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Top 10 Things To Do in September 2026

posted: 08/28/2026

As we enter September, get ready to say goodbye to summer and usher in autumn and all the colors, flavors and events this sea...

Things To Do This Weekend August 28-31, 2026

posted: 08/25/2026

Summer doesn't so much end in Lake County as it detonates — with drones lighting up the sky, artists lining the str...

Things To Do This Weekend August 21-23, 2026

posted: 08/20/2026

August in Lake County does not slow down. It never really does. The weekend of Aug. 21-23 brings some of the summer's mos...

Visit Lake County Announces its 2026 #LetsSnapLakeCounty Photo Contest Winners

posted: 08/14/2026

The phrase, “take a picture; it’ll last longer,” takes new meaning as you take your impressive imagery of L...

2026 Lake County Fall-Winter Theatre Schedules Are Released

posted: 08/14/2026

Lake County's arts scene is gearing up for a busy fall, with venues across the region rolling out everything from Broadwa...

Things To Do This Weekend August 14-16, 2026

posted: 08/13/2026

Get ready for a weekend with exciting summer events for anybody and everybody. Animal lovers can visit the newly-renovated fa...

Things To Do This Weekend August 7-9, 2026

posted: 08/03/2026

Whether you are looking to spend your weekend humming along to Sondheim under the stage lights, strolling alongside therapy m...

Top 10 Things To Do in August 2026

posted: 07/31/2026

August marks the final stretch of summer, so soak it up in Lake County with these exciting activities and events. From lively...

Things To Do This Weekend July 31-August 2, 2026

posted: 07/30/2026

This weekend, as we say goodbye to July and welcome August, Lake County has a lineup of exciting events fit for the whole fam...

Things To Do This Weekend July 24-26, 2026

posted: 07/23/2026

As we prepare to say goodbye to July until next year, spend this last weekend soaking up the sun, enjoying live music and exp...

6 Things You Can't-Miss at the 97th Annual Lake County Fair

posted: 07/17/2026

The scent of funnel cakes in the air signals that the 97th Annual Lake County Fair is almost here! This year's theme is &...

Things To Do This Weekend July 17-19, 2026

posted: 07/16/2026

Whether it’s the hum of tires winding along scenic lakeside highways, the savory aroma of multicultural street food waf...

2026 Lake County Summer Concerts and Movies in the Park

posted: 07/10/2026

Take in Lake County's summer sights and sounds this season with outdoor music and movies in our beautiful local parks, ga...

Things To Do This Weekend July 10-12, 2026

posted: 07/09/2026

Summer in Lake County is about to hit high gear. Whether you want to hear the roar of classic engines, watch high-flying houn...

Aquatic Centers and Pools in Lake County, IL

posted: 07/08/2026

There's nothing quite like the sound of splashing water and kids' laughter carrying across a summer afternoon. It'...

Things To Do This Weekend July 3-5, 2026

posted: 07/01/2026

Whether your idea of celebrating the nation’s birthday involves the gentle splash of a homemade cardboard boat, the nos...

Top 10 Things To Do in July 2026

posted: 06/26/2026

July is made for making memories, and there's no better place to spend it than Lake County. From patriotic celebrations a...

Things To Do This Weekend June 26-28, 2026

posted: 06/24/2026

Summer in the suburbs means sun-drenched afternoons, the sweet smell of festival food and the familiar soundtrack of communit...

2026 Lake County Fourth of July Guide

posted: 06/18/2026

Before the first firework splits the summer sky, Lake County communities are already mapping out weeks of parades, festivals ...

Things To Do This Weekend June 19-21, 2026

posted: 06/18/2026

With Father's Day, LGBTQ+ Pride Month and Juneteenth, June is packed with celebrations, and Lake County has events to rev...

45+ Ways to Treat Dad to a Happy Father's Day in Lake County 2026

posted: 06/11/2026

With Father's Day right around the corner, now's the time to figure out your weekend plans and all the ways you'r...

Things To Do This Weekend June 11-13, 2026

posted: 06/11/2026

Summer has a way of filling a calendar before you think to check it. This weekend across Lake County, the options run from si...

Where to Watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Lake County, IL

posted: 06/10/2026

It only comes around once every four years, and this summer it lands closer to home than it has in decades. The 2026 FIFA Wor...

Things To Do This Weekend June 5-7, 2026

posted: 06/04/2026

Lake County is kicking off summer this weekend with an exciting array of events featuring some of the best food and music in ...

Summer Festival Season in Lake County 2026

posted: 06/03/2026

Summer in Lake County doesn't ease in quietly. It arrives all at once, in a rush of carnival lights, lakefront fireworks ...

Top 10 Things To Do in June 2026

posted: 05/29/2026

Lake County is stepping into summer with a packed lineup of festivals, live music, lakefront escapes and community events tha...

Things To Do This Weekend May 29-31, 2026

posted: 05/27/2026

The weekend is here and Lake County has no shortage of ways to celebrate. Whether you're looking to sample local craft be...

Things To Do This Weekend May 22-25, 2026

posted: 05/21/2026

Memorial Day weekend in Lake County arrives this year with something for everyone and a few things nobody will see coming. Th...

Asian and Pacific Islander-Owned Businesses in Lake County

posted: 05/15/2026

Lake County is a cultural melting pot and this vibrant mix is reflected in the diversity of its businesses. Foodies seek...

Memorial Day Weekend in Lake County 2026

posted: 05/15/2026

On Memorial Day, we remember and commemorate the brave soldiers who have fallen in battle to uphold our freedoms. To those of...

Things To Do This Weekend May 15-17, 2026

posted: 05/14/2026

Breathe in the fresh spring air and check out some of Lake County's top events this weekend. With the arrival of the warm...

Life's a Beach: Guide to Lake County Beaches 2026

posted: 05/08/2026

Lake County isn't called the "land of lakes" for nothing... With over 200 lakes and extensive Lake Michigan sho...

Things To Do This Weekend May 8-10, 2026

posted: 05/06/2026

Spring has arrived in Lake County, and with it comes the annual ritual of honoring the women who've earned a day off from...

Top 10 Things To Do in May 2026

posted: 05/01/2026

May is one of the most exciting months in Lake County — warmer days are finally here, the lakes are calling, and there&...

Things To Do This Weekend May 1-3, 2026

posted: 04/28/2026

In Lake County, spring arrives this weekend, marked by a calendar that trades winter coats for craft pints and gallery w...

Mother's Day in Lake County 2026

posted: 04/24/2026

Mothers deserve more than a card and a hastily wrapped gift — they deserve a day that matches their boundless energy, u...

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