October Cafe

09/16/2026

Good morning, Pumpkins! It’s officially pumpkin season for everyone and not just us! Come stop by your favorite café. We offer all your favorite classics, fall beverages of course, and an all day food menu.

📍6046 N Avondale Ave. Chicago, IL

📍5961 N Elston Ave. Chicago, IL

09/15/2026

Thank you so much to The Law Office of Jennifer Y. Wu for donating 20 Student Meals today! The first 20 students at either location of October Cafe can request this free meal anytime today. The Student Meal includes: Grilled Cheese, Tater Tots, and Lemonade. See you soon, Pumpkins!

6046 N. Avondale Ave.
Open 6am-6pm Daily

5961 N. Elston Ave.
Open 7am-4pm Daily

09/14/2026

Join us on Friday , September 18th from 10-11:30 a.m. for a FREE Baby Brunch Event. All are welcome!

Brunch, babies, and good vibes—bring your little ones for a fun morning out!

This event is the perfect opportunity to socialize with your babies and meet other parents! We will have free swim from 10:00- 11:00am followed by light refreshments. Thanks to our partners at October Cafe for providing a selection of complimentry beverages for this event!

Don't miss out on this special event designed exclusively for babies and their parents! Reserve your spot today! This is a FREE event and is open to the community!

We will have lifeguards on duty during the open swim, but please bring your bathing suit as each child will need to have an adult in the water with them. This event is intended for kids 3 years old and under.

Please reach out [email protected] with any questions! Note that little ones who are not potty trained are required to wear a reusable swim diaper (we have these available for sale in our facility).

We can't wait to see you in the pool!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/baby-brunch-co-hosted-by-goldfish-swim-school-park-ridge-october-cafe-tickets-1999114130178?aff=oddtdtcreator

09/12/2026

DONATE BLOOD TODAY TO GET A FREE DRINK!

Hello Pumpkins,
October Cafe is happy to be hosting yet another Blood Drive at the cafe! This Saturday, September 12th, we will be having the Blood Drive Mobile at both of our locations. Please RSVP for the Donor slot and location that works best for you. Let's save some lives, Pumpkins!

October Cafe on Elston
5961 N. Elston Ave. Chicago, IL
Blood Drive Time: 8 am - 11 am
https://donors.vitalant.org/dwp/portal/dwa/appointment/guest/phl/timeSlotsExtr?token=O1Wyq65eftmiDbQ8oZcmuGSfsUM%2FVd%2FNSnfpJ2EuKIE%3D

October Cafe in Norwood Park
6046 N. Avondale Ave. Chicago, IL
Blood Drive Time: 1 pm - 4 pm
https://donors.vitalant.org/dwp/portal/dwa/appointment/guest/phl/timeSlotsExtr?token=lpVuW9nxE1v%2FE8xKtIkd6GSfsUM%2FVd%2FNSnfpJ2EuKIE%3D

09/09/2026

Hello Pumpkins,
October Cafe is happy to be hosting yet another Blood Drive at the cafe! This Saturday, September 12th, we will be having the Blood Drive Mobile at both of our locations. Please RSVP for the Donor slot and location that works best for you. Let's save some lives, Pumpkins!

October Cafe on Elston
5961 N. Elston Ave. Chicago, IL
Blood Drive Time: 8 am - 11 am
https://donors.vitalant.org/dwp/portal/dwa/appointment/guest/phl/timeSlotsExtr?token=O1Wyq65eftmiDbQ8oZcmuGSfsUM%2FVd%2FNSnfpJ2EuKIE%3D

October Cafe in Norwood Park
6046 N. Avondale Ave. Chicago, IL
Blood Drive Time: 1 pm - 4 pm
https://donors.vitalant.org/dwp/portal/dwa/appointment/guest/phl/timeSlotsExtr?token=lpVuW9nxE1v%2FE8xKtIkd6GSfsUM%2FVd%2FNSnfpJ2EuKIE%3D

09/07/2026

09/02/2026

Ms. Rachel (impersonator: Ms. Katie) will be at October Cafe on Elston this Sunday the 6th from 1pm-3pm!! Stop in for a free meet and greet with a Ms. Rachel Impersonator, storytime, sing-along, and coloring time. We are so excited for her appearance, and know our little pumpkins are going to have a great time! 🎃🧡

Seating for this event is first come first serve, please feel free to arrive early to find a comfortable table 🧡

📍5961 N. Elston Ave. Chicago, IL
⏰ Sunday, September 6th from 1pm-3pm

09/02/2026

September at October Cafe is packed with community, creativity, good coffee, and plenty of reasons to stop by!

From farmers markets and live music to craft time, book clubs, fundraisers, workshops, meetups, and more-- there’s something happening all month long at both of our locations.

See you soon, Pumpkins!

08/27/2026

There are still a few spots for our Candle Making workshop this Sunday at October Cafe on Elston! Please head to the link to RSVP: https://tr.ee/RBzEv6VClK

Cas Candles

08/25/2026

Hello Pumpkins,
25 student meals have been sponsored for today if your a student in need of a meal, please stop in to either October Cafe location for a lemonade, tater tots and a grilled cheese. If you’re interested in sponsoring meals for the school year, please send us a message. We have a ton of neighborhood schools and students who call October Cafe their second home as they do homework chill with friends and have a safe and respectful place to hang at before going home!
These free meals are available in person only. 🎃🧡🧡🧡