Holiday Events in Lake County - Visit Lake County

Hike Lake County at Lake County Forest Preserves

08/15/23 - 11/30/23

The Lake County Forest Preserves has a challenge – or seven of them &...

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Santa's Arrival Parade at Gurnee Mills

11/30/23

Join on November 30 at 6 p.m. near Entry A welcoming Santa with a live DJ a...

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Navy Band Great Lakes Holiday Concert at Naval Station Great Lakes

12/01/23

Visit Ross Theater at Naval Station Great Lakes to celebrate the holiday se...

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Lincolnshire Lights

12/01/23

Cheers to the holiday season, as Lincolnshire illuminates the night with it...

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Reindeer Hot Cocoa at Lake Forest Public Library

12/01/23

Drop in and make adorable reindeer hot cocoa bundles to enjoy yourself or g...

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Holly Jolly Cocktail Crawl in Lake Zurich

12/01/23

Kick-off the holiday season with a Holly Jolly Pub Crawl on December 1st! S...

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Mundelein Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony

12/01/23

Mundelein's Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony takes place on Friday, Decem...

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Amy Grant and Michael W. Smith Christmas at Genesee Theatre

12/01/23

Multi-platinum Grammy® Award winners Amy Grant and Michael W. Smith com...

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Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland at Genesee Theatre

12/02/23

Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland takes you on a magical journey to a farawa...

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Cookie and Cocoa Crawl in Downtown Highland Park

12/02/23

As the holiday season unfolds, we are excited to bring the Cookie and Cocoa...

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Elf Invasion Pub Crawl in Downtown Highwood

12/02/23

Ring in the Happy Holidays at Highwood's annual Elf Invasion Pub Crawl!...

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Annual Holiday Craft Fair at Gurnee American Legion

12/02/23

Holiday craft fair. Free admission, 40+ vendors, bake sale and raffle....

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Breakfast with Santa at Viking Park in Gurnee

12/02/23

Santa Claus is coming to Viking Park in Gurnee! Enjoy some of your favorite...

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Dickens of a Holiday in Libertyville

12/02/23

It’s an exciting and festive time in Downtown Libertyville during Dic...

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Santa's Run Through The Lights 5k and 1.5 Mile Run/Walk at Lake County Fairgrounds

12/02/23

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Go Waukegan Winter Wonder Waukegan

12/02/23

The Winter Wonder Walk will be held in conjunction with the City of Waukega...

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Clara's Dance Passage of the Nutcracker at Round Lake Beach Civic Center

12/02/23

Get ready for a whole new twist on a holiday favorite. Follow Clara's j...

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WinterFest in Mundelein

12/02/23

The second annual MCC Winterfest returns on Saturday, December 2 from ...

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Tree Lighting Ceremony in Downtown Waukegan

12/02/23

Join in on the fun at Jack Benny Plaza on December 2 for the Annual Tr...

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Holiday Artisan Market at Phase Three Brewing

12/02/23

The Streetz Art Alliance is bringing another amazing group of artisans of a...

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Miracle on Main Street in Lake Zurich

12/02/23

Join from 3-6:30 p.m. on Saturday, December 2 in downtown Lake Zurich for o...

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Joy Wreath Paint Workshop at Reclaimed Artisans

12/02/23

Join Tanya Designs for this beautiful “JOY” painting workshop. ...

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Joy and Wonder at Market Square in Lake Forest

12/02/23

“Joy & Wonder” comes to Market Square December 2 (12-3...

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Santa Parade in Libertyville

12/02/23

Follow Saint Nick as he travels throughout the Village - decorated trucks i...

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Market at the Park at Hawthorn

12/02/23

VISIT THE VERNON HILLS MALL FOR THE MARKET AT THE PARK, A HAWTHORN HOLIDAY ...

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Victorian Tea in Libertyville

12/02/23

Reserve your tickets today for MainStreet Libertyville’s highly accla...

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Holiday Extravaganza Craft and Vendor Show at Holiday Inn Gurnee

12/02/23

The 2023 Holiday Extravaganza Craft and Vendor Fair will be held at the&nbs...

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The Winter Market at The Patty Turner Center

12/02/23

Saturday, December 2nd The Village of Deerfield and DBR Chamber of Com...

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Kris Kringle Artist Market in Waukegan

12/02/23

The Waukegan Public Library is excited to host the 2023 Kris Kringle A...

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Traditional Christmas Concert - Featuring Organist Dave Wickerham at The Sanfilippo Estate

12/01/23 - 12/03/23

Sanflippo Traditional Christmas Concert- Featuring Organist Dave Wickerham ...

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7th Annual Holiday Art Market at the Brushwood Center

12/02/23 - 12/03/23

Support the local arts community this Holiday Season at Brushwood Center...

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Sensory Santa at Hawthorn

12/03/23

Enjoy a quiet time at the mall with Santa. Reserve your spot for Sensory...

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Hops & Holiday Wreaths Harbor Brewing Company Lake Villa

12/03/23

Sip hops & learn to make your own premium, fresh evergreen wreath. Mult...

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Mosaic Ornament Gift Making Workshop at Dandelion Gallery and Studio

12/03/23

Enjoy a fun workshop making mosaic ornaments for the holidays with friends ...

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Canadian Pacific Holiday Train in Gurnee

12/03/23

The Canadian Pacific (CP) Holiday Train program has two trains, one that tr...

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Candle Making Holiday Gifts and Adult Art Social at Dandelion Gallery

12/03/23

Enjoy an evening making natured inspired candles. Participants learn the...

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Caring Santa at Gurnee Mills

12/03/23

Exclusively for children with special needs. Reservations ar...

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2023 Toys for Tots Run After party at Lincolnshire Marriott Resort

12/03/23

Join the after party at the Marriott Lincolnshire Resort toenjoy refreshmen...

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Santa Pet Night at Hawthorn

12/04/23

Pet owners are invited to bring their furry four-legged friends to a specia...

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Ultimate Girls Night Out at The Vine

12/05/23

Stop in and join for Girls Night Out at The Vine for a night of shoppi...

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Santa Visits Your Home with Grayslake

12/05/23

Please note this is offered to Grayslake Park District Residents only. Woul...

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Hops & Holiday Wreaths at Roaring Table Brewing Company

12/06/23

Sip hops & learn to make your own premium, fresh evergreen wreath. Mult...

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Highland Park Chamber of Commerce Holiday Celebration

12/06/23

You are invited to the Highland Park Chamber of Commerce annual Holiday Cel...

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Gingerbread House Competition at Buffalo Creek Brewing

12/07/23

Gather your team and prepare for an evening of fun on Dec 7 and/or Dec 14. ...

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Holiday Lights - Gurnee Park District

12/07/23

Holiday Lights Thursday, December 7, 2023, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Special Events...

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GLMV Chamber Annual Holiday Mixer Jingle and Mingle at Jameson's Charhouse

12/07/23

The GLMV Chamber of Commerce invites business and community leaders for Hol...

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Village of Round Lake Beach Presents Supper with Santa and Craft Fair

12/07/23

Before making his big trip around the world, Santa is stopping by the Villa...

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Girls Night Out: Elves and Ugly Sweater in Downtown Antioch

12/07/23

Dress as an Elf or wear your Holiday Ugly Sweater for a chance to win prize...

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Biaggi's Winter Wine Dinner

12/07/23

You're invited to Biaggi’s in Deer Park for a special wine dinner...

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Under the Tree: Due Dolci at Hawthorn

12/08/23

Playing all your holiday favorites under the Christmas Tree inside Hawthorn...

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Holiday Party Dance for Individuals with Disabilities at Shiloh Center

12/08/23

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Cocoa & Paint at Belvidere Recreation Center

12/08/23

Hot cocoa, painting and friends! Enjoy a relaxing evening sipping hot co...

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Heart of the Holidays in Highland Park

11/18/23 - 12/09/23

More details to come....

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Boston Brass's "Christmas Bells are Ringining" at Bennett Gordon Hall inside Ravinia Festival

12/08/23 - 12/09/23

Boston Brass's Christmas Bells Are Ringing is a festive and heartwarmin...

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Buffalo Creek Pop Up Camp with Burn Boot Camp

12/09/23

Join in at Buffalo Creek Brewery on Saturday, december 9 from 10-11 a.m. to...

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Boston Brass: Christmas Bells Are Swingin' at Bennett Gordon Hall

12/09/23

Two performances. The brightness of a brass choir and the holidays just ...

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Holiday Desserts with Celebrity Chef Gale Gand at The Joyful Gourmet

12/09/23

Gale Gand is an American pastry chef, cookbook author, and television perso...

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A Christmas Story Tasting Dinner at The Side Lot

12/09/23

Channel your inner Ralphie Parker and join for a multicourse dinner featuri...

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Waukegan Holiday Tour of Homes

12/09/23

The Waukegan Historical Society presents their ‘End-of-the-Year&rsquo...

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Santa Is Coming To Town in Grandwood Park

12/09/23

Santa will be riding through Grandwood Park and The Shires to find out who ...

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Victorian Tea in Libertyville

12/09/23

Reserve your tickets today for MainStreet Libertyville’s highly accla...

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Ornament Paint Workshop at Reclaimed Artisans

12/09/23

Visit and paint three holiday ornaments with Tanya Designs! Step by step in...

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A Totally Lit-provised Book Launch for Emily Beeker at Improv Playhouse

12/09/23

Visit and celebrate bestselling author Emily Bleeker’s newest novel! ...

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Dickens of a Holiday in Libertyville

12/09/23

It’s an exciting and festive time in Downtown Libertyville during Dic...

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WTHS Choir Boosters Present: Sing-A-Long with Santa

12/09/23

Join the WTHS Show Choir for a morning of sensory-friendly singing, dancing...

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A Christmas Carol: A Live Musical Radio Play presented by The Mundelein Arts Commission

12/02/23 - 12/10/23

The Mundelein Arts Commission (MAC) is excited to present an old time radio...

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Fifth Annual Gurnee Mills Holiday Craft Show at Gurnee Mills

12/08/23 - 12/10/23

Holiday craft shows are a great way to find those amazing, unique, and spec...

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Netflix Wrapping Station at Gurnee Mills

12/08/23 - 12/10/23

This December 8, 9, and 10, Chicago shoppers can visit the dedicated wrap a...

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****SOLD OUT****Arctic Express in Grayslake

12/09/23 - 12/10/23

***SOLD OUT*** Join in and board a train to the "North Pole&qu...

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Antique Vintage Flea Market at Lake County Fairgrounds

12/09/23 - 12/10/23

Grayslake Illinois Antique Flea Market offers a fantastic variety of antiqu...

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Polar Express Storytime Train in Libertyville

12/10/23

Don’t miss this special train ride from the Libertyville Metra Statio...

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Santa at the Rec Center at Grayslake Park District

12/10/23

Ring in the holidays with a visit with Santa and Mrs.Claus at the Grayslake...

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Christmas Rock Show at Hawthorn Mall with School of Rock Libertyville

12/10/23

To energize and entertain the holiday shoppers, The Libertyville House Band...

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Children's Party at Fox Lake

12/10/23

Come out and enjoy cookie decorating, holiday crafts, and visits with Santa...

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***SOLD OUT***Artic Express at Grayslake Metra Station

12/10/23

***SOLD OUT*** Board a train to the "North Pole"! Once there,...

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Holiday Brunch at White Deer Run Golf Club

12/10/23

Holiday Brunch at White Deer Run Golf Club! ~ Visit the club for a buffet b...

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Santa's Prosecco Brunch at Oliverii North

12/10/23

Santa is coming to Antioch! Kids 4 and under are FREE Adults: $49 ...

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Dinner with Santa at Timothy O'Toole's Pub Lake Villa

12/11/23

Getyour reservation in with the kids to come and see Santa! He is making...

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We Have Off Program: Winter Wonderland at Belvidere Recreation Center

12/11/23

Experience the outdoors as you'll bring winter inside to create unique ...

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Zumba Fitness Night and Toy Drive: Celebrating the Holidays at Waukegan Field House, Sports, and Fitness And Aquatics Center

12/11/23

Get moving and grooving! The Waukegan Park District is hosting a free Zumba...

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Holiday Performances at Hawthorn Mall

12/01/23 - 12/12/23

Visit the Hawthorn Christmas tree and enjoy festive performances by talente...

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Dinner with Santa at O'Toole's Libertyville

12/12/23

Santa Claus is coming to O'Toole's!!! So get your reservation in...

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55+ Monthly Mixer - Holiday Celebration in Gurnee

12/12/23

Celebrate the holidays with a lunch of roast beef, mashed potatoes, corn, a...

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Grayslake Greenery Garden Club - Holiday Party Potluck

12/12/23

Holiday Party Potluck Guests Welcome! Doors Open at 6:30pm Dinner ...

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Dinner with Santa at Timothy O'Toole's Pub in Gurnee

12/13/23

Santa Claus is coming to O'Toole's!!! So get your reservation in...

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Gingerbread House Competition at Buffalo Creek Brewing

12/14/23

Gather your team and prepare for an evening of fun on Dec 7 and/or Dec 14. ...

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Hannah's Hallmark Bingo at Magnolia Cafe and Bakery

12/14/23

Join on Thursday, December 14 from 6-8 p.m. at the Magnolia Cafe & Bake...

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Welcome Christmas with Lake County Symphony Orchestra in Hawthorn Woods

12/15/23

The LCSO dazzles with music from the 16th century that is the inspiration f...

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Parents Night Out at Waukegan Field House Sports, Fitness, and Aquatic Center

12/15/23

Make it a date night! Drop your child off at the Field House where they ...

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City of Zion Tree Lighting

Happening as planned 12/15/23

Mark your calendar for Zion’s Tree Lighting Ceremony on Friday, Decem...

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Home Sweet Home for the Holidays in Downtown Highland Park

11/18/23 - 12/16/23

The Downtown Highland Park Alliance is pleased to announce its “Home ...

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A Karaoke Christmas at Three Brothers Theatre

11/24/23 - 12/16/23

This winter, you won't want to miss the new holiday hit. Snowe...

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Shiloh House Christmas in Zion

11/25/23 - 12/16/23

The Shiloh House is all decorated for the holidays and is open for self-gui...

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Santa's Cottage in Mundelein

12/01/23 - 12/16/23

Santa’s Cottage will open after the Tree Lighting Ceremony on Decembe...

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Santa at the Sawmill

12/01/23 - 12/16/23

Come to the Hiram Buttrick Sawmill (770 Cunningham Drive) to visit Santa! ...

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"It's a Wonderful Life: A Radio Play" Presented by Improv Playhouse

12/08/23 - 12/16/23

The Dickensian tale of George Bailey, a savings and loan manager who spends...

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Dungeon of Doom Presents: Sub-Thermal Nightmare

12/15/23 - 12/16/23

Sub-Thermal Nightmare is unlike any winter event you've experienced. Th...

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Pictures with Santa at Black Lung Brewing

12/16/23

Come one come all to meet the one and only Santa Claus! He stops by your...

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Pictures with Drunk Santa and Holiday Dance Party at The Side Lot

12/16/23

Get your annual photo with Drunk Santa as he blows off some steam at The Si...

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Splashing in a Winter Wonderland Family Swim Night with Waukegan Park District

12/16/23

The Aquatic Center at the Waukegan Field House hosts its Family Swim Night ...

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Holiday Gift Event featuring Resin Artist Sunny Corba at Dandelion Art Gallery

12/16/23

Join on Dec. 16 from 5-9 p.m. during ArtWauk for our Holiday Gift Smal...

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Breakfast with Santa at Gurnee American Legion Post 771

12/16/23

SATURDAY, December 16th, 8-11 a.m. Get a free picture with Santa as well...

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Welcome Christmas with Lake County Symphony Orchestra in Gurnee

12/16/23

The LCSO dazzles with music from the 16th century that is the inspiration f...

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Toddler Ornament Creations at Bevier Center

12/16/23

Make memorable ornaments for the Christmas tree with your little one! A ...

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Holiday Spectacular at Belvidere Recreation Center

12/16/23

Celebrate Winter Holidays around the world with the Waukegan Park District....

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Family Social: Gingerbread House Building Competition at Adaptive Recreation Center

12/16/23

Family Social is a time to play and get to know other families in the ...

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Breakfast with Santa and Mrs. Clause at Fatmans

12/16/23

Breakfast Buffet served 9 a.m.-noon Breakfast Buffet Includes: Buttermil...

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Sparks Snow Day at Lake Forest Public Library

12/16/23

Joinfor puppets, original music, and interactive family fun as Spark the Fi...

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Brunch with Santa at Lindy's Landing

11/26/23 - 12/17/23

Brunch With Santa Reservations! ADVANCE RESERVATIONS: If you dine in-...

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Proshop Holiday Extravaganza at White Deer Run Golf Club

12/09/23 - 12/17/23

Join the Vernon Hills Golf Club for their end-of-the-year holiday extr...

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Breakfast With Santa at Lambs Farm

12/09/23 - 12/17/23

Ho Ho Ho! Despite his very busy schedule, Santa is making his annual trek t...

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Quentin Road Christmas Presents: "The Real Story of Christmas" Pageant

12/13/23 - 12/17/23

A Major Production of the Life of Jesus from a Shepherd Who Saw It All Find...

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A Family Friendly Holiday: Miracle on 34th Street at Jack Benny Center for the Arts in Bowen Park

12/15/23 - 12/17/23

The Bowen Park Theatre presents Miracle on 34th Street on Friday, December ...

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Breakfast with Santa at Bonnie Brook Golf Course

12/17/23

Come to Bonnie Brook Golf Course, for Breakfast with Santa. Get your Photo...

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Paint, Plants, and Brews at Black Lung Brewing

12/17/23

Black Lung Brewing has teamed up with Mis Plantitas for a fun eve...

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Vintage Holidays in Historic Downtown Long Grove

11/19/23 - 12/18/23

Historic downtown Long Grove invites you to rediscover the magic of the hol...

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GLMV WOW! / MOB Holiday Party at White Deer Run

12/19/23

Celebrate the holidays with your peers as the GLMV Chamber of Commerce host...

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Youth Cookie Club: Holiday Cookies at Belvidere Recreation Center

12/19/23

Join the cookie club! Children will be able to learn how to make de...

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Breakfast with Santa at Egg Harbor Cafe

12/20/23

Santa's on the move! He'll be spreading joy, posing for adorable ph...

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The Shanty Christmas Celebration Event

12/21/23

Butler-style passed 10-course menu, passed holiday micro desserts, and cash...

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Winter Solstice Yoga at Lakeview Fitness Center

12/21/23

Welcome in light during the shortest day of the year. Take to the mat with ...

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I Can Bake: Holiday Baking at Adaptive Recreation Center

12/21/23

“Eating is a necessity; cooking is an ART”- Unknown...

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Dancenter North Presents The Magic of the Nutcracker at Genesee Theatre

12/21/23 - 12/22/23

Dancenter North's The Magic of the Nutcracker is the largest, most lavi...

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Time Warp Express Christmas Adventure at Volo Museum

11/10/23 - 12/23/23

Santa's in trouble! The cheerful Christmas festivities take a dark t...

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Historic Downtown Long Grove Carriage Rides

11/19/23 - 12/23/23

Beginning November 17 and continuing every weekend through December 23, gro...

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Carousel Lights and Market at Six Flags Great America

11/25/23 - 12/23/23

On select nights, step into the park after your drive-through experience to...

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Photos with Santa: "A Christmas Story" at Hawthorn Mall

11/18/23 - 12/24/23

A Christmas Story Santa Set is located on the lower level of Macy's Cou...

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It's Santa Photo Time at Gurnee Mills

11/30/23 - 12/24/23

It's that time of year to tell old Kris Kringle what you want for Chris...

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Christmas Musical Light Shows in Antioch

12/01/23 - 12/25/23

Held daily 4 pm till 9 pm December 1st thru December 25th. Enjoy Antioch's ...

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After School Day Pass at Great Wolf Lodge Gurnee

10/31/23 - 12/28/23

Looking for the perfect escape for a fun-filled afternoon of adventure...

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New Year’s Eve Family Party at Sullivan Community Center in Vernon Hills

12/29/23

Ring in 2024, family-style, with a party in Vernon Hills’ Times Squar...

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Grayslake Giving Trees

11/24/23 - 12/30/23

Take in the most cheerful room in Grayslake, when you visit the Grayslake G...

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World of Illumination: Arctic Adventure at Six Flags Great America

11/17/23 - 12/31/23

World of Illumination is hosting Arctic Adventure, a drive-through audio vi...

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"The Snow Queen" at the Marriott Theatre

11/17/23 - 12/31/23

Be spirited away by this new musical adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen&...

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Sip and Savor the Holiday in Lincolnshire

11/21/23 - 12/31/23

‘Tis the season for giving, and we’d like to give you the chanc...

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"Eleanor's Very Merry Christmas Wish" The Musical at Citadel Theatre

12/20/23 - 12/31/23

A holiday musical with heart, humor and eight original songs, Eleanor`s Ver...

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Santa's Rock N Lights

11/17/23 - 01/01/24

Drive thru over one mile of holiday lights! Celebrate tradition at their...

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Dickens Holiday Village in Antioch

11/23/23 - 01/01/24

Olde England comes alive in Historic Downtown Antioch, IL with life-like fi...

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Kringle's Christmas Village in Antioch

11/23/23 - 01/01/24

You'll browse in awe at the dozens of oversized shadowboxes that are fi...

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Germann Family Holiday Light Display in Gurnee

12/01/23 - 01/01/24

Visit Gurnee and watch the light show that the Germann family puts on. T...

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Home for the Holidays - Lighted Trail

Happening as planned 12/08/23 - 01/02/24

HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS – LIGHTED CHRISTMAS TRAIL...

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Lightscape at Chicago Botanic Garden

11/10/23 - 01/07/24

Embrace the season’s beauty and make spirits bright at Lightscape, re...

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Snowland at Great Wolf Lodge Illinois

11/24/23 - 01/08/24

Snow showers and twinkling lights transform the Great Wolf Lodge Illinois i...

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Holiday Events & Activities

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