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

15th Annual Bourbon and Beer Festival at The Vine in Grayslake

Decades at The Lot in Highland Park

Fright Fest Presented by Snickers at Six Flags Great America

Rock the Block in Downtown Lake Zurich

"The Cottage" at Citadel Theatre in Lake Forest

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Sep. 19

Under the Streetlamp: The Music of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons And Beyond at Genesee Theatre

9/19/24
With its five PBS specials and dazzling live performances, Under the S...
Explore Events @ Genesee Theatre

Sep. 19

Flight Night Thursdays at North Shore Distillery

9/19/24
Join North Shore Distillery on Thursdays when they offer a creative fl...
Explore Events @ North Shore Distillery, LLC

Sep. 19

Beer Garden Live Music with Mojo Daddies at Beer Garden at Independence Grove

9/19/24
Enjoy Lake County craft brews as live music is performed by local artists. ...
Explore Events @ Beer Garden at Independence Grove Forest Preserve

Sep. 19

3rd Annual Finn's After Dark Party for the USO

9/19/24
Finn's After Dark fundraiser for the USO! Outside in our back parking l...
Explore Events @ Mickey Finn's Brewery

Jun. 14 - Sep. 20

Lindenhurst Farmers Market at Millenium Park

6/14/24 - 9/20/24
Come out and shop local while enjoying some family fun! This is the place t...
Explore Events @ Lindenhurst Farmers Market

Sep. 20

Eaglemania at Genesee Theatre

9/20/24
EagleMania returns to The Genesee to perform the legendary music ...
Explore Events @ Genesee Theatre

Sep. 20

Fondue Wine Pairing Dinner

9/20/24
$59.95/per person plus tax Includes 4 course meal, wine pairing at each cou...
Explore Events @ Vigneto del Bino Winery

Sep. 20

Apples and Honey Campfire in Highland Park

9/20/24
Join us for a seasonal delight: Apples roasted over a campfire, with honey ...
Explore Events @ Park District of Highland Park

Sep. 20

Songstress Jacqulyn Vale Returns to The Parlor Speakeasy at Primo Italian American Cuisine

9/20/24
Chicagoland Songstress with a vintage flair covering Jazz, Soul, Rock n'...
Explore Events @ Primo Italian American Cuisine

Jun. 8 - Sep. 21

Ragdale Public Tours

6/8/24 - 9/21/24
Join us for the Ragdale Public Tours, where you can explore the stunning be...
Explore Events @ Ragdale Retreats

Sep. 20 - Sep. 21

Oktoberfest at Mickey Finn's

9/20/24 - 9/21/24
Dust off your lederhosen and say ‘pretzel’ because Oktoberfest ...
Explore Events @ Mickey Finn's Brewery

Sep. 21

Deerfield Harvest Fest

9/21/24
The Village of Deerfield and DBR Chamber of Commerce Harvest Fest will be h...
Explore Events @ Intersection of Deerfield Road and Park Avenue

Sep. 21

ArtWauk in Waukegan

9/21/24
ArtWauk is the monthly celebration of all arts in downtown Waukegan. Eac...
Explore Events @ Waukegan Arts Council

Sep. 21

Annual Fiesta Sin Frontera

9/21/24
With Fiesta Sin Frontera, we hope to showcase our students and their effort...
Explore Events @ Downtown Waukegan

Sep. 21

Marlon Wayans: Wild Child Tour at Genesee Theatre

9/21/24
Comedian/actor Marlon Wayans is back where he belongs – on ...
Explore Events @ Genesee Theatre

Sep. 21

Fondue Wine Pairing Dinner

9/21/24
$59.95/per person plus tax Includes 4 course meal, wine pairing at each cou...
Explore Events @ Vigneto del Bino Winery

Sep. 21

Native Land at PDHP

9/21/24
Did you know this is Native land? Chicago has the third largest urban Indig...
Explore Events @ Park District of Highland Park

Sep. 21

Cigars at the Pyramid

9/21/24
The inaugural North Shore Herf is the first of its kind to be held in the C...
Explore Events @ Gold Pyramid House

Sep. 21

Movie in the Park - The Garfield Movie

9/21/24
Join the Grayslake Park District on September 21st for The Garfield Movie! ...
Explore Events @ Central Park Performance Pavilion

Sep. 21

Fall Wine Walk in Downtown Antioch

9/21/24
Get your tickets for the wine walk. $45 per person and includes wine bag...
Explore Events @ Village of Antioch

Sep. 21

Bonfire & Brews: A Taste of Gurnee

9/21/24
Join Gurnee Park District at Bittersweet Golf Course for “Bonfires an...
Explore Events @ Gurnee Park District

Sep. 21

Battle of the Bartenders

9/21/24
Get ready for an electrifying evening of competition as North Shore Distill...
Explore Events @ North Shore Distillery, LLC

Sep. 21

Cocktail Distillery Tour

9/21/24
A cocktail class & distillery tour in one! During the tour, you’l...
Explore Events @ North Shore Distillery, LLC

Sep. 21

Cars and Coffee Car Show at Old Mill Creek Country Store

9/21/24
Free event featuring a horse dressage demonstration at 12:15. All cars w...
Explore Events @ Old Mill Creek Country Store

Sep. 21

Chamber Fest Fall Festival

9/21/24
Pig roast, beer tent, bounce house, live music, raffles and more!...
Explore Events @ Jack and Lidia's Resort

Sep. 20 - Sep. 22

Long Grove Apple Fest

9/20/24 - 9/22/24
How do you like your apples? Fresh? Baked in pies? Dipped in chocolate or c...
Explore Events @ Historic Downtown Long Grove

Sep. 20 - Sep. 22

Lake County RV Outlet Show at the Lake County Fairgrounds

9/20/24 - 9/22/24
Admission is FREE....
Explore Events @ Lake County Fairgrounds & Event Center

Sep. 20 - Sep. 22

A Bushel of Apples Fall Fest

9/20/24 - 9/22/24
Three days of food, music, fall activities for the kids, and of course, P3 ...
Explore Events @ Paulus Park

Sep. 21 - Sep. 22

Pollinator and Flower Fest at Kroll's Fall Harvest Farm

9/21/24 - 9/22/24
Due to some delays with the corn maze, Kroll's Fall Harvest Farm i...
Explore Events @ Kroll's Fall Harvest Farm

Sep. 22

Riverside Foundation 3rd Annual Oktoberfest 5K Run/Walk at Half Day Brewing

9/22/24
Join in for a 5k run / walk through the beautiful streets of Lincolnshire. ...
Explore Events @ Half Day Brewing Company

Sep. 22

Bill Uhler Live at the Biergarten

9/22/24
Bill Uhler LIVE at the Lakefront Biergarten!...
Explore Events @ Harbor Brewing Co. Lakefront Craft Biergarten at North Point Marina

Sep. 22

La Muchacha and La Sonora Mazuren at James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts

9/22/24
Celebrate Latinx Heritage Month with CLC! Join us for a party featuring two...
Explore Events @ James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts at the College of Lake County