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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

Visit Lake County Spooks & Spirits Check-in Challenge
Visit Lake County Spooks & Spirits Check-in Challenge
The Great Highwood Pumpkin Festival
The Great Highwood Pumpkin Festival
Jack-O-Lantern World in Lake Zurich
Jack-O-Lantern World in Lake Zurich
Festival of Arts and Crafts at the Lake County Fairgrounds in Grayslake
Festival of Arts and Crafts at the Lake County Fairgrounds in Grayslake
Realm of Terror Haunted House in Round Lake Beach
Realm of Terror Haunted House in Round Lake Beach

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Oct. 9 - Oct. 12
Metropolis Water Circus at Gurnee Mills
Metropolis Water Circus at Gurnee Mills
10/9/26 - 10/12/26
Water Circus Metropolis brings acrobatic performances, thrilling acts and a...
Explore Events @ Gurnee Mills - Parking Lot E
Oct. 12
Little Monster Monday at Six Flags Great America
Little Monster Monday at Six Flags Great America
10/12/26
Looking for all the fun of fall without the frights? Join Six Flags Great A...
Explore Events @ Six Flags Great America
Oct. 13
University Fair at the University Center of Lake County
University Fair at the University Center of Lake County
10/13/26
Meet representatives from multiple universities, explore bachelor’s a...
Explore Events @ University Center of Lake County
Oct. 13
Fall Forest Bathing Walk at Volo Bog State Natural Area
Fall Forest Bathing Walk at Volo Bog State Natural Area
10/13/26
Gayle Byck, a certified forest therapy guide, will lead a peaceful and rest...
Explore Events @ Volo Bog State Natural Area
Jun. 13 - Oct. 14
Deerfield Farmers Market
Deerfield Farmers Market
6/13/26 - 10/14/26
Join in every Saturday morning at the Deerfield Farmers Market June 13 ...
Explore Events @ Jewett Park
Sep. 2 - Oct. 14
Paint Night at Top Shelf Ice Bar and Grill
Paint Night at Top Shelf Ice Bar and Grill
9/2/26 - 10/14/26
Guests can grab a brush and get creative at Top Shelf Bar and Grill. W...
Explore Events @ Gurnee Mills
Oct. 14
Bingo Night at BBQd Productions in Lake Zurich
Bingo Night at BBQd Productions in Lake Zurich
10/14/26
Bingo Night continues at BBQ'd Productions in Lake Zurich from 6 to 8 p...
Explore Events @ BBQ'd Productions Sports Bar & Grill
May. 28 - Oct. 15
MainStreet Libertyville Farmers Market
MainStreet Libertyville Farmers Market
5/28/26 - 10/15/26
The Libertyville Farmers Market offers fresh food, flowers and more in a lo...
Explore Events @ Libertyville
Oct. 15
Sam Bush at the James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts
Oct. 15
Fall Wine Walk in Wauconda
Fall Wine Walk in Wauconda
10/15/26
Shop, sip and explore businesses in Wauconda at the Fall Wine Walk....
Explore Events @ Wauconda Area Chamber of Commerce
Oct. 15
Build a Scarecrow / Night of 100 Scarecrows at Heller Nature Center
Build a Scarecrow / Night of 100 Scarecrows at Heller Nature Center
10/15/26
Craft a friendly scarecrow of your own to place on the trails of Heller Nat...
Explore Events @ Heller Nature Center
Sep. 24 - Oct. 16
Scarecrow in the Park in Wauconda
Scarecrow in the Park in Wauconda
9/24/26 - 10/16/26
Scarecrow in the Park invites participants to make the Community Center wal...
Explore Events @ Wauconda Park District
Oct. 16
Halloween Hoopla Family Fun Fest in Deerfield
Halloween Hoopla Family Fun Fest in Deerfield
10/16/26
Get ready to scream “BOO” at our annual Halloween Hoopla Family...
Explore Events @ Sachs Recreation Center
Oct. 16
Bonfire and Brews: A Taste of Gurnee
Bonfire and Brews: A Taste of Gurnee
10/16/26
The Gurnee Park District will host its fourth annual Bonfire and Brews: A T...
Explore Events @ Bittersweet Golf Course
Oct. 16
Peach Jam at Gorton Center
Peach Jam at Gorton Center
10/16/26
 Get ready to turn it up and settle in for a night of legendary sound....
Explore Events @ Gorton Center
Oct. 16
Candles, Costumes and Cannolis at Romney Brown in Grayslake
Candles, Costumes and Cannolis at Romney Brown in Grayslake
10/16/26
Celebrate the Halloween season at Candles, Costumes & Cannolis from 6-8...
Explore Events @ Romney Brown Candle Company
Oct. 16
Lure of the Local Annual Art Exhibit in Mundelein
Lure of the Local Annual Art Exhibit in Mundelein
10/16/26
Established in 2022, the annual Lure of the Local art exhibition highlights...
Explore Events @ Archer Business Center
Oct. 16
Mainstreet Libertyville Witches Night Out
Mainstreet Libertyville Witches Night Out
10/16/26
Dress in your favorite witch costume or jazz up a witch hat, grab your broo...
Explore Events @ MainStreet Libertyville
Jun. 27 - Oct. 17
Public Farm Tours at Elawa Farm
Public Farm Tours at Elawa Farm
6/27/26 - 10/17/26
Summer public tours are back at Elawa! The tour will explore the farm&rsquo...
Explore Events @ Elawa Farm Foundation
Oct. 17
ZombieWauk in Waukegan
ZombieWauk in Waukegan
10/17/26
ArtWauk is the monthly celebration of all arts in downtown Waukegan and the...
Explore Events @ Waukegan Arts Council
Oct. 17
Pumpkin Jubilee in Fox Lake
Pumpkin Jubilee in Fox Lake
10/17/26
The Village of Fox Lake will host an afternoon of fun featuring craft vendo...
Explore Events @ Lakefront Park
Oct. 17
Poolside Pumpkin Patch Family Swim Night in Waukegan
Poolside Pumpkin Patch Family Swim Night in Waukegan
10/17/26
The Waukegan Park District will host a Poolside Pumpkin Patch Family Swim N...
Explore Events @ Field House Sports, Fitness and Aquatics Center
Oct. 17
Sips & Sweets Sparkling Wine and Chocolate Walk in Grayslake
Sips & Sweets Sparkling Wine and Chocolate Walk in Grayslake
10/17/26
Pop, fizz, cheers! The Third Annual Sips & Sweets Sparkling Wine Walk r...
Explore Events @ Historic Downtown Grayslake
Oct. 17
Mundelein's Boo Bash Trunk or Treat
Mundelein's Boo Bash Trunk or Treat
10/17/26
Join Mundelein for a spooktacular free Halloween pre-registered event for t...
Explore Events @ Village of Mundelein
Oct. 17
Trick or Treat Trail at Round Lake Area Park District
Trick or Treat Trail at Round Lake Area Park District
10/17/26
Trick-or-treat for goodies along the trail outside the Round Lake Area Park...
Explore Events @ Hart's Woods Park
Oct. 17
GO WAUKEGAN Zombie Walk
GO WAUKEGAN Zombie Walk
10/17/26
The Waukegan Park District is hosting a free GO WAUKEGAN: Zombie Walk on Sa...
Explore Events @ Hinkston Park
Oct. 17
An Evening of Alton Brown at Genesee Theatre
An Evening of Alton Brown at Genesee Theatre
10/17/26
In his exciting new tour, An Evening of Alton Brown, the Food Network ...
Explore Events @ Genesee Theatre
Oct. 17
Fall Family Happy Hour at Gorton Center
Fall Family Happy Hour at Gorton Center
10/17/26
Start the Oktoberfest celebration with a fun family event at Gorton Center....
Explore Events @ Gorton Center
Oct. 17
Oktoberfest 2026 at Gorton Center
Oktoberfest 2026 at Gorton Center
10/17/26
When the sun goes down, the tent transforms into Gorton Center’s sign...
Explore Events @ Gorton Center
Oct. 17
College of Lake County Urban Farm Center Grand Opening in Waukegan
College of Lake County Urban Farm Center Grand Opening in Waukegan
10/17/26
The public is invited to a free community event Saturday, Oct. 17, from 2-6...
Explore Events @ Lakeshore Campus
Oct. 17
Spooktacular Craft and Vendor Fair
Spooktacular Craft and Vendor Fair
10/17/26
Mark your calendars for Saturday, October 17 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Come b...
Explore Events @ Winthrop Harbor Parks and Recreation
Oct. 17
Frights and Delights Halloween Festival in Vernon Hills
Frights and Delights Halloween Festival in Vernon Hills
10/17/26
Frights & Delights is a family-friendly Halloween event featuring trunk...
Explore Events @ Vernon Hills Park District Sullivan Community Center

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