Unwrap the Holidays with Gurnee Attractions

Brown paper packages tied up with strings, these are a few of my favorite things in Gurnee

"Frozen"at the Marriott Theatre

"For the first time in forever," after the shopping is complete for day one of the mad dash perusing, families can "Let it Go" with "Frozen the Musical" at the Marriott Theatre. The blockbuster Disney hit makes its way to the Lincolnshire stage, following protagonist and bonafied superhero Elsa who has magical powers as she tries to keep them hidden from the world. After she accidentally puts her gift on the display, she runs away and the epic journey of sister Anna, Kristoff, Olaf and Sven go after to bring her home. The timeless Arendelle classic runs on select days through January 3. 

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"SPongeBob the musical" at Marriott Theatre

"Who lives in a pineapple under the sea?" Your absorbent and yello and porous pal SpongeBob Squarepants hits the live stage throughout the holiday season. Take a dip in the drink with a crabby patty in hand as you explore the sponge and his buddies in this fun and knee slapping musical in the Lincolnshire staple's theatre for young audiences. SpongeBob and his friends must band together to save their home as a they find a volcano is about to erupt and destroy their home. A powerhouse score from musicians like Yolanda Adams, Aerosmith, The Flaming Lips, Cydni Lauper, John Legend, David Bowie and so many more. The kiddie show runs on selectdays through January 3. 

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Motown Christmas with Chester Gregory at Marriott theatre

Gregory returns to Marriott Theatre in Lincolnshire. Broadway star and recording artist Chester Gregory swaggers back to the Lincolnshire stage to stun crowds with his “A Motown Christmas.” Gregory has starred in Broadway hits like “Motown: The Musical,” “Hairspray,” “Dreamgirls” and “The Jackie Wilson Story.” The charismatic thespian and songster will highlight his show by performing the holiday tunes of Donnie Hathaway, Jackson 5, Jackie Wilson, Stevie Wonder and more, but also just some of the regular vintage hits. Dance, jive and boogie with Gregory as Marriott Theatre feature his art for two nights during the holiday season.

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Rockin New Years Eve with Nat Zegree at Marriott Theatre

It features Jeff Award-winning star Nat Zegree, known for his role in "Million Dollar Quartet," alongside the Chicago-based pop rock band The Oh Boys.The show promises an evening filled with rock and roll hits, spanning from legends like Jerry Lee Lewis and Buddy Holly to contemporary artists like Lady Gaga, Bruno Mars, and Miley Cyrus. Ring in the new year with a little pep to your step with this little diddy. 

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Crane's Landing Golf Course at the Lincolnshire marriott Resort

FORE! Not much time left, but links players can tee off on the scenic land of lakes course located on the grounds of the Lincolnshire Marriott Resort. The 18-hole course open through November 30, is a unique par 70 course designed in 1985 by renowned architect George Fazio, complemented with beautiful views of the Des Plaines River. If your stroke is trash, you can always get a slew of spectacular birds eye views as Crane's is a audubon certified sanctuary.  

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Spring Lake Park

Called the "heart of Lincolnshire," if the weather is right, is a sancuary in the area. While relaxing on the beach is more of the summer activity had here, Spring Lake Park is also a point on the Des Plaines River Trail splendid for hiking opportunity and scenic photo ops. The park is equipped with a fishing pond (catch and release only), a tennis and basketball court, picnic areas with grills, ice skating in the winter and more. 

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North Park

The village's premier athletic facility is a force to be reckon with, but while you're holiday persuing and partying, get away from it all with 37.5 acres of natural areas. Another area if the weather is right, is perfect for skating and hockey play and is also backs into Florsheim Nature Preserve which features a trail system, bike racks, hiking and cross-countyr skiing paths. 

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Half Day Brewing Co. 

Savor the flavor of an extensive beer list at the Lincolnshire Brewery. The brewery commemorates the town’s real name, Halfda, contrary to popular belief of a half-day’s journey from Chicago. The village chief, Chief Aptakisic of the Potawatomi tribe, was a Native American leader known for making the Treaty of Chicago in 1833 surrounding the Black Hawk War. One of their most sought after annual libations of the year is their Barrel-Aged Warrior Paint Imperial Stout. The 11-percent ABV stout is brewed with Mexican coffee beans flexing beautiful aromas of molasses and coffee waft from this libation, and the scents are paired with hints of oak and vanilla

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