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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

Holiday Your Way in Lake County!
Holiday Your Way in Lake County!
Million Dollar Quartet at Marriott Theatre in Lincolnshire
Million Dollar Quartet at Marriott Theatre in Lincolnshire
Vintage Holidays in Historic Downtown Long Grove
Vintage Holidays in Historic Downtown Long Grove
Santa’s Arrival Parade and Photos at Gurnee Mills
Santa’s Arrival Parade and Photos at Gurnee Mills
Village of Round Lake Beach Tree Lighting
Village of Round Lake Beach Tree Lighting

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

Nov. 20 - Nov. 23
Miracle on South Division Street
Miracle on South Division Street
11/20/25 - 11/23/25
Written by Tom Dudzick; Directed by Scott Shallenbarger. The Nowaks of...
Explore Events @ Citadel Theatre Company
Nov. 23
The Rush Tribute Project at Genesee Theatre
The Rush Tribute Project at Genesee Theatre
11/23/25
The Rush Tribute Project honors one of rock’s most innovative and inf...
Explore Events @ Genesee Theatre
Nov. 23
Pet Photos with Santa at Gurnee Mills
Pet Photos with Santa at Gurnee Mills
11/23/25
Bring your pets to Gurnee Mills to pose with Santa! Your pets are part...
Explore Events @ Gurnee Mills
Nov. 23
Alyssa Allgood and Chris Madsen Quintet at Gorton Center
Alyssa Allgood and Chris Madsen Quintet at Gorton Center
11/23/25
Experience a night of world-class jazz with The Alyssa Allgood & Chris ...
Explore Events @ Gorton Center
Nov. 23
Hello Kitty Brunch and Cookie Decorating Party at Half Day Brewing
Hello Kitty Brunch and Cookie Decorating Party at Half Day Brewing
11/23/25
Half Day Brewing will host a family-friendly Hello Kitty Brunch and Cookie ...
Explore Events @ Half Day Brewing Company
Nov. 23
Take and Bake: Homemade Pie Making Class at The Joyful Gourmet
Take and Bake: Homemade Pie Making Class at The Joyful Gourmet
11/23/25
Make holiday dessert prep easy with The Joyful Gourmet’s take-and-bak...
Explore Events @ The Joyful Gourmet
Nov. 23
Handmade Holiday Market at Lincolnshire Marriott Resort
Handmade Holiday Market at Lincolnshire Marriott Resort
11/23/25
Kick off the holiday season at the Handmade Holiday Market, a festive one-d...
Explore Events @ Lincolnshire Marriott Resort
Nov. 24
Bingo Monday at Beer Bazaar
Bingo Monday at Beer Bazaar
11/24/25
Bingo Mondays are back once a month! Join Host Nader for BINGO Night on Mon...
Explore Events @ Beer Bazaar
Nov. 25
Trivia Tuesdays At Beer Bazaar | Love, Lust, and Literary Lines
Trivia Tuesdays At Beer Bazaar | Love, Lust, and Literary Lines
11/25/25
Get ready to test your knowledge of all things swoon-worthy and spicy! Join...
Explore Events @ Beer Bazaar
Nov. 25
Free Thanksgiving Dinner at Lakefront Park in Fox Lake
Free Thanksgiving Dinner at Lakefront Park in Fox Lake
11/25/25
A free Thanksgiving dinner will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Nov. 25 at Lakefro...
Explore Events @ Lakefront Park Building
Aug. 25 - Nov. 26
Walks with a Naturalist at Volo Bog Natural Area
Walks with a Naturalist at Volo Bog Natural Area
8/25/25 - 11/26/25
Join guided nature walks at Volo Bog State Natural Area. Discover seasonal ...
Explore Events @ Volo Bog Natural Area
Nov. 26
Black Wednesday Dance Party at O'Toole's Libertyville
Black Wednesday Dance Party at O'Toole's Libertyville
11/26/25
Visit O'Toole's on the BIGGEST NIGHT of the Year! Get your dancing ...
Explore Events @ O'Toole's Libertyville
Nov. 26
Wednesday Before Thanksgiving Bash at Mickey Finn's Brewery
Wednesday Before Thanksgiving Bash at Mickey Finn's Brewery
11/26/25
Celebrate the holiday weekend as the Thanksgiving homecoming tradition cont...
Explore Events @ Mickey Finn's Brewery
Nov. 26
Fitsgiving at the Waukegan Field House Sports, Fitness and Aquatics Center
Nov. 27
Long Grove Turkey Trot
Long Grove Turkey Trot
11/27/25
Sign up for the 18th Annual Long Grove Turkey Trot and enjoy Apple Hau...
Explore Events @ Historic Downtown Long Grove
Nov. 27
31st Annual Jon Callaghan Turkey Trot Run/Walk in Gurnee
31st Annual Jon Callaghan Turkey Trot Run/Walk in Gurnee
11/27/25
Kick off Thanksgiving on the right foot at the 31st Annual Jon Callaghan Me...
Explore Events @ Gurnee Fire Station #1
Nov. 27
North Shore Turkey Trot 5K, 10K, and Kids’ Trot
North Shore Turkey Trot 5K, 10K, and Kids’ Trot
11/27/25
The North Shore Turkey Trot 5K, 10K & Kids’ Trot is a Thanksgivin...
Explore Events @ Downtown Highland Park
Nov. 27
Wauconda Turkey Trot
Wauconda Turkey Trot
11/27/25
Mark your calendars for Thanksgiving morning! Compete in the 4-mile timed r...
Explore Events @ Village of Wauconda
Nov. 27
Thanksgiving Dinner Buffet at Three Embers
Thanksgiving Dinner Buffet at Three Embers
11/27/25
Gather your family and leave the cooking to us! Join Three Embers for a bou...
Explore Events @ Three Embers at Lincolnshire Marriott Resort
Nov. 28
Black Friday Bash at Hawthorn
Black Friday Bash at Hawthorn
11/28/25
Hawthorn Mall will host its Black Friday Bash on Friday, Nov. 28, from 2 to...
Explore Events @ Hawthorn
Nov. 28
Cooking with Bourbon at The Joyful Gourmet
Cooking with Bourbon at The Joyful Gourmet
11/28/25
Experience the rich, warm flavors of bourbon in this culinary demonstration...
Explore Events @ The Joyful Gourmet
Nov. 28
Festival of Lights and Holiday Market in Grayslake
Festival of Lights and Holiday Market in Grayslake
11/28/25
Join the Grayslake Area Chamber of Commerce for their annual Festival of Li...
Explore Events @ Historic Downtown Grayslake
Nov. 28
2025 Goose Island Bourbon County Brand Stout Release Party!
2025 Goose Island Bourbon County Brand Stout Release Party!
11/28/25
Join us during the Grayslake Festival of Lights & Holiday Market for th...
Explore Events @ Beer Bazaar
Nov. 28
Chain O Lakes Chambers Mistletoe and Martinis Festive Christmas Market
Chain O Lakes Chambers Mistletoe and Martinis Festive Christmas Market
11/28/25
The Chain O’ Lakes Chamber of Commerce will host Mistletoe & Mart...
Explore Events @ Countryside Banquets
Nov. 28
The Black Friday Market: Vintage and Makers Market in Round Lake
The Black Friday Market: Vintage and Makers Market in Round Lake
11/28/25
Skip the big-box chaos and support local this Black Friday at the Shop Smal...
Explore Events @ In front of Lucky Stop Round Lake
Nov. 28
Libertyville Tree Lighting and Downtown Holiday Walk
Libertyville Tree Lighting and Downtown Holiday Walk
11/28/25
Enjoy downtown Libertyville with the Village Tree Lighting, complete with h...
Explore Events @ Cook Park and Downtown Libertyville
Nov. 28
Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting in Antioch
Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting in Antioch
11/28/25
The Village of Antioch invites the community to save the date for its annua...
Explore Events @ Downtown Antioch
Nov. 28
Black Friday at Deer Park Town Center
Black Friday at Deer Park Town Center
11/28/25
Don’t miss the biggest Black Friday savings at Deer Park Town Center ...
Explore Events @ Deer Park Town Center
Nov. 28
Meet Former Bears Star: Dennis McKinnon and Watch the Bears Play the Eagles at Marcus Theaters in Gurnee Mills
Nov. 28
Lake Forest's 41st Annual Tree Lighting Holiday Celebration
Lake Forest's 41st Annual Tree Lighting Holiday Celebration
11/28/25
The 41st Annual Lake Forest Tree Lighting Holiday Celebration returns to hi...
Explore Events @ Market Square
Nov. 29
Small Business Saturday in Downtown Libertyville
Small Business Saturday in Downtown Libertyville
11/29/25
Visit downtown Libertyville the Saturday after Thanksgiving for Small Busin...
Explore Events @ MainStreet Libertyville
Nov. 29
Holiday Sip and Shop at Hawthorn
Holiday Sip and Shop at Hawthorn
11/29/25
Celebrate the season with a festive Sip and Shop at Hawthorn Row!...
Explore Events @ Hawthorn

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