Welcome to Oak Park’s Historic Hemingway District

The Hemingway District in Oak Park offers a vibrant blend of arts, culture, dining, and shopping, making it a destination worth exploring for both locals and visitors alike. Steeped in history and brimming with unique boutiques, diverse restaurants, and professional services, this lively neighborhood allows you to get a little bit of everything right here in Downtown Oak Park.

Family & Community Events

Summer 2025

  • Victorian-style house with a wraparound porch surrounded by trees, featuring a sign that reads 'Ernest Hemingway Birthplace Since 1899'.

    Hemingway's Birthday Weekend Féte

    ALL WEEKEND LONG

    Friday July 18 - Sunday July 20

    Join the Hemingway District for a weekend of live music, readings, games, sidewalk sales, and history!

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  • Tri-District Sidewalk Sale!

    Tri-District Sidewalk Sale!

    Sat July 19 & Sun July 20

    11am-5pm

    This collaborative event between the Downtown Oak Park Business Alliance and Hemingway District businesses offers a wide variety of items, from apparel and accessories to home goods and art. Shoppers can enjoy browsing through unique finds while soaking in the charming atmosphere of Oak Park. 

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  • Oak Park Free Concerts Scoville Park

    Summer Concert Series in Scoville Park

    FREE TO THE PUBLIC

    Sundays All Summer Long

    6p-7:30p

    Jun 15 • Jun 22 • Jun 29 • Jul 6 • Jul 13 • Jul 20 • Jul 27 • Aug 3 • Aug 10 • Aug 17 • Aug 24

    Join us for free, family-friendly entertainment in Scoville Park all summer long on the lawn! Sunday concerts run from 6:00p-7:30p. See event info for full concert info.

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Allison, Oak Park Resident

“Everything you could ever need is right here. My favorite Saturday morning includes a stop at Spilt Milk for coffee & scones, a visit to the Oak Park Public Library, and a stroll through Scoville Park with the kids.”

A woman wearing sunglasses and a blue swimsuit is smiling while holding a child in a striped shirt at a sunny outdoor location with greenery and lounge chairs.

Visit the Hemingway District

  • Slice of chocolate cake with powdered sugar on floral plate next to cake serving utensils.

    Coffee Shops & Bakeries

  • Night view of a well-lit building with tall trees having green and orange leaves in front, and cars parked on the street.

    Arts & Cultural Attractions

  • Fitness & Wellness

    Fitness & Wellness

  • Assorted Mexican dishes on a wooden table, including tacos, fish with salsa, a salad with beets, and various sauces, along with drinks.

    Restaurants & Casual Dining

  • Retail display with books, crystals, candles, plants, and decorative items.

    Boutique Shopping & Gifts

  • Health & Beauty

    Health & Beauty

  • A person arranging decorative pillows on a blue armchair in a stylish living room. The wall features framed artwork and photographs, including animal sketches and a lamp with a golden stand next to the chair. A bench with stacked pillows and a carpeted floor are also visible.

    Professional Services

  • Crowd gathered in a park, seated on grass with lawn chairs and blankets, surrounded by trees. Sky is clear with scattered clouds. A sign indicates alcohol is prohibited in the park.

    Family & Community Spaces

  • Non-Profit

    Non-Profit & Village Services

Full Business Directory Coming Soon!
Aerial view of Oak Park's Renew the Avenue Project, slated to start construction in 2026.

District News

Renew the Avenue has been postponed until Spring 2026. Learn how you can support local businesses before and during construction.

Learn about the project below.