Holiday Events in Lake County - Visit Lake County

Sep. 8 - Sep. 30

Scarecrows of the Shire in Lincolnshire

9/8/26 - 9/30/26
Fall is back in Lincolnshire, and so are the Scarecrows of the Shire!Start ...
Explore Events @ Lincolnshire Village Hall

Sep. 12 - Oct. 1

Sunflower Festival at Richardson Adventure Farm

9/12/26 - 10/1/26
The Sunflower Field will open September 12 if Mother Nature agrees! Enjoy t...
Explore Events @ Richardson Adventure Farm & Corn Maze, LLC

Oct. 2

Fall Family Paint Night in North Chicago

10/2/26
Visit the Foss Park Community Center for a fun and creative Fall Family Pai...
Explore Events @ Foss Park District

Oct. 3

Prairie State Half Marathon, 10K and Oktoberfest 5K in Historic Downtown Long Grove

10/3/26
Historic Downtown Long Grove hosts the Prairie State Half Marathon, 10K and...
Explore Events @ Historic Downtown Long Grove

Oct. 3

Hocus Pocus Candle-Making Movie Night in Grayslake

10/3/26
Ready to get witchy? On Saturday, Oct. 3, from 6-8 p.m., guests can join Ca...
Explore Events @ Romney Brown Candle Company

Oct. 3

Sugar Skull Workshop in Waukegan

10/3/26
The Waukegan Park District is hosting a Sugar Skull Decorating Workshop on ...
Explore Events @ Waukegan History Museum at the Carnegie

Oct. 3

Farm Fall Festival for Good at Liberty Prairie Farm

10/3/26
Pumpkin picking, wagon rides, sheep shearing and fall fun for the whole fam...
Explore Events @ Liberty Prairie Farm

Oct. 3

OAKtober Native Tree and Shrub Sale at Independence Grove

10/3/26
Visitors can stop by the annual native tree and shrub sale to choose the pe...
Explore Events @ Independence Grove Forest Preserve and Canoe Launch

Oct. 3

OAKtober Sip & Stroll at Ryerson Woods

10/3/26
October is Oak Awareness Month in Illinois! Learn about the importance of o...
Explore Events @ Edward L. Ryerson Conservation Area & Welcome Center

Oct. 2 - Oct. 4

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. 4

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. 8

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. 9

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

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 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

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

Pumpkin Palooza in Historic Downtown Long Grove

10/10/26
You're invited to Long Grove’s Great Pumpkin Celebration wit...
Explore Events @ Covered Bridge Park

Oct. 10

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. 12

Little Monster Monday at Six Flags Great America

10/12/26
Looking for all the fun of fall without the frights? Join Six Flags Great A...
Explore Events @ Six Flags Great America

Oct. 14

Bingo Night at BBQd Productions in Lake Zurich

10/14/26
Bingo Night continues at BBQ'd Productions in Lake Zurich from 6 to 8 p...
Explore Events @ BBQ'd Productions Sports Bar & Grill

Oct. 15

Fall Wine Walk in Wauconda

10/15/26
Shop, sip and explore businesses in Wauconda at the Fall Wine Walk....
Explore Events @ Wauconda Area Chamber of Commerce

Oct. 16

Halloween Hoopla Family Fun Fest in Deerfield

10/16/26
Get ready to scream “BOO” at our annual Halloween Hoopla Family...
Explore Events @ Sachs Recreation Center

Oct. 16

Mainstreet Libertyville Witches Night Out

10/16/26
Dress in your favorite witch costume or jazz up a witch hat, grab your broo...
Explore Events @ MainStreet Libertyville

Oct. 17

Pumpkin Jubilee in Fox Lake

10/17/26
The Village of Fox Lake will host an afternoon of fun featuring craft vendo...
Explore Events @ Lakefront Park

Oct. 17

Poolside Pumpkin Patch Family Swim Night in Waukegan

10/17/26
The Waukegan Park District will host a Poolside Pumpkin Patch Family Swim N...
Explore Events @ Field House Sports, Fitness and Aquatics Center

Oct. 17

Sips & Sweets Sparkling Wine and Chocolate Walk in Grayslake

10/17/26
Pop, fizz, cheers! The Third Annual Sips & Sweets Sparkling Wine Walk r...
Explore Events @ Historic Downtown Grayslake

Oct. 17

Spooktacular Craft and Vendor Fair

10/17/26
Mark your calendars for Saturday, October 17 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Come b...
Explore Events @ Winthrop Harbor Parks and Recreation

Oct. 17

Frights and Delights Halloween Festival in Vernon Hills

10/17/26
Frights & Delights is a family-friendly Halloween event featuring trunk...
Explore Events @ Vernon Hills Park District Sullivan Community Center

Oct. 17

Witches Day Out with Launch Party in Downtown Antioch

10/17/26
Witches and Wizards, it's time to get your coven together. Visit the An...
Explore Events @ Rivalry Alehouse

Oct. 16 - Oct. 18

A Bushel of Apples Fall Fest

10/16/26 - 10/18/26
Phase Three Brewing is set to host its annual Bushel of Apples Fall Fest on...
Explore Events @ Phase Three Brewing Company

Oct. 18

Pet Costume Parade in Historic Downtown Long Grove

10/18/26
Local pets throughout the area are invited to show off their best Halloween...
Explore Events @ Brothers' Field

Oct. 18

Corn Maze 5K Run at Richardson Adventure Farm

10/18/26
Choose your adventure: 5k through the maze, 5k through the farm, 10k throug...
Explore Events @ Richardson Adventure Farm & Corn Maze, LLC

Holiday Events & Activities

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