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Saw Room Gallery: 1712 Sherman Ave, Evanston, IL, 60201

Evanston Plein Air Festival Exhibit at Saw Room Gallery

The Saw Room Gallery,&nbsp; inside Alley Gallery, is hosting the 5th Annual Plein Air Festival Exhibit, featuring works by competing artists and festival participants through the years.&nbsp;

Opening Reception: Saturday, July 11, 5-7p. All works are for sale and a great opportunity to start your plein air art collection.&nbsp;

Exhibit dates: July 5-20
Opening Reception: Saturday, July 11, 5-7p,<a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/evanston-plein-air-festival-exhibit-at-the-saw-room-tickets-1990580484815?aff=oddtdtcreator&amp;keep_tld=true" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"> RSVP here</a>
Address: 1712 Sherman Ave. Evanston, IL 60201
Hours: Monday - Saturday 10 AM–5 PM&nbsp;

5th Annual Evanston Plein Air Festival • July 11 -19, 2026
&nbsp;Evanston Made presents the 5th Annual Evanston Plein Air Festival: July 11-19, 2026. This citywide summer arts festival invites the community to plein air art events and competitions hosted in every neighborhood, accessible and free for all! Watch competing artists paint in the Plein Air style, capturing Evanston’s beauty and start your plain air art collection!
 
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
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PAINT OUTS&nbsp;
&nbsp;July 12 – 18, Paint Outs. Paint Outs are “quick paint” competitions for competing plein air painters! Watch painters work during the painting time and join us for award ceremonies.
<ul><li>July 12 – ARRINGTON LAGOON. Awards: 4p, Café au Lake, 1647 Sheridan Rd. <a href="https://evanstonmade.org/event/paint-out-arrington-pond/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">INFO</a>&nbsp;</li><li>July 14 – GREENWOOD BEACH. Awards: 6:30p. Dawes Park Picnic Area, 1700 Sheridan Road, Picnic Table D. <a href="https://evanstonmade.org/event/paint-out-greenwood-beach/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">INFO</a></li><li>July 15 – CENTRAL STREET. Awards: 6:30p. Independence Park, Central St. INFO</li><li>July 16 – DOWNTOWN EVANSTON. Awards at 6:30p. LeTour, 625 Davis St. <a href="https://evanstonmade.org/event/plein-air-paint-out-downtown-evanston/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">INFO</a></li><li>July 17 – MAIN DEMPSTER MILE. Awards at 6:30p. Plein Air Block Party, 514 Main St. <a href="https://evanstonmade.org/event/plein-air-paint-out-main-and-chicago-avenues/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">INFO</a></li><li>July 18 – EVANSTON FARMERS MARKET. Awards at 12p. Evanston Made Tent, 1800 Maple Ave. <a href="https://evanstonmade.org/event/paint-out-farmers-market/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">INFO</a></li></ul>
BLOCK PARTY
&nbsp;Friday, July 17 – Plein Air Festival Block Party. Hosted by the Main Dempster Mile, this block party features paintings from the day’s Paint Out competition, your chance to shop a plein air art market, live music and delicious drinks and bites for purchase! FREE to attend, no rain date! 514 Main St. 5:30-7:30p. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/1282281977382925/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[%7B%22surface%22%3A%22home%22%7D%2C%7B%22mechanism%22%3A%22attachment%22%2C%22surface%22%3A%22newsfeed%22%7D]%2C%22ref_notif_type%22%3Anull%7D" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Click here</a> for INFO.
FESTIVAL FINALE
&nbsp;Sunday, July 19, Plein Air Festival Grand Finale Join us for an afternoon of art, awards, a plein air cafe and an Outdoor Art Market to purchase plein air paintings.
The space for this year’s Festival Finale has been donated by Rotary International, in Downtown Evanston and features en Plein Air Cafe. Chef Anthony from Rotary’s Cafe International creates a festival menu of small bites and wine for festival goers to purchase and enjoy en Plein Air, in the sunken garden in front of Rotary Headquarters, 1560 Sherman Ave. Hosted by Evanston Made and Rotary International, this event is FREE to attend. <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/evanston-plein-air-festival-finale-tickets-1990252664295?aff=oddtdtcreator&amp;keep_tld=true" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">RSVP here</a>.
&nbsp;Vote Festival! Enter Rotary International’s lobby to view submitted art and vote Festival Favorite, 12-3p

Local Event:  Evanston Plein Air Festival Exhibit at Saw Room Gallery

 Evanston Plein Air Festival Exhibit at Saw...

Evanston Plein Air Festival Exhibit at Saw Room Gallery

The Saw Room Gallery,  inside Alley Gallery, is hosting the 5th Annual...

 Evanston Plein Air Festival Exhibit at Saw Room Gallery

USA Laundromat

Join us for a patriotic celebration featuring a ribbon cutting ceremony, free pizza, and drinks from Sarpino's Pizzeria. Early birds will enjoy incredible perks including free $5 laundry cards for the first 250 customers, free laundry bags for the first 100 people, and a variety of exciting giveaways like pens, keychains, and magnets.

Local Event: USA Laundromat Grand Opening

USA Laundromat Grand Opening

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Usa Laundromat

Celebrate the grand opening of USA Laundromat with a weekend full of celebrations starting with a ribbon cutting ceremony. The first 250 customers will receive a free $5 laundry card, and the first 100 will get a free laundry bag, alongside pizza, drinks from Sarpino's, and giveaways like pens and magnets.

Local Event: Usa Laundromat Grand Opening

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Morgan MFG

Join us on&nbsp;Sun, Jul 19th (11am-5pm) to shop small, local &amp; sustainable with 100+ talented artisans at our flagship Chicago Artisan Market in Fulton Market&nbsp;at historic Morgan MFG&nbsp;(401 N. Morgan St., Chicago). Get tix in advance &amp; save: <a href="https://chicagoartisanmarket.com/tickets" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">ChicagoArtisanMarket.com/tickets</a>
 (Tip: Bring friends &amp; family with our 4 for $20 ticket option - in advance online.)
Locally owned &amp; operated, this curated INDOOR Sunday market celebrates the ingenuity of independently owned, small businesses who channel their passions into creating one-of-a-kind designs, home goods, art and food.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Get tickets at <a href="https://chicagoartisanmarket.com/tickets" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://ChicagoArtisanMarket.com/tickets-fulton-market</a>
EVENT DETAILS:
* Date: Sunday, July 19, 2026
* Hours: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
* Venue: Morgan MFG – 401 N. Morgan St., Chicago, IL 60642
* Cost: $8 General Admission ($10 at door) | 4 for $20 for groups (online in advance) | Deluxe CAM Tote + Gen Adm $10
Kids &lt;12 are free | Dog-friendly (leashed, well-behaved only)
TICKETS: <a href="https://chicagoartisanmarket.com/tickets-fulton-market" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://chicagoartisanmarket.com/tickets</a>
MARKET HIGHLIGHTS:
* 100+ Chicago/Midwest artisans per market in food, fashion, home goods, &amp; art.
* We offer Bistro Seating, Plated Food &amp; a Fully Stocked Bar selling cocktails, wine &amp; beer -- so you can relax &amp; re-connect with friends, family &amp; co-workers.
* Food:&nbsp; Shop gourmet food items including pastries and confections, chocolate &amp; candy, sauces &amp; spices, healthy snacks, cocktail mixers, beverages, &amp; more.
* Fashion: Meet &amp; shop top clothing, jewelry, handbag, accessories designers
* Home Goods: Discover items showcasing smart design in home decor, bath &amp; body, natural skincare &amp; more.
* Decorative Art: Meet independent artists producing functional, decorative &amp; wearable art.
“Keep your friends close, and your supply chain closer." – Chicago Artisan Market
Gather &amp; re-connect with friends &amp; family , while shopping small, local, safe &amp; sustainable. <a href="https://chicagoartisanmarket.com/tickets" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Get tickets now</a>.
Can't make it to Fulton Market in July? The Chicago Artisan Market will also be back at Morgan MFG for Fall &amp;&nbsp;Holiday '26 Markets (Sun, Oct 18 |&nbsp;&nbsp;Sun, Nov 15&nbsp; | Sun, Dec 13th), and in Ravenswood over Thanksgiving weekend for "Small Shop Saturday" &amp;&nbsp;Sun, Nov 28-29. We're also in <a href="https://napervilleartisanmarket.com/rsvp" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Naperville</a> &amp;&nbsp;<a href="https://oakbrookartisanmarket.com/rsvp" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Oak Brook</a> OUTDOORS on Sep 19-20 &amp; Oct 3-4.&nbsp;<a href="https://chicagoartisanmarket.com/calendar" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">View our 2026 Market Calendar.</a>
About Us: We are a Chicago company based in Oak Brook, IL that has been showcasing independent artisans &amp; small businesses for 20+ years. We operate two City markets in the vibrant <a href="https://chicagoartisanmarket.com/tickets-fulton-market" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Fulton Market</a> and <a href="https://chicagoartisanmarket.com/tickets-ravenswood" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Ravenswood</a> neighborhoods. We also operate the <a href="https://oakbrookartisanmarket.com/rsvp" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Oak Brook Artisan Market</a>&nbsp;at Oakbrook Center in Oak Brook, IL, the <a href="https://napervilleartisanmarket.com/RSVP" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Naperville Artisan Market</a> at CityGate Centre in Naperville, IL, and the <a href="https://northshoreartisanmarket.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">North Shore Artisan Market</a> in downtown Winnetka, IL and downtown Northbrook, IL.
Are you a talented Midwest artisan looking to vend in the greater Chicago area? Learn more at <a href="https://chicagoartisanmarket.com/vendors" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://ChicagoArtisanMarket.c...</a> or apply now at <a href="https://chicagoartisanmarket.com/apply" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://ChicagoArtisanMarket.c...</a>. (Vendors - we don't charge junk fees just to fill out application online.)

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Rotary Headquarters, 1560 Sherman Ave.

5th Annual Evanston Plein Air Festival • July 11 -19, 2026
&nbsp;Evanston Made presents the 5th Annual Evanston Plein Air Festival: July 11-19, 2026. This citywide summer arts festival invites the community to plein air art events and competitions hosted in every neighborhood, accessible and free for all! Watch competing artists paint in the Plein Air style, capturing Evanston’s beauty and start your plain air art collection!Sunday, July 19, Plein Air Festival Grand Finale Join us for an afternoon of art, awards, a plein air cafe and an Outdoor Art Market to purchase plein air paintings.
The space for this year’s Festival Finale has been donated by Rotary International, in Downtown Evanston and features en Plein Air Cafe. Chef Anthony from Rotary’s Cafe International creates a festival menu of small bites and wine for festival goers to purchase and enjoy en Plein Air, in the sunken garden in front of Rotary Headquarters, 1560 Sherman Ave. Hosted by Evanston Made and Rotary International, this event is FREE to attend. <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/evanston-plein-air-festival-finale-tickets-1990252664295?aff=oddtdtcreator&amp;keep_tld=true" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">RSVP here</a>.
&nbsp;Vote Festival! Enter Rotary International’s lobby to view submitted art and vote Festival Favorite, 12-3p
FESTIVAL AWARD CEREMONY: 3:30pSCHEDULE OF EVENTS • July 11 -19
FESTIVAL EXHIBIT OPENING
July 5-20, Plein Air Festival Exhibit at Saw Room Gallery. The exhibit includes examples of plein air painters, from competitors and judges, who helped this festival become an annual event in Evanston.
OPENING RECEPTION: July 11th, 5-7p, <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/evanston-plein-air-festival-exhibit-at-the-saw-room-tickets-1990580484815?aff=oddtdtcreator&amp;keep_tld=true" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">RSVP here</a>.
WHERE: 1712 Sherman Ave. Evanston, IL 60201. Gallery hours: Monday – Saturday 10 AM–5 PM.
WORKSHOP
July 13: Plein Air Fundamentals: The Art of Outdoor Painting with Festival Judge Mark Cleveland. Arrington LAGOON, 1647 Sheridan Rd, 9a-1p. <a href="https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/9AgS0J36_sFz3WbAH4DLiQ?t=1782165026" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">INFO</a>
PAINT OUTS&nbsp;
&nbsp;July 12 – 18, Paint Outs. Paint Outs are “quick paint” competitions for competing plein air painters! Watch painters work during the painting time and join us for award ceremonies.
<ul><li>July 12 – ARRINGTON LAGOON. Awards: 4p, Café au Lake, 1647 Sheridan Rd. <a href="https://evanstonmade.org/event/paint-out-arrington-pond/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">INFO</a>&nbsp;</li><li>July 14 – GREENWOOD BEACH. Awards: 6:30p. Dawes Park Picnic Area, 1700 Sheridan Road, Picnic Table D. <a href="https://evanstonmade.org/event/paint-out-greenwood-beach/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">INFO</a></li><li>July 15 – CENTRAL STREET. Awards: 6:30p. Independence Park, Central St. INFO</li><li>July 16 – DOWNTOWN EVANSTON. Awards at 6:30p. LeTour, 625 Davis St. <a href="https://evanstonmade.org/event/plein-air-paint-out-downtown-evanston/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">INFO</a></li><li>July 17 – MAIN DEMPSTER MILE. Awards at 6:30p. Plein Air Block Party, 514 Main St. <a href="https://evanstonmade.org/event/plein-air-paint-out-main-and-chicago-avenues/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">INFO</a></li><li>July 18 – EVANSTON FARMERS MARKET. Awards at 12p. Evanston Made Tent, 1800 Maple Ave. <a href="https://evanstonmade.org/event/paint-out-farmers-market/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">INFO</a></li></ul>
BLOCK PARTY
&nbsp;Friday, July 17 – Plein Air Festival Block Party. Hosted by the Main Dempster Mile, this block party features paintings from the day’s Paint Out competition, your chance to shop a plein air art market, live music and delicious drinks and bites for purchase! FREE to attend, no rain date! 514 Main St. 5:30-7:30p. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/1282281977382925/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[%7B%22surface%22%3A%22home%22%7D%2C%7B%22mechanism%22%3A%22attachment%22%2C%22surface%22%3A%22newsfeed%22%7D]%2C%22ref_notif_type%22%3Anull%7D" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Click here</a> for INFO.

Local Event: Evanston Plein Air Festival Grand Finale

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5th Annual Evanston Plein Air Festival • July 11 -19, 2026
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