Calendar of Events for Lake County, Illinois - Visit Lake County

Jul. 1 - Sep. 27

Threads of Greatness: Waukegan's Connections to American Icons in Waukegan

7/1/26 - 9/27/26
Presented in celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, this engagin...
Explore Events @ Waukegan History Museum at the Carnegie

Sep. 24 - Sep. 27

The True Story of the 3 Little Pigs at the James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts

9/24/26 - 9/27/26
There are two sides to every story and when the Big Bad Wolf takes the stan...
Explore Events @ James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts at the College of Lake County

Sep. 25 - Sep. 27

Apple Fest in Historic Downtown Long Grove

9/25/26 - 9/27/26
How do you like your apples? Fresh? Baked in pies? Dipped in chocolate or c...
Explore Events @ Historic Downtown Long Grove

Sep. 26 - Sep. 27

Lake County Boat Show at the Lake County Fairgrounds

9/26/26 - 9/27/26
Lake County’s end-of-season boating tradition — and the smartes...
Explore Events @ Lake County Fairgrounds & Event Center

Sep. 27

Festival De Cultura, Comida y Vida at Nippersink Forest Preserve in Round Lake

9/27/26
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with neighbors, family and friends at Fes...
Explore Events @ Nippersink Forest Preserve

Sep. 27

Waukegan Tour of Homes 2026

9/27/26
Welcome to the Waukegan Historical Society's Tour of Homes 2026!Featuri...
Explore Events @ Waukegan History Museum at the Carnegie

Sep. 27

Everything Wheels: Cruisin' Car Show and Touch A Truck in Kildeer

9/27/26
Bring the whole family out for an afternoon featuring an exciting variety o...
Explore Events @ Quentin Collection Shopping Center

Sep. 27

Lobster Boil at Bluegrass Restaurant

9/27/26
Bluegrass Restaurant invites guests to a Sunday afternoon featuring lobster...
Explore Events @ Bluegrass Restaurant

Sep. 27

Harmonie North Chamber Winds presents French Connection

9/27/26
Ever heard a chamber wind ensemble live? It’s a rare experience.Harmo...
Explore Events @ United Methodist Church of Libertyville

Sep. 27

She Moves Mujer Muevete 5k at Independence Grove Forest Preserve

9/27/26
WWM Fitness will host its first official 5K, a celebration of movement, emp...
Explore Events @ Independence Grove Forest Preserve

Sep. 29

Sing at Gorton: Goodbye Yellow Brick Road, Hello Penny Lane: An Evening of Elton, Billy and the Beatles

9/29/26
A trip down the Yellow Brick Road and over to Penny Lane, with a few stops ...
Explore Events @ Gorton Center

Sep. 29

Historic Bonner Farm Tour in Lindenhurst

9/29/26
Join a history educator to learn about the people, the land and the events ...
Explore Events @ Bonner Heritage Farm

Sep. 29

Fall Color Walks at Volo Bog State Natural Area

9/29/26
Join an informal guided hike focused on the changing leaves Sept. 29 from 2...
Explore Events @ Volo Bog State Natural Area

Sep. 29

A Year with the Bees at Volo Bog State Natural Area

9/29/26
Wondering where bees go in the winter? Or how they make honey? Attendees wi...
Explore Events @ Volo Bog State Natural Area

May. 1 - Sep. 30

Camping at Adeline Jay Geo-Karis Illinois Beach State Park

5/1/26 - 9/30/26
Stretching 6.5 miles along the shores of Lake Michigan, Illinois Beach Stat...
Explore Events @ Illinois Beach State Park

May. 1 - Sep. 30

Independence Grove Forest Preserve and Canoe Launch Open for the Season

5/1/26 - 9/30/26
Centered around a 129-acre lake, Independence Grove is open for the season ...
Explore Events @ Independence Grove Forest Preserve and Canoe Launch

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. 30

Bingo Night Returns to BBQ'd Productions Third Lake

9/30/26
Monthly Bingo returns to BBQ'd Productions for another season. Whether ...
Explore Events @ BBQ'd Productions Third Lake

Jun. 18 - Oct. 1

Wauconda Farmers Market

6/18/26 - 10/1/26
Every Thursday the market has fresh produce, flowers, meats, cheeses, bread...
Explore Events @ Wauconda Area Chamber of Commerce

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. 1

Thursday Hold 'Em Poker Tournaments at American Place Casino

10/1/26
Join American Place Casino for Thursday Hold 'Em Tournaments all A...
Explore Events @ Harbor Poker Room at American Place Casino

Oct. 1

Carnegie Sessions: Songs of the Old Library

10/1/26
Join the Waukegan Park District and the Waukegan Historical Society for an ...
Explore Events @ Waukegan History Museum at the Carnegie

Oct. 1

OktoBEEfest in Winthrop Harbor

10/1/26
Join the Seabee Community at 2026 OktoBEEfest – Great Lakes, an eveni...
Explore Events @ Winthrop Harbor VFW Post

Oct. 1

Young Washington at Gorton Center

10/1/26
Step into the early life of America’s first president with Young...
Explore Events @ Gorton Center

Oct. 1

Creepy Crawlies at Volo Bog State Natural Area

10/1/26
Visitors can observe, meet and listen to a presentation on live snakes, spi...
Explore Events @ Volo Bog State Natural Area

Oct. 2

First Friday on MainStreet Libertyville

10/2/26
Perhaps a wine tasting, special discounts or live music and refreshments wh...
Explore Events @ Downtown Libertyville

Oct. 2

Cracker with Ike and Shane Reilly at the James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts

10/2/26
Some of the best music is made by artists whose jams don’t fit inside...
Explore Events @ James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts at the College of Lake County

Oct. 2

Hire Lake County Job Fair at Lincolnshire Marriott Resort

10/2/26
The Hire Lake County Job Fair is back, offering job seekers the chance to c...
Explore Events @ Lincolnshire Marriott Resort

Oct. 2

Halloween Garland Making at Volo Bog State Natural Area

10/2/26
Attendees can create Halloween-themed garlands for the home. Sustainability...
Explore Events @ Volo Bog State Natural Area

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. 2 - Oct. 3

Grand Opening Celebration at North Shore Distillery in Mundelein

10/2/26 - 10/3/26
North Shore Distillery will host an open house to celebrate the grand openi...
Explore Events @ North Shore Distillery

Oct. 3

Legions of Craft Beer Fest

10/3/26
You're invited to Gurnee American Legion Post 771's 9th Annual Legi...
Explore Events @ Gurnee American Legion

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