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Next Weekend is just around the corner! Every season in Lake County creates long-lasting memories. Take an adventure through nature at one of the Lake County Forest Preserves or our state natural areas like Illinois Beach State Park, Chain O'Lakes State Park or Volo Bog State Natural Area. Dine on the delectable bites by eating alfresco or devour world-class cuisine in the comfort of your home with curbside pickup, takeout or delivery. Our local wineries, breweries and distilleries offer sumptuous spirits, vibrant vinos and breathtaking brews compliments of the Lake County Libation Trail. Peruse the calendar of events to see what's going on this month and beyond in the land of lakes!

Weekend Watch: Lake County's Top Five Things To Do This Weekend

Santa Parade in Libertyville
Santa Parade in Libertyville
Holly Jolly Holiday in Wauconda
Holly Jolly Holiday in Wauconda
Winter Lighting Celebration and Winter Market in Deerfield
Winter Lighting Celebration and Winter Market in Deerfield
Miracle on Main Street in Lake Zurich
Miracle on Main Street in Lake Zurich
Home for the Holidays 2025 at Genesee Theatre
Home for the Holidays 2025 at Genesee Theatre

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Dec. 5 - Dec. 6
Winter Lighting Celebration and Winter Market in Deerfield
Winter Lighting Celebration and Winter Market in Deerfield
12/5/25 - 12/6/25
The Winter Lighting Celebration kicks off the holiday season on Friday, Dec...
Explore Events @ Village of Deerfield
Dec. 6
Santa Parade in Libertyville
Santa Parade in Libertyville
12/6/25
The annual Santa Parade will travel through the Village of Libertyville&nbs...
Explore Events @ Village of Libertyville
Dec. 6
Breakfast with Santa at Viking Park in Gurnee
Breakfast with Santa at Viking Park in Gurnee
12/6/25
Enjoy the magic of the season with a visit from the “Big Guy” h...
Explore Events @ Viking Park
Dec. 6
Cookie and Cocoa Crawl in the Ravinia District of Highland Park
Cookie and Cocoa Crawl in the Ravinia District of Highland Park
12/6/25
The annual Ravinia District Cookie & Cocoa Crawl will kick off the holi...
Explore Events @ Jens Jensen Park
Dec. 6
Annual Holiday Holiday Craft Fair ALA 771 in Gurnee
Annual Holiday Holiday Craft Fair ALA 771 in Gurnee
12/6/25
Check out the 2025 Gurnee American Legion AUXILIARY Annual Holiday Cra...
Explore Events @ Gurnee American Legion
Dec. 6
Holly Jolly Holiday in Wauconda
Holly Jolly Holiday in Wauconda
12/6/25
A free family event is presented in partnership with the Wauconda Area Cham...
Explore Events @ Wauconda Park District Community Center
Dec. 6
Santa Visits in Your Home in Grayslake
Santa Visits in Your Home in Grayslake
12/6/25
Would you like Santa to visit your home and bring a gift to your child? The...
Explore Events @ Grayslake Community Park District
Dec. 6
Holiday Sip and Shop at Hawthorn
Holiday Sip and Shop at Hawthorn
12/6/25
Celebrate the season with a festive Sip & Shop at Hawthorn Row! Enjoy a...
Explore Events @ Hawthorn
Dec. 6
Parent and Child Art: Holiday Arts at Waukegan History Museum at the Carnegie
Parent and Child Art: Holiday Arts at Waukegan History Museum at the Carnegie
12/6/25
Decorate popsicle stick Christmas trees and make paper holiday Advent calen...
Explore Events @ Waukegan History Museum at the Carnegie
Dec. 6
Elf Invasion Pub Crawl in Downtown Highwood
Elf Invasion Pub Crawl in Downtown Highwood
12/6/25
***SOLD OUT***Calling all elves to come out and get “Elfed Up’ ...
Explore Events @ 28 Mile Vodka & Distillery
Dec. 6
Classic Distillery Tour
Classic Distillery Tour
12/6/25
Join your local distillery for an engaging tour of their distilling space, ...
Explore Events @ North Shore Distillery, LLC
Dec. 6
Choral Ensembles Holiday Concert at the James Lumber Center
Dec. 6
An Intimate Evening with David Foster and Katharine McPhee at Genesee Theatre
An Intimate Evening with David Foster and Katharine McPhee at Genesee Theatre
12/6/25
Ring in the holidays as legendary composer-producer David Foster and popula...
Explore Events @ Genesee Theatre
Dec. 6
Cocktails & Candles: Holiday Themed
Cocktails & Candles: Holiday Themed
12/6/25
Let’s get festive! Join us at Romney Brown Candle Company for a cozy ...
Explore Events @ Romney Brown Candle Company
Dec. 6
Paper Perennials: Paper Poinsettia Wreath Workshop at Viking Park
Paper Perennials: Paper Poinsettia Wreath Workshop at Viking Park
12/6/25
In this holiday workshop, Laura Garcia, owner of Paper Perennial, will be t...
Explore Events @ Viking Park
Dec. 6
Cookie Decorating with Mrs. Claus
Cookie Decorating with Mrs. Claus
12/6/25
Get ready for the ho…ho…ho…holidays by learning how to...
Explore Events @ Viking Park
Dec. 6
Dave & Buster's Annual Breakfast with Santa
Dave & Buster's Annual Breakfast with Santa
12/6/25
Kick off the season with sparkle and cheer at our exclusive Breakfast with ...
Explore Events @ Dave & Buster's
Dec. 6
Miracle on Main Street in Lake Zurich
Miracle on Main Street in Lake Zurich
12/6/25
The community is invited to attend the annual Miracle on Main Street event ...
Explore Events @ Downtown Lake Zurich, Rotary Park
Dec. 6
Winter Tree Lighting Festival in Mundelein
Winter Tree Lighting Festival in Mundelein
12/6/25
The Winter Tree Lighting Festival was introduced in 2024. It is a combinati...
Explore Events @ Courtland Commons
Dec. 6
Canadian Brass at Ravinia Festicval
Canadian Brass at Ravinia Festicval
12/6/25
No group has done more to make the brass quintet fun, entertaining and popu...
Explore Events @ Ravinia Festival
Dec. 6
Park District of Highland Park's Great Ornament Hunt
Park District of Highland Park's Great Ornament Hunt
12/6/25
Heller Trees are waiting to be decorated just in time for the season of win...
Explore Events @ Heller Nature Center
Dec. 6
Holiday Craft-a-Palooza and Holiday Market at Elawa Farm
Holiday Craft-a-Palooza and Holiday Market at Elawa Farm
12/6/25
Get into the holiday spirit at Elawa Farm! Kids will create festive cards a...
Explore Events @ Elawa Farm Foundation
Dec. 6
Paws Chicago Adoption Event at Gorton Center
Paws Chicago Adoption Event at Gorton Center
12/6/25
Join Us for a Heartwarming Adoption Event with PAWS Chicago!Looking to...
Explore Events @ Gorton Center
Dec. 6
Breakfast with Santa at Oaken Bistro
Breakfast with Santa at Oaken Bistro
12/6/25
Santa Claus is coming to brunch. Join us on Saturday, December 6th for a de...
Explore Events @ Oaken Bistro and Bar at The Forester
Dec. 6
Operation Outpour's Christmas Market and Bake Sale in Winthrop Harbor
Operation Outpour's Christmas Market and Bake Sale in Winthrop Harbor
12/6/25
Operation Outpour will host its annual Christmas Market and Bake Sale from ...
Explore Events @ The Point Church
Dec. 6
Breakfast with Santa at Illinois Beach Hotel
Breakfast with Santa at Illinois Beach Hotel
12/6/25
Illinois Beach Hotel at Illinois Beach State Park will host a Breakfast wit...
Explore Events @ Illinois Beach Hotel
Dec. 6
Holiday Open House at the Haines House Museum
Holiday Open House at the Haines House Museum
12/6/25
Get festive at the Waukegan Historical Society's annual holiday open ho...
Explore Events @ Haines House Museum at Bowen Park
Dec. 6
Wistful Winter Wonderland: Palette Knife Workshop in Deerfield
Wistful Winter Wonderland: Palette Knife Workshop in Deerfield
12/6/25
In this guided palette knife workshop, adults and children will each make t...
Explore Events @ Jewett Park Community Center
Dec. 6
Jingle Mingle 2025 at Sullivan Community Center in Vernon Hills
Jingle Mingle 2025 at Sullivan Community Center in Vernon Hills
12/6/25
The Melodeers will host their third annual Jingle Mingle, featuring holiday...
Explore Events @ Vernon Hills Park District Sullivan Community Center
Dec. 6
Farmers Market Tasting: Art History Brewing at Beer Bazaar
Farmers Market Tasting: Art History Brewing at Beer Bazaar
12/6/25
Bring some refinement to your Saturday! Art History Brewing specializes in ...
Explore Events @ Beer Bazaar
Dec. 6
Grayslake Arts Alliance Featured Artist Jennifer Karlov Meet & Greet / Drafts & Crafts: Holiday Card Decorating for Active Duty Service Members
Dec. 6
Grayslake Arts Alliance Featured Artist Jennifer Karlov Meet & Greet / Drafts & Crafts: Holiday Card Decorating for Active Duty Service Members

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