Calendar of Events

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

Lake County Craft Beer Festival at at the Lake County Fairgrounds in Grayslake

Love is in Bloom 2026 Wedding Showcase at Independence Grove in Libertyville

Gurnee Comic Book and Collectibles Show at The Ten Hotel

LVVA's Final Ice Fishing Derby in Wauconda

Roald Dahl's Charlie and the Chocolate Factory at Marriott Theatre in Lincolnshire

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Feb. 17

Family Bingo Night at Station 51

2/17/26
Gather your friends and family for an evening of Bingo fun at&nbs...
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Feb. 17

Trivia Tuesday at Beer Bazaar | General Topics

2/17/26
Join us at Beer Bazaar in Grayslake every Tuesday at 6:30 PM for the area&r...
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Feb. 18

Fresh Made Cannoli with Tony Cannoli

2/18/26
Join Tony Cannoli for a hands-on culinary experience where you’ll lea...
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Feb. 18

Bartending Class at 129 Center Cut in Grayslake

2/18/26
Join 129 Center Cut February 18 from 6 to 8 p.m. for a hands-on barten...
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Feb. 18

Loteria Bingo Night at Beer Bazaar

2/18/26
Get ready for a night of fun, laughter, and a chance to win prizes at Beer ...
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Feb. 19

Marvel Trivia Night at Lake Zurich BBQd Productions

2/19/26
Assemble your squad for Marvel Trivia Night at BBQ’d Productions in L...
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Feb. 19

The History of Trinity A.M.E. Church and the Lake County African American Community at the Waukegan History Museum at the Carnegie

2/19/26
Dr. Gregory Gordon, Professor of History at College of Lake County, tells t...
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Feb. 19

Museum After Dark Program: The History of Trinity A.M.E. Church and the Lake County African American Community in Waukegan

2/19/26
The Waukegan Park District and the Waukegan Historical Society are partneri...
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Feb. 20

Dueling Pianos: Pianomonium at Genesee Theatre

2/20/26
Dueling Pianos: Pianomonium Featuring Felix and Fingers ...
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Feb. 20

Ladies Night Dance Party at Gorton Center

2/20/26
Don’t miss out – join us for the ultimate ladies night! Ca...
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Feb. 20

Karaoke Night at Beer Bazaar

2/20/26
Get ready to belt out your favorite tunes! Join us for Karaoke Night at Bee...
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Feb. 20 - Feb. 21

DATE CHANGED: LVVA's Final Ice Fishing Derby in Wauconda

2/20/26 - 2/21/26
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN MOVED TO 2/20-2/21.The 2026 Final Derby will be a Frida...
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Feb. 21

ArtWauk in Waukegan

2/21/26
ArtWauk is the monthly celebration of all arts in downtown Waukegan and the...
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Feb. 21

The Peking Acrobats at Genesee Theatre

2/21/26
For more than 30 years, The Peking Acrobats® have amazed audiences worl...
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Feb. 21

MainStreet Libertyville Let's Wine About Winter

2/21/26
*** SOLD OUT ***Have a great time in downtown Libertyville. It is a store-t...
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Feb. 21

Lake County Craft Beer Festival at the Lake County Fairgrounds

2/21/26
The 11th annual Lake County Beer Fest returns to the Lake County Fairground...
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Feb. 21

Perspective of Wonder: The 1893 Chicago World's Fair

2/21/26
Perspective of Wonder: The 1893 Chicago World's FairSaturday, February ...
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Feb. 21

4th Annual Swish Bags Tournament at Lincolnshire Marriott Resort

2/21/26
Gather your friends, family or co-workers together and register a team...
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Feb. 21

Wauconda Area Chamber of Commerce Business & Community Expo

2/21/26
The Wauconda Area Chamber’s Business & Community EXPO is a family...
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Feb. 21

"Horror Noire" at North Chicago Public Library

2/21/26
In celebration of Black History Month, the Community Room will host a scree...
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Feb. 21

Back to the 80's Anniversary Party at American Place Casino

2/21/26
American Place Celebrates Anniversary with Ford Bronco Giveaway, $30,000 in...
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Feb. 21

International Rotary Festival at The Art Center Highland Park

2/21/26
The Rotary Club of Highland Park/Highwood will host an International Festiv...
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Feb. 21

Soul Food with Sylvia Workshop in Waukegan

2/21/26
The Waukegan Park District is celebrating Black History Month with a variet...
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Feb. 21

Soul Food with Sylvia at Waukegan Park District

2/21/26
The Waukegan Park District will host Soul Food with Sylvia on Saturday, Feb...
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Feb. 21

Essence Black History Month Exhibition at ShadowBoxX in Waukegan

2/21/26
In celebration of Black History Month, ShadowBoxX will present eight contem...
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Feb. 19 - Feb. 22

"Admissions" at Citadel Theatre Co.

2/19/26 - 2/22/26
At an elite prep school, Sherri Rosen-Mason is leading the charge for chang...
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Feb. 22

The Ultimate Doors: Tribute to the Doors at Genesee Theatre

2/22/26
Imagine it's 1968 and you're at a Doors concert. The music is power...
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Feb. 22

Gurnee Comic Book and Collectibles Show at The Ten Hotel

2/22/26
Grab all the comics, funnies and collectibles your heart desires at The Ten...
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Feb. 22

Meat Raffel Fundraiser at JJ Twigs

2/22/26
JJ Twig's Wauconda is hosting a meat raffle fundraiser supporting K9...
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Feb. 22

Love is in Bloom 2026 Wedding Showcase

2/22/26
An enchanted afternoon where you can meet the best vendors from the Chicago...
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Feb. 22

Bend and Brew Beer Yoga at Beer Bazaar

2/22/26
Sometimes you need yoga. Sometimes you need a beer. Sometimes you need both...
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Feb. 23

Game Night at Beer Bazaar | Table Top Mondays

2/23/26
Looking for a new Monday night hang? Whether you’re a seasoned strate...
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