Holiday Your Way with Grayslake Attractions

While the Merry Bells Keep Rining, Happy Holidays to You in Grayslake

Almond Marsh Forest Preserve

Rollins Savanna holds the esteemed title of an "Important Bird Area," recognized by the National Audubon Society for its sanctuary to a significant population of endangered yellow-headed blackbirds. It's not just a haven for our feathered friends; it's a scenic haven for photography enthusiasts, especially during the vibrant fall season.

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College of Lake County 

We're sure you're going to want to work off those holiday feast pounds. Former Monsters of the Midway themselves utilize the Vernon Hills work out facility. The 45,000 square-foot facility is equipped with 40 yards of training turf (the largest space in the Chicagoland area), a recovery lounge that includes cryotherapy, a variety of boutique fitness and training classes, a kids' club and more.

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Glunz Family Winery and Cellars

Four generations of Glunz’s have operated a business in libations. The Glunz family landed in the states in 1879 and opened a wine, beer and spirit store on Wells and Division Streets in Chicago's Old Town in 1888. In 1992, the third-generation descendants began creating small-batch fortified wines, and the rest is history. The family has a women-owned winery and tasting room in Grayslake and wine country on 20 acres of land in Paso Robles, California, where they grow much of the drinkables. Suzzie Glunz is the proprietor at this Lake County Libation Trail establishment. Descendants from the Glunz family also have run that same shop in Chicago for the last 130 years. The Grayslake/Paso Robles family winery has earned many awards for its offerings. During the holiday season, Vin Glögg must be at your family celebrations. This delightful holiday blend combines half dry red wine and half port, infused with a symphony of spices including cinnamon, cardamom, and orange peel.

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Grayslake Heritage Center and Museum

The Grayslake Heritage Center and Museum proudly hosts the enthralling exhibits "Embracing Change: The Growth of Grayslake," "Grayslake Fire and Rescue," "A Golden Milestone: 50 Years, 50 Treasures" and their holiday offering the "Grayslake Giving Trees." where local organizations decorate trees to illustrate their mission or celebrate a theme. 

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James Lumber Center

The James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts hosts a slew of holiday productions listed below to take in the seasons greetings offerings. They end the year with a classic holiday tradition presentation of Ruth Page's "The Nutcracker."

• "Clue" (select days from Nov. 6-14) INFO»
• CLC Jazz Ensemble's 50th Anniversary Art of Jazz Concert Featuring Trumpeter Scott Wendholt (Nov. 8) INFO»
• CLC Winter Dance Concert (Nov. 20-21) INFO»
• CLC Holiday Choral Concert (Dec. 5) INFO»
• CLC Holiday Wind Ensemble Concert (Dec. 6) INFO»
• CLC Concert Band Holiday Concert (Dec. 10) INFO»
• Mariachi Herencia de Mexico: A Mariachi Christmas (Dec. 11) INFO»
• Lake County Symphony Orchesta: "Sounds of the Season" Holiday Concert (Dec. 12) INFO»
• Ruth Page's "The Nutcracker" (Dec. 19-20) INFO»

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Lake County Fairgrounds and Event Center

If you want to step out of the cold to do some cool indoor ice time, head to Glacier Ice Arena. Visitors can take a breather from the holiday shopping and prep at the Vernon Hills facility that hosts hockey slapshotters, twizzling triple lutzers and maybe a date night for a little couple's skate.

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Rollins Savana Forest Preserve

Tangled Roots is a haven for beer lovers and food enthusiasts alike! With their wide selection of handcrafted brews and mouthwatering dishes, it's the perfect spot to unwind and savor the good life. Whether you're a seasoned beer connoisseur or just looking for a fun night out, Tangled Roots has something for everyone. So grab a pint, indulge in some delicious grub, and let the good times flow!

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Romney Brown Candle Company

Bump, collide and compete against your friends in the unique bumper car sport, WhirlyBall. Everyone’s favorite lacrosse/basketball/bumper car fusion game is the perfect place for fun. Besides delectable eats, WhirlyBall has a vast selection of brews. Take a break from bullying and zap or roll a turkey with laser tag and bowling respectively.

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For other holiday happenings in Lake County, continue here. For more about the Village of Vernon Hills, click here.