Calendar of Events for Lake County, Illinois - Visit Lake County - Official Travel Site

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
Canadian Pacific Holiday Train in Gurnee
Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland at Genesee Theatre
Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland at Genesee Theatre

"The Snow Queen" at Marriott Theatre in Lincolnshire
Miracle on Main Street in Lake Zurich
Miracle on Main Street in Lake Zurich
Winterfest in Mundelein
Winterfest in Mundelein

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Game Night @ Beer Bazaar
11/29/23
Enjoy game night at Beer Bazaar in November. They have a variety of tab...

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Drag Queen Trivia at Nightshade and Dark's Pandemonium Brewing
11/29/23
Trivia doesn't have to be a drag, but it's more fun when it is! Wed...

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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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All About Cooking Demo
11/02/23 - 11/30/23
Join Chef Judy for a free hour of learning all about cooking! Bring your qu...

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November Live Music at The Rivalry Alehouse
11/02/23 - 11/30/23
Ladies Night and Acoustic Music every Thursday night at The Rivalry Alehous...

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COMMUNITY DINNER - Building Hope!
11/30/23
COMMUNITY DINNER - Building Hope at The Art Center Highland Park Thur...

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Art Workshop: Winter Landscape Workshop at Deerfield Park District
11/30/23
November 30 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm In this workshop, we will create frosty ...

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Santa's Arrival Parade at Gurnee Mills
11/30/23
Join on November 30 at 6 p.m. near Entry A welcoming Santa with a live DJ a...

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Chris Isaak: It's Almost Christmas Tour at Genesee Theatre
11/30/23
With his silky vocals, shimmering guitar and smoldering good looks, Ch...

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Live Trivia! @ North Shore Distillery
11/30/23
Join North Shore Distillery for a live, general knowledge trivia game! Game...

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Dueling Pianos at Primo
12/01/23
Dueling Pianos is back by popular demand! New songs! New performers! Same E...

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Navy Band Great Lakes Holiday Concert at Naval Station Great Lakes
12/01/23
Visit Ross Theater at Naval Station Great Lakes to celebrate the holiday se...

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Lincolnshire Lights
12/01/23
Cheers to the holiday season, as Lincolnshire illuminates the night with it...

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Reindeer Hot Cocoa at Lake Forest Public Library
12/01/23
Drop in and make adorable reindeer hot cocoa bundles to enjoy yourself or g...

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First Friday on MainStreet Libertyville
12/01/23
Perhaps a wine tasting, special discounts or live music and refreshments wh...

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Holly Jolly Cocktail Crawl in Lake Zurich
12/01/23
Kick-off the holiday season with a Holly Jolly Pub Crawl on December 1st! S...

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Mundelein Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony
12/01/23
Mundelein's Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony takes place on Friday, Decem...

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First Friday Jazz Night at The Joyful Gourmet
12/01/23
Stop by to check out Jazz Soup – jazz trio (sometimes quartet!), comp...

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Amy Grant and Michael W. Smith Christmas at Genesee Theatre
12/01/23
Multi-platinum Grammy® Award winners Amy Grant and Michael W. Smith com...

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Kohl's Children's Museum Pop-Up at College of Lake County Lakeshore Campus
10/04/23 - 12/02/23
Kohl Children’s Museum is bringing their free Pop-Up Museum back to W...

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CLC Dance Presents: Winter Dance Concert
12/01/23 - 12/02/23
Friday, December 1 at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, December 2 at 2 p.m. & 7:3...

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Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland at Genesee Theatre
12/02/23
Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland takes you on a magical journey to a farawa...

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Cookie and Cocoa Crawl in Downtown Highland Park
12/02/23
As the holiday season unfolds, we are excited to bring the Cookie and Cocoa...

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Brew and Bend with Trillium Yoga at Beer Bazaar
12/02/23
Sometimes you need yoga. Sometimes you need a beer. Sometimes you need both...

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Elf Invasion Pub Crawl in Downtown Highwood
12/02/23
Ring in the Happy Holidays at Highwood's annual Elf Invasion Pub Crawl!...

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Annual Holiday Craft Fair at Gurnee American Legion
12/02/23
Holiday craft fair. Free admission, 40+ vendors, bake sale and raffle....

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Breakfast with Santa at Viking Park in Gurnee
12/02/23
Santa Claus is coming to Viking Park in Gurnee! Enjoy some of your favorite...

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Dickens of a Holiday in Libertyville
12/02/23
It’s an exciting and festive time in Downtown Libertyville during Dic...

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Go Waukegan Winter Wonder Waukegan
12/02/23
The Winter Wonder Walk will be held in conjunction with the City of Waukega...

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Clara's Dance Passage of the Nutcracker at Round Lake Beach Civic Center
12/02/23
Get ready for a whole new twist on a holiday favorite. Follow Clara's j...

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WinterFest in Mundelein
12/02/23
The second annual MCC Winterfest returns on Saturday, December 2 from ...

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Family and Youth Open Studio at Dandelion Art Gallery
12/02/23
Family & Youth Open studio is by appointment. Registration is requir...

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It's A Wonderful Life in Lake Bluff
12/02/23
Kick off the holidays in Lake Bluff with a delightfully festive and old fas...

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Tree Lighting Ceremony in Downtown Waukegan
12/02/23
Join in on the fun at Jack Benny Plaza on December 2 for the Annual Tr...

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Holiday Artisan Market at Phase Three Brewing
12/02/23
The Streetz Art Alliance is bringing another amazing group of artisans of a...

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Arctic Frog Run at Independence Grove
12/02/23
“Arctic Frog” Endurance Run offers a scenic course featuring a ...

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The Collective Improv Night at The Parched Pug
12/02/23
Visit the Libertyville eatery for a night of laughs as the crew from The Co...

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Miracle on Main Street in Lake Zurich
12/02/23
Join from 3-6:30 p.m. on Saturday, December 2 in downtown Lake Zurich for o...

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Joy Wreath Paint Workshop at Reclaimed Artisans
12/02/23
Join Tanya Designs for this beautiful “JOY” painting workshop. ...

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Joy and Wonder at Market Square in Lake Forest
12/02/23
“Joy & Wonder” comes to Market Square December 2 (12-3...

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Santa Parade in Libertyville
12/02/23
Follow Saint Nick as he travels throughout the Village - decorated trucks i...

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Market at the Park at Hawthorn
12/02/23
VISIT THE VERNON HILLS MALL FOR THE MARKET AT THE PARK, A HAWTHORN HOLIDAY ...

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Victorian Tea in Libertyville
12/02/23
Reserve your tickets today for MainStreet Libertyville’s highly accla...

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Holiday Extravaganza Craft and Vendor Show at Holiday Inn Gurnee
12/02/23
The 2023 Holiday Extravaganza Craft and Vendor Fair will be held at the&nbs...

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The Winter Market at The Patty Turner Center
12/02/23
Saturday, December 2nd The Village of Deerfield and DBR Chamber of Com...

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Kris Kringle Artist Market in Waukegan
12/02/23
The Waukegan Public Library is excited to host the 2023 Kris Kringle A...

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Traditional Christmas Concert - Featuring Organist Dave Wickerham at The Sanfilippo Estate
12/01/23 - 12/03/23
Sanflippo Traditional Christmas Concert- Featuring Organist Dave Wickerham ...

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7th Annual Holiday Art Market at the Brushwood Center
12/02/23 - 12/03/23
Support the local arts community this Holiday Season at Brushwood Center...

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Holiday Walk on Main Street in Wauconda
12/02/23 - 12/03/23
Visit Main Street in Wauconda for their annual holiday parade, tree lightin...

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Sensory Santa at Hawthorn
12/03/23
Enjoy a quiet time at the mall with Santa. Reserve your spot for Sensory...

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Hops & Holiday Wreaths Harbor Brewing Company Lake Villa
12/03/23
Sip hops & learn to make your own premium, fresh evergreen wreath. Mult...

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Jazz Wave at Nightshade & Dark's
12/03/23
Waukegan's own 18 Piece Big Band JAZZ WAVE Turns Nightshade and Dark...

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Mosaic Ornament Gift Making Workshop at Dandelion Gallery and Studio
12/03/23
Enjoy a fun workshop making mosaic ornaments for the holidays with friends ...

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Canadian Pacific Holiday Train in Gurnee
12/03/23
The Canadian Pacific (CP) Holiday Train program has two trains, one that tr...

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Candle Making Holiday Gifts and Adult Art Social at Dandelion Gallery
12/03/23
Enjoy an evening making natured inspired candles. Participants learn the...

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Caring Santa at Gurnee Mills
12/03/23
Exclusively for children with special needs.   Reservations ar...

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2023 Toys for Tots Run After party at Lincolnshire Marriott Resort
12/03/23
Join the after party at the Marriott Lincolnshire Resort toenjoy refreshmen...

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Santa Pet Night at Hawthorn
12/04/23
Pet owners are invited to bring their furry four-legged friends to a specia...

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Jingle Bell Rock with Michael Ingersoll and Christopher Kale Jones at Marriott Theatre
12/04/23 - 12/05/23
Join fellow Jersey Boys and PBS stars Michael Ingersoll and Christopher Kal...

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Ultimate Girls Night Out at The Vine
12/05/23
Stop in and join for Girls Night Out at The Vine for a night of shoppi...

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Santa Visits Your Home with Grayslake
12/05/23
Please note this is offered to Grayslake Park District Residents only. Woul...

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Hops & Holiday Wreaths at Roaring Table Brewing Company
12/06/23
Sip hops & learn to make your own premium, fresh evergreen wreath. Mult...

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Highland Park Chamber of Commerce Holiday Celebration
12/06/23
You are invited to the Highland Park Chamber of Commerce annual Holiday Cel...

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Paint Nite: Christmas Cocktail
12/06/23
Head to North Shore Distillery for a fun session of painting and cocktails!...

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Gingerbread House Competition at Buffalo Creek Brewing
12/07/23
Gather your team and prepare for an evening of fun on Dec 7 and/or Dec 14. ...

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Holiday Lights - Gurnee Park District
12/07/23
Holiday Lights Thursday, December 7, 2023, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Special Events...

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GLMV Chamber Annual Holiday Mixer Jingle and Mingle at Jameson's Charhouse
12/07/23
The GLMV Chamber of Commerce invites business and community leaders for Hol...

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Village of Round Lake Beach Presents Supper with Santa and Craft Fair
12/07/23
Before making his big trip around the world, Santa is stopping by the Villa...

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Girls Night Out: Elves and Ugly Sweater in Downtown Antioch
12/07/23
Dress as an Elf or wear your Holiday Ugly Sweater for a chance to win prize...

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Biaggi's Winter Wine Dinner
12/07/23
You're invited to Biaggi’s in Deer Park for a special wine dinner...

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Live Trivia! @ North Shore Distillery
12/07/23
Join North Shore Distillery for a live, general knowledge trivia game! Game...

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Under the Tree: Due Dolci at Hawthorn
12/08/23
Playing all your holiday favorites under the Christmas Tree inside Hawthorn...

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George Lopez at Genesee Theatre
12/08/23
From his early days as a stand-up comic to his TV shows, comedy specials an...

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Art and Wellness Vendor Friday- Free Gallery Viewing
12/08/23
Visit Dandelion Art Gallery & Studios on scheduled Fridays for a galler...

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Cookies and Milk with Santa at Grandwood Park District
12/08/23
Come join for some family-friendly holiday fun for all ages! Partic...

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Cocoa & Paint at Belvidere Recreation Center
12/08/23
Hot cocoa, painting and friends! Enjoy a relaxing evening sipping hot co...

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Heart of the Holidays in Highland Park
11/18/23 - 12/09/23
More details to come....

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Boston Brass's Christmas Bells are Ringining at Bennett Gordon Hall inside Ravinia Festival
12/08/23 - 12/09/23
Boston Brass's Christmas Bells Are Ringing is a festive and heartwarmin...

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Buffalo Creek Pop Up Camp with Burn Boot Camp
12/09/23
Join in at Buffalo Creek Brewery on Saturday, december 9 from 10-11 a.m. to...

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Waukegan Symphony Orchestra Presents: Joseph A. Favero Memorial Do-It-Yourself Messiah at Trapp Auditorium
12/09/23
The Joseph A. Favero Memorial “Do-It-Yourself” Messiah & Ca...

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CLC Music Presents: Holiday Choral Concert
12/09/23
TICKETS: Regular: $6; Senior/65+/Military/Student: $5 The Holiday C...

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Boston Brass: Christmas Bells Are Swingin' at Bennett Gordon Hall
12/09/23
Two performances. The brightness of a brass choir and the holidays just ...

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Remembering Marshall Field's at Christmas at Lake Forest Public Library
12/09/23
For many Chicagoans, no Christmas season was complete without a visit to Ma...

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Holiday Desserts with Celebrity Chef Gale Gand at The Joyful Gourmet
12/09/23
Gale Gand is an American pastry chef, cookbook author, and television perso...

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Bird Walk at Waukegan Beach with Donna Kenski
12/09/23
Directions & parking instructions are included in registration link. ...

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A Christmas Story Tasting Dinner at The Side Lot
12/09/23
Channel your inner Ralphie Parker and join for a multicourse dinner featuri...

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Waukegan Holiday Tour of Homes
12/09/23
The Waukegan Historical Society presents their ‘End-of-the-Year&rsquo...

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Santa Is Coming To Town in Grandwood Park
12/09/23
Santa will be riding through Grandwood Park and The Shires to find out who ...

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Adult Paint Social - Bob Ross Inspired at Dandelion Gallery and Studio
12/09/23
Enjoy a fun evening painting your own individual piece together with Artist...

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Victorian Tea in Libertyville
12/09/23
Reserve your tickets today for MainStreet Libertyville’s highly accla...

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Ornament Paint Workshop at Reclaimed Artisans
12/09/23
Visit and paint three holiday ornaments with Tanya Designs! Step by step in...

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A Totally Lit-provised Book Launch for Emily Beeker at Improv Playhouse
12/09/23
Visit and celebrate bestselling author Emily Bleeker’s newest novel! ...

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Dickens of a Holiday in Libertyville
12/09/23
It’s an exciting and festive time in Downtown Libertyville during Dic...

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Brian Regan Live at Genesee Theatre
12/09/23
Live Nation presents Brian Regan! Admired by his peers, fans and critics...

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WTHS Choir Boosters Present: Sing-A-Long with Santa
12/09/23
Join the WTHS Show Choir for a morning of sensory-friendly singing, dancing...

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A Christmas Carol: A Live Musical Radio Play presented by The Mundelein Arts Commission
12/02/23 - 12/10/23
The Mundelein Arts Commission (MAC) is excited to present an old time radio...

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Fifth Annual Gurnee Mills Holiday Craft Show at Gurnee Mills
12/08/23 - 12/10/23
Holiday craft shows are a great way to find those amazing, unique, and spec...

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Netflix Wrapping Station at Gurnee Mills
12/08/23 - 12/10/23
This December 8, 9, and 10, Chicago shoppers can visit the dedicated wrap a...

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****SOLD OUT****Arctic Express in Grayslake
12/09/23 - 12/10/23
***SOLD OUT*** Join in and board a train to the "North Pole&qu...

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Antique Vintage Flea Market at Lake County Fairgrounds
12/09/23 - 12/10/23
Grayslake Illinois Antique Flea Market offers a fantastic variety of antiqu...

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Grayslake Antique & Flea Market
12/09/23 - 12/10/23
Grayslake Illinois Antique Flea Market offers a fantastic variety of antiqu...

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Jo Koy at Genesee Theatre
12/10/23
Jo Koy is bringing his World Tour to The Genesee for one night only. The...

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Polar Express Storytime Train in Libertyville
12/10/23
Don’t miss this special train ride from the Libertyville Metra Statio...

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Santa at the Rec Center at Grayslake Park District
12/10/23
Ring in the holidays with a visit with Santa and Mrs.Claus at the Grayslake...

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CLC Music Presents: Wind Ensemble Holiday Concert
12/10/23
TICKETS: Regular: $8; Senior 65+/Military/Student: $7 The CLC Wind Ensem...

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Christmas Rock Show at Hawthorn Mall with School of Rock Libertyville
12/10/23
To energize and entertain the holiday shoppers, The Libertyville House Band...

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Artisan Markets at Wild Onion Brewery
12/10/23
Based in the Northwest Suburbs of Chicago, Artisan Markets hosts events tha...

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Bird Walk at the Volo Bog State Natural Area with Stacy
12/10/23
Join the Volo Bog State Natural Area for a bird walk, ideal for novice bird...

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Children's Party at Fox Lake
12/10/23
Come out and enjoy cookie decorating, holiday crafts, and visits with Santa...

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***SOLD OUT***Artic Express at Grayslake Metra Station
12/10/23
***SOLD OUT*** Board a train to the "North Pole"! Once there,...

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Oaken Breakfast with Santa
12/10/23
All-You-Can-Eat Breakfast Buffet with an appearance by Santa! All reserv...

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Holiday Brunch at White Deer Run Golf Club
12/10/23
Holiday Brunch at White Deer Run Golf Club! ~ Visit the club for a buffet b...

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Santa's Prosecco Brunch at Oliverii North
12/10/23
Santa is coming to Antioch! Kids 4 and under are FREE Adults: $49 ...

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Dinner with Santa at Timothy O'Toole's Pub Lake Villa
12/11/23
Getyour reservation in with the kids to come and see Santa! He is making...

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We Have Off Program: Winter Wonderland at Belvidere Recreation Center
12/11/23
Experience the outdoors as you'll bring winter inside to create unique ...

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Zumba Fitness Night and Toy Drive: Celebrating the Holidays at Waukegan Field House, Sports, and Fitness And Aquatics Center
12/11/23
Get moving and grooving! The Waukegan Park District is hosting a free Zumba...

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Holiday Performances at Hawthorn Mall
12/01/23 - 12/12/23
Visit the Hawthorn Christmas tree and enjoy festive performances by talente...

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Dinner with Santa at O'Toole's Libertyville
12/12/23
Santa Claus is coming to O'Toole's!!! So get your reservation in...

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55+ Monthly Mixer - Holiday Celebration in Gurnee
12/12/23
Celebrate the holidays with a lunch of roast beef, mashed potatoes, corn, a...

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Grayslake Greenery Garden Club - Holiday Party Potluck
12/12/23
Holiday Party Potluck Guests Welcome! Doors Open at 6:30pm Dinner ...

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Dinner with Santa at Timothy O'Toole's Pub in Gurnee
12/13/23
Santa Claus is coming to O'Toole's!!! So get your reservation in...

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CLC Music Presents: Concert Band Holiday Concert
12/13/23
TICKETS: Regular: $8; Senior 65+/Military/Student: $7 The Concert Band i...

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Drag Queen Trivia at Nightshade and Dark's Pandemonium Brewing
12/13/23
Trivia doesn't have to be a drag, but it's more fun when it is! Wed...

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Gingerbread House Competition at Buffalo Creek Brewing
12/14/23
Gather your team and prepare for an evening of fun on Dec 7 and/or Dec 14. ...

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Hannah's Hallmark Bingo at Magnolia Cafe and Bakery
12/14/23
Join on Thursday, December 14 from 6-8 p.m. at the Magnolia Cafe & Bake...

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Peanuts Jazz with the Chris White Trio at Gorton Community Center
12/14/23
Enjoy the holiday music of Vince Guaraldi, better known as “the Peanu...

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Live Trivia! @ North Shore Distillery
12/14/23
Join North Shore Distillery for a live, general knowledge trivia game! Game...

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Simply Elton at Primo
12/15/23
BY POPULAR DEMAND!! Simply Elton returns for another solo performance at Th...

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Vigneto del Bino - Holiday Theme Pairing Dinner
12/15/23
Enjoy our Pairing Dinner with a Holiday Theme! $54.95/per person +tax in...

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Welcome Christmas with Lake County Symphony Orchestra in Hawthorn Woods
12/15/23
The LCSO dazzles with music from the 16th century that is the inspiration f...

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Art and Wellness Vendor Friday- Free Gallery Viewing
12/15/23
Visit Dandelion Art Gallery & Studios on scheduled Fridays for a galler...

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Jay Leno at Genesee Theatre
12/15/23
One of the biggest names in comedy returns to The Genesee! As a stand-up...

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Parents Night Out at Waukegan Field House Sports, Fitness, and Aquatic Center
12/15/23
Make it a date night! Drop your child off at the Field House where they ...

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City of Zion Tree Lighting
Happening as planned 12/15/23
Mark your calendar for Zion’s Tree Lighting Ceremony on Friday, Decem...

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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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Fort Hill Historical Society at the Mundelein Heritage Museum
11/01/23 - 12/16/23
The Mundelein Heritage Museum features exhibits on early settlers, one-room...

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Guided Tours of Volo Bog
11/05/23 - 12/16/23
Guided Tours of Volo Bog (the only quaking bog in Illinois)!  Come...

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Home Sweet Home for the Holidays in Downtown Highland Park
11/18/23 - 12/16/23
The Downtown Highland Park Alliance is pleased to announce its “Home ...

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Art of Celebration Art Exhibition Showcase Event Featuring Peggy Raasch at Dandelion Art Gallery
11/18/23 - 12/16/23
Join on Nov 18, 5-9 p.m. during ArtWauk for the opening of "Art o...

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A Karaoke Christmas at Three Brothers Theatre
11/24/23 - 12/16/23
This winter, you won't want to miss the new holiday hit.  Snowe...

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Shiloh House Christmas in Zion
11/25/23 - 12/16/23
The Shiloh House is all decorated for the holidays and is open for self-gui...

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Santa's Cottage in Mundelein
12/01/23 - 12/16/23
Santa’s Cottage will open after the Tree Lighting Ceremony on Decembe...

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Santa at the Sawmill
12/01/23 - 12/16/23
Come to the Hiram Buttrick Sawmill (770 Cunningham Drive) to visit Santa! ...

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It's a Wonderful Life: A Radio Play Presented by Improv Playhouse
12/08/23 - 12/16/23
The Dickensian tale of George Bailey, a savings and loan manager who spends...

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Dungeon of Doom Presents: Sub-Thermal Nightmare
12/15/23 - 12/16/23
Sub-Thermal Nightmare is unlike any winter event you've experienced. Th...

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Pictures with Santa at Black Lung Brewing
12/16/23
Come one come all to meet the one and only Santa Claus! He stops by your...

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***CANCELED***Classic Albums Live: Jimi Hendrix- Are You Experienced at Genesee Theatre
Canceled 12/16/23
***CANCELED*** Jimi Hendrix's Are You Experienced comes to...

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Top Shelf Santa Skate
Happening as planned 12/16/23
Ho Ho Ho! Santa Claus is coming to Top Shelf on Saturday, December 16, 2023...

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Pictures with Drunk Santa and Holiday Dance Party at The Side Lot
12/16/23
Get your annual photo with Drunk Santa as he blows off some steam at The Si...

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Splashing in a Winter Wonderland Family Swim Night with Waukegan Park District
12/16/23
The Aquatic Center at the Waukegan Field House hosts its Family Swim Night ...

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Holiday Gift Event featuring Resin Artist Sunny Corba at Dandelion Art Gallery
12/16/23
Join on Dec. 16 from 5-9 p.m. during ArtWauk for our Holiday Gift Smal...

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ArtWauk in Waukegan
12/16/23
ArtWauk is the monthly celebration of all arts in downtown Waukegan. Eac...

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Breakfast with Santa
12/16/23
Join on Saturday, December 16 for Breakfast with Santa! 9-11 a.m. ...

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Breakfast with Santa at Gurnee American Legion Post 771
12/16/23
SATURDAY, December 16th, 8-11 a.m. Get a free picture with Santa as well...

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Welcome Christmas with Lake County Symphony Orchestra in Gurnee
12/16/23
The LCSO dazzles with music from the 16th century that is the inspiration f...

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Toddler Ornament Creations at Bevier Center
12/16/23
Make memorable ornaments for the Christmas tree with your little one! A ...

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Holiday Spectacular at Belvidere Recreation Center
12/16/23
Celebrate Winter Holidays around the world with the Waukegan Park District....

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Family Social: Gingerbread House Building Competition at Adaptive Recreation Center
12/16/23
Family Social is a time to play and get to know other families in the ...

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Breakfast with Santa and Mrs. Clause at Fatmans
12/16/23
Breakfast Buffet served 9 a.m.-noon Breakfast Buffet Includes: Buttermil...

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Sparks Snow Day at Lake Forest Public Library
12/16/23
Joinfor puppets, original music, and interactive family fun as Spark the Fi...

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She Loves Me at Citadel Theatre
11/15/23 - 12/17/23
Considered by many to be the most charming musical ever written!  S...

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Brunch with Santa at Lindy's Landing
11/26/23 - 12/17/23
Brunch With Santa Reservations! ADVANCE RESERVATIONS: If you dine in-...

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Proshop Holiday Extravaganza at White Deer Run Golf Club
12/09/23 - 12/17/23
Join the Vernon Hills Golf Club for their end-of-the-year holiday extr...

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Breakfast With Santa at Lambs Farm
12/09/23 - 12/17/23
Ho Ho Ho! Despite his very busy schedule, Santa is making his annual trek t...

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Quentin Road Christmas Presents: The Real Story of Christmas Pageant
12/13/23 - 12/17/23
A Major Production of the Life of Jesus from a Shepherd Who Saw It All Find...

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A Family Friendly Holiday: Miracle on 34th Street at Jack Benny Center for the Arts in Bowen Park
12/15/23 - 12/17/23
The Bowen Park Theatre presents Miracle on 34th Street on Friday, December ...

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Ruth Page's The Nutcracker
12/16/23 - 12/17/23
Saturday, December 16 at 1 p.m. & 5 p.m. Sunday, December 17 at 1 p....

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Breakfast with Santa at Bonnie Brook Golf Course
12/17/23
Come to Bonnie Brook Golf Course, for Breakfast with Santa. Get your Photo...

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Paint, Plants, and Brews at Black Lung Brewing
12/17/23
Black Lung Brewing has teamed up with Mis Plantitas for a fun eve...

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Jazz Wave at Nightshade & Dark's
12/17/23
Waukegan's own 18 Piece Big Band JAZZ WAVE Turns Nightshade and Dark...

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Brunch with a Musical Performance at Oliverii North
12/17/23
Join us for brunch at Oliverii North with entertainment! There will be a...

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Cookie Decorating - Farmhouse Christmas at The Joyful Gourmet
12/17/23
Beautiful cookie creations are not as hard as you think! You will practice ...

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Vintage Holidays in Historic Downtown Long Grove
11/19/23 - 12/18/23
Historic downtown Long Grove invites you to rediscover the magic of the hol...

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GLMV WOW! / MOB Holiday Party at White Deer Run
12/19/23
Celebrate the holidays with your peers as the GLMV Chamber of Commerce host...

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Youth Cookie Club: Holiday Cookies at Belvidere Recreation Center
12/19/23
Join the cookie club! Children will be able to learn how to make de...

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Breakfast with Santa at Egg Harbor Cafe
12/20/23
Santa's on the move! He'll be spreading joy, posing for adorable ph...

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The Shanty Christmas Celebration Event
12/21/23
Butler-style passed 10-course menu, passed holiday micro desserts, and cash...

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Winter Solstice Yoga  at Lakeview Fitness Center
12/21/23
Welcome in light during the shortest day of the year. Take to the mat with ...

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I Can Bake: Holiday Baking at Adaptive Recreation Center
12/21/23
“Eating is a necessity; cooking is an ART”- Unknown...

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

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Dancenter North Presents The Magic of the Nutcracker at Genesee Theatre
12/21/23 - 12/22/23
Dancenter North's The Magic of the Nutcracker is the largest, most lavi...

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Retro Dance Party at Primo
12/22/23
Retro Dance Party is back by popular demand! Join us for our Retro Party in...

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Live Trivia! @ North Shore Distillery
12/22/23
Join North Shore Distillery for a live, general knowledge trivia game! Game...

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Time Warp Express Christmas Adventure at Volo Museum
11/10/23 - 12/23/23
Santa's in trouble! The cheerful Christmas festivities take a dark t...

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Historic Downtown Long Grove Carriage Rides
11/19/23 - 12/23/23
Beginning November 17 and continuing every weekend through December 23, gro...

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Carousel Lights and Market at Six Flags Great America
11/25/23 - 12/23/23
On select nights, step into the park after your drive-through experience to...

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Photos with Santa: A Christmas Story at Hawthorn Mall
11/18/23 - 12/24/23
A Christmas Story Santa Set is located on the lower level of Macy's Cou...

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It's Santa Photo Time at Gurnee Mills
11/30/23 - 12/24/23
It's that time of year to tell old Kris Kringle what you want for Chris...

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Christmas Musical Light Shows in Antioch
12/01/23 - 12/25/23
Held daily 4 pm till 9 pm December 1st thru December 25th. Enjoy Antioch's ...

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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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Series of Youth Art Classes at Dandelion Art Gallery
12/26/23
Join for a series of art classes introducing different mediums of art from ...

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Drag Queen Trivia at Nightshade and Dark's Pandemonium Brewing
12/27/23
Trivia doesn't have to be a drag, but it's more fun when it is! Wed...

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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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After School Day Pass at Great Wolf Lodge Gurnee
10/31/23 - 12/28/23
Looking for the perfect escape for a fun-filled afternoon of adventure...

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Timberjaxe Family Play at Timberjaxe Axe Lounge
11/02/23 - 12/28/23
Create Lasting Memories with Your Loved Ones!   Activities to Ch...

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The Guess Who at Genesee Theatre
12/28/23
Dabbling in rock, pop, psychedelia and even jazz, the Canadian export was a...

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Live Trivia! @ North Shore Distillery
12/29/23
Join North Shore Distillery for a live, general knowledge trivia game! Game...

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Smokey Robinson at Genesee Theatre
12/29/23
With over 4,000 songs to his credit, Smokey Robinson is a music legend. He ...

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New Year’s Eve Family Party at Sullivan Community Center in Vernon Hills
12/29/23
Ring in 2024, family-style, with a party in Vernon Hills’ Times Squar...

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Jammin' Live Music at Choppers
09/02/23 - 12/30/23
Live music every Saturday night. There is a FREE shuttle bus that will p...

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Grayslake Giving Trees
11/24/23 - 12/30/23
Take in the most cheerful room in Grayslake, when you visit the Grayslake G...

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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
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
11/01/23 - 12/31/23
The 2023 season will conclude with the soundtrack to a generation, the rece...

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Celebration of Latinx Artists at the Robert T. Wright Community Gallery of Art
11/05/23 - 12/31/23
The Robert T. Wright Community Gallery of Art at the College of Lake County...

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World of Illumination: Arctic Adventure at Six Flags Great America
11/17/23 - 12/31/23
World of Illumination is hosting Arctic Adventure, a drive-through audio vi...

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The Snow Queen at the Marriott Theatre
11/17/23 - 12/31/23
Be spirited away by this new musical adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen&...

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Sip and Savor the Holiday in Lincolnshire
11/21/23 - 12/31/23
‘Tis the season for giving, and we’d like to give you the chanc...

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Four Seasons Art Exhibit featuring Dandelion Artist Alliance
11/28/23 - 12/31/23
Dandelion Art Gallery & Studios, NFP, Inc and Jack Benny Center for Cul...

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December Live Music at The Rivalry Alehouse
12/01/23 - 12/31/23
Ladies Night and Acoustic Music every Thursday night at The Rivalry Alehous...

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Eleanor's Very Merry Christmas Wish The Musical at Citadel Theatre
12/20/23 - 12/31/23
A holiday musical with heart, humor and eight original songs, Eleanor`s Ver...

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Santa's Rock N Lights
11/17/23 - 01/01/24
Drive thru over one mile of holiday lights! Celebrate tradition at their...

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Dickens Holiday Village in Antioch
11/23/23 - 01/01/24
Olde England comes alive in Historic Downtown Antioch, IL with life-like fi...

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Kringle's Christmas Village in Antioch
11/23/23 - 01/01/24
You'll browse in awe at the dozens of oversized shadowboxes that are fi...

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Germann Family Holiday Light Display in Gurnee
12/01/23 - 01/01/24
Visit Gurnee and watch the light show that the Germann family puts on. T...

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Home for the Holidays - Lighted Trail
Happening as planned 12/08/23 - 01/02/24
HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS – LIGHTED CHRISTMAS TRAIL...

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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
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
01/05/23 - 01/04/24
Join them for weekly, free, live team trivia,...

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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
01/12/23 - 01/04/24
Prizes on each round. Bring your own food or order delivery. It's...

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Lightscape at Chicago Botanic Garden
11/10/23 - 01/07/24
Embrace the season’s beauty and make spirits bright at Lightscape, re...

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Snowland at Great Wolf Lodge Illinois
11/24/23 - 01/08/24
Snow showers and twinkling lights transform the Great Wolf Lodge Illinois i...

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

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Dinosaurs: Fossils Exposed at the Dunn Museum
10/07/23 - 01/15/24
Open in-person and virtually, explore the bones and fossils belonging ...

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The Morning Stretch at Buffalo Creek Brewing
12/03/23 - 01/28/24
Join every Sunday at 11 a.m. in the Rustic Room for The Morning Stretc...

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Taproom Trivia on Wednesdays at Buffalo Creek Brewing
06/14/23 - 01/31/24
Join Buffalo Creek Brewing for Long Grove's Best Pub Trivia! The ori...

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Happy Hour Yoga Wednesdays at Buffalo Creek Brewing
06/14/23 - 01/31/24
Join Buffalo Creek Brewing every Wednesday from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. ...

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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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Trivia Wednesdays at Black Lung Brewing Company
01/11/23 - 03/27/24
Trivia every wednesday with Dancing in the Rain DJ! Come have a tasty cr...

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Open Mic and Jammy Jam Session
11/24/22 - 03/28/24
A jam session and open mic EVERY Thursday at 7 p.m.  Hosted by Kent...

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Deerfield Indoor Winter Farmers Market
11/04/23 - 04/27/24
The Deerfield Indoor Winter Farmers Market is held the first, third, and fi...

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Waukegan's Past-Time at the Waukegan History Museum in Bowen Park
11/05/23 - 11/05/24
The exhibition "Waukegan's Past-Time" at the Waukegan History Museum explor...

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The Great Migration at the African American Museum at English Manor
11/05/23 - 11/06/24
One of the African American Museum at England Manor's many collections ...

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Titanic: Tribute to the Tragedy Exhibit at Volo Museum
08/02/23 - 07/01/25
An emotional 45-minute experience that pays tribute to the lives and losses...

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Biking Through The Years: Cycling in Grayslake Exhibit at Grayslake Heritage Center and Museum
07/15/23 - 07/15/25
"Biking Through the Years: Cycling in Grayslake" is an exhibit th...

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Stars on Parade in Mundelein
08/17/20 - 08/31/25
A series of 16 fiberglass star sculptures have each been transformed by a d...

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Embracing Change: The Growth of Grayslake at Grayslake Heritage Museum
07/01/18 - 12/31/25
The crown jewel of the museum, Embracing Change explores the origins and ev...

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Long Grove Confectionery Chocolate Factory Tour
01/01/13 - 02/12/29
Hear a brief history of the candy kitchen. See incredible chocolates bei...

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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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