In our guide, you’ll find a variety of Evanston after-school activities and programs for keeping kids engaged after class or during school breaks.
Family Dance Studio
Family Dance Studio is a family place where you can learn to dance, have fun, exercise, meet new people and start a healthier way of life. We are offering ballroom dance lessons, social latin, privates, groups, workout classes, social dance parties…Everyone is welcome to join us! Kids, adults, beginners, experienced dancers, competitors…no partner needed! We are already a family; join us and be part of it! We are looking forward to dancing with you soon!
Phone: 847-957-3311 | Email: welcome@familydancestudio.com | Address: 3547 Dempster St., Skokie, IL 60076
The Actors Gymnasium
For over 25 years, Actors Gym’s classes have helped thousands of kids discover they are capable of more than they’ve ever imagined. With classes ranging from Circus Art to Tumbling, we’ve got something for everyone. All ages, all levels, no experience required.
Phone: 847-328-2795 | Email: email@actorsgymnasium.org | Address: 927 Noyes Street Suite 110, Evanston, Illinois 60201
Chicago Ballet Arts
Chicago Ballet Arts offers high quality dance classes for ages 2 through adults, including its inclusive Pre-Professional Ballet Program, which features live musical accompaniment. 2021 marks the 35th anniversary of this nonprofit organization, which proudly continues its rich history of excellence, achievement and. celebration of community. In 2020, Chicago Ballet Arts found its new home in Evanston, which provides families with free parking and easy access to public transportation. Discover the CBA difference. Enroll today!
Phone: 847-859-6066 | Email: info@chicagoballetarts.org | Address: Chicago Ballet Arts 915 Foster St. Evanston, IL 60201
School of Rock Evanston
The Rock never stops at the School of Rock Evanston and Highwood! Do you want to learn how to play in a band or learn to write songs? School of Rock offers a wide variety of music camps and band programs covering these topics year round – including an awesome Fall lineup! Our performance-based educational approach makes learning to play music fun, and creates great communities of musicians of all ages. Ask about our Free Trial Lesson options by emailing us at evanston@schoolofrock.com!
Phone: 847-864-7625 | Email: evanston@schoolofrock.com | Address: 1311 Sherman Place, Evanston, IL 60201
Incite Dance Center
At Incite Dance Center, we believe there is no one-size-fits-all when it comes to dance. Every person who walks through our doors regardless of age, experience, or body type will be respected, nurtured and challenged. Pick from over 70 weekly dance classes — All ages welcome, 18 months to Adults! You can find Jazz, Ballet, Hip Hop, Contemporary, and Tap as well as innovative programs in Choreography, Wellness and Dance on Film to respond to our changing world. Come dance with us!
Phone: 872-267-1261 | Email: info@incitedancecenter.com | Address: 3915 Oakton Street, Skokie, IL 60076
Sew On Central
Sew On Central is a modern fabric and sewing studio and boutique.
We host classes for all ages and levels and camps for kids during the summer and on school breaks. In our classes and camps, students learn how to use a sewing machine, measure, cut fabric and more. We sew fun, engaging project like stuffed animals, pajama shorts or pants, bags, drawstring backpacks. We also have classes for 5 – 6 year olds in hand sewing. You will be amazed at what your child can do with needle and thread.
Sew on Central also has private lessons for all ages. We also have a full schedule of adult classes and workshops. We sell contemporary fabric for all your sewing needs, from apparel and bags to quilts and decor, as well as patterns and notions to take your project from start to finish. Shop online or check us out in person at our studio, located in historic Evanston, just north of Chicago.
Phone: 224-307-9538 | Email: karen@sewoncentral.com | Address: 1937
Central St, Evanston, IL, USA
Let’s Craft It!
Evanston’s own Let’s Craft It! (and Washington mom, Samira Taher Kolb) is partnering with Right at School to offer Get Crafty!, an after school elective.
Kids get to make and create cool crafts based on a different theme each week/ We’ll use mixed media and differing crafting techniques too.Sign you kiddo up for a chance to unwind and get creative!
Session 1 is 5 sessions, beginning November 1. Classes are held Tuesdays, 3:45pm-4:45pm. Ages K-5th Grade.
Register online: Washington Elementary (Evanston) Jumbula Home
Spoonfoolery® Kitchen Classroom & Maker Space
Spoonfoolery® Kitchen Classroom & Maker Space is a cooking school for young cooks in West Evanston. We offer virtual and in-person classes for ages 2 and up. From weekly class sessions to special holiday events, we’ve got fun and delicious themes that get your little chef in the kitchen cooking and creating! Also available: birthday parties, classroom field trips, corporate team building, holiday special events, private lessons, and Scouting badge workshops.
So come Cook, Learn & GROW! with Spoonfoolery!
Phone: 847-859-2719 | Email: learn2cook@spoonfoolery.com | Website: spoonfoolery.com
DIME
We are DIME! We truly believe in bringing students and families together through our love and passion for dance. We have classes for all ages and skill levels. We are located in the heart of Evanston at 1904 Greenwood Street. We look forward to you joining us as we dance our way to spreading more love!
Email: dimeverything@gmail.com
The Metzger Music Studio
The Metzger Music Studio provides holistic, individual music lessons with premier professional teaching musicians, serving Evanston and the North Shore for over 35 years. We offer lessons on every instrument, in person, online, or at your home.
We specialize in teaching children, beginning at 5 years old, teenagers and adults learners. We offer classes during the day, after school, evenings, and weekends. We also offer 3 free recitals every year.
Phone: 773-744-1156 | Email: metzgermusicstudio@gmail.com | Website: metzgermusicstudio.com
MY Piano Study
MY Piano Study offers individual private lessons online or in person from our studio at 2809 Central Street. The instruments we offer lessons for include Piano, Voice, Guitar, Ukulele, Violin and Harp. Now offering AP Music Theory classes to our high school students! Students of all ages are welcome to sign up with us!
Phone: 414-238-3634 | Email: admin@mypianostudy.com | Address: 2809 Central St, Evanston, IL 60201
Dance Center Evanston
The mission of Dance Center Evanston is to bring quality dance training to each student enrolled, fostering their physical health, developing their cognitive skills, and inspiring creativity and artistry.
Phone: 847-328-6683 | Email: dce@dancecenterevanston.com | Address: 1934 Dempster St, Evanston, IL 60202
Dance
A Fairytale Ballet
At A Fairytale Ballet, we believe dance education should be extraordinary.
Dance Center
Evanston
The mission of Dance Center Evanston is to bring quality dance training to
each student enrolled, fostering their physical health, developing their
cognitive skills, and inspiring creativity and artistry.
Dance To EvOLvE
Children Dance Classes in Evanston
Incite Dance Center
At Incite Dance Center, we believe there is no one-size-fits-all when it comes to dance. Every person who walks through our doors regardless of age, experience, or body type will be respected, nurtured and challenged. Pick from over 70 weekly dance classes — All ages welcome, 18 months to Adults! You can find Jazz, Ballet, Hip Hop, Contemporary, and Tap as well as innovative programs in Choreography, Wellness and Dance on Film to respond to our changing world. Come dance with us!
Phone: 872-267-1261 | Email: info@incitedancecenter.com | Address: 3915 Oakton Street, Skokie, IL 60076
Kaleidoscope Dance
Your child’s home away from home.
The Evanston
School of Ballet Foundation
The school is directed by Kerry Hubata and was founded in 1968 by Kerry
Hubata and Phyllis Wills. It is dedicated entirely to education in classical
ballet and includes work from pre-ballet through professional levels.
Drama
Mudlark Theater
Young people making real theater.
Piven Theatre
The mission of Piven Theatre Workshop is to encourage a process of creative exploration that celebrates each individual’s unique voice through an ensemble-based, community-oriented approach to theatre training and performance.
Educational Enrichment
NU|Tutors
Personalized tutoring from Northwestern’s best students. Connect with a
tutor who gets you.
The Tutoring Center
Our classrooms feature an intense learning environment that combines “The Rotational Approach to Learning” and One-To-One Instruction.
Music
Arts & Minds Academy
Unleash your child’s inner artist.
Evanston Children’s Choir
The Evanston Children’s Choir is a dynamic platform for “diversity in harmony,” creating a transformative experience for young choir members from all walks of life and their varied audiences across Chicagoland.
Guitar Works
Playing guitar is one skill that never goes out of style. Whether you want to perform in concerts for thousands of fans or just play for fun as a hobby, you’ll never regret the time you spend learning how to play guitar. If you want to learn rock music, campfire songs, or anything in between, the first step to playing guitar is to sign up for lessons with an experienced teacher.
Music Institute of Chicago
Founded in 1931, the Music Institute of Chicago leads people toward a lifelong engagement with music by providing widely accessible resources for high-quality music teaching, performing, and service activities—and harnessing the power of music to educate, inspire, and bring comfort to the communities it serves.
My Piano Study
Comprehensive approach: Students are introduced to theory, music history and aural training as part of the curriculum.
Metzger Music Studio
The Metzger Music Studio provides individual music lessons with premier professional teaching musicians, serving Evanston and the North Shore for over 35 years. We offer in person, online, or lessons at your home.
Sports
AYSO
We provide programs that help kids in and around Evanston, Illinois develop their soccer skills, learn good sportsmanship, get exercise, and have fun. If you’re looking for an open registration soccer league in Evanston, you’ve found it.
City of Evanston
Various sports programs.
Healthy Kids Running
Hot Shots 4 Kids
Quad Indoor Sports
Swimming
Goldfish Swimming School
Your child’s potential is in there. Sometimes you just need to add water!
The MCGAW YMCA
Whether taking lessons or enjoying open or family swim, your kids stay fit, healthy and strong when they spend time in the water. Swimming also helps them gain confidence and improve coordination while they have a great time.