Holiday Events in Lake County - Visit Lake County

Jun. 20

Saturday Family Camp at Liberty Prairie

6/20/26
Families are invited to step into the joy of Farm Camp together through a g...
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Jun. 20

Power Wheels Drag Race Father's Day Weekend at Volo Museum

6/20/26
Get ready to rev, race and roll as the thrill, roaring motors and flying sp...
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Jun. 20 - Jun. 21

Father's Day Fest at Volo Museum and Jurassic Gardens

6/20/26 - 6/21/26
Celebrate Father’s Day weekend with family fun at Volo Museum and Jur...
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Jun. 21

Father's Day Brunch at Lambs Farm

6/21/26
Treat dad to a day at Lambs Farm with brunch at the Magnolia Cafe & Bak...
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Jun. 21

Father's Day Coffee and Canoes in Highland Park

6/21/26
Celebrate Father’s Day on the water this year at Skokie Lagoons. Enjo...
Explore Events @ Heller Nature Center

Jun. 21

Father's Day Brunch at Beelow's Steakhouse

6/21/26
Take dad out for a Father's Day Brunch at Beelow's Steakhouse in La...
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Jun. 27

Wizards Weekend Day in Antioch

6/27/26
If you are a magical being or even a Muggle . . . make your way to Antioch&...
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Jun. 27

Midsummer Artisan Market at Phase Three Brewing Co.

6/27/26
Looking for the perfect gift? Want to sip and shop in a relaxed indoor sett...
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Jun. 29

Happy Birthday USA in Vernon Hills

6/29/26
Celebrate America’s 250 birthday with your child in this fun, interac...
Explore Events @ Vernon Hills Park District Sullivan Community Center

Jul. 3

Independence Fest in Highland Park

7/3/26
The Park District of Highland Park’s Independence Fest will kick off ...
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Jul. 3

America 250 Celebration Dinner at Elawa Farm

7/3/26
Join Elawa Farm and the City of Lake Forest as we celebrate America’s...
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Jul. 3 - Jul. 4

63rd Annual Deerfield Family Days

7/3/26 - 7/4/26
This beloved Fourth of July celebration in Deerfield is jam-packed with myr...
Explore Events @ Jewett and Shepard Parks

Jul. 3 - Jul. 4

Red, White and Boom! 4th of July Celebration in Lincolnshire

7/3/26 - 7/4/26
2026 Red, White, and BOOM! will take place over two days as part of the Ame...
Explore Events @ Spring Lake Park

Jul. 3 - Jul. 4

Star Spangled Nights at Six Flags Great America

7/3/26 - 7/4/26
Six Flags Great America hosts Star-Spangled Nights, a Fourth of July celebr...
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Jul. 3 - Jul. 4

America 250 Beachfest in Round Lake Beach

7/3/26 - 7/4/26
Festivities kick off at 7 p.m. on Friday, July 3, featuring live ...
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Jul. 4

Vernon Hills 4th of July Parade and Fireworks

7/4/26
Celebrate the Fourth of July with a full day of festivities in Vernon Hills...
Explore Events @ Deerpath Drive and Atrium Drive

Jul. 4

Independence Day Parade in Highland Park

7/4/26
Highland Parkers will spotlight their American stories in this year's I...
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Jul. 4

Star-Spangled Pool Party at Hidden Creek Aqua Park

7/4/26
Community members will keep the fun going with a special pool party at Hidd...
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Jul. 4

Antioch's 4th of July Parade and Party in the Park

7/4/26
Everyone is invited to join the fun, as Antioch celebrates America’s ...
Explore Events @ Antioch Community High School

Jul. 4

Independence Day Celebration in Zion

7/4/26
The Zion Park District will host its Independence Day Celebration on Saturd...
Explore Events @ Zion Park District Band Shell

Jul. 2 - Jul. 5

Mundelein Community Days

7/2/26 - 7/5/26
The Mundelein Community Days 2026 festival will take place July 2-5, 2...
Explore Events @ Courtland Commons

Jul. 3 - Jul. 5

America the Beautiful: USA Weekend at Brothers' Field

7/3/26 - 7/5/26
Join the fun at Brothers' Field to celebrate America's birthday, wi...
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Jul. 10 - Jul. 11

Scoop Waukegan 2026

7/10/26 - 7/11/26
Scoop Waukegan, Waukegan’s iconic Hot Rod Holiday, returns to downtow...
Explore Events @ Downtown Waukegan

Jul. 11

Cops and Bobbers Family Fishing Derby in Mundelein

7/11/26
This event takes place annually during the summer months. The fishing derby...
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Jul. 11

Brothers' Field Havana Nights

7/11/26
Don't miss Havana Nights at Brothers' Field, with Cuban food, drink...
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Jul. 10 - Jul. 12

17th Annual Dog Days of Summer in Libertyville

7/10/26 - 7/12/26
The "Dog Days of Summer" in Libertyville feature an exciting cont...
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Jul. 14

Squirrel Nut Zippers at Ravinia Festival

7/14/26
When Hot first hit the airwaves in 1996, it didn’t just ignite excite...
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Jul. 17 - Jul. 18

Paul Simon at Ravinia Festival

7/17/26 - 7/18/26
One of the most decorated and influential singer/songwriters in Paul Simon ...
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Jul. 18

Wauconda America 250 Celebration

7/18/26
Wauconda America 250 Celebration will start at Cook House (711 N. Main...
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Jul. 18 - Jul. 19

Cottagecore Weekend at Bristol Renaissance Faire

7/18/26 - 7/19/26
Don your best woodland attire and frolic at the Faire this weekend! We&rsqu...
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Jun. 8 - Jul. 24

Summer Farm Camp at Liberty Prairie

6/8/26 - 7/24/26
Liberty Prairie Summer Farm Camp is back! Our outdoor, science-forward prog...
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Jun. 1 - Aug. 6

El Mercadito Farmers Market and Summer Performance Series in Round Lake Beach

6/1/26 - 8/6/26
The Village of Round Lake Beach has announced the 2026 return of El Mercadi...
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Holiday Events & Activities

Next weekend, holiday your way to some fun in Lake County!