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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

Great Highwood Pumpkin Festival and Skeleton Invasion
Great Highwood Pumpkin Festival and Skeleton Invasion
Fox Lake Pumpkin Jubilee
Fox Lake Pumpkin Jubilee
Gypsy: A Musical Fable at the Marriott Theatre in Lincolnshire
Gypsy: A Musical Fable at the Marriott Theatre in Lincolnshire
Dungeon of Doom Haunted House in Zion
Dungeon of Doom Haunted House in Zion
DIY Scarecrow Day in Historic Downtown Long Grove
DIY Scarecrow Day in Historic Downtown Long Grove

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Oktober Fest at Half Day Brewing
Oktober Fest at Half Day Brewing
09/16/23 - 10/03/23
Join in for Oktoberfest! September 16-October 3, they are bringing back the...

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Spanish Heritage Month
Spanish Heritage Month
10/03/23
Spanish Heritage Month is a celebration of the rich history, culture, and c...

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Paint Nite - Fall Blaze at North Shore Distillery
Paint Nite - Fall Blaze at North Shore Distillery
10/04/23
Come join us for a fun session and create your own work of art with Brooke ...

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Drag Queen Trivia at Nightshade and Dark's Pandemonium Brewing
Drag Queen Trivia at Nightshade and Dark's Pandemonium Brewing
10/04/23
Trivia doesn't have to be a drag, but it's more fun when it is! Wed...

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Cheryl Rodey at Tighthead
Cheryl Rodey at Tighthead
10/05/23
A Chicagoland local, Cheryl Rodey is a vocal powerhouse, songwriter, and fu...

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Autumn Harvest Salmon
Autumn Harvest Salmon
10/05/23
oin us for a delicious cooking class featuring fresh salmon and a range of ...

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The Righteous Brothers at Genesee Theatre
The Righteous Brothers at Genesee Theatre
10/05/23
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame legends The Righteous Brothers produced some o...

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Beer Garden Music Nights: Kraig Kenning
Beer Garden Music Nights: Kraig Kenning
10/05/23
Enjoy local brews as live music is performed by local artists. Join in f...

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Scarecrow Fest at Central Park Pavilion
Scarecrow Fest at Central Park Pavilion
10/05/23
Build and decorate your family or group scarecrow! Your creation will li...

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Great Lakes Brewing Beer Dinners at Wildfire
Great Lakes Brewing Beer Dinners at Wildfire
10/05/23
Join in for a fall beer dinner featuring a custom four-course menu each pai...

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Soul Kitchen at Mickey Finns
Soul Kitchen at Mickey Finns
10/06/23
New tunes, tasty vibes, Good People! Soul Kitchen returns to the Mickey Fin...

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Jim Green Live at Roaring Table
Jim Green Live at Roaring Table
10/06/23
Jim Green performing live in support of his new record titled "Tethere...

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Christopher Cross at Genesee Theatre
Christopher Cross at Genesee Theatre
10/06/23
Five-time Grammy® Award winner Christopher Cross was the first artist i...

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Lunch & Learn with Chef Lindsey
Lunch & Learn with Chef Lindsey
10/06/23
“TGIF! Lunch & Learn around MindBody Nutrition with Chef Lindsey&...

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First Friday on MainStreet Libertyville
First Friday on MainStreet Libertyville
10/06/23
Perhaps a wine tasting, special discounts or live music and refreshments wh...

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Too Hype Crew - 90's & 00's Hip Hop Party at Impact Fuel Room
Too Hype Crew - 90's & 00's Hip Hop Party at Impact Fuel Room
10/06/23
More than a party band, more than a tribute band, Too Hype Crew is a full-b...

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Snack and Paint with Mom at Susanna Farm
Snack and Paint with Mom at Susanna Farm
10/06/23
This is a painting class. Mom will paint the picture on the right, and the ...

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American Aid Society of German Descendents Oktober Fest in Lake Villa
American Aid Society of German Descendents Oktober Fest in Lake Villa
09/23/23 - 10/07/23
Three Saturdays of celebration....

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Pint of Music Grant Milliren
Pint of Music Grant Milliren
10/07/23
Grant Milliren is an American born singer-songwriter & multi-instrument...

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The Westerlees
The Westerlees
10/07/23
Old-timey Hot Jazz and Western Swing music featuring all the underground hi...

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Gale Gand – Bean Class – Vanilla, Chocolate, and Coffee
Gale Gand – Bean Class – Vanilla, Chocolate, and Coffee
10/07/23
Gale Gand is an American pastry chef, cookbook author, and television perso...

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Harvest Delight Cornish Game Hens!
Harvest Delight Cornish Game Hens!
10/07/23
Join our “Harvest Delight” cooking class and learn how to cook ...

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18th Annual Healthy Lifestyle Expo at Patty Turner Center in Deerfield
18th Annual Healthy Lifestyle Expo at Patty Turner Center in Deerfield
10/07/23
The DBR Chamber and the Patty Turner Center are excited to bring you the 18...

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Emo Night at Impact Fuel Room
Emo Night at Impact Fuel Room
10/07/23
ALL AMERICAN THROWBACKS IS THE ULTIMATE PARTY BAND PLAYING YOUR FAVORITE TH...

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Zion Fire-Rescue Department
Zion Fire-Rescue Department
10/07/23
Mark your calendars for Saturday, October 7! Visit our Open House for fun e...

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Pumpkin Jubilee in Fox Lake
Pumpkin Jubilee in Fox Lake
10/07/23
Join the Village of Fox Lake for a day of Fall fun at the Community Garden ...

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Brian Setzer Rockabilly Riot! at Genesee Theatre
Brian Setzer Rockabilly Riot! at Genesee Theatre
10/07/23
Iconic guitarist, songwriter, vocalist, and 3-time Grammy award-winner BRIA...

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DIY Scarecrow Day in Historic Downtown Long Grove
DIY Scarecrow Day in Historic Downtown Long Grove
10/07/23
The suburb’s biggest homage to scarecrow-making returns again to Hist...

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Round Lake Beach Fall Festival
Round Lake Beach Fall Festival
10/07/23
Get ready for Round Lake Beach's Fall Festival! This year, we're...

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Fox Lake Pumpkin Jubilee
Fox Lake Pumpkin Jubilee
10/07/23
Join the Village of Fox Lake for a day of Fall fun at the Community Garden ...

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Walk With Me with SOUL Harbor Ranch Therapy Animals at Deer Park Town Center
"Walk With Me" with SOUL Harbor Ranch Therapy Animals at Deer Park Town Center
05/14/23 - 10/08/23
The SOUL Harbour Ranch Animal Therapy Program is proud to partner with Deer...

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The Mousetrap at Citadel Theatre
The Mousetrap at Citadel Theatre
10/04/23 - 10/08/23
THE WORLD'S LONGEST-RUNNING PLAY: Agatha Christie's THE MOUSETRAP i...

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Great Highwood Pumpkin Fest & Great Highwood Skeleton Invasion
Great Highwood Pumpkin Fest & Great Highwood Skeleton Invasion
10/06/23 - 10/08/23
The Great Highwood Pumpkin Festival will again feature the popular Skeleton...

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47th Annual Art of Jazz Concert Series featuring Tim Hagans
47th Annual "Art of Jazz" Concert Series featuring Tim Hagans
10/08/23
The 47th Annual Art of Jazz Concert Series features Tim Hagans, an American...

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Jazz Wave at Nightshade & Dark's
Jazz Wave at Nightshade & Dark's
10/08/23
Waukegan's own 18 Piece Big Band JAZZ WAVE Turns Nightshade and Dark...

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Vintage Market at The Lot
Vintage Market at The Lot
10/08/23
A Vintage Market is coming to the City of Highland Park’s alfresco en...

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Walk with Me” w/Soul Harbour Ranch Therapy Animals
Walk with Me” w/Soul Harbour Ranch Therapy Animals
10/08/23
The SOUL Harbour Ranch Animal Therapy Program is proud to partner with Deer...

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Celtic Thunder: Odyssey at Genesee Theatre
Celtic Thunder: Odyssey at Genesee Theatre
10/08/23
Celtic Thunder: Odyssey takes you on a musical journey through beloved Iris...

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Improve Workshops At BCB
Improve Workshops At BCB
10/10/23
Improv training helps you gain more self-confidence, think quicker, and bec...

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Beelow's Wine Dinner
Beelow's Wine Dinner
10/10/23
Welcome to Beelow’s. My family has lived in Lake County since the ear...

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Toddler Time Halloween Party
Toddler Time Halloween Party
10/11/23
Join in for a Halloween-themed story time, a craft based on the story you j...

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Beer Garden Music Nights: Todd Donnelly
Beer Garden Music Nights: Todd Donnelly
10/11/23
Enjoy local brews as live music is performed by local artists. Join in f...

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Joyful Gourmet Fall Pasta Class
Joyful Gourmet Fall Pasta Class
10/12/23
During this hands-on cooking class, you’ll learn to create an in...

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Beer Garden Music Nights: Liz Berg
Beer Garden Music Nights: Liz Berg
10/12/23
Enjoy local brews as live music is performed by local artists. Join in f...

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Star 102.3 Radio Remote Sponsored by the Lake County Libation Trail and the Spooks & Spirits Check-In Challenge
Star 102.3 Radio Remote Sponsored by the Lake County Libation Trail and the Spooks & Spirits Check-In Challenge
10/12/23
The night’s live musical artist will be Liz Berg, she is known to be ...

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Mystery Book Group
Mystery Book Group
10/12/23
Register and join in person or on Zoom to indulge your inner detective! ...

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Witches Night Out in Historic Downtown Long Grove
Witches Night Out in Historic Downtown Long Grove
10/12/23
Village merchants on October 12 will stay open late (5-8 p.m.) for gro...

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Lake Bluff Farmers Market
Lake Bluff Farmers Market
06/09/23 - 10/13/23
From produce, proteins and pastries to flowers, cheese and more, the Lake B...

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Pint of Music - Ryan Burns
Pint of Music - Ryan Burns
10/13/23
Ryan Burns is a Chicago-based indie folk musician with a distinctive sound ...

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Cozy Fall Baking at Joyful Gourmet
Cozy Fall Baking at Joyful Gourmet
10/13/23
This hands on class is sure to delight! Chef Laura will help you prepare th...

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Roll Your Own Sushi Class at Joyful Gourmet
Roll Your Own Sushi Class at Joyful Gourmet
10/13/23
hef Mario is back to teach you the art of rolling your own sushi. Bring you...

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Elton Dan and The Rocket Band at Impact Fuel Room
Elton Dan and The Rocket Band at Impact Fuel Room
10/13/23
Impact Fuel Room & NTL Productions present Elton Dan and The Rocket Ban...

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iLuminate at Genesee Theatre
iLuminate at Genesee Theatre
10/13/23
If iLuminate sounds familiar, it should. Established in 2009, this electrif...

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Wine Pairing Dinner: Oktoberfest at Vigneto del Bino Winery
Wine Pairing Dinner: Oktoberfest at Vigneto del Bino Winery
10/13/23
Pairing Dinner with a Pumpkin Theme! $54.95/per person +tax includes: 4 ...

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Deerfield Farmers Market
Deerfield Farmers Market
06/10/23 - 10/14/23
Join In Every Saturday Morning at the Deerfield Farmers Market June 10 &nda...

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Stews and Brews at The Lot
Stews and Brews at The Lot
10/13/23 - 10/14/23
The City of Highland Park’s new alfresco entertainment space The Lot ...

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Fire and Ice with The Lake County Symphony Orchestra
"Fire and Ice" with The Lake County Symphony Orchestra
10/14/23
Lake County Symphony Orchestra - Special Event "Fire and Ice" ...

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Taylor and Mane at Mickey Finns
Taylor and Mane at Mickey Finns
10/14/23
Taylor & Mane brings their high energy mix of 80s & 90s rock and po...

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Des Plaines River Trail Races
Des Plaines River Trail Races
10/14/23
Welcome to the 13th edition of the DPR Trail Half Marathon, Marathon, 50Km&...

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Wine Pairing Dinner: Oktoberfest at Vigneto del Bino Winery
Wine Pairing Dinner: Oktoberfest at Vigneto del Bino Winery
10/14/23
Pairing Dinner with a Pumpkin Theme! $54.95/per person +tax includes: 4 ...

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Craft Beer Walk and Brunch in Antioch
Craft Beer Walk and Brunch in Antioch
10/14/23
Antioch's popular Beer Walk has been enhanced to feature CRAFT BEE...

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Food Truck Series at Deer Park Town Center
Food Truck Series at Deer Park Town Center
10/14/23
Join in Saturday, October 14, 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. for the last Deer Park F...

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14th Annual Unmask the Violence Gala
14th Annual Unmask the Violence Gala
10/14/23
The 14th Annual Unmask the Violence Gala will take place In Person on Satur...

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Brunch and Mimosas
Brunch and Mimosas
10/14/23
Join this hands on class and learn the secrets to homemade corned beef hash...

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Fall Cake Decorating – Hands On! At Joyful Gourmet
Fall Cake Decorating – Hands On! At Joyful Gourmet
10/14/23
Learn how to decorate a fall themed cake. You will have a couple of differe...

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A Fairy Halloween at Brothers' Field
A Fairy Halloween at Brothers' Field
10/14/23
A Live Show, Food, Bounce Houses, Horses, VIP Meet and Greet, Wagon Rides, ...

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Food Truck Series at Deer Park Town Center
Food Truck Series at Deer Park Town Center
10/14/23
Calling all Foodies! The Food Trucks are returning to Deer Park Town Center...

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Sugar Skull: A Dia de Muertos Musical Adventure at Genesee Theatre
Sugar Skull: A Dia de Muertos Musical Adventure at Genesee Theatre
10/14/23
Struggling to connect with her Mexican heritage, 12-year-old Vita Flores th...

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Halloween Cookie Decorating at Jewett Park
Halloween Cookie Decorating at Jewett Park
10/14/23
Get into the spooky spirit with Halloween cookies! Adults and older kids ar...

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Ghost Stories at Volo Bog State Natural Area
Ghost Stories at Volo Bog State Natural Area
10/14/23
Stories begin at 3 pm  Registration in advance is required at Frien...

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Chain O' Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce Wine and Beer Walk
Chain O' Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce Wine and Beer Walk
10/14/23
Get your tickets for the October 14th Wine and Beer Walk in Grand Style, as...

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Halloween Fall Fest
Halloween Fall Fest
10/14/23
The Gurnee Park District, in partnership with the Village of Gurnee, i...

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Green Town on the Rocks Opening Day
Green Town on the Rocks Opening Day
05/10/23 - 10/15/23
Start of a new season at the Waukegan Harbor and a new season for Green Tow...

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Buffalo Grove Farmers Market
Buffalo Grove Farmers Market
06/18/23 - 10/15/23
The Buffalo Grove Farmers Market runs Sundays from June 18 through Oct...

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Gypsy: A Musical Fable at the Marriott Theatre
Gypsy: A Musical Fable at the Marriott Theatre
08/23/23 - 10/15/23
Gypsy, directed by Victor Malana Maog and choreographed by Stephanie Klemon...

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The Mousetrap at Citadel Theatre
The Mousetrap at Citadel Theatre
09/13/23 - 10/15/23
THE WORLD'S LONGEST-RUNNING PLAY: Agatha Christie's THE MOUSETRAP i...

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The Mousetrap at Citadel Theatre
The Mousetrap at Citadel Theatre
10/11/23 - 10/15/23
THE WORLD'S LONGEST-RUNNING PLAY: Agatha Christie's THE MOUSETRAP i...

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Make Your Own Glass Pumpkins at Peter Patterson Glassworks
Make Your Own Glass Pumpkins at Peter Patterson Glassworks
10/14/23 - 10/15/23
Make for gifts or for yourself.  They look lovely on the Halloween...

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Illinois Orchid Society Fall Show & Sale at the Chicago Botanic Garden
Illinois Orchid Society Fall Show & Sale at the Chicago Botanic Garden
10/14/23 - 10/15/23
Presented by the Illinois Orchid Society, this show will feature artistical...

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THE GLUTEN-FREE & ALLERGEN FRIENDLY EXPO
THE GLUTEN-FREE & ALLERGEN FRIENDLY EXPO
10/14/23 - 10/15/23
Get access to products and community resources, both in-person and online. ...

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Repair and Reinvent: Recycled Art Workshop with Sandra Bacon and John Hatlestad
Repair and Reinvent: Recycled Art Workshop with Sandra Bacon and John Hatlestad
10/14/23 - 10/15/23
Bring your Recycled purchases and turn your discovery into something new! T...

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Refresh, Re-Do, Recycle! Millinery Workshop with Veronica Chin
Refresh, Re-Do, Recycle! Millinery Workshop with Veronica Chin
10/14/23 - 10/15/23
For this class, students are invited to bring their ‘tired,’ po...

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College of Lake County Wind Ensemble Presents Works of John Philip Sousa, William Bolcom, Eric Whitacre, Steven Reineke, and Clifton Williams, along with a Symphonic Suite from the Motion Picture Jurassic World
College of Lake County Wind Ensemble Presents Works of John Philip Sousa, William Bolcom, Eric Whitacre, Steven Reineke, and Clifton Williams, along with a Symphonic Suite from the Motion Picture Jurassic World
10/15/23
The CLC Wind Ensemble, our premiere concert ensemble, performs classical an...

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Second Annual Sunrise Walks at the Lake County JCC
Second Annual Sunrise Walks at the Lake County JCC
10/15/23
To ensure summers are magical for these kids, JCC Chicago launched Sunrise ...

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Wheat Wreaths at Harbor Brewing
Wheat Wreaths at Harbor Brewing
10/15/23
Sip hops & learn to make your own dried wheat wreath - perfect for your...

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Songs and Stories: Nathaniel Stampley in Concert
Songs and Stories: Nathaniel Stampley in Concert
10/15/23
Marriott Theatre favorite Nathaniel Stampley takes the stage in an intimate...

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Cookie Decorating Class – Cute Halloween!
Cookie Decorating Class – Cute Halloween!
10/15/23
Beautiful cookie creations are not as hard as you think! You will practice ...

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Pet Costume Parade at Historic Downtown Long Grove
Pet Costume Parade at Historic Downtown Long Grove
10/15/23
Pets throughout the region are invited to don their best Halloween duds and...

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Joyful Cuisine Series – Learn New Ways to Use Corn in Cooking!
Joyful Cuisine Series – Learn New Ways to Use Corn in Cooking!
10/17/23
Corn, also known as maize, is one of the most commonly grown crops in the U...

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Drag Queen Trivia at Nightshade and Dark's Pandemonium Brewing
Drag Queen Trivia at Nightshade and Dark's Pandemonium Brewing
10/18/23
Trivia doesn't have to be a drag, but it's more fun when it is! Wed...

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MainStreet Libertyville Farmers Market
MainStreet Libertyville Farmers Market
06/01/23 - 10/19/23
In 2023, MainStreet Libertyville is celebrating their 43nd year in operatio...

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***SOLD OUT***Ghost Wauk Tours at Genesee Theatre
***SOLD OUT***Ghost Wauk Tours at Genesee Theatre
10/11/23 - 10/19/23
***SOLD OUT*** Ever since The Genesee opened in 1927, claims of ghost si...

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Witches Night Out in Antioch
Witches Night Out in Antioch
10/19/23
Grab your brooms Ladies and fly to downtown Antioch, IL for a night of cack...

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Ghost Wauk Tours at Genesee Theatre
Ghost Wauk Tours at Genesee Theatre
10/19/23
Ever since The Genesee opened in 1927, claims of ghost sightings and supern...

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Girls Night Out Mainstreet Libertyville
Girls Night Out Mainstreet Libertyville
10/19/23
Get your gal pals together and head to downtown Libertyville for an unforge...

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Beer Garden Music Nights: Kraig Kenning
Beer Garden Music Nights: Kraig Kenning
10/19/23
Enjoy local brews as live music is performed by local artists. Join in f...

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Pumpkin Fest in Grayslake
Pumpkin Fest in Grayslake
10/19/23
Bring the kids for an evening of festive fall fun! Event will include: Hal...

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A Conversation with Diane Wilson
A Conversation with Diane Wilson
10/19/23
Register and join in the Hughes Theater at Gorton for a thoughtful and comp...

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Wine Pairing Dinner: Oktoberfest at Vigneto del Bino Winery
Wine Pairing Dinner: Oktoberfest at Vigneto del Bino Winery
10/20/23
Pairing Dinner with a Pumpkin Theme! $54.95/per person +tax includes: 4 ...

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Bachman Turner Overdrive: Back in Overdrive at Genesee Theatre
Bachman Turner Overdrive: Back in Overdrive at Genesee Theatre
10/20/23
After a nearly 20-year hiatus, Bachman-Turner Overdrive is making a comebac...

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Fox Lake Murder Mystery
Fox Lake Murder Mystery
10/20/23
On Friday, October 20, 2023 the Village of Fox Lake will host a Murder Myst...

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Cooking with Wine at Joyful Gourmet
Cooking with Wine at Joyful Gourmet
10/20/23
Cooking with wine is a great way to add depth of flavor to your dishes. Ton...

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Simply Elton at Primo
Simply Elton at Primo
10/20/23
Simply Elton-A Tribute to Elton John returns to The Parlor Speakeasy at Pri...

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Women of Pop at Impact Fuel Room
Women of Pop at Impact Fuel Room
10/20/23
BTB is the Midwest's only tribute to P!NK, Gwen Stefani, and Lady Gaga....

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Monster Mash Costume Party
Monster Mash Costume Party
10/20/23
Dress-up your little goblin, superhero or fairy for this Halloween Monster ...

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Halloween Hikes at Ryerson Woods
Halloween Hikes at Ryerson Woods
10/20/23 - 10/21/23
***REGISTRATION IS FULL*** ***Email [email protected] wi...

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Pint of Music - Wait, What?
Pint of Music - Wait, What?
10/21/23
Wait, What? is your go-to cover band covering all of your favorite alternat...

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Halloween Hoopla: Halloween Family Fun Fest
Halloween Hoopla: Halloween Family Fun Fest
10/21/23
Join in for an afternoon of Halloween fun featuring kid’s games, a ha...

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Fall Bash at Deer Park Town Center
Fall Bash at Deer Park Town Center
10/21/23
Enjoy an afternoon with family-friendly activities at Deer Park Town Center...

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Build Your Own Frittata, French Toast Bread Pudding, and Mimosas at Joyful Gourmet
Build Your Own Frittata, French Toast Bread Pudding, and Mimosas at Joyful Gourmet
10/21/23
Join in for the delicious brunch class where you will learn to create a fab...

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Knife Skills at Joyful Gourmet
Knife Skills at Joyful Gourmet
10/21/23
A good knife is an essential tool in the kitchen. This beginner’s cla...

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ZombieWauk in Waukegan
ZombieWauk in Waukegan
10/21/23
ArtWauk is the monthly celebration of all arts in downtown Waukegan. But in...

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ArtWauk in Waukegan
ArtWauk in Waukegan
10/21/23
ArtWauk is the monthly celebration of all arts in downtown Waukegan. Eac...

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Mundelein Boo Bash Trunk or Treat
Mundelein Boo Bash Trunk or Treat
10/21/23
This is a free (for residents, $5 for non-residents) Halloween pre-register...

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Fall Bash at Deer Park Town Center
Fall Bash at Deer Park Town Center
10/21/23
Enjoy an afternoon with family-friendly activities at Deer Park Town Center...

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Fall Leaves Workshop at Jewett Park
Fall Leaves Workshop at Jewett Park
10/21/23
In this autumnal art workshop led by Susie Mason, students will create a fa...

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Journey Tribute at Impact Fuel Room
Journey Tribute at Impact Fuel Room
10/21/23
Impact Fuel Room & NTL Productions present Journey Tribute: Escape Sat,...

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The Carousel of Possible Dreams
The Carousel of Possible Dreams
10/21/23
5– 6:30 p.m. Tours of the Sanfilippo Estate The Sanfilippo &ld...

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2023 Go Waukegan Zombie Walk
2023 Go Waukegan Zombie Walk
10/21/23
The Waukegan Park District is hosting the 2023 GO WAUKEGAN Zombie Walk on S...

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Andy Grammar at Genesee Theatre
Andy Grammar at Genesee Theatre
10/21/23
Multi-platinum recording artist Andy Grammer is back on the road with The N...

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Night of 1,000 Jack-o'-Lanterns at Chicago Botanic Garden
Night of 1,000 Jack-o'-Lanterns at Chicago Botanic Garden
10/11/23 - 10/22/23
Monstrous vibes meet crisp fall evenings at Night of 1,000 Jack-o'-Lant...

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Celebration Dia de Muertos/Day of the Dead at the Jack Benny Center
Celebration Dia de Muertos/Day of the Dead at the Jack Benny Center
10/21/23 - 10/22/23
The Waukegan Park District and Academia Cultural Xilotl are partnering to c...

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Midwest Daffodil Society Bulb Sale at Chicago Botanic Garden
Midwest Daffodil Society Bulb Sale at Chicago Botanic Garden
10/21/23 - 10/22/23
Hundreds of varieties of daffodil bulbs will be available for purchase. Fin...

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Make Your Own Glass Pumpkins at Peter Patterson Glassworks
Make Your Own Glass Pumpkins at Peter Patterson Glassworks
10/21/23 - 10/22/23
Make for gifts or for yourself.  They look lovely on the Halloween...

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Warren Special Recreation Association's Trunk or Treat
Warren Special Recreation Association's Trunk or Treat
10/22/23
Join WSRA as they partner with local businesses and groups to for a fu...

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Jazz Wave at Nightshade & Dark's
Jazz Wave at Nightshade & Dark's
10/22/23
Waukegan's own 18 Piece Big Band JAZZ WAVE Turns Nightshade and Dark...

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Black Violin at Genesee Theatre
Black Violin at Genesee Theatre
10/22/23
Fans can’t get enough of Black Violin! The classical hip-hop duo retu...

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Fox Lake Halloween Howl
Fox Lake Halloween Howl
10/23/23
Join the Village of Fox Lake Police Department on Monday, October 23, 2023 ...

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Improve Workshops at BCB
Improve Workshops at BCB
10/24/23
Improv training helps you gain more self-confidence, think quicker, and bec...

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Joyful Cuisine – One Pasta, Two Sauces at Joyful Gourmet
Joyful Cuisine – One Pasta, Two Sauces at Joyful Gourmet
10/24/23
In this pasta class you will be making fettuccine nodles from scratch and t...

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Mary Shelley and the Intricate Riddle of Life
Mary Shelley and the Intricate Riddle of Life
10/25/23
Register and join reenactor Debra Ann Miller in person to peek into the lif...

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Chicago Showcase at Patty Turner Center
Chicago Showcase at Patty Turner Center
10/25/23
Join us at the Patty Turner Center for our evening music concert series, Ch...

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38 Special at Genesee Theatre
38 Special at Genesee Theatre
10/26/23
80s arena rock band 38 Special has been rockin' into the night since si...

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Autumn Harvest Pork Chops at Joyful Gourmet
Autumn Harvest Pork Chops at Joyful Gourmet
10/26/23
Indulge in the flavors of fall with our mouthwatering menu. The perfect com...

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Boo Bash at Gurnee Mills
Boo Bash at Gurnee Mills
10/26/23
Come in and join us on Thursday, October 26th from 5-7pm for mall-wide tric...

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Meet the Brewer: Phase Three Brewing
Meet the Brewer: Phase Three Brewing
10/26/23
Learn about the brewery behind the beer as we engage in a tasting of variou...

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Happy Hour with Lambs Farm
Happy Hour with Lambs Farm
10/26/23
Join on Thursday, October 26 at North Shore Distillery from 6- 9 p.m. ...

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Primo Italian American Cusine - SpeakEasy
Primo Italian American Cusine - SpeakEasy
10/27/23
Rutledge & Brock perform in the SpeakEasy!...

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Trick or Treat at Historic Downtown Long Grove
Trick or Treat at Historic Downtown Long Grove
10/27/23
Downtown Long Grove business doors will open from 3 pm to 5 pm on October 2...

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Oktoberfest at Joyful Gourmet
Oktoberfest at Joyful Gourmet
10/27/23
Learn to cook traditional German dishes with this fun Oktoberfest class! Al...

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Retro Dance at Primo
Retro Dance at Primo
10/27/23
Retro Dance Party is back by popular demand! Join us for our Retro Party in...

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Lincolnshire's Annual Boo Bash
Lincolnshire's Annual Boo Bash
10/27/23
Along with pumpkin decorating, haunted house and trail, Boo Bash offers are...

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Halloween Trail of Treats at Zion Park District
Halloween Trail of Treats at Zion Park District
10/27/23
Mark your calendars for Trail of Treats! Join us on Friday, October 27, for...

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Local Legends: Milhouse & Charlie Foxtrot at Impact Fuel Room
Local Legends: Milhouse & Charlie Foxtrot at Impact Fuel Room
10/27/23
Remember when it wasn't about one genre? You needed it all; dance, rock...

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Vernon Hills Fall Fest
Vernon Hills Fall Fest
10/27/23
Bring your ghosts and goblins to the annual spooktacular family event featu...

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Emo Orchestra featuring Hawthorne Heights at Genesee Theatre
Emo Orchestra featuring Hawthorne Heights at Genesee Theatre
10/27/23
The biggest emo hits performed with a live orchestra for an all-new experie...

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Long Grove Historical Society's Annual Ghost Walk
Long Grove Historical Society's Annual Ghost Walk
10/27/23
Fancy a creepy historical walk around the coolest downtown in Lake County? ...

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Trick or Treat on MainStreet Libertyville
Trick or Treat on MainStreet Libertyville
10/27/23
Trick or Treat in the perfect safe and secure environment – the store...

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Hasta La Muerte: A Day of the Dead Show by Las Cafeteras
Hasta La Muerte: A Day of the Dead Show by Las Cafeteras
10/27/23
Honoring the ancestral Mexican practice of celebrating life and death, this...

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The Legend of Sleepy Hollow at Three Brothers Theatre
"The Legend of Sleepy Hollow" at Three Brothers Theatre
10/06/23 - 10/28/23
JOIN IN THIS FALL FOR THIS SPOOKY ADAPTATION OF THE WASHINGTON IRVING CLASS...

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Peppa Pig's Sing-Along Party at the Genesee Theatre
Peppa Pig's Sing-Along Party at the Genesee Theatre
10/28/23
Peppa, George, Mummy and Daddy Pig are back with Peppa Pig's Sing-Along...

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Pint of Music - Mid Atlantic at BCB
Pint of Music - Mid Atlantic at BCB
10/28/23
Mid Atlantic are a guitar and mandolin trio singing rock, pop, and folk fav...

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The Mysterious Mask: A Night of Mystery with The Lake County Symphony Orchestra
"The Mysterious Mask: A Night of Mystery" with The Lake County Symphony Orchestra
10/28/23
"The Mysterious Mask: A Night of Mystery"  Date: Saturday...

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Curt's Cafe 11th Annual Gala
Curt's Cafe 11th Annual Gala
10/28/23
11th Annual Gala on October 28, 2023 at the Highland Park Community House. ...

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Lake Bluff PTO Pumpkin Chase
Lake Bluff PTO Pumpkin Chase
10/28/23
This year's Lake Bluff PTO Pumpkin Chase 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run is on Sa...

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Halloween Moonlight Madness Gala
Halloween Moonlight Madness Gala
10/28/23
With their Collection of antique music machines dating from the mid 1800s, ...

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Donuts at Joyful Gourmet
Donuts at Joyful Gourmet
10/28/23
Take a class on how to make delicious, homemade donuts! Learn how to make a...

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Macarons at Joyful Gourmet
Macarons at Joyful Gourmet
10/28/23
Macarons are made with Almond Flour, Egg whites, sugar and vanilla, Chef La...

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Gnocchi - at Joyful Gourmet
Gnocchi - at Joyful Gourmet
10/28/23
Here’s an opportunity to make some gnocchi from scratch with the assi...

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Svenngoolie Meet & Greet at Volo Museum
Svenngoolie Meet & Greet at Volo Museum
10/28/23
Volo Museum is terrified to present - Svengoolie! Svengoolie has been the p...

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Waukegan Halloween Trick or Treat Trail
Waukegan Halloween Trick or Treat Trail
10/28/23
Celebrate Halloween with the Waukegan Park District at the 2023 Halloween T...

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Halloween with Bella Cain
Halloween with Bella Cain
10/28/23
Impact Fuel Room & NTL Productions present Halloween with Bella Cain Sa...

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2nd Reception: Janet Trierweiler Small Works: Gestural Abstract Paintings
2nd Reception: Janet Trierweiler Small Works: Gestural Abstract Paintings
10/28/23
Janet Trierweiler Small Works: Gestural Abstract Paintings Opening Re...

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Halloween Costume Dinner at Feather Glass Wine Bar and Eatery
Halloween Costume Dinner at Feather Glass Wine Bar and Eatery
10/28/23
Join from 6-9 p.m. at Feather Glass Wine Bar & Eatery for a fun costume...

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Trick or Treat on the Farm at Lambs Farm
Trick or Treat on the Farm at Lambs Farm
10/28/23
Trick-or-treat with your favorite Farmyard friends, learn about all kinds o...

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Par King Skill Golf in Lincolnshire Opens for the Season
Par King Skill Golf in Lincolnshire Opens for the Season
04/02/23 - 10/29/23
Par-King will be opening for the season in April of 2023. 2023 season wi...

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Lambs Farm Farmyard Open for the Season
Lambs Farm Farmyard Open for the Season
04/07/23 - 10/29/23
Mark your calendars for April 7, the opening day of the farmyard season! ...

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SeptOberFest at the Beer Garden at Independence Grove Forest Preserve
SeptOberFest at the Beer Garden at Independence Grove Forest Preserve
09/01/23 - 10/29/23
As the days grow cooler, the Lake County Forest Preserves has planned a var...

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Richardson Adventure Farm Corn Maze
Richardson Adventure Farm Corn Maze
09/09/23 - 10/29/23
Richardson Adventure Farm in Spring Grove, Illinois Our name says it all! ...

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Happy Times Pumpkin Fest at Didier Farms
Happy Times Pumpkin Fest at Didier Farms
09/16/23 - 10/29/23
Excited to carry on the traditions that your family knows and loves at Happ...

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Six Flags Oktoberfest Food Festival
Six Flags Oktoberfest Food Festival
09/16/23 - 10/29/23
As the cool, crisp air approaches, there’s no better way to head into...

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Kids BOO Fest at Six Flags Great America
Kids BOO Fest at Six Flags Great America
09/16/23 - 10/29/23
Between Six Flags Great America park opening and 6 p.m., Kids BOO Fest rule...

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Realm of Terror Haunted House in Round Lake Beach
Realm of Terror Haunted House in Round Lake Beach
09/29/23 - 10/29/23
The house is alive and hungry for its next victim…you! Back for i...

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Jack-O-Lantern World in Lake Zurich
Jack-O-Lantern World in Lake Zurich
09/29/23 - 10/29/23
Gather your friends and family and take a journey through the “Jack O...

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Gurnee Trick or Treat Hours
Gurnee Trick or Treat Hours
10/29/23
The Village of Gurnee encourages the community to have fun this Halloween b...

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Trick or Treat Village of Round Lake
Trick or Treat Village of Round Lake
10/29/23
Trick-or-Treat hours for the Village of Round Lake will be from 1-5 pm on O...

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Trick or Treat Waukegan
Trick or Treat Waukegan
10/29/23
Waukegan Trick-or-Treat Sunday, October 29, 2023 Waukegan's official...

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Tick or Treat Zion
Tick or Treat Zion
10/29/23
Zion Trick or Treating will be October 29, 2023 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm...

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Isaac Mizrahi at James Lumber Performing Arts at the College of Lake County
Isaac Mizrahi at James Lumber Performing Arts at the College of Lake County
10/29/23
Brassy, sassy and sultry, the renowned performer, host, writer, designer, p...

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Bumpkin Pumpkin Festival at Country Bumpkin
Bumpkin Pumpkin Festival at Country Bumpkin
09/23/23 - 10/30/23
Wristbands are $15 and include jumpies, Gold Rush, Straw Maze, Petting Zoo,...

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Ghosts and Haunting Along Lake Michigan
Ghosts and Haunting Along Lake Michigan
10/30/23
Register and join author Troy Taylor on Zoom for an eerie evening of local ...

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Lake County Film Festival - Halloween Night Mystery Film
Lake County Film Festival - Halloween Night Mystery Film
09/15/23 - 10/31/23
Join us for our special Opening Night screening on Halloween! This movie...

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Spooks & Spirits: Lake County Autumn Celebration
Spooks & Spirits: Lake County Autumn Celebration
09/15/23 - 10/31/23
Enjoy a BOOtiful Weekend in Lake County.  Mid-September through Hal...

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Fright Fest presented by Snickers at Six Flags Great America
Fright Fest presented by Snickers at Six Flags Great America
09/16/23 - 10/31/23
Fright Fest, presented by SNICKERS®, is back for select days September ...

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Howl-O-Ween at Great Wolf Lodge Illinois
Howl-O-Ween at Great Wolf Lodge Illinois
09/28/23 - 10/31/23
If just one night of Halloween isn’t enough for you and your little g...

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Dungeon of Doom Haunted House
Dungeon of Doom Haunted House
09/29/23 - 10/31/23
The official Dungeon of Doom Haunted Attraction Page. Top-Rated and longest...

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Spooks & Spirits Check-in Challenge
Spooks & Spirits Check-in Challenge
10/01/23 - 10/31/23
Let’s toast to the Lake County Libation Trail! “It’s five...

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Joyful Cooking – Pork Tenderloin with Fall Apples at Joyful Gourmet
Joyful Cooking – Pork Tenderloin with Fall Apples at Joyful Gourmet
10/31/23
No plans for Halloween? Trick or Treat your taste buds to a delightful and ...

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Lincolnshire Trick or Treat
Lincolnshire Trick or Treat
10/31/23
Halloween Trick-or-Treating Tuesday, October 31, 2023, 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM...

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Drag Queen Trivia at Nightshade and Dark's Pandemonium Brewing
Drag Queen Trivia at Nightshade and Dark's Pandemonium Brewing
11/01/23
Trivia doesn't have to be a drag, but it's more fun when it is! Wed...

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Glenn Raymond: It's Ok Blame The World at Genesee Theatre
Glenn Raymond: It's Ok Blame The World at Genesee Theatre
11/02/23
At a time when some have become hypersensitive to today's storylines, G...

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Boating Season Begins at Waukegan Harbor & Marina
Boating Season Begins at Waukegan Harbor & Marina
04/01/23 - 11/04/23
Take your vessel out on the water and witness the scenic Great Lake: Lake M...

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2023 Lake County Film Festival
2023 Lake County Film Festival
10/31/23 - 11/12/23
The 13th Lake County Film Festival will be held November 3-5 & November...

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Lake County Film Festival in Various Lake County Locations
Lake County Film Festival in Various Lake County Locations
11/02/23 - 11/13/23
The Lake County Film Festival returns to The College Of Lake County for two...

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Holding onto the Small Hands of Detail at the Adler Arts Center
"Holding onto the Small Hands of Detail" at the Adler Arts Center
10/06/23 - 11/20/23
“Holding onto the Small Hands of Details” is a collection of over one hundr...

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Hike Lake County at Lake County Forest Preserves
Hike Lake County at Lake County Forest Preserves
08/15/23 - 11/30/23
The Lake County Forest Preserves has a challenge – or seven of them &...

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Grayslake Fall Farmers Market
Grayslake Fall Farmers Market
09/30/23 - 12/16/23
The Grayslake Farmers Market is a nonprofit organization that fosters a sen...

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First Friday Funnies at Improv Playhouse
First Friday Funnies at Improv Playhouse
02/03/23 - 12/22/23
Join in the laughter as some of the best comedians in the country appear li...

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Improv Comedy Shows in Libertyville
Improv Comedy Shows in Libertyville
02/04/23 - 12/22/23
See side-splitting comedy on the fly at the Improv Playhouse in Libertyvill...

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BYOV at Black Lung Brewing Company
BYOV at Black Lung Brewing Company
11/01/22 - 12/26/23
Come out to Black Lung Brewing Company for Vinyl Night every Tuesday! So...

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Open Mic and Jammy Jam Session
Open Mic and Jammy Jam Session
11/24/22 - 12/28/23
A jam session and open mic EVERY Thursday at 7 p.m.  Hosted by Kent...

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Happy Hour at Zumbier
Happy Hour at Zumbier
02/08/23 - 12/28/23
Specials on all the crushable biers! Wednesdays and Thursdays(before tri...

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Marked By the Sea: Tattoos in the U.S. Navy at National Museum of the American Sailor
Marked By the Sea: Tattoos in the U.S. Navy at National Museum of the American Sailor
05/28/21 - 12/31/23
Discover the history of tattoos with one-of-a-kind artifacts and artwork, a...

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Chicago Botanic Garden Model Railroad Garden
Chicago Botanic Garden Model Railroad Garden
05/13/23 - 12/31/23
Train and garden enthusiasts, young and old, return year after year for the...

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Beautiful: The Carole King Musical at Marriott Theatre
Beautiful: The Carole King Musical at Marriott Theatre
11/01/23 - 12/31/23
The 2023 season will conclude with the soundtrack to a generation, the rece...

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Pub Trivia Night at Tighthead Brewing Company
Pub Trivia Night at Tighthead Brewing Company
01/04/23 - 01/03/24
Grab some friends, pick a team name, and enjoy a fun night of beer and triv...

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Tacos and Trivia at Harbor Brewing Co. Lake Villa
Tacos and Trivia at Harbor Brewing Co. Lake Villa
01/05/23 - 01/04/24
Every Thursday at the Lake Villa Taproom General Trivia hosted by Chicag...

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Trivia Night at Roaring Table Brewery
Trivia Night at Roaring Table Brewery
01/05/23 - 01/04/24
Join them for weekly, free, live team trivia,...

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Team Trivia at The Side Lot
Team Trivia at The Side Lot
01/05/23 - 01/04/24
Join Elephino Trivia Thursday nights at The Side Lot for local beer and foo...

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Live Trivia in the Bierhalle at ZümBier
Live Trivia in the Bierhalle at ZümBier
01/12/23 - 01/04/24
Prizes on each round. Bring your own food or order delivery. It's...

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Trivia Wednesdays at Black Lung Brewing Company
Trivia Wednesdays at Black Lung Brewing Company
01/11/23 - 01/10/24
Trivia every wednesday with Dancing in the Rain DJ! Come have a tasty cr...

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Trivia at Nightshade and Dark's Pandemonium Brewing Company
Trivia at Nightshade and Dark's Pandemonium Brewing Company
01/11/23 - 01/10/24
Wednesdays at 7 p.m....

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Tuesday Night Trivia at Timothy O'Toole's
Tuesday Night Trivia at Timothy O'Toole's
01/01/13 - 02/13/24
Come out to Timothy O'Toole's Pub every Tuesday night for trivia. W...

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Stars on Parade in Mundelein
Stars on Parade in Mundelein
08/17/20 - 08/31/25
A series of 15 fiberglass star sculptures have each been transformed by a d...

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Sails Unfurled: The Dawn of the U.S. Navy, 1775-1865 Exhibit at National Museum of the American Sailor
Sails Unfurled: The Dawn of the U.S. Navy, 1775-1865 Exhibit at National Museum of the American Sailor
01/13/20 - 01/31/30
The National Museum of American Sailor's brand new permanent exhibit: S...

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