Westfield Old Orchard 5th Annual Harvest Festival

Westfield Old Orchard will once again host the Annual Harvest Festival.  In partnership with the Wfamily event series, Westfield invites you to enjoy a weekend full of autumn activities suitable for the entire family.  Entertainment will include arts and crafts, face painting, games and balloon sculptors.  Later, children can celebrate Halloween early by participating in the annual costume contest and trick or treating at participating Westfield retailers.

The annual Harvest Festival will take place noon – 4 p.m., October 27 and 28 at the north end of the shopping center near the Koi Pond.  This event is free and open to the public, no reservations are required.

Project Pink: Making Strides Against Breast Cancer North Shore Walk October 21

Project Pink, a 5k non-competitive walk, will be taking over the shopping center beginning 9 a.m. Sunday, October 21 for National Breast Cancer Awareness month.  Westfield’s Project Pink is one of more than 250 nationwide events that aim to show support for the American Cancer Society’s Making Strides Against Breast Cancer.  It’s an energetic special occasion designed to express hope and celebrate Breast Cancer survivorship. Additionally, Project Pink will focus on raising awareness about steps women can take to help prevent the disease and raise money to find cures. 

The walk will commence and end in the West parking lot across from Macy’s and continue in and around the center. See schedule of event below.

8:00 AM Registration Opens
8:30 AM Opening Ceremony begins
9:00 AM Walk Begins

Participating Westfield retailers will feature special pink merchandise and donate proceeds from sales to breast cancer awareness.  There is no registration or fundraising requirement for Making Strides, however participants are welcome to raise money online or collect donations to turn in on the day of the event.  For more information and to sign up for Project Pink visit www.makingstrides.acsevents.org.

WFamily hosts Star Wars Reads Day at Westfield Old Orchard October 6

October 6 is National Star Wars Reads Day and Westfield Old Orchard (Skokie Blvd. & Old Orchard Rd.; 847-673-6800) is gearing up to celebrate it Wfamily style.  The monthly series continues 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, October 6 at Westfield’s Barnes & Noble, where the iconic movie trilogy will be celebrated with North Shore and Chicagoland families.  Kids will enjoy a story time followed by event activities such as coloring, Star Wars Mad Libs and card making. Participating kids will receive themed prizes to take home including stickers, tattoos, bookmarks and pins. 

As an added bonus, some of Star Wars’ favorite costumed characters will be present to take photos with their fans.  The hour-long event is open to pre-school aged children and will be facilitated by the Skokie Public Library.  Westfield’s Wfamily event series’ goal is to celebrate learning through literacy and creativity; it is free and open to the public and no registration is required

Xtreme Bugs on display at Westfield Old Orchard

No need to be afraid of these creepy crawlers!  From July 24 to August 14, shoppers at Westfield Old Orchard (Skokie Boulevard & Old Orchard Road) can experience the invasion of Xtreme Bugs at the gigantic, state-of-the-art animatronic bug on display near Nordstrom.   If you can’t get enough, Westfield will be offering two free admission passes to Brookfield Zoo, including two passes to see the Xtreme Bugs exhibit, to all shoppers who spend $200 or more on their shopping trip.

Bring the family back to Westfield’s Xtreme Bugs exhibit from noon to 2 p.m. August 4 for some hands-on fun, where kids will enjoy making crafts and receive giveaways by the Brookfield Zoo.

For more information on the Xtreme Bugs Brookfield Zoo giveaway, contact the Westfield Old Orchard Concierge at 847-673-6800.

Sip & Shop Wine Series continues with Sip, Shop SAVOR, July 26

Sip, Shop SAVOR is Thursday, July 26.  The second installment of the Westfield Summer Wine Series will get you on track to be the perfect summer hostess.  With grilling season in full swing, participants will learn how to give the best barbeque on the block with cooking demos and decorating tips from industry professionals.  Prizes and giveaways will be provided by participating Westfield retailers. Guests must be 21 and over to enjoy this complimentary event. Space is limited and registration is required.  For more information and to RSVP, visit www.westfield.com/oldorchard.

Westfield French Market, now running every Thursday through September

The Westfield French Market is now open every Thursday from 2 p.m. – 7 p.m. through September.  The outdoor market, located near Macy’s, offers a variety of artisan products including fresh produce, breads and cheeses and gifts for the home and family. 

This is the first time Westfield and Bensidoun USA have partnered together in an effort to create a completely new shopping experience for Chicagoland customers.  By adding the artisan outdoor market and selling fresh and local goods, Westfield’s goal is to create a greater sense of community in the area which includes residents of Chicago and surrounding suburban areas, as well as Westfield retailers.  In supporting the French market and participating vendors, Westfield hopes to provide a greater recognition and appreciate for local artisans.  For more information on the upcoming French Market at Westfield Old Orchard, call 847-673-6800

See who's opening and who's on the move at Westfield Old Orchard

Westfield Old Orchard continues to bring to its patrons a valued shopping experience through its selection of luxury and specialty retailers.  To enhance that experience this summer and fall, a slew of new retailers will be opening, as well moving locations within the center. 

Rolex will be opening a boutique operated by the 3,500 square foot C.D. Peacock located next to Tiffany & Co near Nordstrom.  The world renowned timepiece crafter and the Chicago-based jeweler will have its grand opening this fall.

eCosway will be setting up a new location at Westfield Old Orchard this summer.  The new retailer specializes in health, beauty and nutrition products and will be located near Champps Americana.

Hugo Boss will be one of Westfield Old Orchards newest luxury retailers just in time for the holidays. The men’s and women’s designer, known for its sleek and stylish collections worldwide, will be opening in part of the old Akira space near Nordstrom. 

 Specialty women’s clothing store, Ann Taylor is currently closed for renovations and will re-open in September.

Coach will close at the end of June for remodeling.  The designer handbag retailer will re-open before the end of July.  

J. Crew will close at the end of July for remodeling but won’t be gone long!  The men’s and women’s shop known especially for its classic and sophisticated silhouettes will re-open at the beginning of August.

Chicago-based women’s specialty store, Akira will open in its new location on the North end of the shopping center this July next to Cheesecake Factory and Ann Taylor Loft.  It will be open in its current location until the move.

Sip & Shop Wine Series begins in June at Westfield Old Orchard

 Get beautiful inside and out! Westfield Old Orchard will play host to the Sip & Shop Wine series starting this June. The first in a series of three, Sip & Shop Spa will celebrate beauty, health and wellness regimens to get you to your most beautiful for the summer! Update your beauty routine and learn the tricks of the trade with new techniques and products on skin and hair maintenance and protection, fitness and make-up trends. 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., Thursday, June 28 the festivities will begin, as beauty and wellness enthusiasts can come and enjoy a free wine tasting, small bites, free make-up applications, beauty tips and spa treatments from participating Westfield retailers. Space is limited.  For more information and to RSVP, visit www.westfield.com/oldorchard

Monday Night Car Shows at Westfield Old Orchard

Westfield Old Orchard wants to take you on a ride! Starting this June, Westfield will be presenting Monday Night Car Shows. Take a trip to the past and check out a selection of classic cars parked on display in the West parking lot of Westfield Old Orchard shopping center. Every Monday night from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., as many as 200 cars will be on display including Classic cars, Muscle Cars, Hot Rods, Motorcycles and vintage Military vehicles. This is an event for car enthusiasts and novices alike!  

Come and enjoy a summer night full of great music, food, prizes, hourly raffles, and fun. Monday Night Car Shows start June 4 and run every Monday night through September 10.

Monday Night Car Shows, Inc. is a non-for-profit organization comprised of local businessmen and citizens dedicated to the Classic Car Hobby and the Community at large. The mission is to advance the Classic Car Hobby through community awareness, camaraderie, contributions to programs that teach automotive skills to the next generation through scholarships. To learn more about Monday Night Car Show, Inc., or if you want to register your vehicle, visit www.mondaynightcarshows.com.  You can also ‘like’ the show in Facebook.

French Market coming to Westfield Old Orchard

Westfield Old Orchard and Bensidoun USA are partnering to bring a Parisian style street market to the high end shopping center. Starting in June, the outdoor market located near Macy’s will house a plethora of artisan vendors selling everything from fresh produce, breads and cheeses to other local artisanal products.  Also available will be unique gifts for the home and family. 

This is the first time Westfield and the French Market have partnered together in an effort to create a completely new shopping experience for Westfield customers.  By adding the artisan outdoor market and selling fresh and local goods, Westfield’s goal is to create a greater sense of community in the area which includes residents of Chicago and surrounding suburban areas, as well as Westfield retailers.  In supporting the French market and participating vendors, Westfield hopes to provide a greater recognition and appreciate for local artisans.  

The market is set to begin 2 pm – 7 pm every Thursday starting in June and running through September.  For more information on the upcoming French Market at Westfield Old Orchard, call 847-673-6800.

New Store openings at Westfield Old Orchard

eCosway will be setting up a new location at Westfield Old Orchard this June.  The new retailer specializes in health, beauty and nutrition products and will be located near Champps Americana.

Located next to Coldwater Creek and The Gap, The North Face’s new 6,278 square foot store will carry all of the high endurance and high performance apparel, equipment and footwear that it is internationally known. This will be the third location in the Chicagoland area, joining others in the John Hancock Center in Chicago and Sherman Plaza in Evanston.

C.D. Peacock is making a grand entrance in Westfield Old Orchard this summer near Nordstrom and Tiffany & Co.  The Chicago-based jeweler will offer collections that are not available at any other Westfield Old Orchard retailer.  Collections like Hearts on Fire and timepieces from names like Tocari, Hermes, Panerai, Chanel, IWC, Corum, Montblanc and Henri Daussi will be exclusively available at C.D. Peacock, opening this summer.  The 3,500 square foot store will be located next to Nordstrom and Tiffany & Co.

Rolex will be opening a boutique operated by C.D. Peacock located next to Tiffany & Co.  The world renowned timepiece crafter will be setting up shop in Westfield Old Orchard this fall.

The “Spring Fling” Carnival returns to Westfield May 16

Westfield’s “Spring Fling” Carnival is back in a big way!  This year’s festivities commence May 16 – 20 in Westfield Old Orchard’s West parking lot.  Rides, games, food and fun are on the horizon, so mark your calendars and bring the whole family. Tickets are required to participate in rides and games and can be purchased for $1.25 each or $22 for “Unlimited Ride” daily passes.

See below for the full carnival schedule:

Date	Time
Wednesday, May 16	6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Thursday, May 17	6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Friday, May 18	6:00 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
Saturday, May 19	1:00 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
Sunday, May 20	1:00 p.m. -  9:30 p.m.

Westfield Old Orchard has Mother’s Day gift ideas, galore!

Mother’s Day will be here sooner than you think. So, it’s time to put pen to paper and come up with your list of what to get mom this year. No ideas yet? Don’t fret; Westfield Old Orchard has everything you’ll want to add to your list for mom, from the gadget-seeker to the trend-setter, and everything in between.

Diamonds are a mom’s best friend, and what better way to say “thanks” to mom than with a little sparkle from Westfield’s Tiffany & Co.? For the gift giver on a budget, Tiffany’s sterling silver Daisy earrings will put a smile on mom’s face for only $225. If money is no object, make mom gasp with the Elsa Peretti® Diamonds by the Yard® bracelet in 18k rose gold for $2,350.

If jewelry is not mom’s forte and she’s a techy at heart, head to Westfield Old Orchard’s Apple store and pick up the new iPad with crystal clear display and ultrafast 4G LTE speed starting at $499. You can even personalize it just for mom with more than 200,000 additional apps. If you are more budget conscious, Apple still has you in mind by offering iPods starting at $49 or an iTunes gift card for mom to store or purchase her favorite tunes.

Finally for the mom whose calling is fashion, beauty and trends, one of the many Westfield specialty retailers will definitely make mom’s heart go atwitter. Take her on a shopping spree to luxury retailers Bloomingdale’s or Nordstrom for the latest and greatest in designer clothes, shoes and handbags, like the MICHAEL Michael Kors “Hamilton- Large” Tote in Mocha Ostrich for $368. 

If your mom is young at heart, she’ll be up on the biggest spring trends, like floral prints, pastels, and bold accessories. All of which can be nabbed at up-to-the-minute Westfield retailers like Akira or Anthropologie. She’ll love the Racer Day Dress from Anthropologie for only $248! Finally for the beauty maven mom, prepare her for an evening of rest and relaxation with a facial and massage at Westfield’s Mario Tricoci and a new pair of pj’s from Soma Intimates, Victoria’s Secret, or J. Crew.  For more information on Westfield Old Orchard retailers, visit www.westfield.com/oldorchard.

New Retailers at Westfield Old Orchard

Henri Bendel is opening May 4.  Come take part in the opening soirée 6-9 pm.  Enjoy a champagne toast and take home some fun or glamorous photos provided by the digital photo booth.  All opening weekend long, while supplies lasts, guests will receive a limited edition Henri Bendel tote bag with a purchase of $150 or more, and a 20% off Splurge Card with any purchase.  Shoppers can also enter to win a 2-night say that the Surrey Hotel in New York City and a $2500 Henri Bendel Shopping Spree.

The new store will occupy 2,352 square feet near Lord & Taylor. This will be the second location in the Chicagoland area.  Known for its lavish and trendy fashion accessories, handbags and cosmetics, Henri Bendel is a highly anticipated treat for all of Chicagoland’s fashion savvy!

Three additional new retailers will join the ranks of the many upscale specialty stores located at Westfield Old Orchard., C.D. Peacock and The North Face will be opening in August, and Rolex will be opening in October.

 Located next to Coldwater Creek and The Gap, The North Face’s new 6,278 square foot store will carry all of the high endurance and high performance apparel, equipment and footwear that it is internationally known. This will be the third location in the Chicagoland area, joining others in the John Hancock Center in Chicago and Sherman Plaza in Evanston.

 Luxury jewelry specialist C.D. Peacock, known for its beautiful and timeless creations, is making a grand entrance in Westfield Old Orchard! The luxury Chicago-based jeweler will offer stunning collections that are not available at any other Westfield Old Orchard retailer.  Covetable collections like Hearts on Fire and timepieces from names like Tocari, Hermes, Panerai, Chanel, IWC, Corum, Montblanc and Henri Daussi will be exclusively available at C.D. Peacock, opening this summer.  The 3,500 square foot store will be located next to Nordstrom and Tiffany & Co.

 As an added bonus for luxury timepiece shoppers, Rolex will be opening a boutique operated by C.D. Peacock located next to Tiffany & Co.  The world renowned timepiece crafter will be setting up shop in Westfield Old Orchard this fall.

Here are some other stores at Westfield that are making a move:

Brooks Brothers is open in a new location next to Wilde & Greene and Barnes & Noble. This beautiful, new flagship store is definitely a must-see for the dapper suburban gentlemen.

 Sticking close to its roots, Coldwater Creek is moving into a new location just south of the existing store.