Introducing First Fridays: A New Tradition Starts Here

Members of the Village Center business community are bringing something new (and fun) to historic downtown Grayslake!

Join them for First Fridays, a monthly community event where your favorite local businesses stay open late (6 - 9 pm) and offer something special for you to enjoy. Whether you’re looking for a casual night out, a girls’ night, a date night, or just an excuse to explore downtown…this is for you!

What to expect:
Find something different at each participating business including:

  • Drink specials + happy hour menus

  • Shopping promotions + exclusive discounts

  • Raffles and giveaways

  • Complimentary snacks or treats

  • Interactive experiences + pop-ups

Sip, shop, dine, and explore all in one night while supporting local businesses that make our community so special!

Participating Businesses

  • Abel’s Cantina (125 Center Street)

  • Andy’s Records (16 N. Whitney Street)

  • Beer Bazaar (107 Center Street)

  • Black Lung Brewing (2 S. Lake Street)

  • Blush Boutique & Spa (229 Center Street)

  • Bombshell Beauty & Lash Bar (136 Center Street)

  • Closet Traders (31 S. Seymour Avenue)

  • Emil’s Tavern on Center (161 Center Street)

  • First Draft (250 Center Street)

  • Romney Brown Candle Company (170 Center Street)

  • Rudolph’s Furniture (11 S. Barron Boulevard)

  • Sienna Lifestyle (123 Center Street)

  • This Old Book (138 Center Street)

  • Victoria’s Floral (141 Center Street)

  • Yhana Boba Cafe (10 N. Lake Street)

No tickets needed! Just come as you are and enjoy the night!

We recommend stopping into multiple locations to experience everything the historic downtown Grayslake Village Center has to offer.

Each month may look a little different, so there’s always something new to check out.

Grab your friends, plan your stops, and let’s make Friday nights in Grayslake something to look forward to.