to enjoy these family-friendly productions.
Location: Ridgeville Park, 908 Seward St
Dates: June 2023 Days/Times: Saturdays & Sundays at 4pm
Interested in VIP seating for a Laughing Stock Theatre production? Sit in the front row and be treated the Very Important Playgoer (VIP) that your are for sponsoring outdoor theatre! Register Here.
Concerts on the Ridge
Concerts on the Ridge features a variety of music and styles, suitable for the whole family. Wednesday evenings at Ridgeville Park—Join us for hot eats and cool beats. Check our Facebook page for concert guests and updates.
Location: Ridgeville Park, 908 Seward St
Dates: July & August 2023 Days/Times: Wednesdays at 6pm
Interested in having an info booth for your business or organization at Concerts on the Ridge? Learn more about sponsorship.
Starlight Concert & Movie Series
Ridgeville Park District is happy to host The City of Evanton’s Starlight Concert & Movie series in the summer. Concerts and movies begin at 7 p.m., unless noted otherwise in the schedule below. In the event of rain, concerts will be canceled. The decision to cancel will be made by 4:30 p.m. on the show date. Please check the City’s Facebook page or contact 311 by calling/texting 847-448-4311 (until 6 p.m.). Bring your own lawn chairs, blankets and snacks. Food trucks will be available at select concerts, noted below.
2023 Line-Up at Ridgeville Park District
July 6: Kamen Park (concert)
July 18: Elks Park (Food Truck Festival & concert)
September 16: Kamen Park (movie)
September 23: Elks Park (movie)
View the complete list of Starlight Concerts & Movies here.
Ridgeville Band Summer Concert
As part of the Ridgeville Band of Evanston’s annual concert season, they play a summer concert at Ridgeville Park. Everyone‘s invited to the performance followed by a picnic. Please bring your own chair.
Location: Ridgeville Park, 908 Seward St
Date: July 16, 2023 Day/Time: Sunday at 4pm
The Ridgeville Band invites you to play with us. Calling all woodwind, brass and percussion players. The members of the Ridgeville Band are a group of about 35 music lovers with a wide range of life experience, from high school students to retirees. The band includes teachers, lawyers, graphic designers, doctors, salespeople, social workers, computer programmers and students. Some members have played only in high-school or college; others have played with professional music groups. The one thing in common: a shared passion for playing band music in an easy-going, fun and supportive environment.
If you would like to join our band, rehearsals are held at the David Wood Field House in Kamen East Park, at the intersection of South Blvd and Barton Ave (just west of Ridge Ave) in south Evanston, on Tue from 7:30 to 9:30p Visit www.RidgevilleBand.weebly.com to learn more.