Back-to-School Shopping in Lake County 2021

By: Jonathan Jones 08/16/2021

“Back to school, back to school. To prove to dad that I’m not a fool. I’ve got my lunch packed up, and my boots tied tight. Hope I don’t get in a fight.” – Adam Sandler in “Billy Madison.”

Oh boy, here we go again. The end of summer is right around the corner for the kiddies.

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From clothes to backpacks to pens and other school supplies, there is plenty of wear and tear on some of the aforementioned items that must be replaced before the school bells start ringing. There's still time to experience a little summer fun, while the youngsters are still adjusting to the transition of work and play.

These back-to-school deals and events are mall-focused, but be sure to drop into Lake County’s various downtown areas.

Here are Lake County’s back-to-school deals and events.

Deer Park Town Center

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Deer Park Town Center features over 70 exclusive shops and restaurants for your perusing pleasure. Be sure to stop during your back-to-school shopping for a bite to eat. Remember: nobody’s too cool for school.

School Supply Drive & Gift with Purchase INFO»
Buy Select Mac and iPad models with education pricing and get AirPods. 20% off AppleCare+ at Apple INFO»
Up to an Extra 40% Off Sale Styles at J.Jill INFO»
Buy 1, Get 1 50% off Books for All Ages at Barnes & Noble INFO»
Save 15% at Buckle INFO»
20% off Teacher Discount at Chico's INFO»
Buy One, Get One 30% Off Full Price Items at Francesca's INFO»
50% Off Lenses with Fram Purchase at LensCrafters INFO»
50% off for New Students at Pilate Smart INFO»
25% off Back-to-School Essentials at Vera Bradley INFO»

Deer Park Town Center, 20530 N. Rand Rd., Deer Park.

Gurnee Mills Mall

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Over 200 retailers at the Gurnee mall, there are plenty of establishments providing the perfect back-to-school content. You’ll be sure to dress your youngsters in the hippest threads and gear this side of the Mississippi.

Buy One Get One 50% OFF at Levi's Outlet Store INFO»
Buy One pair of Jeans get One Free at Aéropostale INFO»
Back to School Sales at Shoe Dept. Encore INFO»
50% Off Lenses with Fram Purchase at LensCrafters INFO»
$5 off any purchase of $50 or more and $10 off any purchase of $100 or more at The Uniform Outlet INFO»
$20 off Your Purchase of $150 or More at Polo Ralph Lauren INFO»
Save 15% at Buckle INFO»
Buy One Get One 50% OFF of Jeans and Joggers and Take an Additional 60% off Clearance at American Eagle INFO»
Back To School Sale at Skechers INFO»
Free Piercing at Claire's INFO»
Buy One Get One 50% off at Vans Outlet INFO»
Buy One Get One 50% off at Off Broadway Shoe Warehouse INFO»
Teacher VIP Coupon at Perfumes 4U INFO»
Student Thursdays at Perfumes 4U INFO»

Gurnee Mills, 6170 W. Grand Ave., Gurnee.

Hawthorn Mall in Vernon Hills

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There are over 140 retailers at the Vernon Hills mall. Hawthorn Mall is sure to provide shoppers with all of their back-to-school needs so your kiddies can sharpen memories about "history, biology, the science book and the French they took" in style.