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 and Community Events

  • Shop Small + Tree Lighting Celebration

    Follow the Reindeer Trail from 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM for Deals, Activities, and Giveaways! The Tree Lighting is at 4:30 next to Il Vicolo Trattoria

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  • Tokens of Love

    Take a LOVE-ly walk through the Hemingway District for Deals, Activities, and Tokens of Love from local businesses!

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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.

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