"Main Street Highland Park" - Community Development Organization — Attraction in Highland Park

If Pino’s is the bar that brings everyone together, Main Street HP is the town square from a quirky tv series where everyone runs into each other. The only thing it’s missing is a gazebo. I’m going to miss the old location when it moves to S 3rd St, but maybe it’ll surpass my expectations.

It’s a dog friendly location that houses the farmers market, food truck, a book store, and a taco Time Machine. There’s always something going on there. Sometimes I know about it in advance and other times I only discover it when I’m walking my dog. The events range from ROT Fests (the book store hosting poetry, short stories, and carnival acts), Halloween celebrations with costume contests, summer movie nights, tree lightings, menorah lightings, and Asian-American festivals. It’s truly a...

Went here for the Night Owl Market they have select Saturdays & Sundays in October, November, and December. Very cool selection of vendors and food trucks. Prices are reasonable, and a good selection of unique items to get as Christmas/holiday gifts such as handmade art and jewelry, books, comics, baked goods, and even some games and toys. Chill vibe with live music. I especially liked the book truck. Outdoor market, so very dog friendly! 😎 Update 2025: Owl Christmas / Holiday Market still cool. Loved...

The Highland Park Farmers Market is a mainstay for us in summer. A great selection of vendors, nice and walkable. Add in the food trucks incase you want a more complex snack and you've got a winner. The produce has been good and everything else we've picked up along the way, also delicious. If you're looking for a Farmers market- put this one...