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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

#LetsSnapLakeCounty Photo Contest
#LetsSnapLakeCounty Photo Contest

"A Jukebox for Algonquin" at Citadel Theatre
Circus Vazquez at Hawthorn
Circus Vazquez at Hawthorn
Illinois Craft Beer Week
Illinois Craft Beer Week
Mother Earth Market at Brushwood Center
Mother Earth Market at Brushwood Center

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May. 21
Cocktails 101 - O'Toole's Libertyville
Cocktails 101 - O'Toole's Libertyville
5/21/25
Margarita craft cocktail tastings paired with small plates.Wednesday, May 2...
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May. 21
Beautiful Batik Workshop
Beautiful Batik Workshop
5/21/25
In this exciting 3-hour workshop, artist Tina Fincher helps you explore the...
Explore Events @ Antioch Fine Arts Foundation
May. 21
Dead Wednesday Trouble Ahead at 28 Mile
Dead Wednesday Trouble Ahead at 28 Mile
5/21/25
28 Mile Distilling welcomes Trouble Ahead. Every Wednesday we will be hosti...
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May. 22
Paint and Sip Night - Timothy O'Tooles,Lake Villa
Paint and Sip Night - Timothy O'Tooles,Lake Villa
5/22/25
Paint and Sip an All American Summer - All Supplies IncludedThursday, May 2...
Explore Events @ Timothy O'Toole's Pub Lake Villa
May. 22
Break Through Your Genealogy Brick Walls at Lake Forest Public Library
Break Through Your Genealogy Brick Walls at Lake Forest Public Library
5/22/25
Register and join Lake County Genealogical Society in person for tips and c...
Explore Events @ Lake Forest Public Library
May. 22
La Cantina DJ Night at Green Town on the Rocks
La Cantina DJ Night at Green Town on the Rocks
5/22/25
Come on out to Green Town on The Rocks located right on the shore of beauti...
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May. 23
Lake County Food Truck Festival at Lake County Fairgrounds
Lake County Food Truck Festival at Lake County Fairgrounds
5/23/25
The Lake County Food Truck Festival is coming back to the Lake County Fairg...
Explore Events @ Lake County Fairgrounds & Event Center
May. 23
Waterfront Market at Waukegan Harbor and Marina
Waterfront Market at Waukegan Harbor and Marina
5/23/25
Waterfront Market at Waukegan Harbor and Marina Mark your calendars fo...
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May. 23
The Wads! at Green Town on the Rocks
The Wads! at Green Town on the Rocks
5/23/25
Enjoy a Friday afternoon with The Wads! outdoors at beautiful Waukegan Harb...
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May. 24
Crafts with a Brew & View at HB Biergaten North Point Marina
May. 24
Knievel's Daredevil Band at Blarney Island
Knievel's Daredevil Band at Blarney Island
5/24/25
Knievel's Daredevil Band is pumped to return to Blarney Island during M...
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May. 24
Grateful Jazz Band at 28 Mile
Grateful Jazz Band at 28 Mile
5/24/25
The GJB returns to highwood with an expanded lineup and more instrumental e...
Explore Events @ 28 Mile Distilling Co
May. 25
Brothers' Field Flavor Days: South of the Border
Brothers' Field Flavor Days: South of the Border
5/25/25
Introducing FLAVOR DAYS: A Culinary Adventure at Brothers’ Field!Join...
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May. 25
Rolling Thunder Illinois Chapters 1 & 2 Annual Mid-America Parade
Rolling Thunder Illinois Chapters 1 & 2 Annual Mid-America Parade
5/25/25
The Rolling Thunder Illinois Chapters 1 and 2 Annual mid-America Parade wil...
Explore Events @ 3001 Green Bay Road
May. 26
Memorial Day Parade & Ceremony in Grayslake
Memorial Day Parade & Ceremony in Grayslake
5/26/25
Grayslake will kick off Memorial Day by stepping off with its annual parade...
Explore Events @ Downtown Grayslake
May. 26
Wauconda Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony
Wauconda Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony
5/26/25
The parade kicks off May 26 at 10 a.m., and travels along Wauconda's Ma...
Explore Events @ Wauconda High School to Memorial Park
May. 26
Lake Zurich Memorial Day Remembrance Ceremony
Lake Zurich Memorial Day Remembrance Ceremony
5/26/25
Remember those fallen soldiers as Lake Zurich commemorates these U.S. heroe...
Explore Events @ Main Street Lake Zurich
May. 26
Memorial Day Parade in Mundelein
Memorial Day Parade in Mundelein
5/26/25
The American Legion Post #867 and the Village of Mundelein invite all men a...
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May. 26
Waukegan Memorial Day Parade & Ceremony
Waukegan Memorial Day Parade & Ceremony
5/26/25
Join the City of Waukegan as we honor and remember those who gave their liv...
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May. 28
Senior Series: Guided Nature Paddle at Independence Grove Forest Preserve
Senior Series: Guided Nature Paddle at Independence Grove Forest Preserve
5/28/25
Enjoy a leisurely paddle at the lake at Independence Grove while learning a...
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May. 29
Family Fishing at Independence Grove Forest Preserve
Family Fishing at Independence Grove Forest Preserve
5/29/25
Drop a line and see if the fish are biting. Learn what fish species live in...
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May. 30
Brothers' Field Havana Nights
Brothers' Field Havana Nights
5/30/25
Start your summer off with energy, flavor, and rhythm at Havana Nights&mdas...
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May. 30
Brit Floyd - Wish You Were Here at Genesee
Brit Floyd - Wish You Were Here at Genesee
5/30/25
Fan-favorite Brit Floyd returns with a new show celebrating the 50th annive...
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Apr. 12 - May. 31
Grayslake Spring Farmers Market
Grayslake Spring Farmers Market
4/12/25 - 5/31/25
Shop for veggies, cheese, gourmet coffee, artisan baked goods, apple cider ...
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May. 10 - May. 31
VISUAL STORIES by Chicago Women’s Caucus for Art
VISUAL STORIES by Chicago Women’s Caucus for Art
5/10/25 - 5/31/25
The Blue Moon Art Gallery will host "VISUAL STORYTELLING," a mult...
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May. 10 - May. 31
BEYOND THE OBVIOUS by Michelle O’Connor | Abstract Expressionist Paintings
BEYOND THE OBVIOUS by Michelle O’Connor | Abstract Expressionist Paintings
5/10/25 - 5/31/25
Michelle O'Connor's abstract painting exhibition, "BEYOND THE ...
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May. 30 - May. 31
Chicagoland Antique, Advertising, Slot Machine and Jukebox Show at the Lake County Fairgrounds and Event Center
May. 31
Craft Beer Tasting at Century Park
Craft Beer Tasting at Century Park
5/31/25
Attention craft beer aficionados! We are hosting our 12th annual tasting ev...
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May. 31
Lights, Camera, Candles - Movie Night! Mamma Mia 2 Here We Go Again
Lights, Camera, Candles - Movie Night! Mamma Mia 2 Here We Go Again
5/31/25
Get ready to sing along and pour your heart out during Mamma Mia! Here We G...
Explore Events @ Romney Brown Candle Company
May. 31
Spring Paddle at Heller Nature Center
Spring Paddle at Heller Nature Center
5/31/25
Join our naturalists on a canoe ride through Skokie Lagoon. Learn to paddle...
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May. 31
From Our Farm to Your Table at Liberty Prairie
From Our Farm to Your Table at Liberty Prairie
5/31/25
Join us for an unforgettable day on the farm with your family -- where the ...
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May. 31
Jay Mohr At America Place Casino
Jay Mohr At America Place Casino
5/31/25
Jay Mohr is a comedian, actor, and bestselling author who began performing ...
Explore Events @ American Place Casino

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