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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

Independence Grove Opens for the Season in Libertyville
Independence Grove Opens for the Season in Libertyville
GLMV Extreme Block Party in Mundelein
GLMV Extreme Block Party in Mundelein
Bonfire and Brews Food Truck Frenzy in Gurnee
Bonfire and Brews Food Truck Frenzy in Gurnee
Art Show at Deer Park Town Center
Art Show at Deer Park Town Center
Goat Stroll at Elawa Farm in Lake Forest
Goat Stroll at Elawa Farm in Lake Forest

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Apr. 29 - May. 3
Ruthless! The Musical at Citadel Theatre
"Ruthless!" The Musical at Citadel Theatre
4/29/26 - 5/3/26
8-year-old Tina Denmark is a charming, sociopathic child star who’ll ...
Explore Events @ Citadel Theatre Company
May. 1 - May. 3
Mother's Day Craft Fair
Mother's Day Craft Fair
5/1/26 - 5/3/26
Mark your calendars for an artisanal extravaganza at Gurnee Mills! From&nbs...
Explore Events @ Gurnee Mills
May. 2 - May. 3
Deer Park Art Show
Deer Park Art Show
5/2/26 - 5/3/26
The Deer Park Art Show fills the streets of Deer Park Town Center with thou...
Explore Events @ Deer Park Town Center
May. 3
Wind Ensemble Spring Concert at the College of Lake County
Wind Ensemble Spring Concert at the College of Lake County
5/3/26
This premiere concert ensemble, directed by Michael Flack, will share their...
Explore Events @ James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts
May. 3
Big Day Bird Walk at Old School Forest Preserve
Big Day Bird Walk at Old School Forest Preserve
5/3/26
May is the month for songbird migration. Join a skilled birder on one of th...
Explore Events @ Old School Forest Preserve
May. 3
Big Day Bird Walk at Ryerson Woods
Big Day Bird Walk at Ryerson Woods
5/3/26
May is the month for songbird migration. Join a skilled birder on one of th...
Explore Events @ Edward L. Ryerson Conservation Area and Welcome Center
May. 3
Big Day Bird Walk at Wright Woods
Big Day Bird Walk at Wright Woods
5/3/26
May is the month for songbird migration. Join a skilled birder on one of th...
Explore Events @ Captain Daniel Wright Woods
May. 3
Big Day Bird Walk at Sedge Meadow
Big Day Bird Walk at Sedge Meadow
5/3/26
May is the month for songbird migration. Join a skilled birder on one of th...
Explore Events @ Sedge Meadow Forest Preserve
May. 3
Candles, Cookies and Mom-osas: A Mothers Day Candle + Cookie Experience
Candles, Cookies and Mom-osas: A Mothers Day Candle + Cookie Experience
5/3/26
Candles, cookies, and mom-osas come together for the ultimate Mother’...
Explore Events @ Romney Brown Candle Company
May. 3
Mom Needs a Minute: A Morning of Fitness and Wellness in Highland Park
Mom Needs a Minute: A Morning of Fitness and Wellness in Highland Park
5/3/26
In celebration of Mother’s Day, “Mom Needs a Minute” invi...
Explore Events @ Upside Events
May. 4
Star Wars Trivia Night at Lake Zurich BBQd Productions
Star Wars Trivia Night at Lake Zurich BBQd Productions
5/4/26
The Force is strong with this one. It’s time to put your Star Wars kn...
Explore Events @ BBQ'd Productions Sports Bar & Grill
May. 2 - May. 5
Cinco de Mayo at Casa Bonita Mexican Restaurant and Tequila Bar
Cinco de Mayo at Casa Bonita Mexican Restaurant and Tequila Bar
5/2/26 - 5/5/26
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at Casa Bonita in Libertyville with a weekend of fe...
Explore Events @ Casa Bonita Mexican Restaurant & Tequila Bar
May. 5
The Rebirth of the Chicago River
The Rebirth of the Chicago River
5/5/26
The Rebirth of the Chicago RiverTuesday, May 5, 7:00–8:00 pmLake Fore...
Explore Events @ Lake Forest Public Library
May. 5
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at O'Toole's Libertyville
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at O'Toole's Libertyville
5/5/26
A Cinco de Mayo celebration will take place Tuesday, May 5, at O’Tool...
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May. 5
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at Timothy O'Toole's Pub in Gurnee
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at Timothy O'Toole's Pub in Gurnee
5/5/26
A Cinco de Mayo celebration will take place Tuesday, May 5, at O’Tool...
Explore Events @ Timothy O'Toole's Pub
May. 5
Avery R. Young Poetry Reading at College of Lake County in Grayslake
Avery R. Young Poetry Reading at College of Lake County in Grayslake
5/5/26
A poetry reading featuring Avery R. Young will take place at the College of...
Explore Events @ College of Lake County - Grayslake Campus
Apr. 23 - May. 6
Birds and Binoculars at Waukegan Park District
Birds and Binoculars at Waukegan Park District
4/23/26 - 5/6/26
Discover the joy of birds and nature together in this fun, beginner-friendl...
Explore Events @ Nature's Classroom at Bevier Center
May. 6
Kids Eat for 99 cents at Rainforest Cafe in Gurnee Mills
Kids Eat for 99 cents at Rainforest Cafe in Gurnee Mills
5/6/26
Kids Eat for 99¢! On select nights, enjoy a kid's meal for on...
Explore Events @ Gurnee Mills - Rainforest Cafe
Apr. 16 - May. 7
Basic Water Coloring at Patty Turner Center
Basic Water Coloring at Patty Turner Center
4/16/26 - 5/7/26
Discover the fluid magic of watercolor in this beginner-friendly painting c...
Explore Events @ Patty Turner Center
May. 7
Spring Bird Walk at Wright Woods
Spring Bird Walk at Wright Woods
5/7/26
May is the best month to experience the songbird migration. Join skilled bi...
Explore Events @ Captain Daniel Wright Woods
May. 7
2nd Annual Whistle Stop Trolley Tour Celebrating Women-Owned Businesses of Downtown Highland Park
May. 7
Connecting Kids with Nature at Greenbelt Cultural Center in North Chicago
Connecting Kids with Nature at Greenbelt Cultural Center in North Chicago
5/7/26
Build a bridge to nature with your young ones. Experience how multisensory ...
Explore Events @ Greenbelt Cultural Center
May. 7
Celebrating Scouts at Dunn Museum
Celebrating Scouts at Dunn Museum
5/7/26
The Dunn Museum hosts a free night celebrating all types of scouts. Partici...
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May. 7
Yachtley Crew at Genesee Theatre
Yachtley Crew at Genesee Theatre
5/7/26
Yächtley Crëw is the world's #1 yacht rock band, playing...
Explore Events @ Genesee Theatre
May. 7
Hamnet at Gorton Center
Hamnet at Gorton Center
5/7/26
Join us for a screening of The 2026 Oscar Nominee for Best Picture and Dire...
Explore Events @ Gorton Center
May. 7
Hamnet at Gorton Center
Hamnet at Gorton Center
5/7/26
Join us for a screening of The 2026 Oscar Nominee for Best Picture and Dire...
Explore Events @ Gorton Center
May. 8
LeAnn Rimes at Genesee Theatre
LeAnn Rimes at Genesee Theatre
5/8/26
In 1996, 13-year-old LeAnn Rimes took the music world by storm wi...
Explore Events @ Genesee Theatre
May. 8
Lake County Symphony Orchestra Presents 'Roots and Resonance' at the James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts
May. 8
Spring Sunset Hike at Grassy Lake Forest Preserve
Spring Sunset Hike at Grassy Lake Forest Preserve
5/8/26
Enjoy the beauty of the Fox River at sunset while discovering how glaciers ...
Explore Events @ Grassy Lake Forest Preserve
May. 8
Plant and Flower Day Sale in Waukegan
Plant and Flower Day Sale in Waukegan
5/8/26
The Waukegan Park District is hosting the 2026 Plant & Flower Sale on F...
Explore Events @ Urban AgLab Greenhouse at Bowen Park
May. 8
Pino Farina at Mickey Finn's Brewery
Pino Farina at Mickey Finn's Brewery
5/8/26
Long-time, well-renowned band Pino Farina takes the Libertyville brew house...
Explore Events @ Mickey Finn's Brewery
May. 3 - May. 9
National Travel and Tourism Week
National Travel and Tourism Week
5/3/26 - 5/9/26
National Travel and Tourism Week (NTTW) is the U.S. travel industry’s...
Explore Events @ Visit Lake County, Illinois

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