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. 10

Music of the Baroque + Dame Jane Glover with Anthony McGill at Ravinia Festival

9/10/24
Music by Johann Sebastian Bach, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, and George Frideri...
Explore Events @ Ravinia Festival

Sep. 10

Autumn Containers at the Garden

9/10/24
Get inspired by the Garden’s fall containers and create a cool-season...
Explore Events @ Chicago Botanic Garden

Sep. 10

Introductory Tour at The Sanfilippo Estate

9/10/24
This tour includes two hours in the Sanfilippo Residence and one hour in th...
Explore Events @ The Sanfilippo Estate

May. 8 - Sep. 11

Park on Park Cruise Night in Mundelein

5/8/24 - 9/11/24
Park-on-Park specializes in pre-1977 vehicles only (NO exceptions). By l...
Explore Events @ Downtown Mundelein

Sep. 11

Crowded House at Ravinia Festival

9/11/24
Founded in Australia in 1985, powerhouse rock group Crowded House's catalog...
Explore Events @ Ravinia Festival

Sep. 11

Paddle and Hops at Independence Grove

9/11/24
Enjoy a leisurely paddle in solo kayaks at Independence Grove as we take in...
Explore Events @ Independence Grove Forest Preserve

Sep. 11

Humpday Happy Hour

9/11/24
All cocktails are $2 off on Wednesdays at North Shore Distillery!...
Explore Events @ North Shore Distillery, LLC

Jun. 20 - Sep. 12

Antioch Farmers Market

6/20/24 - 9/12/24
Local farmers, crafters and other artesians gather each Thursday to offer g...
Explore Events @ Antioch Farmers Market

Sep. 12

Aznavoorian Duo at Ravinia Festival

9/12/24
Ravinia Steans Music Institute alum Ani Aznavoorian, a cellist whose &ldquo...
Explore Events @ Ravinia Festival

Sep. 12

Three Dog Night at the Genesee Theatre

9/12/24
Nobody produced more Top 10 hits from 1969 to 1975 than Three Dog Night. Th...
Explore Events @ Genesee Theatre

Sep. 12

Flight Night Thursdays at North Shore Distillery

9/12/24
Join North Shore Distillery on Thursdays when they offer a creative fl...
Explore Events @ North Shore Distillery, LLC

Sep. 12

Glow Walk- Go Vernon Hills at Century Park

9/12/24
Let’s light up the night! Join Park District staff on a 30 minute ...
Explore Events @ Century Park Pavilion

Sep. 12

Mexican Independence Day with Mariachi Cielito Lindo Presented by Lake County Libation Trail

9/12/24
Experience the vibrant sounds of mariachi Cielito Lindo, a talented family ...
Explore Events @ Independence Grove Forest Preserve

Sep. 12

Lush Ladies: Women in the Alcohol Business Seminar

9/12/24
Throughout history, women have played important roles in the production, an...
Explore Events @ Binny's Beverage Depot

Jun. 7 - Sep. 13

Lake Zurich Farmers Market

6/7/24 - 9/13/24
The Lake Zurich Farmers Market returns this year on Fridays from 6/7-9/13 f...
Explore Events @ Paulus Park

Sep. 13

Joffrey Ballet "Music of Ramsey Lewis and More" at Ravinia Festival

9/13/24
Chicago's own Joffrey Ballet is back in Ravinia's Pavilion for an e...
Explore Events @ Ravinia Festival

Sep. 13

Gavin DeGraw at Genesee Theatre ***NEW DATE***

9/13/24
****NEW DATE*** Multi-platinum recording artist Gavin DeGraw is no stran...
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Sep. 13

Fox Lake Fish Fest: Mayor's Fish Fry

9/13/24
Come join Mayor Donny Schmit on Friday, September 13, 2024 for the May...
Explore Events @ Lakefront Park Building

Sep. 13

Cigars, BBQ, and Bourbon Part 3 at Brothers' Field

9/13/24
Get ready for Part 3 of a series of evenings of indulgence at Brothers'...
Explore Events @ Brothers' Field

Sep. 13

Swifties Under the Stars at the PDHP

9/13/24
Dive into the magic of Taylor Swift’s iconic Eras Tour at Swifties Un...
Explore Events @ Park District of Highland Park

Sep. 13

Uncle Pigeon

9/13/24
LIVE MUSIC: Friday, September 13, 2024 7:00 PM 10:00 PM...
Explore Events @ Tighthead Brewing Company

Sep. 7 - Sep. 14

Marriott Theatre College Audition Intensive

9/7/24 - 9/14/24
Calling all High School Rising Seniors! Prepare your Auditions and Applicat...
Explore Events @ Marriott Theatre Rehearsal Warehouse

Sep. 14

Legions of Craft Beer Festival at Gurnee American Legion Post 771

9/14/24
This September's event will be the 7th Craft Beer Festival, originally ...
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Sep. 14

15th Annual Bourbon & Beer Festival at The Vine

9/14/24
Join the 15th Annual Bourbon & Beer Festival. Started just over...
Explore Events @ The Vine Martini & Wine Bar

Sep. 14

Queen! from Metro and SmartBar Featuring Michael Serafini, Garrett David, Lucy Stoole and Nico at Ravinia Festival

9/14/24
Join smartbar sweethearts and musical contortionists Michael Serafini and G...
Explore Events @ Carousel Stage

Sep. 14

Joffrey Balley: "Rita Finds Home" at Ravinia Festival

9/14/24
As part of Ravinia's Kids Concert Series, the Joffrey Ballet delights a...
Explore Events @ Ravinia Festival

Sep. 14

Decades at The Lot in Highland Park

9/14/24
Turn back the clock as the ultimate musical throwback experience is back in...
Explore Events @ The Lot

Sep. 14

9th Annual George Bridges 5k Run/Walk

9/14/24
The Waukegan Park District will host the 9th Annual George Bridges 5K Run/W...
Explore Events @ Hinkston Park

Sep. 14

Future Innovative Leaders of Lake County Gala

9/14/24
The time has come to secure your tickets for an unforgettable evening at th...
Explore Events @ Encore Banquets

Sep. 14

Fall on the Farm at Lambs Farm

9/14/24
Join in to celebrate the fall season and the Lambs Farm mission at Fal...
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Sep. 14

Back to School Cocktail Class with Mixologist Joy Sykes! 4:30 Start Time

9/14/24
reat yourself to a little happy hour fun with Mixologist Joy Sykes of Pips ...
Explore Events @ The Joyful Gourmet

Sep. 14

Coaster Challenge at Six Flags Great America

9/14/24
Six Flags Great America and Special Olympics Illinois have teamed up for th...
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