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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

Hot Cocoa Stroll at Hawthorn Row in Vernon Hills
Hot Cocoa Stroll at Hawthorn Row in Vernon Hills
Dickens of a Holiday in Libertyville
Dickens of a Holiday in Libertyville
Santa's Workshop at Lakefront Park in Fox Lake
Santa's Workshop at Lakefront Park in Fox Lake
Public Skate at Top Shelf in Gurnee
Public Skate at Top Shelf in Gurnee
Santa's Cottage in Mundelein
Santa's Cottage in Mundelein

Sorry, but that event is no longer available. Please see our updated calendar of events below.

Oct. 16 - Dec. 13
Smash the Cis-tem Art Exhibition at Adler Arts Center
Smash the Cis-tem Art Exhibition at Adler Arts Center
10/16/25 - 12/13/25
The Adler Arts Center, in partnership with LGBTQ+ Center Lake County, will ...
Explore Events @ Adler Arts Center
Dec. 13
Splashin' in a Winter Wonderland Family Swim Night with Waukegan Park District
Dec. 13
Breakfast with Santa at Gurnee American Legion Post 771
Breakfast with Santa at Gurnee American Legion Post 771
12/13/25
You're invited to the 2025 Breakfast with Santa at the Gurnee...
Explore Events @ Gurnee American Legion
Dec. 13
Pancakes with Santa at Canlan Sports Libertyville
Pancakes with Santa at Canlan Sports Libertyville
12/13/25
Celebrate the season at the Pancakes with Santa event, where families can e...
Explore Events @ Canlan Sports Libertyville
Dec. 13
Parent's Night Out in Gurnee
Parent's Night Out in Gurnee
12/13/25
Parents – spend a night out while we take care of the kids! Parent&rs...
Explore Events @ Hunt Club Park Community Center
Dec. 13
Hot Cocoa Stroll at Hawthorn Row
Hot Cocoa Stroll at Hawthorn Row
12/13/25
*** NOW INDOORS ***Hawthorn’s Second Annual Hot Cocoa Stroll returns ...
Explore Events @ Hawthorn
Dec. 13
Lights, Camera, Candles - Movie Night! Home Alone
Lights, Camera, Candles - Movie Night! Home Alone
12/13/25
Get ready for a cozy, laughter-filled night at Romney Brown Candle Company ...
Explore Events @ Romney Brown Candle Company
Dec. 13
Lady A: This Winter's Night at Genesee Theatre
Lady A: This Winter's Night at Genesee Theatre
12/13/25
With their strong vocals, rich harmonies and keen ability to blend country ...
Explore Events @ Genesee Theatre
Dec. 13
BBQd Family Holiday Ornament Workshop: Craft, Cocoa and Cheer
BBQd Family Holiday Ornament Workshop: Craft, Cocoa and Cheer
12/13/25
Kick off the holiday season with a little creativity and a lot of cheer at ...
Explore Events @ BBQ'd Productions Sports Bar & Grill
Dec. 13
Dickens of a Holiday in Libertyville
Dickens of a Holiday in Libertyville
12/13/25
Celebrate the season in downtown Libertyville on Saturday, Dec. 13, from 10...
Explore Events @ Main Street Libertyville
Dec. 13
Victorian Tea in Libertyville
Victorian Tea in Libertyville
12/13/25
Enjoy MainStreet Libertyville’s annual Victorian Tea at the United Me...
Explore Events @ United Methodist Church Libertyville
Dec. 13
Wood Burning Gift Making Workshop at Dandelion Art Gallery
Wood Burning Gift Making Workshop at Dandelion Art Gallery
12/13/25
Celebrate the season with a creative, hands-on experience at the Holiday Wo...
Explore Events @ Dandelion Art Gallery
Dec. 13
Holiday Candle Gift-Making Art Social at Dandelion Art Gallery
Holiday Candle Gift-Making Art Social at Dandelion Art Gallery
12/13/25
Get into the holiday spirit with the Holiday Candle Gift-Making Art Social ...
Explore Events @ Dandelion Art Gallery
Dec. 13
Stuff a Squad for Toys for Tots at Deer Park Town Center
Stuff a Squad for Toys for Tots at Deer Park Town Center
12/13/25
Deer Park Town Center and the Lake County Sheriff’s Office have teame...
Explore Events @ Deer Park Town Center
Dec. 13
Kris Kringle Market in Mundelein
Kris Kringle Market in Mundelein
12/13/25
The Kids Kringle Market highlights the talents of local youth ages 5–...
Explore Events @ Dolan Recreation Center
Dec. 13
Magic of Christmas Celebration at Lakehurst Center in Waukegan
Magic of Christmas Celebration at Lakehurst Center in Waukegan
12/13/25
Bring your kids to this joyful celebration of Christmas Magic. Pictures wit...
Explore Events @ Lakehurst Center
Dec. 13
17th Annual Cookie Walk at Holy Cross Lutheran Church in Libertyville
17th Annual Cookie Walk at Holy Cross Lutheran Church in Libertyville
12/13/25
The Holy Cross Cookie Walk will be held Saturday, Dec. 13, at Holy Cross Lu...
Explore Events @ Holy Cross Lutheran Church
Dec. 13
A Charlie Brown Christmas at Brushwood Center Featuring the Kevin Fort Trio
A Charlie Brown Christmas at Brushwood Center Featuring the Kevin Fort Trio
12/13/25
A Charlie Brown Christmas at Brushwood Center will feature a live jazz perf...
Explore Events @ Brushwood Center at Ryerson Woods
Dec. 13
1st Annual Cookie Crawl on Main in Wauconda
1st Annual Cookie Crawl on Main in Wauconda
12/13/25
Hit all the storefronts on Main Street in Wauconda fora special treat. Enjo...
Explore Events @ Village of Wauconda
Dec. 13
Winterhaus: Breakfast With Santa at Phase Three Brewing Company
Winterhaus: Breakfast With Santa at Phase Three Brewing Company
12/13/25
Brunch with Santa will be held Saturday, Dec. 13, in Lake Zurich as part of...
Explore Events @ Phase Three Brewing Company
Dec. 13
Farmers Market Tasting: Holiday Sipping Featuring 2XO
Farmers Market Tasting: Holiday Sipping Featuring 2XO
12/13/25
Grayslake, IL – Just two weeks until Christmas! Join us for a celebra...
Explore Events @ Beer Bazaar
Dec. 13
Breakfast With Santa Sing Along at 129 Center Cut
Breakfast With Santa Sing Along at 129 Center Cut
12/13/25
Join 129 Center Cut for a magical morning the whole family will enjoy. The ...
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Dec. 13
Live Music: Sean Shiel at Black Lung Brewing in Grayslake
Live Music: Sean Shiel at Black Lung Brewing in Grayslake
12/13/25
Enjoy an evening of live music with Sean Shiel at Black Lung Brewing. He wi...
Explore Events @ Black Lung Brewing Grayslake
Dec. 13
Sip with Santa at North Shore Distillery
Sip with Santa at North Shore Distillery
12/13/25
Visiting all the children in the village is hard work, so this year Santa i...
Explore Events @ North Shore Distillery, LLC
Dec. 13
Winter Solstice Lantern Walk at Heller Nature Center in Highland Park
Winter Solstice Lantern Walk at Heller Nature Center in Highland Park
12/13/25
Celebrate the shortest day of the year by exploring snowy trails illuminate...
Explore Events @ Park District of Highland Park
Oct. 4 - Dec. 14
Patterson Glass 2025 Open House Series: Make Your Own Glass Creations
Patterson Glass 2025 Open House Series: Make Your Own Glass Creations
10/4/25 - 12/14/25
Patterson Glass 2025 Open House Series: Make Your Own Glass CreationsPatter...
Explore Events @ Peter Patterson Glassworks
Nov. 14 - Dec. 14
Miracle on South Division Street
Miracle on South Division Street
11/14/25 - 12/14/25
Written by Tom Dudzick; Directed by Scott Shallenbarger. Previews are Decem...
Explore Events @ Citadel Theatre Company
Dec. 6 - Dec. 14
Breakfast with Santa at Lambs Farm
Breakfast with Santa at Lambs Farm
12/6/25 - 12/14/25
Santa Claus is coming to town! Guests can celebrate the holidays at the Mag...
Explore Events @ Lambs Farm
Dec. 10 - Dec. 14
Miracle on South Division Street
Miracle on South Division Street
12/10/25 - 12/14/25
Written by Tom Dudzick; Directed by Scott Shallenbarger. The Nowaks of...
Explore Events @ Citadel Theatre Company
Dec. 12 - Dec. 14
Bowen Park Theatre Presents A Charlie Brown Christmas at the Jack Benny Center
Bowen Park Theatre Presents "A Charlie Brown Christmas" at the Jack Benny Center
12/12/25 - 12/14/25
Join Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Lucy, Linus and the whole Peanuts gang as they ...
Explore Events @ Jack Benny Center for the Arts
Dec. 13 - Dec. 14
Dancenter North Presents The Magic of the Nutcracker at Libertyville High School
Dancenter North Presents The Magic of the Nutcracker at Libertyville High School
12/13/25 - 12/14/25
Dancenter North's The Magic of the Nutcracker is the largest, most lavi...
Explore Events @ Libertyville High School
Dec. 13 - Dec. 14
Grayslake Antiques and Flea Market
Grayslake Antiques and Flea Market
12/13/25 - 12/14/25
The Grayslake, Illinois, Antique Flea Market features a wide variety of ant...
Explore Events @ Lake County Fairgrounds & Event Center

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