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

Fall 2025

  • Fall Family Fun + Costume Parade

    Join us for Fall Family Fun in the Hemingway District.  You can dress up for the costume parade, collect treats and resources at the Early Childhood Resource Fair in the Library, and gather treats on Oak Park Avenue + Lake St. at participating businesses.

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  • Dia De Los Muertos Celebration

    Join us on Saturday November 1st in Scoville Park for a Dia De Los Meurtos Celebration!

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  • HDOP Shop Small + Tree Lighting Celebration

    Come join the Hemingway District for holiday family fun at the Shop Small Celebration on Saturday, November 29! There will be a variety of family-friendly holiday activities to get you in the spirit and at 4:30 PM we will light the big tree in Scoville Square.

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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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