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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

ZombieWauk in Waukegan
ZombieWauk in Waukegan
Halloween Hoopla Family Fun Fest in Deerfield
Halloween Hoopla Family Fun Fest in Deerfield
Lindy's 60th Anniversary Bash
Lindy's 60th Anniversary Bash
Frights and Delights Halloween Festival in Vernon Hills
Frights and Delights Halloween Festival in Vernon Hills
Fall Bash at Deer Park Town Center
Fall Bash at Deer Park Town Center

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

Oct. 15
Cooking Class: A Sweet & Savory Harvest at Elawa Farm
Cooking Class: A Sweet & Savory Harvest at Elawa Farm
10/15/25
A fall-themed demo cooking class will showcase the rich, comforting flavors...
Explore Events @ Elawa Farm Foundation
Oct. 15
Pumpkins and Petals at Lambs Farm
Pumpkins and Petals at Lambs Farm
10/15/25
Participants are invited to the Greenhouse for Pumpkins & Petals on Wed...
Explore Events @ Lambs Farm
Oct. 15
Silent Book Club Grayslake October Beer Bazaar Meet Up
Silent Book Club Grayslake October Beer Bazaar Meet Up
10/15/25
Free (ticket link avail in Bio)BYOBookBring friends or make someSupport loc...
Explore Events @ Beer Bazaar
May. 29 - Oct. 16
MainStreet Libertyville Farmers Market
MainStreet Libertyville Farmers Market
5/29/25 - 10/16/25
In 2025, MainStreet Libertyville is celebrating its 45th year in operation!...
Explore Events @ Libertyville
Oct. 16
Pumpkin Quest: Pick and Paint in Highland Park
Pumpkin Quest: Pick and Paint in Highland Park
10/16/25
Children ages 2 to 5 can explore a mini pumpkin patch to pick a pumpkin and...
Explore Events @ Heller Nature Center
Oct. 16
World Ballet Company Presents The Great Gatsby Ballet at Genesee Theatre
World Ballet Company Presents "The Great Gatsby Ballet" at Genesee Theatre
10/16/25
Dance into the Roaring Twenties with this dazzling Broadway-style ballet. I...
Explore Events @ Genesee Theatre
Oct. 17
Lure of the Local Annual Art Exhibition in Mundelein
Lure of the Local Annual Art Exhibition in Mundelein
10/17/25
The Mundelein Arts Commission will present the annual Lure of the Local art...
Explore Events @ Archer Business Center
Oct. 17
Freddy Jones Band at Genesee Theatre
Freddy Jones Band at Genesee Theatre
10/17/25
Freddy Jones Band will perform Oct. 17 at 7:30 p.m., marking the 10th anniv...
Explore Events @ Genesee Theatre
Oct. 17
Halloween Hoopla Family Fun Fest in Deerfield
Halloween Hoopla Family Fun Fest in Deerfield
10/17/25
The Halloween Hoopla Family Fun Fest will be held Friday, Oct. 17, 2025. Fa...
Explore Events @ Sachs Recreation Center
Oct. 17
Pumpkin Plunge in Gurnee
Pumpkin Plunge in Gurnee
10/17/25
FitNation will host its annual Pumpkin Plunge this fall, transforming the p...
Explore Events @ FitNation Pool
Oct. 17
Mainstreet Libertyville Witches Night Out
Mainstreet Libertyville Witches Night Out
10/17/25
Put on your favorite witch costume or jazz up a witch hat, grab your brooms...
Explore Events @ MainStreet Libertyville
Oct. 17
Dried Flower Bouquet Social at Elawa Farm
Dried Flower Bouquet Social at Elawa Farm
10/17/25
An evening of flowers, food and friendship will feature wine, savory appeti...
Explore Events @ Elawa Farm Foundation
Oct. 17
Caroline Rhea at American Place Casino
Caroline Rhea at American Place Casino
10/17/25
Get ready to laugh out loud with Caroline Rhea, the beloved comedian and ac...
Explore Events @ The Lighthouse at American Place Casino
Oct. 17
Netflix's The Making of Life on Our Planet at the James Lumber Center
Oct. 17
WIIL Rock 5:01 Club Broadcast at Twylas Lounge
WIIL Rock 5:01 Club Broadcast at Twylas Lounge
10/17/25
The WIIL Rock 5:01 Club featuring Tom and Leah from the WIIL Rock Morning S...
Explore Events @ The Ten Hotel & Convention Center
Jun. 21 - Oct. 18
Cycling Without Age: Free Trishaw Rides for Seniors in McHenry
Cycling Without Age: Free Trishaw Rides for Seniors in McHenry
6/21/25 - 10/18/25
Enjoy the breeze and natural beauty of McHenry Dam State Park on a free tri...
Explore Events @ McHenry Dam State Park
Sep. 20 - Oct. 18
Small Wonders of Nature at Volo Bog State Natural Area
Small Wonders of Nature at Volo Bog State Natural Area
9/20/25 - 10/18/25
Children ages 4 to 8 (with an adult) are invited to join naturalist Ms. Abb...
Explore Events @ Volo Bog State Natural Area
Oct. 18
Pat Tomasulo at the James Lumber Center
Pat Tomasulo at the James Lumber Center
10/18/25
A stand-up comedian, podcaster and one of the hosts of the WGN Morning News...
Explore Events @ James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts at the College of Lake County
Oct. 18
ZombieWauk in Waukegan
ZombieWauk in Waukegan
10/18/25
ArtWauk is the monthly celebration of all arts in downtown Waukegan and the...
Explore Events @ Waukegan Arts Council
Oct. 18
Teacher Workshop: Local Native American History and Your Classroom at Dunn Museum
Teacher Workshop: Local Native American History and Your Classroom at Dunn Museum
10/18/25
Learn more about local Native American culture and traditions to include in...
Explore Events @ Dunn Museum
Oct. 18
Candle-Making Movie Night: Practical Magic
Candle-Making Movie Night: Practical Magic
10/18/25
Candle-Making Movie Night: Practical MagicSaturday, October 18th at 6PM | $...
Explore Events @ Romney Brown Candle Company
Oct. 18
Frights and Delights Halloween Festival in Vernon Hills
Frights and Delights Halloween Festival in Vernon Hills
10/18/25
The Vernon Hills Park District will host its new Frights and Delights Hallo...
Explore Events @ Vernon Hills Park District Sullivan Community Center
Oct. 18
Phil Vassar: 25 Years of Paradise at Genesee Threatre
Phil Vassar: 25 Years of Paradise at Genesee Threatre
10/18/25
Phil Vassar returns to the road with his 25 Years of Paradise Tour, celebra...
Explore Events @ Genesee Theatre
Oct. 18
Flick and Float at Lakeview Fitness in Vernon Hills
Flick and Float at Lakeview Fitness in Vernon Hills
10/18/25
Vernon Hills Park District will host a splash-tastic indoor movie night at ...
Explore Events @ Lakeview Fitness
Oct. 18
Trunk or Treat in Deerfield
Trunk or Treat in Deerfield
10/18/25
Trunk-or-Treat offers a spook-tacular twist on traditional trick-or-treatin...
Explore Events @ St. Gregory's Episcopal Church Parking Lot
Oct. 18
Hawthorn’s Harvest Fest and Makers Market
Hawthorn’s Harvest Fest and Makers Market
10/18/25
Hawthorn Row will host a fall festival on Saturday, Oct. 18, from 1–5...
Explore Events @ Hawthorn Row
Oct. 18
Wauktober Family Fall Festival
Wauktober Family Fall Festival
10/18/25
Get ready for the inaugural Wauktober Fall Festival.  Saturday, Octobe...
Explore Events @ Downtown Waukegan
Oct. 18
Poolside Pumpkin Patch Family Swim Night in Waukegan
Poolside Pumpkin Patch Family Swim Night in Waukegan
10/18/25
The Waukegan Park District will host a Poolside Pumpkin Patch Family Swim N...
Explore Events @ Field House Sports, Fitness and Aquatics Center
Oct. 18
Sips & Sweets Sparkling Wine and Chocolate Walk
Sips & Sweets Sparkling Wine and Chocolate Walk
10/18/25
Join the Grayslake Village Center & Grayslake Area Chamber of Commerce ...
Explore Events @ Historic Downtown Grayslake
Oct. 18
Winthrop Harbor's Fall Fest
Winthrop Harbor's Fall Fest
10/18/25
Winthrop Harbor’s annual Fall Fest will offer a full evening of famil...
Explore Events @ Village of Winthrop Harbor
Oct. 18
Winthrop Harbor's Trunk or Treat
Winthrop Harbor's Trunk or Treat
10/18/25
Winthrop Harbor will host a Trunk or Treat event on Oct. 18 from 3:30 to 5:...
Explore Events @ 38 Acres
Oct. 18
Pumpkin Pool Splash in Highland Park
Pumpkin Pool Splash in Highland Park
10/18/25
Dive into a world of whimsy and wonder at the Pumpkin Pool Splash! Experien...
Explore Events @ Park Fitness

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