Calendar of Events for Lake County, Illinois - Visit Lake County

Jul. 10 - Jul. 12

Harborpalooza at Harbor Brewing Co.

7/10/26 - 7/12/26
Three days of live music, beer, a craft market and more!See the full lineup...
Explore Events @ Harbor Brewing Co. Lakefront Craft Biergarten at North Point Marina

Jul. 10 - Jul. 12

17th Annual Dog Days of Summer in Libertyville

7/10/26 - 7/12/26
The "Dog Days of Summer" in Libertyville feature an exciting cont...
Explore Events @ Cook Park

Jul. 12

Billy Idol at Ravinia Festival

7/12/26
It’s a nice day to… TOUR AGAIN! From the basements where punk ...
Explore Events @ Ravinia Festival

Jul. 12

Lake Zurich Triathlon at Paulus Park

7/12/26
The rebirth of the ET Lake Zurich Triathlon will take place on Sunday, July...
Explore Events @ Paulus Park

Jul. 12

Pop Culture Party: Ocean Wayfinder in Gurnee

7/12/26
Get ready for sunshine and sparkle at Gurnee Park District's summer dan...
Explore Events @ Hunt Club Park Community Center

Jul. 12

Heroes Day in Vernon Hills

7/12/26
The Vernon Hills Park District is celebrating all of our Heroes on Sunday, ...
Explore Events @ Turtle Creek Waterpark

Jul. 14

Squirrel Nut Zippers at Ravinia Festival

7/14/26
When Hot first hit the airwaves in 1996, it didn’t just ignite excite...
Explore Events @ Ravinia Festival

Jun. 16 - Jul. 15

Highwood's Historical Cocktail Tour

6/16/26 - 7/15/26
The Historical Highwood Cocktail Tours will be held monthly during the High...
Explore Events @ Everts Park

Jul. 15

Music for Love and Loss at Ravinia Festival

7/15/26
The Piano & Strings Program at the Steans Institute focuses on interpre...
Explore Events @ Ravinia Festival

Jul. 15

Harry Connick Jr. at Ravinia Festival

7/15/26
Across a prolific career that spans across music, film, theater and televis...
Explore Events @ Ravinia Festival

Jul. 15

Emigration & Immigration: Finding Ancestor Stories

7/15/26
Emigration & Immigration: Finding Ancestor StoriesWednesday, July 15, 7...
Explore Events @ Lake Forest Public Library

Jul. 15

The Police Chase Twilight 5k Run/Walk at Vernon Hills Days

7/15/26
The Vernon Hills Days Committee is proud to announce a new charity event, h...
Explore Events @ Village of Vernon Hills

Jul. 14 - Jul. 16

Young Nature Explorers at Edward L. Ryerson Education Center

7/14/26 - 7/16/26
Participants are invited to explore different types of wildlife movement al...
Explore Events @ Edward L. Ryerson Conservation Area & Welcome Center

Jul. 16

Chamber Music Afternoon at Ravinia Festival

7/16/26
The Piano & Strings Program at the Steans Institute focuses on interpre...
Explore Events @ Ravinia Festival

Jul. 16

Mozarts The Abduction from the Seraglio at Ravinia Festival

7/16/26
Starring Kathryn Lewek and Miles MykkanenJames Conlon, conductorSung in Ger...
Explore Events @ Ravinia Festival

Jul. 16

University Fair at the University Center of Lake County

7/16/26
Whether you are ready to transfer, continue your education, or take the nex...
Explore Events @ University Center of Lake County

Jul. 16

Talking Football with Kevin Warren at Gorton Center

7/16/26
Join Gorton Center for an unforgettable night with Chicago Bears President ...
Explore Events @ Gorton Center

Jul. 16

Organized Crime in Chicago During Prohibition

7/16/26
Organized Crime in Chicago During ProhibitionThursday, July 16, 7:00-8:00 p...
Explore Events @ Lake Forest Public Library

Jul. 17

Fox Lake Friday Night Live Week 5 - Punk for a Purpose

7/17/26
Are you ready rock at the 5th week of your new favorite summer tradition - ...
Explore Events @ Lakefront Park

Jul. 17

Chamber Music Afternoon at Ravinia Festival

7/17/26
The Piano & Strings Program at the Steans Institute focuses on interpre...
Explore Events @ Ravinia Festival

Jul. 17 - Jul. 18

Paul Simon at Ravinia Festival

7/17/26 - 7/18/26
One of the most decorated and influential singer/songwriters in Paul Simon ...
Explore Events @ Ravinia Festival

Jul. 18

Grayslake AuthorFest 2026

7/18/26
Grayslake AuthorFest brings together authors, readers and aspiring writers ...
Explore Events @ Grayslake Heritage Center & Museum

Jul. 18

ArtWauk in Waukegan

7/18/26
ArtWauk is the monthly celebration of all arts in downtown Waukegan and the...
Explore Events @ Waukegan Arts Council

Jul. 18

Grayslake in Bloom: Community Garden Walk

7/18/26
Gather friends and family to explore and enjoy the efforts of six loca...
Explore Events @ Grayslake Village Center

Jul. 18

Highwood 5K Family Run in Downtown Highwood

7/18/26
The Highwood 5K Family Run, Walk & Stroll returns to downtown Highwood ...
Explore Events @ Celebrate Highwood

Jul. 18

Mozarts The Abduction from the Seraglio at Ravinia Festival

7/18/26
Starring Kathryn Lewek and Miles MykkanenJames Conlon, conductorSung in Ger...
Explore Events @ Ravinia Festival

Jul. 18

Beethovens Pastoral Symphony and Violin Concerto at Ravinia Festival

7/18/26
Marin Alsop, conductor / María Dueñas, violinGramophone&rsquo...
Explore Events @ Ravinia Festival

Jul. 18

Wauconda America 250 Celebration

7/18/26
Wauconda America 250 Celebration will start at Cook House (711 N. Main...
Explore Events @ Village of Wauconda

Jul. 18

Peace, Love and Long Grove at Brothers' Field

7/18/26
Join Brothers' Field for Peace, Love and Long Grove on July 18, featuri...
Explore Events @ Brothers' Field

Jul. 18

Cardboard Boat Regatta in Grayslake

7/18/26
Get ready to build, paddle and possibly sink in the most fun race of the su...
Explore Events @ Jones Island Park Beach

Jul. 18

Summer Soiree: Discover the Arts in Gurnee

7/18/26
Head to Gurnee for a relaxed, welcoming afternoon designed to help families...
Explore Events @ Hunt Club Park Community Center

Jul. 16 - Jul. 19

Vernon Hills Days

7/16/26 - 7/19/26
Visit Vernon Hills for four days of food, fun, carnival rides and free...
Explore Events @ Century Park

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