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

Canadian Pacific Holiday Train in Gurnee

Dickens of a Holiday in Libertyville

Sub-Thermal Nightmare at Dungeon of Doom Haunted House in Zion

Miracle on Main Street in Lake Zurich

Deerfield Holiday Winter Market

Sorry, but that event is no longer available. Please see our updated calendar of events below.

Mar. 23 - Dec. 7

Lake Zurich Volunteer Opportunities

3/23/24 - 12/7/24
You can make a difference The Lake Zurich community works with and throu...
Explore Events @ Village of Lake Zurich

Dec. 6 - Dec. 7

Sub-Thermal Nightmare at Dungeon of Doom Haunted House in Zion

12/6/24 - 12/7/24
Sub-Thermal Nightmare is unlike any winter event you've experienced. Th...
Explore Events @ Dungeon of Doom Haunted House

Dec. 6 - Dec. 7

Candle Day Shopping Event

12/6/24 - 12/7/24
Candle Day Shopping Event! Bath & Body Works | White Barn Get r...
Explore Events @ Gurnee Mills Mall at Bath & Body Works

Dec. 7

Canadian Pacific Holiday Train in Gurnee

12/7/24
The Canadian Pacific (CP) Holiday Train program has two trains, one that tr...
Explore Events @ Viking Park

Dec. 7

Dickens of a Holiday in Libertyville

12/7/24
It’s an exciting and festive time in Downtown Libertyville during Dic...
Explore Events @ Main Street Libertyville

Dec. 7

Miracle on Main Street in Lake Zurich

12/7/24
Join in on the holiday cheer at the Miracle on Main Street event in downtow...
Explore Events @ Downtown Lake Zurich, Rotary Park

Dec. 7

Santa Parade in Libertyville

12/7/24
The annual Santa Parade will travel through the Village of Libertyville&nbs...
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Dec. 7

Elf Invasion Pub Crawl in Downtown Highwood

12/7/24
Calling all elves to come out and get “Elfed Up’ at the Annual ...
Explore Events @ 28 Mile Vodka & Distillery

Dec. 7

Breakfast with Santa at Viking Park in Gurnee

12/7/24
Santa Claus is coming to Gurnee Park District! Enjoy the magic of the seaso...
Explore Events @ Viking Park

Dec. 7

Victorian Tea in Libertyville

12/7/24
Reserve your tickets today for MainStreet Libertyville’s highly accla...
Explore Events @ Libertyville Civic Center Foundation

Dec. 7

Holiday Desserts with Celebrity Chef Gale Gand at The Joyful Gourmet

12/7/24
The holidays are the perfect time to gather together, marking the end of th...
Explore Events @ The Joyful Gourmet

Dec. 7

Arctic Frog Run at Independence Grove Forest Preserve

12/7/24
“Arctic Frog” Endurance Run is a beginner’s Ultra maratho...
Explore Events @ Independence Grove Forest Preserve

Dec. 7

Cookie and Cocoa Crawl in the Ravinia District of Highland Park

12/7/24
The Ravinia District of Highland Park will host its annual Cookie & Coc...
Explore Events @ Jens Jensen Park

Dec. 7

Lights, Camera, Candles Movie Night - Elf at Romney Brown Candle Company

12/7/24
The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear!&nbs...
Explore Events @ Romney Brown Candle Company

Dec. 7

Andrew Bird Trio at Martin Theatre

12/7/24
With their debut project Sunday Morning Put-On, the Andrew Bird Trio takes ...
Explore Events @ Ravinia Festival

Dec. 7

Annual Holiday Holiday Craft Fair ALA 771 in Gurnee

12/7/24
Check out the 2024 Gurnee American Legion AUXILIARY Annual Holiday Craft Fa...
Explore Events @ Gurnee American Legion

Dec. 7

Winter Bird Walk

12/7/24
Explore the Garden in its winter glory and discover our early winter bird r...
Explore Events @ Chicago Botanic Garden

Dec. 7

Tin Angel Ornament Workshop

12/7/24
Create a fanciful angel in collage art made with decorative tin, jewelry pa...
Explore Events @ Chicago Botanic Garden

Dec. 7

Deerfield Holiday Winter Market

12/7/24
Saturday, December 7, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. The Winter Market will be held on Sat...
Explore Events @ Village of Deerfield

Dec. 7

Holly Jolly Holiday in Wauconda

12/7/24
The Wauconda community is kicking off the holiday season with Holly Jolly H...
Explore Events @ Wauconda Park District Community Center

Dec. 7

Annual Winter Tree Lighting Festival at Courtland Commons

12/7/24
The Winter Tree Lighting Festival was introduced in 2024. It is a combinati...
Explore Events @ Courtland Commons

Dec. 7

Santa Visits in Your Home in Grayslake

12/7/24
Would you like Santa to visit your home and bring a gift to your child? The...
Explore Events @ Grayslake Community Park District

Dec. 7

Parent and Child Preschool Art: Holiday Crafts in Waukegan

12/7/24
Parents and preschoolers are invited to create holiday crafts. Three craft ...
Explore Events @ Jack Benny Center for the Arts

Dec. 7

Holiday Painted Canvas Bag at Dandelion Gallery

12/7/24
Flex your creativity as visitors and residents can design a holiday painted...
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Dec. 7

Pancake Breakfast with Santa

12/7/24
Who loves a yummy Pancake breakfast? Join Winthrop Harbor Parks & Recre...
Explore Events @ Village of Winthrop Harbor

Dec. 7

Beach Park Christmas Craft Show

12/7/24
Join us for our Christmas Craft Show on Saturday, December 7th from 12-4 pm...
Explore Events @ Our Lady of Humility School

Dec. 7

Model Trains at Deerfield Public Library

12/7/24
Join us for the North Central "O" Gaugers Winter Wonderland model...
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Dec. 7

Santa Storytime at Giggles

12/7/24
We're bringing back the North Shore's best Santa visit. Join us to ...
Explore Events @ Giggles Play

Dec. 7

Joy & Wonder in Lake Forest

12/7/24
Joy & Wonder Candyland comes to Market Square on December 7 (11am-2pm)!...
Explore Events @ City of Lake Forest

Dec. 7

Whistle-Stop Wonderland in Lake Forest

12/7/24
Whistle-stop Wonderland returns to the History Center this holiday sea...
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Dec. 7

Holly Jolly Holiday

12/7/24
Mark your calendar for a full day of free festive family fun!The (formerly ...
Explore Events @ Wauconda Park District Community Center

Dec. 7

Big Lights, Big Fun! Holiday Magic at Mellody Farm

12/7/24
Be One of the First 60 Families! Bring a $20 gift card from any ...
Explore Events @ Mellody Farm