First Friday Preview- Business Gathering & Info Session (Chicago-Austin)

Chicago-Austin district business owners are invited to a Gathering & Info Session to discuss an exciting new addition to our community—First Fridays! 

The First Fridays Street Festival Series is a rotating monthly celebration designed to activate Oak Park’s business districts on the first Fridays of July, August, September, and October. The series will rotate across our Village, transforming each location into a vibrant community space for residents and visitors. The festival will feature live entertainment, local business participation through vendor tables, and various community-driven activities, fostering both neighborhood connections and local economic growth.

First Friday in the Chicago-Austin district will take place on July 4, 2025 after the parade, on Chicago Avenue from Humphrey to Lombard.

At this Preview Gathering on May 20, we will:

• Connect with fellow business owners & community leaders
• Enjoy light bites
• Review preliminary event plans
• Share ideas on how your business can participate

We’d love your input in making this festival a success for the whole community.