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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

Kris Kringle Artist Market in Waukegan
Kris Kringle Artist Market in Waukegan
Dickens Holiday Village / Kringle's Christmas Village in Antioch
Dickens Holiday Village / Kringle's Christmas Village in Antioch
Richardson Christmas Tree Farm in Spring Grove
Richardson Christmas Tree Farm in Spring Grove
Festival of Lights Parade in Fox Lake
Festival of Lights Parade in Fox Lake
Patterson Glass Open House Series in Mundelein
Patterson Glass Open House Series in Mundelein

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

Nov. 29
Small Business Saturday in Downtown Libertyville
Small Business Saturday in Downtown Libertyville
11/29/25
Visit downtown Libertyville the Saturday after Thanksgiving for Small Busin...
Explore Events @ MainStreet Libertyville
Nov. 29
Holiday Sip and Shop at Hawthorn
Holiday Sip and Shop at Hawthorn
11/29/25
Celebrate the season with a festive Sip and Shop at Hawthorn Row!...
Explore Events @ Hawthorn
Nov. 29
Festival of Lights Parade in Fox Lake
Festival of Lights Parade in Fox Lake
11/29/25
Join us for this year’s Festival of Lights! The fun begins with our F...
Explore Events @ Millennium Park
Nov. 29
Chris Kringle Market at Volo Museum
Chris Kringle Market at Volo Museum
11/29/25
The Volo Museum will host the Chris Kringle Market from 1 to 6 p.m. Saturda...
Explore Events @ Volo Museum
Nov. 29
Lights, Camera, Candles - Movie Night! Wicked
Lights, Camera, Candles - Movie Night! Wicked
11/29/25
Something magical is headed to Grayslake! Join us on Saturday, November 29 ...
Explore Events @ Romney Brown Candle Company
Nov. 29
Farmers Market Tasting: Wikid Good at Beer Bazaar
Farmers Market Tasting: Wikid Good at Beer Bazaar
11/29/25
Recover from your Thanksgiving feast with a sophisticated, non-alcoholic bu...
Explore Events @ Beer Bazaar
Nov. 29
Holiday Light Celebration in Vernon Hills
Holiday Light Celebration in Vernon Hills
11/29/25
The Village will host its annual Holiday Light Celebration on the Saturday ...
Explore Events @ Village of Vernon Hills
Nov. 29
Go Waukegan Winter Hot Chocolate Walk
Go Waukegan Winter Hot Chocolate Walk
11/29/25
The Waukegan Park District will host the 2025 GO WAUKEGAN Winter Hot Chocol...
Explore Events @ Jack Benny Plaza in Downtown Waukegan
Nov. 29
Puerto Rican Society's 2nd Annual Coquito Fest in Waukegan
Puerto Rican Society's 2nd Annual Coquito Fest in Waukegan
11/29/25
Celebrate the holidays with the Puerto Rican Society at its first annual Co...
Explore Events @ Puerto Rican Society
Nov. 29
Small Business Saturday at Hawthorn
Small Business Saturday at Hawthorn
11/29/25
Celebrate Small Business Saturday at Hawthorn — your local ...
Explore Events @ Hawthorn
Nov. 29
Holiday Market and Entertainment Weekend Event! at Gurnee Mills
Holiday Market and Entertainment Weekend Event! at Gurnee Mills
11/29/25
Kick off the most wonderful time of the year at the Holiday Market & En...
Explore Events @ Gurnee Mills - Show Court Stage - Entry G
Nov. 29
Small Business Saturday in Lincolnshire
Small Business Saturday in Lincolnshire
11/29/25
This holiday season, especially on Small Business Saturday, Nov. 29, Lincol...
Explore Events @ Village of Lincolnshire
Nov. 29
Village of Volo's 21st Annual Christmas Tree Lighting
Village of Volo's 21st Annual Christmas Tree Lighting
11/29/25
The Village of Volo's 21st annual Christmas Tree Lighting will sta...
Explore Events @ Volo Village Hall
Nov. 29
Kris Kringle Artist Market in Waukegan
Kris Kringle Artist Market in Waukegan
11/29/25
The City of Waukegan and the Waukegan Public Library will host the Kris Kri...
Explore Events @ Waukegan Public Library
Nov. 29
Jingle on Genesee Celebration in Waukegan
Jingle on Genesee Celebration in Waukegan
11/29/25
Waukegan will host its annual Jingle on Genesee celebration on Saturday, No...
Explore Events @ Jack Benny Plaza
Nov. 29
Holiday Makers Market at Phase Three Brewing Company
Holiday Makers Market at Phase Three Brewing Company
11/29/25
Small Business Saturday is here and Phase Three Brewing Company - Lake...
Explore Events @ Phase Three Brewing Company
Aug. 15 - Nov. 30
Hike Lake County at Lake County Forest Preserves
Hike Lake County at Lake County Forest Preserves
8/15/25 - 11/30/25
Hit the trails and explore Lake County in a whole new way. The Lake County ...
Explore Events @ Lake County Forest Preserves
Nov. 26 - Nov. 30
Miracle on South Division Street
Miracle on South Division Street
11/26/25 - 11/30/25
Written by Tom Dudzick; Directed by Scott Shallenbarger. The Nowaks of...
Explore Events @ Citadel Theatre Company
Nov. 28 - Nov. 30
Festival of Arts and Crafts at Lake County Fairgrounds
Festival of Arts and Crafts at Lake County Fairgrounds
11/28/25 - 11/30/25
Mark your calendars — The Festival of Arts and Crafts is coming to th...
Explore Events @ Lake County Fairgrounds & Event Center
Nov. 29 - Nov. 30
Taste Buds Kitchen: Gingerbread Making Experience
Taste Buds Kitchen: Gingerbread Making Experience
11/29/25 - 11/30/25
A must-do family holiday tradition! Kick off the season with a magical, han...
Explore Events @ Taste Buds Kitchen
Nov. 30
Handmade Holiday Faire at Mickey Finn's Brewery
Handmade Holiday Faire at Mickey Finn's Brewery
11/30/25
Shop local at the Lake County Libation Trail partner's annual handmade ...
Explore Events @ Mickey Finn's Brewery
Nov. 30
Holiday Mixed Media Collage Art at Dandelion Art Gallery
Holiday Mixed Media Collage Art at Dandelion Art Gallery
11/30/25
Celebrate the holiday season with creativity and connection at Dandelion Ga...
Explore Events @ Dandelion Art Gallery
Nov. 28 - Dec. 1
Custom Engravings at Feather Glass WIne Bar and Eatery
Custom Engravings at Feather Glass WIne Bar and Eatery
11/28/25 - 12/1/25
A bottle of wine is a great gift. A personalized bottle of wine is unforget...
Explore Events @ Feather Glass Wine Bar and Eatery
Dec. 2
One Night Holiday Dance in Waukegan
One Night Holiday Dance in Waukegan
12/2/25
Visit the Jack Benny Center for a one dance night! Even if you don't kn...
Explore Events @ Jack Benny Center for the Arts
Dec. 2
Pages of History
Pages of History
12/2/25
Pages of History book-inspired lecture series returns this fall. In partner...
Explore Events @ Grayslake Heritage Center & Museum
Dec. 2
Annual Christmas Tree Lighting in North Chicago
Annual Christmas Tree Lighting in North Chicago
12/2/25
Help us kick off the holiday season with North Chicago's Annual Tree Li...
Explore Events @ City of North Chicago
Dec. 3
Paper Perennials: Paper Poinsettia Wreath Workshop at Viking Park
Paper Perennials: Paper Poinsettia Wreath Workshop at Viking Park
12/3/25
In this holiday workshop, Laura Garcia, owner of Paper Perennial, will be t...
Explore Events @ Viking Park
Dec. 3
Take 6 at Ravinia Festival
Take 6 at Ravinia Festival
12/3/25
Take 6 will ring in the season with a night of holiday favorites, celebrati...
Explore Events @ Ravinia Festival
Dec. 3
Holiday Card Printing at the Waukegan History Museum at the Carnegie
Holiday Card Printing at the Waukegan History Museum at the Carnegie
12/3/25
Express your holiday cheer by designing and building your own greeting card...
Explore Events @ Waukegan History Museum at the Carnegie
Dec. 4
The Klezmatics: Happy Joyous Hanukkah at Ravinia Festival
The Klezmatics: Happy Joyous Hanukkah at Ravinia Festival
12/4/25
The Klezmatics are the only Grammy Award–winning klezmer band and one...
Explore Events @ Ravinia Festival
Dec. 4
Holiday Shopping Night Out
Holiday Shopping Night Out
12/4/25
On Thursday, December 4th, come to the Village Center for an evening of one...
Explore Events @ Grayslake Village Center
Dec. 4
Village of Round Lake Beach Presents Supper with Santa and Craft Fair
Village of Round Lake Beach Presents Supper with Santa and Craft Fair
12/4/25
Before making his big trip around the world, Santa is stopping by the Villa...
Explore Events @ Cultural & Civic Center of Round Lake Beach

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