Downtown Skokie Merchants Collaborative

07/27/2026

🎬✨ Movie nights are better under the stars!

Join us in Downtown Skokie for a FREE showing of National Treasure (PG) on Thursday, July 30.

Bring your lawn chair or favorite blanket, grab dinner or dessert from one of our local restaurants, and enjoy a fun summer evening with family, friends, and neighbors.
📍 Brown Street between Floral Ave. & Lincoln Ave.
🕢 Doors Open: 7:15 PM
🎥 Showing: National Treasure (PG)
🎟️ FREE Admission

Come early, explore Downtown Skokie, and settle in for a memorable night under the stars. We can’t wait to see you there! 🍿⭐

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07/20/2026

🎟️ Spoil your pup & support a great cause! 🐾

This tail-wagging raffle basket is just one of the amazing prizes you’ll have a chance to win at the 2nd Annual Pups & Purrs Pet Picnic! Filled with toys, treats, grooming essentials, and goodies your four-legged best friend will love, it’s the perfect prize for any pet parent.

🐶 Raffle tickets will be available at the event (cash only), with proceeds benefiting Community Animal Rescue Effort (C.A.R.E.), helping local animals find safe, loving homes. You must be present to claim your prize!

Join us for an evening of picnic dining, pet-friendly activities, local vendors, giveaways, and plenty of fun for the whole family.

Who knows... your pup might be going home with this basket! 🦴💛

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07/20/2026

⏰ Almost Time!
Only 3 days until the 2nd Annual Pups & Purrs Pet Picnic!

Have you reserved your Picnic Pack yet?

✔️ Picnic Packs
✔️ Pet Passes
✔️ VIP Picnic Tables
✔️ Outdoor cocktail bar
✔️ Ice cream & desserts
✔️ Pup Cup
✔️ Puppy soccer
✔️ Community raffle
✔️ Live entertainment

We can't wait to see you and your pup!

07/16/2026

Due to today’s poor air quality, Family Movie Night Under the Stars has been postponed. The health and safety of our community is our top priority, and we want everyone to enjoy the evening comfortably.

We are currently working with the Skokie Park District to select a new date and will share the rescheduled event details as soon as they’re confirmed.

Thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to seeing you soon for a fun night under the stars! 🍿🎬

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07/16/2026

🎬 FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT UNDER THE STARS

Join us for a special outdoor showing of National Treasure in celebration of the United States’ 250th anniversary!

There is no admission charge to attend.

Bring your lawn chairs or a picnic blanket and enjoy a fun summer evening with family, friends, and neighbors.

Fresh popcorn will be available for purchase.

Make it dinner and a movie by supporting the local businesses surrounding the event. Village Inn Pizzeria and Kneads & Wants Bakery will be open late and are located right next to the movie area.

Come early, grab dinner or dessert, find a comfortable spot, and enjoy an evening of adventure under the stars.

07/14/2026

❤️ Every Ticket Helps

Every Pet Pass and every Picnic Pack helps support Community Animal Rescue Effort (C.A.R.E.), giving homeless animals a second chance at finding loving homes.

Come spend a summer evening with friends, family, and your pup while supporting an amazing cause.

🐾 Great food.
🍸 Great drinks.
🎵 Great entertainment.
❤️ A great cause.

Purchase tickets on our website.

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Downtown Skokie Pups & Purrs Pet Picnic Thursday, July 23, 2026 • 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM A family-friendly summer festival benefiting Community Animal Rescue Effort (C.A.R.E.) Get Admission & Merch Buy Picnic Packs Get ready for a tail-wagging summer evening in Downtown Skokie! The 2nd Annual Pups & ...

07/14/2026

🐶 Fun for Pets. Fun for People.

Whether your dog loves making new friends or simply relaxing beside your picnic blanket, there’s something for everyone at the Pups & Purrs Pet Picnic!

• The Pup Cup puppy soccer field
• Pup Paint Studio
• Pet selfie station
• Wild face painting
• Free giveaways
• Community raffle
• Local vendors
• Outdoor cocktails
• Ice cream & desserts

Come make memories with your favorite four-legged friend!

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Downtown Skokie Pups & Purrs Pet Picnic Thursday, July 23, 2026 • 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM A family-friendly summer festival benefiting Community Animal Rescue Effort (C.A.R.E.) Get Admission & Merch Buy Picnic Packs Get ready for a tail-wagging summer evening in Downtown Skokie! The 2nd Annual Pups & ...

07/10/2026

https://www.downtownskokie.community/skokiescene/the-sundae-society-at-kneads-wants

Discover a new customer-created sundae every Thursday at Kneads & Wants in Downtown Skokie. Submit your own sundae idea, earn passport stamps, and unlock exclusive rewards.

07/10/2026

https://www.downtownskokie.community/skokiescene/family-movie-night-under-the-stars

Celebrate America's 250th anniversary with a free outdoor showing of National Treasure in Downtown Skokie. Bring a chair, enjoy dinner from local restaurants, and watch a movie under the stars.

07/10/2026

https://www.downtownskokie.community/skokiescene/downtown-skokie-pups-and-purrs-picnic

Enjoy a pet-friendly picnic in Downtown Skokie with food, live entertainment, shopping, photo ops, and activities benefiting C.A.R.E. on July 23.