Things To Do This Weekend July 21-23, 2023
By: Jeff Randolph 07/19/2023
There is little time to left to plan your last-minute summer vacation. However, it is very feasible to plan your summer staycation. We have a few ideas right here in Lake County in this edition of things to do this weekend, July 21-23, 2023.
Keeping the kids entertained during the summer months can often be a challenge. Fret no more; we have the Kids Summer Fun Guide in Lake County 2023. Continue here to view the details.
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Let's look at Lake County's top five things to do this weekend, July 21-23.
"Oh, the places you'll go" and explore, and those sites, sounds, and feels will leave you and the family with memory makers. Lake County Road Trips showcases five different experiences via car, bike, or hoofing to create an adventure on the land of lakes' arterial highways: Illinois Route 21, U.S. Route 45, Illinois Route 83, Illinois Route 41, and U.S. Route 12. From thrilling coasters to splashtastic encounters - from scenic nature expeditions to serene beach bum lounging along one of 75 lakes - from strolling on a quaint boutique-lined main street to busting a movie at a festival, to delectable eats and saporous sips and then some, the land of lakes is your next destination. Time to take a ride to the beauty, history, nature, and discovery of Lake County. Visitors can win four tickets to Six Flags Great America and/or an overnight stay (two winners) in Gurnee at Great Wolf Lodge Illinois. Head to VisitLakeCounty.org for more details. So this summer, don't just take a road trip. Explore, explore, explore!
Friday-Sunday, July 21-23; Various locations in Lake County, Illinois.
Travel back to yesteryear with AlpineFest nostalgic bliss. The Lake Zurich party in Lion Fred Blau Park is highlighted by carnival rides, games, a delectable variety of eats, a beer garden, a bags tournament, live entertainment, and so much more. The AlpineFest lineup includes live sounds by bands like Mike & Joe, The Gingers, Funk Brotherz, and more. The annual Lake Zurich event initially began to celebrate World War II victories in 1942. Remember to visit the Village of Lake Zurich Farmers Market in Paulus Park on July 21 at 3 p.m. The Lions Club canceled the AlpineFest parade this year due to the Main Street area construction. Fest-goers can purchase an "all-you-can-ride" carnival wristband for $25. For more information, visit LZLions.com.
Friday-Sunday, July 21-23; Fri.: 6-11:30 p.m., Sat.: noon-11:30 p.m. and Sun.: noon-6:30 p.m. Lion Fred Blau Park, 81 E. Main St., Lake Zurich.
"I'm just a bill; yes, I'm only a bill. and I'm sitting up on Capitol Hill." "Schoolhouse Rock," everyone's favorite animated Saturday morning children's programming on ABC covering grammar, science, economics, history, math, and civics comes to you in live fashion at the James Lumber Center of Performing Arts at the College of Lake County. The show turned live in 1993, opening at Chicago's Cabaret Voltaire. The Grayslake theatre's production is an all-ages show encouraging parents to "Lolly, Lolly, Lolly get your" summer school here. The curtains close on Sunday, July 23.
Friday-Sunday, July 21-23; Fri.-Sat.: 7:30 p.m. and Sun.: 2 p.m. Tickets: $10-$15. James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts, 19351 W. Washington St., Grayslake.
Live entertainment always gets your juices flowing when looking for a new tune to hum. The land of lakes offers many outdoor concerts outside of a Ravinia Festival or a festival, providing you with the epitome of summer. The Fox Lake Summer Art Series encourages residents and visitors to grab some blankets, lawn chairs, and snacks to watch a fantastic performance by School House Rock Libertyville. The "Heart of the Chain O'Lakes" village also showcases an art exhibit completed by Grant Community High School's National Art Honors Society. The series runs on Fridays through August 25. Visit FoxLake.org for more details.
Friday, July 21; 6:30-8 p.m. Admission: Free. Fox Lake Community Garden Green, 17 E. School St., Fox Lake.
Following your Friday evening art series exploits, Lake County Libation Trail partner Black Lung Brewing Co. of Round Lake Beach hosts its second location grand opening down the street. The newest Fox Lake brewhouse event will feature a ribbon cutting, a mixer, snacks, and one beer ticket per attendee. The Black Lung Brewing Co. free party offers visitors an exceptional Nippersink Lake view.
Saturday, July 22; 3-5 p.m. Black Lung Brewing Co., 115 Nippersink Blvd., Fox Lake.
For more things to do this weekend, July 21-23, click here.
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