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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

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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
Dec. 13 - Dec. 14
Arctic Express in Grayslake
Arctic Express in Grayslake
12/13/25 - 12/14/25
ALL ABOARD!Inspired by the popular children’s book, join Gurnee Park ...
Explore Events @ Metra Grayslake Station
Dec. 13 - Dec. 14
Taste Buds Kitchen: Gingerbread Making Experience
Taste Buds Kitchen: Gingerbread Making Experience
12/13/25 - 12/14/25
A must-do family holiday tradition! Kick off the season with a magical, han...
Explore Events @ Taste Buds Kitchen
Dec. 14
Storytime with Mrs. Claus at Deer Park Town Center
Storytime with Mrs. Claus at Deer Park Town Center
12/14/25
Bring the little ones for a special story time with Mrs. Claus on Sundays, ...
Explore Events @ Deer Park Town Center
Dec. 14
Holiday Brunch at White Deer Run Golf Club
Holiday Brunch at White Deer Run Golf Club
12/14/25
White Deer Run hosts a festive holiday brunch featuring seasonal dishes and...
Explore Events @ White Deer Run Golf Club
Dec. 14
Children's Holiday Party
Children's Holiday Party
12/14/25
Come out and enjoy visits with Santa, cookie decorating, and holiday crafts...
Explore Events @ Lakefront Park
Dec. 14
Taylorville at the James Lumber Center
Taylorville at the James Lumber Center
12/14/25
Get ready to immerse yourself in the world of Taylor Swift like never befor...
Explore Events @ James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts at the College of Lake County
Dec. 14
Breakfast with the Grinch at Station 51
Breakfast with the Grinch at Station 51
12/14/25
Start your holiday season with a little mischief and a lot of cheer at Stat...
Explore Events @ Station 51 Truck Company Bar & Grill
Dec. 14
Breakfast with the Grinch at Lehmann Mansion
Breakfast with the Grinch at Lehmann Mansion
12/14/25
Kick off the holiday season at the Lehmann Mansion with a magical morning o...
Explore Events @ The Lehmann Mansion
Dec. 14
Cookies with Santa in Libertyville
Cookies with Santa in Libertyville
12/14/25
Meet Santa for a holiday photo, share your wish list and receive a spe...
Explore Events @ Village of Libertyville
Dec. 14
Santa's Workshop at Lakefront Park in Fox Lake
Santa's Workshop at Lakefront Park in Fox Lake
12/14/25
Sunday, December 14th, 2025 | 1:00-3:00 p.m.Come out and enjoy our Kris Kri...
Explore Events @ Lakefront Park
Dec. 14
Sunday Stroll at Captain Daniel WRight Woods
Sunday Stroll at Captain Daniel WRight Woods
12/14/25
DetailsJoin an Environmental Educator and take a leisurely stroll through o...
Explore Events @ Captain Daniel Wright Woods
Dec. 14
Concerts at the Cave Presents: The Way Out Quintet in Deerfield
Concerts at the Cave Presents: The Way Out Quintet in Deerfield
12/14/25
Join the North Shore Unitarian Church for a Concerts at the Cave special ev...
Explore Events @ North Shore Unitarian Church
Dec. 14
Brunch with Santa and Carolers at The Ten Hotel
Brunch with Santa and Carolers at The Ten Hotel
12/14/25
The Ten Hotel & Convention Center will host a “Brunch with Santa ...
Explore Events @ The Ten Hotel & Convention Center
Dec. 14
Festival of Trees with Santa at The Ten Hotel
Festival of Trees with Santa at The Ten Hotel
12/14/25
The Ten Hotel & Convention Center will host the Festival of Trees with ...
Explore Events @ The Ten Hotel & Convention Center
Dec. 14
Grayslake Historical Society's Holiday Open House
Grayslake Historical Society's Holiday Open House
12/14/25
The holiday season is here, and the Grayslake Historical Society invites th...
Explore Events @ Grayslake Heritage Center & Museum
Dec. 1 - Dec. 15
Holiday Performances at Hawthorn
Holiday Performances at Hawthorn
12/1/25 - 12/15/25
Hawthorn will host holiday performances throughout the season, featuring lo...
Explore Events @ Hawthorn
Dec. 15
Loteria Bingo Night at Beer Bazaar
Loteria Bingo Night at Beer Bazaar
12/15/25
Get ready for a night of fun, laughter, and a chance to win prizes at Beer ...
Explore Events @ Beer Bazaar
Dec. 15 - Dec. 16
The Lovettes: Boogie Woogie Santa Claus at Marriott Theatre
The Lovettes: Boogie Woogie Santa Claus at Marriott Theatre
12/15/25 - 12/16/25
All is merry and bright as Chicago rockers The Lovettes celebrate the women...
Explore Events @ Marriott Theatre in Lincolnshire
Dec. 16
Denny's Christmas Show at Dover Straits
Denny's Christmas Show at Dover Straits
12/16/25
Dover Straits will host Denny's Christmas Show, a holiday tribute featu...
Explore Events @ Dover Straits Seafood House
Dec. 16
Krampus at Gorton Center
Krampus at Gorton Center
12/16/25
Krampus is a darkly festive tale of a yuletide ghoul. It shows a twisted si...
Explore Events @ Gorton Center
Dec. 16
Holiday Bingo Night at Station 51
Holiday Bingo Night at Station 51
12/16/25
Celebrate the season with a festive twist on one of Antioch’s favorit...
Explore Events @ Station 51 Truck Company Bar & Grill
Dec. 16
Menorah Lighting Event at Gurnee Mills
Menorah Lighting Event at Gurnee Mills
12/16/25
Celebrate the Festival of Lights at Gurnee Mills! Join us for a specia...
Explore Events @ Gurnee Mills
Mar. 12 - Dec. 17
On the Air Live at Copper FIddle
On the Air Live at Copper FIddle
3/12/25 - 12/17/25
On The Air Joins Copper Fiddle Distillery for an incredible Evening of musi...
Explore Events @ Copper Fiddle Distillery
Dec. 17
Breakfast with Santa at Egg Harbor Cafe
Breakfast with Santa at Egg Harbor Cafe
12/17/25
Warm up with a cozy breakfast and a visit from Santa on Wednesday, December...
Explore Events @ Egg Harbor Libertyville
Dec. 17
A Visit with Jane Austen
A Visit with Jane Austen
12/17/25
Just Jane: A Visit with Jane AustenWednesday, December 17, 7:00–8:00 ...
Explore Events @ Lake Forest Public Library

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