Things To Do This Weekend June 16-18, 2023
By: Jeff Randolph 06/14/2023
Outdoor concerts, a long-standing car show, and Juneteenth celebrations are showcased in this edition of things to do this weekend, June 16-18.
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Let's look at Lake County's top five things to do this weekend, June 16-18.
Ravinia Festival returns with many star-studded names to kick off its season. Since 1905, the Highland Park fest has featured the top musicians spanning various genres, making it the oldest outdoor festival in North America. Opening weekend starts with a Grammy-winning lineup featuring Ms. Lauryn Hill, Chicago, and Jacob Collier. On Friday, Collier is considered one of the most gifted singers providing vocals on myriad genres, including John Mayer, T-Pain, Coldplay, and more. The five-time Grammy winner shares the stage with an acoustic folk-pop trio called Tiny Habits. Maybe you discovered Ms. Hill or L. Boogie as a member of the iconic group the Fugees with Wyclef Jean and Pras, while others may have first seen her as Rita Louise Watson in "Sister Act 2." Wherever you were when you first found out about the songstress, you were somewhere when her first solo album, "The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill," dropped. This album is considered one of the most renowned albums of all time. The eight-time Grammy winner performance is a can't-miss show as Hill exclusively performs songs from the album, as mentioned earlier, celebrating its 25th anniversary. Everyone's favorite Windy City-named band, Chicago, is heading a few miles north to don the Ravinia Festival stage. The rock band, originally named the Chicago Transit Authority after the Second City's bus and "L" system, has sold over 40 million units registering 23 gold, 18 platinum, and eight multi-platinum albums. Chicago shares the stage with special guest Nani. Make it a full-day event by catching the incomparable Ruth Page Civic Ballet and friends Saturday afternoon at the Bennet Gordon Hall, and lose yourself in the sounds of violinist Arnaud Sussmann and pianist Michael Stephen Brown.
Friday-Sunday, June 16-18; Fri.: 7 p.m., Sat.: 1 and 8 p.m., Sun.: 2 and 7 p.m. Collier tickets: $46-$110, Hill tickets: $57-$160, Chicago Tickets: $51-$150 and Bennett Gordon Hall Shows: $15. Ravinia Festival, 201 Ravinia Park Rd., Highland Park.
Are you craving some memories? Watch your past return to life as Zion hosts its 35th annual Nostalgia Days at Shiloh Park. Experience a ton of excitement, including live music, Lake County's largest, longest-running car, truck & motorcycle show, outdoor movies, a carnival, tasty eats, and much more. The Sheridan Road Cruise highlights Friday from 4-6 p.m. The fest also features live performances by Zion-Benton Township High School's Cheer Team, the secondary education facility's Drill Team, the Razzle Dazzles, and a live broadcast by 95 WIIL ROCK.
Friday-Saturday, June 16-17; Fri.: 4-6 p.m. and Sat.: 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Downtown Zion, Sheridan Road.
It's the party of the year in Libertyville! Libertyville Days is a staple in the community, and this year's theme is "MVPs of 2023." For three memorable days, beautiful downtown Libertyville provides a weekend full of activities, including a parade, pageant, carnival rides, Church Street eats, beer garden, an arts, and craft fair, eating competitions, a car show, live entertainment, and so much more at this sports themed fest summer kickoff. The fest features live performances by Marlon and the Shakes, Lady A, Sneezy, Modern Day Romeos, the Improv Playhouse, School of Rock Libertyville, and more.
Friday-Sunday, June 16-18; Fri.: 11 a.m.- 11 p.m., Sat.: 11 a.m.-11 p.m. and Sun.: noon-6 p.m. Downtown Libertyville, Milwaukee Avenue and Church Street
Experience Waukegan through two different lenses on Saturday, as the City of Progress hosts the Lake County Juneteenth Journey by day and the monthly festival, ArtWauk in the evening. Both events let you soak in and support the local community by making local artists known and celebrating the Black history of the city and the county. The Juneteenth Journey is a bus tour of historic African American sites that begins at the Waukegan History Museum. The tour visits different establishments throughout the city, educating visitors about each location and its historical significance. The free admission bus trip runs for about two hours. In the evening, ArtWauk kicks off at 5 p.m. The Waukegan Arts Council expo switches themes monthly and is free to the public. Galleries, shops, eateries, and more businesses participate, offering the opportunity to purchase locally made goods and support local businesses and artisans. Go to WaukeganHistorical.org to sign up for the bus tour. Visit ArtWauk.com for additional information on ArtWauk.
Saturday, June 17; 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Juneteenth Journey 10 a.m.-4 p.m., ArtWauk 5-9 p.m. Juneteenth Journey Tickets: $5-$10. Journey – Bowen Park, 1917 N. Sheridan Rd., Waukegan. ArtWauk – Downtown Waukegan, Genesee Street.
"Welcome to the Family, Madrigal. Where all the people are fantastical and magical." Visit Paulus Park to see the smash-hit movie "Encanto" under the stars. Bring a picnic basket, blanket, friends, and whatever makes you feel at home. The Lake Zurich Parks and Recreation Department will provide popcorn and drinks for attendees. The movie begins at dusk, which is approximately 8:30 p.m. If you're there early, visit the Lake Zurich Farmers Market. And don't forget, "We don't talk about Bruno."
Friday, June 16; 8:30 p.m. Paulus Park, 200 S. Rand Rd., Lake Zurich.
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