Calendar of Events

Next Weekend is just around the corner! Every season in Lake County creates long-lasting memories. Take an adventure through nature at one of the Lake County Forest Preserves or our state natural areas like Illinois Beach State Park, Chain O'Lakes State Park or Volo Bog State Natural Area. Dine on the delectable bites by eating alfresco or devour world-class cuisine in the comfort of your home with curbside pickup, takeout or delivery. Our local wineries, breweries and distilleries offer sumptuous spirits, vibrant vinos and breathtaking brews compliments of the Lake County Libation Trail. Peruse the calendar of events to see what's going on this month and beyond in the land of lakes!

Weekend Watch: Lake County's Top Five Things To Do This Weekend

Celebrate Antioch's Summer Kickoff and Wizards Weekend

Step Back in Time at Zion Nostalgia Days

Libertyville Days Festival: Tropical Vibes and Family Fun

Make a Splash at Mundelein’s Beach Bash

PrideFest 2025: Live Music, Drag Shows and Community Pride in Round Lake Beach

Raise a Glass at the Grayslake Craft Beer Festival

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Jul. 13 - Jun. 14

Growing Up X Exhibit at Grayslake Heritage Center & Museum

7/13/24 - 6/14/25
On loan from the Illinois State Museum, this award-winning exhibit will fil...
Explore Events @ Grayslake Heritage Center & Museum

Jun. 13 - Jun. 14

Zion Nostalgia Days

6/13/25 - 6/14/25
Nostalgia Days is Lake County's largest and longest running car, truck ...
Explore Events @ City of Zion

Jun. 14

Grayslake Craft Beer Festival

6/14/25
Indulge in a vast selection of craft beers, classic ales, lagers, stouts, a...
Explore Events @ Downtown Grayslake

Jun. 14

Beach Bash in Mundelein's Diamond Lake Beach

6/14/25
Grab your sunnies, slap on some sunscreen and discover Mundelein’s hi...
Explore Events @ Diamond Lake Beach & Recreational Center

Jun. 14

Wizards Weekend Day in Antioch

6/14/25
Wizards, Witches and Muggles - (ADULTS-TEENS-KIDS) magically appear in Anti...
Explore Events @ Wizard Village- Downtown Antioch

Jun. 14

Pridefest 2025 at Round Lake Beach Cultural Center

6/14/25
Mark your calendars for the fifth annual PrideFest! Located at the Round La...
Explore Events @ Round Lake Beach Cultural Center

Jun. 14

Lake County Ghost Adventure

6/14/25
Led by veteran paranormal researchers, this tour is a 7-hour paranormal adv...
Explore Events @ Long Grove, IL

Jun. 14

Taj Mahal and Keb' Mo' with Special guest Abraham Alexander at Ravinia Festival

6/14/25
It’s been nearly a decade since Taj Mahal and Keb’ Mo’ fi...
Explore Events @ Ravinia Festival

Jun. 14

8th Annual Cars and Coffee - Raymond Chevrolet

6/14/25
June 14th, 8:00am - 11:00am, enjoy Cars and Coffee at Raymond Chevrolet in ...
Explore Events @ 118 Route 173

Jun. 14

Brothers' Field Family Fun Days

6/14/25
Bring the whole family out for a jam-packed day of activities, excitement, ...
Explore Events @ Brothers' Field

Jun. 14

Mark Harrison at Tighthead

6/14/25
Live MusicSaturday, June 14, 20257:00PM 10:00PM...
Explore Events @ Tighthead Brewing Company

Jun. 14

Moana 2 (PG) at Waukegan's Victory Park

6/14/25
The Waukegan Park District will kick off its free summer movie series with ...
Explore Events @ Victory Park

Jun. 14

Antioch Annual Food Truck Event

6/14/25
Come have some fun! This event is always a blast! There will be live music ...
Explore Events @ Band of Brothers and Sisters Antioch VFW

Jun. 14

Women Veterans Day

6/14/25
Women Veterans Day High TeaJune 14, 2025, 1 PM - 3 PMJoin the Gurnee Americ...
Explore Events @ Gurnee American Legion

Jun. 14

Tom Cotter Comedy Show

6/14/25
Comedian Tom Cotter burst onto the national scene as the first comedian fin...
Explore Events @ American Place Casino

Jun. 14

Salty Peppers at BCB

6/14/25
Salty Peppers are two veteran singing guitarists with sweet harmonies who j...
Explore Events @ Buffalo Creek Brewing

Jun. 14

Fishing With First Responders in Village Park

6/14/25
The Winthrop Harbor Parks and Recreation Department will host a new event, ...
Explore Events @ Village Park

Jun. 14

Wizards Weekend in Antioch

6/14/25
Seeking magical beings or even muggles, ages 2-624, make your way to Antioc...
Explore Events @ Downtown Antioch

Jun. 14

Summer Kick off in Antioch

6/14/25
Come kick off the Summer with us! Music! Food Trucks! Vendors! A day full o...
Explore Events @ Antioch VFW

Jun. 14

Kitchen Garden Kick-Off in Grayslake

6/14/25
Join the Grayslake Area Public Library as it kicks off its very first kitch...
Explore Events @ Grayslake Area Public Library

Jun. 14

Wild Edibles at Heller Nature Center

6/14/25
Join us on a natural journey through the world of wild edibles with Dave Od...
Explore Events @ Heller Nature Center

Jun. 14

Chef Gale Gand: Italian Summer Meal at The Joyful Gourmet

6/14/25
Learn to make the most of summer flavors with award-winning pastry chef Gal...
Explore Events @ The Joyful Gourmet

Jun. 14

Wait, What? at Tighthead Brewing

6/14/25
Its Saturday and you know you're thirsty for some excellent beer and ac...
Explore Events @ Tighthead Brewing Company

Jun. 14

Silver Screen Social: The Life of Chuck

6/14/25
Join Wayfarer Theaters and Loyola film professor Zbigniew “Ziggy&rdqu...
Explore Events @ Wayfarer Theaters

Jun. 14

Navy Explorers: Flag Day at the National Museum of the American Sailor

6/14/25
Join the team at the National Museum of the American Sailor for the next Na...
Explore Events @ National Museum of the American Sailor

Jun. 14

Chicagoland Health Fiesta Tour at Hawthorn in Vernon Hills

6/14/25
Celebrate Father’s Day Weekend and support men’s health with a ...
Explore Events @ Hawthorn

Jun. 14

Inflata-Festival Summer Kickoff at Vision Park

6/14/25
Celebrate the start of summer at the Inflata-Festival on Saturday, June 14,...
Explore Events @ Vision Park

Jun. 12 - Jun. 15

Libertyville Days Festival

6/12/25 - 6/15/25
Get ready for the ultimate summer experience at Libertyville's must-att...
Explore Events @ Downtown Libertyville

Jun. 14 - Jun. 15

Grayslake Summer Cluster Dog Shows

6/14/25 - 6/15/25
The Skokie Valley Kennel Club and the Great Lakes All Terrier Association w...
Explore Events @ Lake County Fairgrounds

Jun. 14 - Jun. 15

Argentinian Steakhouse Cooking Class at Taste Buds Kitchen

6/14/25 - 6/15/25
Learn to prepare a flavorful Argentinian steakhouse-inspired meal in this a...
Explore Events @ Taste Buds Kitchen

Jun. 14 - Jun. 15

Barrel-aged Father’s Day at Elmhurst

6/14/25 - 6/15/25
Celebrate Father’s Day weekend with bold flavors and barrel-aged beer...
Explore Events @ Phase Three Brewing Company

Jun. 14 - Jun. 15

Father's Day at Flemmings

6/14/25 - 6/15/25
Make this Father’s Day as legendary as he is by treating him to our&n...
Explore Events @ Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar