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

Celebrate Antioch's Summer Kickoff and Wizards Weekend

Step Back in Time at Zion Nostalgia Days

Libertyville Days Festival: Tropical Vibes and Family Fun

Make a Splash at Mundelein’s Beach Bash

PrideFest 2025: Live Music, Drag Shows and Community Pride in Round Lake Beach

Raise a Glass at the Grayslake Craft Beer Festival

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Mar. 16 - Jun. 16

Sensory Sunday at Jurassic Gardens at Volo Museum

3/16/25 - 6/16/25
Every 3rd Sunday of the month we keep our entire 15,000 sq. ft. animatronic...
Explore Events @ Volo Museum

Jun. 17

Jazz Grandstand at Ravinia Festival

6/17/25
The Jazz Program at the Steans Institute is all about composition and colla...
Explore Events @ Ravinia Festival

Jun. 17

Summer Sip N Shop

6/17/25
Free and open to the public! Sip N Shop vendor and craft event at The Vine ...
Explore Events @ The Vine Martini & Wine Bar

Jun. 18

The Black Crowes at Ravinia Festival

6/18/25
Including the instant classics “Jealous Again,” “Twice as...
Explore Events @ Ravinia Festival

Jun. 18

Hike and Hops at Independence Grove

6/18/25
Participants can enjoy a leisurely hike at Independence Grove while taking ...
Explore Events @ Independence Grove Forest Preserve

Jun. 18

Pour + Play Bingo Night at Romney Brown Candle Co

6/18/25
Pour + Play Bingo Night – Wednesday, June 18th, 2025 | 7:00 PM &ndash...
Explore Events @ Romney Brown Candle Company

Jun. 18

The Union Prisoners of War at the Lake Forest Library

6/18/25
The Union Prisoners of War at Camp DouglasWednesday, June 18, 7:00–8:...
Explore Events @ Lake Forest Library

Jun. 18

Open Mic at the Waukegan Music Exchange, Hosted by Kaylia Writes

6/18/25
It’s open mic time.Artists and performers are invited to join an unfo...
Explore Events @ Waukegan Music Exchange

Jun. 18

Cocktails 101 - O'Toole's Libertyville, Moscow Mules

6/18/25
Master Mixologist, Scott Armstrong will educate you and walk you through th...
Explore Events @ O'Toole's Pub Libertyville

Jun. 18

Silent Book Club Grayslake

6/18/25
Join the Beer Bazaar for the Grayslake Silent Book Club!What is Silent Book...
Explore Events @ Beer Bazaar

Jun. 18

Antique Classic Car Show at Patty Turner Center

6/18/25
Join us to celebrate fully restored antique and classic cars. Explore the f...
Explore Events @ Deerfield Park District

Jun. 18

1955 High School Hop Dinner Dance

6/18/25
Put on your blue suede shoes and twist the night away at the 1955 High Scho...
Explore Events @ Patty Turner Center

Jun. 19

Mexican Beer Dinners at Wildfire

6/19/25
Guests are invited to enjoy a summer beer dinner featuring a custom four-co...
Explore Events @ Wildfire Steaks, Chops & Seafood

Jun. 19

An Evening with James Taylor and His All-Star Band at Ravinia Festival

6/19/25
Music lovers are in for a treat as the legendary James Taylor, along with H...
Explore Events @ Ravinia Festival

Jun. 19

Music and Films of the 1980s: A Summer Festival in Deerfield

6/19/25
The Deerfield Park District presents a special summer edition of Music and&...
Explore Events @ Patty Turner Center

Jun. 19

Juneteenth: A Celebration of Freedom Walk in Grayslake

6/19/25
Join the Grayslake Area Public Library, Grayslake Heritage Center & Mus...
Explore Events @ Grayslake Area Public Library District

Jun. 16 - Jun. 20

Mini Meals Cooking Camp (ages 8-11)

6/16/25 - 6/20/25
Mini Meals: Cooking Camp (Ages 8-11)Monday: Breakfast- Fluffy Pancakes...
Explore Events @ The Joyful Gourmet

Jun. 20

David Foster and Chris Botti featuring Katharine McPhee at Ravinia

6/20/25
Experience an extraordinary evening of world-class music as David Foster an...
Explore Events @ Ravinia Festival

Jun. 20

Fox Lake Friday Night Live: Pride Night with Kaleidoscope Eyes

6/20/25
The Village of Fox Lake is excited to invite you to join their all-new even...
Explore Events @ Lakefront Park and Beach

Jun. 20

The Been Reals at Tighthead

6/20/25
Live MusicFriday, June 20, 20257:00PM 10:00PM...
Explore Events @ Tighthead Brewing Company

Jun. 20

Wall of Denial at Primo

6/20/25
Wall of Denial is back by popular demand! Join us in The Parlor Speakeasy f...
Explore Events @ Primo Italian American Cuisine

Jun. 20

Summer Solstice Scavenger Hunt at Jewett Park

6/20/25
Celebrate the longest day of summer with an outdoor scavenger hunt the whol...
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Jun. 20

Summer Scene On – Patty Turner Center Patio

6/20/25
Celebrate the first night of summer with acoustic music, drinks, snacks&nbs...
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Jun. 20 - Jun. 21

Taste of Highland Park

6/20/25 - 6/21/25
FRIDAY, JUNE 20 & SATURDAY, JUNE 21 | 5 PM - 10 PMThe Taste of Highland...
Explore Events @ The Lot

Jun. 21

Grayslake AuthorFest 2025

6/21/25
Grayslake AuthorFest aims to bring together authors, readers and aspiring w...
Explore Events @ Grayslake Heritage Center & Museum

Jun. 21

Fox Lake Fishing Derby & Cardboard Boat Race

6/21/25
Come join us for Cardboard Boat Races and the Youth Fishing Derby at Lakefr...
Explore Events @ Lakefront Park

Jun. 21

Guest Pop-Up Artist: Tom Pedersen, Paintings & Drawings of Locomotives

6/21/25
Tom Pedersen will feature paintings and drawings of locomotives at a one-ni...
Explore Events @ Blue Moon Gallery

Jun. 21

Hawthorn Pride in Vernon Hills

6/21/25
Celebrate love, diversity, and community at the Pride Event & MarketJoi...
Explore Events @ Hawthorn

Jun. 21

ArtWauk at Green Town on the Rocks

6/21/25
Downtown Waukegan becomes the cultural hub and envy of the North Shore on t...
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Jun. 21

Pianist Tony Siqi Yun at Ravinia Festival

6/21/25
With “bravado [and] flair” (San Diego Story), Canadian-born pia...
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Jun. 21

Dispatch with John Butler and Donavon Frankenreiter at Ravinia Festival

6/21/25
Marriage, birth, death, departure; for Dispatch’s Chadwick Stokes and...
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Jun. 21

Lights, Camera, Candles - Movie Night!

6/21/25
Lights, Camera, Candles. It’s the ultimate Girls Night Out at Romney ...
Explore Events @ Romney Brown Candle Company