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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

Visit Lake County Spooks & Spirits Check-in Challenge
Visit Lake County Spooks & Spirits Check-in Challenge
The Great Highwood Pumpkin Festival
The Great Highwood Pumpkin Festival
Jack-O-Lantern World in Lake Zurich
Jack-O-Lantern World in Lake Zurich
Festival of Arts and Crafts at the Lake County Fairgrounds in Grayslake
Festival of Arts and Crafts at the Lake County Fairgrounds in Grayslake
Realm of Terror Haunted House in Round Lake Beach
Realm of Terror Haunted House in Round Lake Beach

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Sep. 19 - Oct. 4
Oktoberfest at Lindy's Landing
Oktoberfest at Lindy's Landing
9/19/26 - 10/4/26
Celebrate fall with Oktoberfest at Lindy's! Enjoy a special Oktoberfest...
Explore Events @ Lindy's Landing
Oct. 1 - Oct. 4
The Great Highwood Pumpkin Festival
The Great Highwood Pumpkin Festival
10/1/26 - 10/4/26
The Great Highwood Pumpkin Festival is a FREE, family-friendly fall celebra...
Explore Events @ Downtown Highwood and Everts Park
Oct. 2 - Oct. 4
Annual Oktoberfest Celebration at Buffalo Creek Brewing
Annual Oktoberfest Celebration at Buffalo Creek Brewing
10/2/26 - 10/4/26
Buffalo Creek Brewing will host its annual Oktoberfest Oct. 2 through 4, ce...
Explore Events @ Buffalo Creek Brewing
Oct. 2 - Oct. 4
Festival of Arts and Crafts at the Lake County Fairgrounds
Festival of Arts and Crafts at the Lake County Fairgrounds
10/2/26 - 10/4/26
Over 200 crafters from different states will display and sell their work at...
Explore Events @ Lake County Fairgrounds & Event Center
Oct. 3 - Oct. 4
Arts & Riverwoods
Arts & Riverwoods
10/3/26 - 10/4/26
Join us for Arts & Riverwoods, a two-day celebration showcasing the inc...
Explore Events @ Riverwoods Village Hall
Oct. 4
Fall Festival in Fox Lake
Fall Festival in Fox Lake
10/4/26
The Village of Fox Lake and Grant Township have partnered to host the Fall ...
Explore Events @ Grant Township Center
Oct. 4
50th Anniversary Art of Jazz Concert featuring Saxophonist Dave Pietro at the James Lumber Center
Oct. 6
Chip Leighton: Dad Can You Not? at Gorton Center
Chip Leighton: Dad Can You Not? at Gorton Center
10/6/26
Get ready for a night of comedy, parenting stories, and laugh-out-loud hone...
Explore Events @ Gorton Center
Oct. 6
Beer Dinner at Beelow's Steakhouse
Beer Dinner at Beelow's Steakhouse
10/6/26
Enjoy a five-course dining experience featuring delicious seasonal dishes p...
Explore Events @ Beelow's Steakhouse
Oct. 7
The Great Pumpkin Hunt at Shiloh Center
The Great Pumpkin Hunt at Shiloh Center
10/7/26
SRSNLC will host The Great Pumpkin Hunt from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday...
Explore Events @ Shiloh Center
Oct. 8
Witches Night Out in Historic Downtown Long Grove
Witches Night Out in Historic Downtown Long Grove
10/8/26
Businesses in Historic Downtown Long Grove will stay open late for guests t...
Explore Events @ Historic Downtown Long Grove
Oct. 8
Chelsea Handler at Genesee Theatre
Chelsea Handler at Genesee Theatre
10/8/26
Chelsea Handler is a comedian, television host, and seven-time Ne...
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Oct. 8
The M Factor: Shredding the Silence on Menopause at Gorton Center
The M Factor: Shredding the Silence on Menopause at Gorton Center
10/8/26
A silent epidemic affects millions of American women, resulting in billions...
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Jun. 5 - Oct. 9
Lake Bluff Farmers Market
Lake Bluff Farmers Market
6/5/26 - 10/9/26
On Friday, June 5, 2026, the Lake Bluff Farmers Market opens for its 33rd s...
Explore Events @ Lake Bluff Village Green
Oct. 9
World Ballet Company: Swan Lake at Genesee Theatre
World Ballet Company: Swan Lake at Genesee Theatre
10/9/26
The legendary tale of Swan Lake takes flight in a breathtaking production f...
Explore Events @ Genesee Theatre
Oct. 9
Carlos Mencia Live at American Place Casino
Carlos Mencia Live at American Place Casino
10/9/26
After selling out American Place last year, Carlos Mencia is back with the ...
Explore Events @ The Lighthouse at American Place Casino
Oct. 9
Practical Magic Candle-Making Movie Night in Grayslake
Practical Magic Candle-Making Movie Night in Grayslake
10/9/26
Cozy up for candle magic. On Friday, Oct. 9, from 6-8 p.m., the shop will b...
Explore Events @ Romney Brown Candle Company
Oct. 9
Rendezvous Arts: Strings Attached at Gorton Center
Rendezvous Arts: Strings Attached at Gorton Center
10/9/26
Gorton Center will open Rendezvous Arts' Season 7 with the return of an...
Explore Events @ Gorton Center
Oct. 9
Haunted Canvas in Waukegan
Haunted Canvas in Waukegan
10/9/26
The Waukegan Park District is hosting Haunted Canvas on Friday, October 9, ...
Explore Events @ Belvidere Recreation Center
Oct. 10
DIY Scarecrow Day in Historic Downtown Long Grove
DIY Scarecrow Day in Historic Downtown Long Grove
10/10/26
Join in a fantastic fall afternoon creating a scarecrow to be displayed in ...
Explore Events @ Historic Downtown Long Grove
Oct. 10
Fall on the Farm at Lambs Farm
Fall on the Farm at Lambs Farm
10/10/26
Fall on the Farm returns to Lambs Farm from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct...
Explore Events @ Lambs Farm
Oct. 10
Des Plaines River Trail Races in Vernon Hills
Des Plaines River Trail Races in Vernon Hills
10/10/26
Welcome to the 16th edition of the Des Plaines River Trail Half Marathon, M...
Explore Events @ Half Day Forest Preserve
Oct. 10
Fall Fest at Brothers' Field
Fall Fest at Brothers' Field
10/10/26
On Saturday, October 10, Brothers' Field will host its Fall Fest, a liv...
Explore Events @ Brothers' Field
Oct. 10
Stews and Brews at Port Clinton Square in Highland Park
Stews and Brews at Port Clinton Square in Highland Park
10/10/26
Stews & Brews returns to Port Clinton Square for its fifth year on Satu...
Explore Events @ Port Clinton Square
Oct. 10
Taylorville at Genesee Theatre
Taylorville at Genesee Theatre
10/10/26
Calling all Swifties – get ready to immerse yourself in the world of ...
Explore Events @ Genesee Theatre
Oct. 10
Hocus Pocus Candle-Making Movie Night SECOND SHOWING!
Hocus Pocus Candle-Making Movie Night SECOND SHOWING!
10/10/26
Hocus Pocus Candle-Making Movie Night — SECOND SHOWING!The first Hocu...
Explore Events @ Romney Brown Candle Company
Oct. 10
Witches Night Out at Hawthorn
Witches Night Out at Hawthorn
10/10/26
Grab a coven and join in on a spellbinding Witches Night Out at Hawthorn!&n...
Explore Events @ Hawthorn
Oct. 10
Pumpkin Paint and Sip at BBQd Productions in Lake Zurich
Pumpkin Paint and Sip at BBQd Productions in Lake Zurich
10/10/26
Kick off the fall season with a Pumpkin Paint & Sip at BBQ'd Produc...
Explore Events @ BBQ'd Productions Sports Bar & Grill
Oct. 10
Winthrop Harbor's Fall Fest and Trunk or Treat
Winthrop Harbor's Fall Fest and Trunk or Treat
10/10/26
Mark your calendars for an evening of fall fun at Winthrop Harbor's Tru...
Explore Events @ Winthrop Harbor Parks and Recreation
Oct. 10
Susanna Farms Fall Festival
Susanna Farms Fall Festival
10/10/26
SUSANNA FARMS FALL FESTIVAL Supporting the Susanna Farms Animal Care Fund &...
Explore Events @ Susanna Farms
Oct. 10
LZACC 2026 Fall Wine Walk
LZACC 2026 Fall Wine Walk
10/10/26
The LZACC Fall Wine Walk is back! The event runs from noon to 3 p.m. Saturd...
Explore Events @ Downtown Lake Zurich
Oct. 10
Ghosts & Spirits Downtown Experience in Antioch
Ghosts & Spirits Downtown Experience in Antioch
10/10/26
Get ready for a night of ghost stories, spirits, and spooky downtown fun! J...
Explore Events @ Village of Antioch

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