Friday, August 7, 2026 - Sunday, August 9, 2026 at Fri., 6-10 p.m.
Sat., 9:30 a.m.-11 p.m.
Sun., 8 a.m.-3 p.m.
Gurnee Park District 4374 Old Grand Ave Gurnee, IL 60031 Website
Gurnee Days returns Aug. 7-9, 2026, featuring food, live music, a parade, one of Lake County’s largest fireworks shows and more.
The celebration kicks off Friday, Aug. 7 at 6 p.m. with live music, food trucks and additional evening activities.
Saturday, Aug. 8 begins at 9:30 a.m. with the Gurnee Days parade and continues with a full day of activities, entertainment and events, concluding with the fireworks show.
Sunday, Aug. 9 begins at 8 a.m. and features select events, including the car show and the “Battle of the Badges” softball game.
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