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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

Princess Superhero Day at Volo Museum
Princess Superhero Day at Volo Museum
The Orchid Show: Feelin' Groovy at the Chicago Botanic Garden in Glencoe
The Orchid Show: Feelin' Groovy at the Chicago Botanic Garden in Glencoe
The 2026 Lake County Film Festival in Grayslake
The 2026 Lake County Film Festival in Grayslake
Maple Syrup Hikes at Edward L. Ryerson Conservation Area in Riverwoods
Maple Syrup Hikes at Edward L. Ryerson Conservation Area in Riverwoods
ArtWauk in the City of Waukegan
ArtWauk in the City of Waukegan

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Feb. 7 - Mar. 22
The Orchid Show: Feelin' Groovy at the Chicago Botanic Garden
The Orchid Show: Feelin' Groovy at the Chicago Botanic Garden
2/7/26 - 3/22/26
Rewind to the ‘60s and ‘70s at the Orchid Show: Feelin’ G...
Explore Events @ Chicago Botanic Garden
Mar. 21 - Mar. 22
Maple Syrup Hikes at Edward L. Ryerson Conservation Area
Maple Syrup Hikes at Edward L. Ryerson Conservation Area
3/21/26 - 3/22/26
Learn how trees work and about the sweet science of maple syrup during this...
Explore Events @ Edward L. Ryerson Conservation Area and Welcome Center
Mar. 22
Fox Lake Polar Plunge
Fox Lake Polar Plunge
3/22/26
Dive into the new year with our annual Fox Lake Polar Plunge! Brave the icy...
Explore Events @ Village of Fox Lake
Mar. 22
Lake County Community Concert Association Presents 'Cadillac Groove' at the James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts
Mar. 22
A Special Visit with the Caring Bunny at Gurnee Millls
A Special Visit with the Caring Bunny at Gurnee Millls
3/22/26
Caring Bunny® is a special, sensory-friendly experience - exclusiv...
Explore Events @ Gurnee Mills
Mar. 22
Lake County Film Festival: Gorton Selected Shorts at Gorton Center
Lake County Film Festival: Gorton Selected Shorts at Gorton Center
3/22/26
The Lake County Film Festival returns in 2026 for its Sweet 16 edition, cel...
Explore Events @ Gorton Center
Mar. 22
Lake County Film Festival: Nuisance Bear at Gorton Center
Lake County Film Festival: Nuisance Bear at Gorton Center
3/22/26
The Lake County Film Festival returns in 2026 for its Sweet 16 edition, cel...
Explore Events @ Gorton Center
Mar. 22
Drafts & Crafts: DIY Essential Oil Reed Diffuser and Air Freshener Workshop
Drafts & Crafts: DIY Essential Oil Reed Diffuser and Air Freshener Workshop
3/22/26
Welcome the start of Spring (Mar 20) and kick off National Cleaning Week (M...
Explore Events @ Beer Bazaar
Mar. 22
Sensory Bunny at Hawthorn Mall
Sensory Bunny at Hawthorn Mall
3/22/26
A calm and comfortable Bunny experienceEnjoy a quieter visit with the Bunny...
Explore Events @ Hawthorn
Mar. 13 - Mar. 23
Lake County Film Festival 2026
Lake County Film Festival 2026
3/13/26 - 3/23/26
Returning for it's SWEET 16th event, The Lake County Film Festival is b...
Explore Events @ College of Lake County - Grayslake Campus
Mar. 23
Lake County Film Festival Closing Night Feature: All Skate at Gorton Center
Lake County Film Festival Closing Night Feature: All Skate at Gorton Center
3/23/26
Purchase 7 PM ScreeningTimeMon, March 23, 20267:00 pm - 9:00 pmPricing$5 st...
Explore Events @ Gorton Center
Mar. 23
Trivia Battle of the Generations at the Dunn Museum in Libertyville
Trivia Battle of the Generations at the Dunn Museum in Libertyville
3/23/26
Join us for some intergenerational fun and friendly competition! Bring your...
Explore Events @ Dunn Museum
Mar. 24
LAGO by Fabio Viviani Two-Year Anniversary Wine Dinner
LAGO by Fabio Viviani Two-Year Anniversary Wine Dinner
3/24/26
Celebrate two years of LAGO by Fabio Viviani with an unforgettable Two-Year...
Explore Events @ LAGO by Fabio Viviani (Lake Zurich)
Mar. 24
Restoration Workday at Cuba Marsh Forest Preserve in Deer Park
Restoration Workday at Cuba Marsh Forest Preserve in Deer Park
3/24/26
Grab some work gloves, help restore the environment and get a behind-the-sc...
Explore Events @ Cuba Marsh Forest Preserve
Mar. 24
Restoration Workday at Old School Forest Preserve in Libertyville
Restoration Workday at Old School Forest Preserve in Libertyville
3/24/26
Grab some work gloves, help restore the environment, and get a behind-the-s...
Explore Events @ Old School Forest Preserve
Mar. 24
Drop-In at the Dunn Museum in Libertyville
Drop-In at the Dunn Museum in Libertyville
3/24/26
Drop in to the Dunn Museum’s North Shore Gas Education Classroom for ...
Explore Events @ Dunn Museum
Mar. 24
Trivia Tuesday at Beer Bazaar | General Topics
Trivia Tuesday at Beer Bazaar | General Topics
3/24/26
Join us at Beer Bazaar in Grayslake every Tuesday at 6:30 PM for the area&r...
Explore Events @ Beer Bazaar
Mar. 25
Family Bingo Night at BBQ'd Productions Third Lake
Family Bingo Night at BBQ'd Productions Third Lake
3/25/26
Get ready for a lively midweek night out at BBQ’d Productions in Thir...
Explore Events @ BBQ'd Productions Third Lake
Mar. 26
Spring Break Syruping at Edward L. Ryerson Welcome Center
Spring Break Syruping at Edward L. Ryerson Welcome Center
3/26/26
Spending your spring break on a staycation? Join the Lake County Forest Pre...
Explore Events @ Edward L. Ryerson Conservation Area & Welcome Center
Mar. 23 - Mar. 27
Spring Break Farm Camp at Susanna Farms
Spring Break Farm Camp at Susanna Farms
3/23/26 - 3/27/26
Spring break camp offers children ages 6 to 12 a chance to build confidence...
Explore Events @ Susanna Farms
Mar. 27
Elvin Bishop & Charlie Musselwhite Duo at the James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts
Mar. 27
Adult Flashlight Egg Hunt at Wauconda Park District
Adult Flashlight Egg Hunt at Wauconda Park District
3/27/26
Join your friends for this egg-cititing nighttittime hunt beginning at Phil...
Explore Events @ Phil's Beach in Wauconda
Mar. 4 - Mar. 28
Celebrating Womens History Month: Art & Life - Kate Thompson Cory at the Waukegan History Museum at the Carnegie
Mar. 28
Grayslake Easter Egg Hunt
Grayslake Easter Egg Hunt
3/28/26
Springtime Fun Awaits at Grayslake Central High School! Children are invite...
Explore Events @ Central Park
Mar. 28
Egg-Citing Egg Hunt and Bunny Breakfast in Fox Lake
Egg-Citing Egg Hunt and Bunny Breakfast in Fox Lake
3/28/26
Save the date for the Village of Fox Lake & the Fox Lake Lions Club for...
Explore Events @ Lakefront Park
Mar. 28
Las Cafeteras at the James Lumber Center
Las Cafeteras at the James Lumber Center
3/28/26
Las Cafeteras are remixing roots music as modern day troubadours, taking th...
Explore Events @ James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts at the College of Lake County
Mar. 28
Bring It On - Candle-Making Movie Night at Romney Brown Candle Company
Bring It On - Candle-Making Movie Night at Romney Brown Candle Company
3/28/26
Ready? OKAY! It’s time to rally your crew, grab the glitter, and get ...
Explore Events @ Romney Brown Candle Company
Mar. 28
The Spinners and The MIracles at Genesee Theatre
The Spinners and The MIracles at Genesee Theatre
3/28/26
Two legendary vocal groups bring their classic sounds to The Genesee for an...
Explore Events @ Genesee Theatre
Mar. 28
Dirty Little Secrets at The Lighthouse at American Place Casino
Dirty Little Secrets at The Lighthouse at American Place Casino
3/28/26
Join us for an interactive comedy night where guests place their secrets an...
Explore Events @ The Lighthouse at American Place Casino
Mar. 28
Comedy Night at The Lehmann Mansion
Comedy Night at The Lehmann Mansion
3/28/26
Get ready for a night of big laughs at the historic Lehmann Mansion. This s...
Explore Events @ The Lehmann Mansion
Mar. 28
Paulus Park Egg Hunt
Paulus Park Egg Hunt
3/28/26
Saturday, March 28, 2026Paulus Park, Lake ZurichTime: NoonFree for ages 2-1...
Explore Events @ Paulus Park
Mar. 28
Deerpath Egg Dash and Doggie Egg Hunt in Vernon Hills
Deerpath Egg Dash and Doggie Egg Hunt in Vernon Hills
3/28/26
Get ready for a morning of frantic, tail-wagging fun at Hartmann Park on Ma...
Explore Events @ Deerpath Park in Vernon Hills

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