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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

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

Dec. 2 - Dec. 9
Crafts with Santa and Mrs. Claus at Deer Park Town Center
Crafts with Santa and Mrs. Claus at Deer Park Town Center
12/2/25 - 12/9/25
Families are invited to Deer Park Town Center for crafts with Santa and Mrs...
Explore Events @ Deer Park Town Center
Dec. 9
Monthly Mixer (55+) – Holiday Celebration
Monthly Mixer (55+) – Holiday Celebration
12/9/25
Celebrate the holidays at Viking Park Dance Hall with a lunch of salad, ham...
Explore Events @ Viking Park
Dec. 9
Holly Jolly Trivia Night at Station 51
Holly Jolly Trivia Night at Station 51
12/9/25
Get ready for a night of festive fun and friendly competition at Station 51...
Explore Events @ Station 51 Truck Company Bar & Grill
Dec. 9
Canadian Pacific Holiday Train in Gurnee
Canadian Pacific Holiday Train in Gurnee
12/9/25
The Canadian Pacific (CP) Holiday Train program has two trains, one that tr...
Explore Events @ Viking Park
Dec. 9
Dinner with Santa at O'Toole's Gurnee
Dinner with Santa at O'Toole's Gurnee
12/9/25
Step into a winter wonderland and spend the evening with Jolly Old St. Nick...
Explore Events @ Timothy O'Toole's Pub Gurnee
Dec. 9
Trivia Tuesday at Beer Bazaar | General Topics
Trivia Tuesday at Beer Bazaar | General Topics
12/9/25
Trivia night at Beer Bazaar is General Topics. Questions range from music, ...
Explore Events @ Beer Bazaar
Dec. 10
Dave Koz and Friends Christmas Tour 2025
Dave Koz and Friends Christmas Tour 2025
12/10/25
The Dave Koz and Friends Christmas Tour 2025 will bring holiday cheer ...
Explore Events @ Genesee Theatre
Dec. 10
Concert Band Holiday Concert at the James Lumber Center
Dec. 10
Family Holiday Bingo Night at BBQ'd Productions Third Lake
Family Holiday Bingo Night at BBQ'd Productions Third Lake
12/10/25
Gather the whole family for a night of festive fun at BBQ’d Productio...
Explore Events @ BBQ'd Productions Third Lake
Dec. 10
Winterhaus: Ugly Sweater Botanical Bingo at Phase Three Brewing Company
Winterhaus: Ugly Sweater Botanical Bingo at Phase Three Brewing Company
12/10/25
Attendees are encouraged to wear their most festive holiday sweaters for th...
Explore Events @ Phase Three Brewing Company
Dec. 11
GLMV Chamber Annual Holiday Mixer in Vernon Hills
GLMV Chamber Annual Holiday Mixer in Vernon Hills
12/11/25
The GLMV Chamber of Commerce invites business and community leaders for Hol...
Explore Events @ Aged in Oak
Dec. 11
Big Bad Voodoo Daddy's Holiday Party
Big Bad Voodoo Daddy's Holiday Party
12/11/25
Big Bad Voodoo Daddy will bring its Wild and Swingin’ Holiday Party t...
Explore Events @ Genesee Theatre
Dec. 11
Scrooged at Gorton Center
Scrooged at Gorton Center
12/11/25
Frank Cross (Bill Murray) has everything. Power. Money. Fame. But he has no...
Explore Events @ Gorton Center
Dec. 11
Holly Jolly Holiday Trivia at BBQd Productions in Lake Zurich
Holly Jolly Holiday Trivia at BBQd Productions in Lake Zurich
12/11/25
Get ready for a night of laughter, cocktails and holiday cheer at BBQ&...
Explore Events @ BBQ'd Productions Sports Bar & Grill
Dec. 11
Internship and Career Expo at University Center of Lake County
Internship and Career Expo at University Center of Lake County
12/11/25
The University Center of Lake County will host its annual Internship and Ca...
Explore Events @ University Center of Lake County
Dec. 11
Winter Woven Wonders: Seasonal Basket Crafting in Vernon HIlls
Winter Woven Wonders: Seasonal Basket Crafting in Vernon HIlls
12/11/25
Join this beginner friendly class. You will weave your gnome on a tree slic...
Explore Events @ Vernon Hills Park District Sullivan Community Center
Dec. 11
The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency by Alexander McCall-Smith
The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency by Alexander McCall-Smith
12/11/25
Mystery Book GroupThursday, December 11, 7:00–8:00 pmLake Forest Libr...
Explore Events @ Lake Forest Public Library
Oct. 16 - Dec. 12
Sip and Paint at Patty Turner Center in Deerfield
Sip and Paint at Patty Turner Center in Deerfield
10/16/25 - 12/12/25
This low-stress, fun painting workshop requires no experience. Participants...
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Dec. 12
Holiday Kick-Off Party at Perfect Brewing Supply
Holiday Kick-Off Party at Perfect Brewing Supply
12/12/25
Kick off the holiday season at Perfect Brewing Supply with storewide s...
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Dec. 12
Tom Arnold LIVE at The Lighthouse at American Place Casino
Tom Arnold LIVE at The Lighthouse at American Place Casino
12/12/25
Tom Arnold is an actor, writer, and comedian with a career spanning over fo...
Explore Events @ The Lighthouse at American Place Casino
Dec. 12
Candles & Cannolis DIY Event in Grayslake | Romney Brown Candle Co
Candles & Cannolis DIY Event in Grayslake | Romney Brown Candle Co
12/12/25
Candles + Cannolis is back with a holiday twist. Join us Friday, Dec 12 fro...
Explore Events @ Romney Brown Candle Company
Dec. 12
Rendezvous Arts: Christmas OCarolan at Gorton Center
Rendezvous Arts: Christmas OCarolan at Gorton Center
12/12/25
Imagine an Irish winter evening filled with music, laughter, and stories pa...
Explore Events @ Gorton Center
Dec. 12
Candles & Cannolis DIY Event in Grayslake | Romney Brown Candle Co
Candles & Cannolis DIY Event in Grayslake | Romney Brown Candle Co
12/12/25
Get ready to sleigh the season with our Candles & Cannolis: Holiday Edi...
Explore Events @ Romney Brown Candle Company
Dec. 12
Matteo Bocelli at Genesee Theatre
Matteo Bocelli at Genesee Theatre
12/12/25
Matteo Bocelli, the young Italian singer with a beautiful voice, has been i...
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Dec. 12
Cookies and Milk with Santa at Grandwood Park District
Cookies and Milk with Santa at Grandwood Park District
12/12/25
Grandwood Park Park District invites families to a holiday event for all ag...
Explore Events @ Grandwood Park Park District
Dec. 12
Christmas Tree Lighting in Zion
Christmas Tree Lighting in Zion
12/12/25
Zion Park District will hold its annual Christmas Tree Lighting on Friday, ...
Explore Events @ Zion Park District Leisure Center
Dec. 12
Holiday Spirit Zumba in Vernon Hills
Holiday Spirit Zumba in Vernon Hills
12/12/25
This special Zumba is sure to get you in the holiday spirit, with dancing a...
Explore Events @ Vernon HIlls Park District
Dec. 12
Merry and Bright Holiday Express in Lake Zurich
Merry and Bright Holiday Express in Lake Zurich
12/12/25
All Aboard for a Magical Journey! Enjoy a festive evening filled with holid...
Explore Events @ Breezewald Park
Dec. 12
Paint, Sips and Sweets Holiday Party at Janelle Rominski Photography's Studio
Paint, Sips and Sweets Holiday Party at Janelle Rominski Photography's Studio
12/12/25
Janelle Rominski Photography and Simply Blessed Watercolor will host a holi...
Explore Events @ Janelle Rominski Photography
Dec. 12
Ugly Sweater Holiday Party and Sale at Reclaimed Artisans Inc.
Ugly Sweater Holiday Party and Sale at Reclaimed Artisans Inc.
12/12/25
The event will feature holiday refreshments, wine and a minimum of 10% off ...
Explore Events @ Reclaimed Artisans Inc.
Dec. 12
Winterhaus: Grinch Night at Phase Three Brewing Company
Winterhaus: Grinch Night at Phase Three Brewing Company
12/12/25
A not-so-merry night with the Grinch is set to take place at the brewery, f...
Explore Events @ Phase Three Brewing Company
Oct. 16 - Dec. 13
Smash the Cis-tem Art Exhibition at Adler Arts Center
Smash the Cis-tem Art Exhibition at Adler Arts Center
10/16/25 - 12/13/25
The Adler Arts Center, in partnership with LGBTQ+ Center Lake County, will ...
Explore Events @ Adler Arts Center

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