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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

Water Lantern Festival in Lake Zurich
Water Lantern Festival in Lake Zurich
27th Annual First Responders Expo at Gurnee Mills
27th Annual First Responders Expo at Gurnee Mills
Chocolate Fest in Long Grove
Chocolate Fest in Long Grove
May Farm Dinner at Elawa Farm in Lake Forest
May Farm Dinner at Elawa Farm in Lake Forest
Spring Campout at The Preserve of Highland Park
Spring Campout at The Preserve of Highland Park

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

May. 11
Dugdale Park Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening in Waukegan
Dugdale Park Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening in Waukegan
5/11/26
***RESCHEDULED***The Waukegan Park District announces the grand opening of ...
Explore Events @ Dugdale Park
May. 13
Concert Band Spring Concert at the College of Lake County
Concert Band Spring Concert at the College of Lake County
5/13/26
The talented musicians in this engaging ensemble perform a variety of famil...
Explore Events @ James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts
May. 13
Birds and Blooms Walk at Pine Dunes
Birds and Blooms Walk at Pine Dunes
5/13/26
Our local woodlands come alive with wildflowers and migrating birds in spri...
Explore Events @ Pine Dunes Forest Preserve
May. 13
Pathways to Leading and Teaching at the University Center of Lake County
Pathways to Leading and Teaching at the University Center of Lake County
5/13/26
Interested in becoming a teacher or administrator? This forum connects curr...
Explore Events @ University Center of Lake County
May. 14
Choir! Choir! Choir! Presents: We Will Choir You at Gorton Center
Choir! Choir! Choir! Presents: We Will Choir You at Gorton Center
5/14/26
Why see a show when you can BE the show!?Choir! Choir! Choir! is the f...
Explore Events @ Gorton Center
May. 14
Spring Bird Walk at Ryerson Woods
Spring Bird Walk at Ryerson Woods
5/14/26
May is the best time to experience songbird migration. Join skilled birders...
Explore Events @ Edward L. Ryerson Conservation Area & Welcome Center
May. 14
The My Generation Tour at Genesee Theatre
The My Generation Tour at Genesee Theatre
5/14/26
The My Generation Tour features three iconic bands that were staples o...
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May. 14
Antioch Clean-Up Day in the Village
Antioch Clean-Up Day in the Village
5/14/26
Clean-Up Day in the Village is Thursday, May 14. This service is available ...
Explore Events @ Village of Antioch
May. 14
Spring Poker Tournament at American Place Casino
Spring Poker Tournament at American Place Casino
5/14/26
Every Thursday in May, American Place Casino’s Harbor Poker Room host...
Explore Events @ Harbor Poker Room at American Place Casino
May. 8 - May. 15
Illinois Craft Beer Week
Illinois Craft Beer Week
5/8/26 - 5/15/26
American Craft Beer Week 2026 runs from May 11–17, 2026, celebrating ...
Explore Events @ Visit Lake County, Illinois
May. 15
Murder Mystery: A Night of Interactive Fun in Deerfield
Murder Mystery: A Night of Interactive Fun in Deerfield
5/15/26
Guests 21 and older are invited to step aboard a pirate ship for an interac...
Explore Events @ Patty Turner Center
May. 15
The Psychedelic Furs at Genesee Theatre
The Psychedelic Furs at Genesee Theatre
5/15/26
A staple of the '80s British post-punk and new wave rock scene, Th...
Explore Events @ Genesee Theatre
May. 1 - May. 16
Seedling Sale at Elawa Farm
Seedling Sale at Elawa Farm
5/1/26 - 5/16/26
Browse a selection of organically grown vegetable and herb seedlings, all c...
Explore Events @ Elawa Farm Foundation
May. 16
Spring Bird Walk at Independence Grove
Spring Bird Walk at Independence Grove
5/16/26
May is the month for songbird migration. Join skilled birders on these walk...
Explore Events @ Independence Grove
May. 16
Lake Zurich Water Lantern Festival
Lake Zurich Water Lantern Festival
5/16/26
The Water Lantern Festival is a community event designed for people of all ...
Explore Events @ Paulus Park
May. 16
ArtWauk in Waukegan
ArtWauk in Waukegan
5/16/26
ArtWauk is the monthly celebration of all arts in downtown Waukegan and the...
Explore Events @ Waukegan Arts Council
May. 16
27th Annual First Responders Expo at Gurnee Mills
27th Annual First Responders Expo at Gurnee Mills
5/16/26
Join us at our 27th Annual First Responders Expo on Saturday, May 16th, fro...
Explore Events @ Gurnee Mills
May. 16
13 Going On 30: Candle-Making Movie Night
13 Going On 30: Candle-Making Movie Night
5/16/26
Join us at Romney Brown Candle Company in downtown Grayslake on Saturday, M...
Explore Events @ Romney Brown Candle Company
May. 16
Kids to Parks Day in Waukegan
Kids to Parks Day in Waukegan
5/16/26
The Waukegan Park District is celebrating the 16th Annual Kids to Parks Day...
Explore Events @ Upton Park
May. 16
May Farm Dinner: Elawa in Bloom
May Farm Dinner: Elawa in Bloom
5/16/26
Elawa Farm will host Elawa in Bloom, a May Farm Dinner celebrating the seas...
Explore Events @ Elawa Farm Foundation
May. 16
Rumi from KPop Demon Hunters Meet & Greet at Hawthorn
Rumi from KPop Demon Hunters Meet & Greet at Hawthorn
5/16/26
Meet Rumi from KPop Demon Hunters in this exciting fan experience at Hawtho...
Explore Events @ Hawthorn
May. 16
University of Illinois Plant Sale in Grayslake
University of Illinois Plant Sale in Grayslake
5/16/26
The University of Illinois Extension Master Gardeners will hold their annua...
Explore Events @ University of Illinois Lake County Extension
Apr. 15 - May. 17
Ruthless! The Musical at Citadel Theatre
"Ruthless!" The Musical at Citadel Theatre
4/15/26 - 5/17/26
8-year-old Tina Denmark is a charming, sociopathic child star who’ll ...
Explore Events @ Citadel Theatre Company
May. 13 - May. 17
Ruthless! The Musical at Citadel Theatre
"Ruthless!" The Musical at Citadel Theatre
5/13/26 - 5/17/26
8-year-old Tina Denmark is a charming, sociopathic child star who’ll ...
Explore Events @ Citadel Theatre Company
May. 15 - May. 17
Long Grove's 26th Annual Chocolate Fest
Long Grove's 26th Annual Chocolate Fest
5/15/26 - 5/17/26
Historic Downtown Long Grove’s quintessential festival kicks off the ...
Explore Events @ Historic Downtown Long Grove
May. 16 - May. 17
Native Plant Sale at Independence Grove
Native Plant Sale at Independence Grove
5/16/26 - 5/17/26
Mark your calendar for the in-person Native Plant Sale at Independence Grov...
Explore Events @ Independence Grove Forest Preserve
May. 16 - May. 17
Make Your Own Glass Planets at Peter Patterson Glassworks
Make Your Own Glass Planets at Peter Patterson Glassworks
5/16/26 - 5/17/26
Create a glass planet at Peter Patterson Glassworks.  Appointment...
Explore Events @ Peter Patterson Glassworks
May. 16 - May. 17
Spring Campout at The Preserve of Highland Park
Spring Campout at The Preserve of Highland Park
5/16/26 - 5/17/26
Sun, stars and a spring campout await at the Preserve of Highland Park. Par...
Explore Events @ The Preserve of Highland Park
May. 17
Rods for Remembrance - Classic Car Show at Gurnee Mills
Rods for Remembrance - Classic Car Show at Gurnee Mills
5/17/26
Cruise down memory lane at the 'Rods for Remembrance' Car Show!Driv...
Explore Events @ Gurnee Mills
May. 17
AAUW Preschool 49th Annual Spring Carnival
AAUW Preschool 49th Annual Spring Carnival
5/17/26
Spring CarnivalGet ready for a day filled with fun, laughter, and excitemen...
Explore Events @ AAUW Preschool
May. 17
Spring Bird Walk at Independence Grove
Spring Bird Walk at Independence Grove
5/17/26
May is the month for songbird migration. Join skilled birders on these walk...
Explore Events @ Independence Grove
May. 17
Elio at Gorton Center
Elio at Gorton Center
5/17/26
Get ready for an out-of-this-world adventure with Elio, the exciting animat...
Explore Events @ Gorton Center

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