INTRODUCING: FIRST FRIDAYS

Our NEW Monthly Street Festival Series

On the first Friday of each month, we bring the party to a different Oak Park business district. Hosted by the Oak Park-River Forest Chamber of Commerce—with generous support from the Village of Oak Park—First Fridays is your invitation to explore the best of local.

Each event transforms a neighborhood into a lively celebration of community, creativity, and culture. Expect open streets, buzzing vendor markets, live music, cold drinks, family fun, and fresh finds from the businesses you know and love (and a few you haven’t discovered yet).

Whether you’re dancing in Southtown, shopping in Chicago-Austin, sipping in Pleasant, or snacking on Madison, you’ll feel the energy of a community that shows up for each other.​

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Let's #ThriveTogether

Explore the new set goals and initiatives that will shape the future for Oak Park-River Forest Chamber of Commerce for the next ten years! Our new strategic plan outlines our commitment to be inclusive, adaptable, and grow to be an important asset our community needs. We encourage everyone to take a look at our comprehensive Strategic Plan and to join us in building a stronger, more vibrant community today! 

CLICK HERE to view our Strategic Plan