New Businesses Coming Soon to Downtown Elgin

Step into the vibrant season of Spring, where raindrops dance with the earth, flowers burst with colors, and warmer days start to be the norm. This season isn’t just about nature’s awakening—it’s a full-on explosion of excitement and growth in Downtown Elgin!

Get ready to witness Downtown Elgin proudly unveil not one, not two, but six new businesses! That’s right, six! But that’s not all, there are two existing businesses expanding their footprint as well as Side Street Studio Arts embarking on a recently approved renovation located at 62 S Grove for their future home.

This Spring and Summer, Downtown Elgin starts its own metamorphosis for patrons to explore. Join us as we embrace these newcomers, each bringing a fresh perspective to our Downtown:

The Yoga Center

168 Highland Ave

Yogis rejoice! Whether you are a beginner or expert, all are welcome to participate. (Headstands are not required)

High Haven Cannabis

15 Clocktower Plaza

This has been one of our most requested businesses to have in Downtown Elgin. All your cannabis needs can be found here.

Royal Plant Care

54 National St

House Plants, culturally inspired homes décor and landscape design services, Royal Plant Care has all of this and more!

Churros Y Chocolate

66 S Grove Ave

Decadent churros dipped in chocolate, variety of treats and beverages have made their Algonquin location and food truck a destination. Now opening an Elgin riverfront location!

Shawmara Stop

11 Douglas Ave

This Middle Eastern restaurant is the first of its kind in Elgin, bringing unique recipes, fresh ingredients and a fast casual concept to our community! It will be a great spot for a working lunch and meeting friends.

Motomax Powersports

227 DuPage St

They are your go-to place for high-quality used motorcycles, powersports vehicles and repairs. Dedicated to the love of riding and outstanding service, they offer the perfect motorcycle for every enthusiast and rider.

Expansions of Existing Businesses in Downtown Elgin

Small businesses are just that, small. When a small business is successful, they grow and need more space. We are excited to celebrate the success of 2 downtown businesses expanding this spring.

Elgin Community Bikes

69 S Riverside Dr

Check out their new larger location right on the bike path with expanded retail offerings and repairs when and where you need them. They also host fun, group rides around town for a variety of occasions such as their popular full moon rides.

ETC Coworking

11 Douglas Ave

Whether you need a full desk set up, a private office, a laptop spot, a place for a week, or a place to launch-grow-evolve your business, and some good, friendly people – ETC Co-working has a spot for you that offers the flexibility you need.

Major Project Happening in Downtown Elgin

Side Street is embarking on an exciting transition – moving to a permanent location in Downtown Elgin!

Side Street Studio Arts

62 S Grove Ave

Their future home at 62 S Grove, will allow their exhibition, performance, education, and advocacy programs to grow and live under one roof, offer greater accessibility for all, with over 20,000 square feet of newly renovated space, recently approved by city council.

Downtown Elgin is covered is construction from road work, building renovations, workers in hard hats, and backhoes. What you don’t see is how Downtown Elgin is moving forward into it’s future for generations to come. There have been many people who have seen Downtown Elgin for what it used to be. But what we really need to be thinking is, “Look at how far we’ve come. Watch us grow and make Elgin vibrant once again.”

As always shop local and shop small in Downtown Elgin.