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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

Oktoberfest in Highland Park
Oktoberfest in Highland Park
Oktoberfest in Libertyville + GLMV Chamber
Oktoberfest in Libertyville + GLMV Chamber
Citadel Theatre 12th Annual Gala in Lake Forest
Citadel Theatre 12th Annual Gala in Lake Forest
Fall Wine Walk in Antioch
Fall Wine Walk in Antioch
Apple Fest in Long Grove
Apple Fest in Long Grove

Sep. 29
Sing at Gorton: Goodbye Yellow Brick Road, Hello Penny Lane: An Evening of Elton, Billy and the Beatles
Sing at Gorton: Goodbye Yellow Brick Road, Hello Penny Lane: An Evening of Elton, Billy and the Beatles
9/29/26
A trip down the Yellow Brick Road and over to Penny Lane, with a few stops ...
Explore Events @ Gorton Center
Sep. 29
Historic Bonner Farm Tour in Lindenhurst
Historic Bonner Farm Tour in Lindenhurst
9/29/26
Join a history educator to learn about the people, the land and the events ...
Explore Events @ Bonner Heritage Farm
Sep. 29
Fall Color Walks at Volo Bog State Natural Area
Fall Color Walks at Volo Bog State Natural Area
9/29/26
Join an informal guided hike focused on the changing leaves Sept. 29 from 2...
Explore Events @ Volo Bog State Natural Area
Sep. 29
A Year with the Bees at Volo Bog State Natural Area
A Year with the Bees at Volo Bog State Natural Area
9/29/26
Wondering where bees go in the winter? Or how they make honey? Attendees wi...
Explore Events @ Volo Bog State Natural Area
May. 1 - Sep. 30
Camping at Adeline Jay Geo-Karis Illinois Beach State Park
Camping at Adeline Jay Geo-Karis Illinois Beach State Park
5/1/26 - 9/30/26
Stretching 6.5 miles along the shores of Lake Michigan, Illinois Beach Stat...
Explore Events @ Illinois Beach State Park
May. 1 - Sep. 30
Independence Grove Forest Preserve and Canoe Launch Open for the Season
Independence Grove Forest Preserve and Canoe Launch Open for the Season
5/1/26 - 9/30/26
Centered around a 129-acre lake, Independence Grove is open for the season ...
Explore Events @ Independence Grove Forest Preserve and Canoe Launch
Sep. 8 - Sep. 30
Scarecrows of the Shire in Lincolnshire
Scarecrows of the Shire in Lincolnshire
9/8/26 - 9/30/26
Fall is back in Lincolnshire, and so are the Scarecrows of the Shire!Start ...
Explore Events @ Lincolnshire Village Hall
Sep. 30
Bingo Night Returns to BBQ'd Productions Third Lake
Bingo Night Returns to BBQ'd Productions Third Lake
9/30/26
Monthly Bingo returns to BBQ'd Productions for another season. Whether ...
Explore Events @ BBQ'd Productions Third Lake
Jun. 18 - Oct. 1
Wauconda Farmers Market
Wauconda Farmers Market
6/18/26 - 10/1/26
Every Thursday the market has fresh produce, flowers, meats, cheeses, bread...
Explore Events @ Wauconda Area Chamber of Commerce
Sep. 12 - Oct. 1
Sunflower Festival at Richardson Adventure Farm
Sunflower Festival at Richardson Adventure Farm
9/12/26 - 10/1/26
The Sunflower Field will open September 12 if Mother Nature agrees! Enjoy t...
Explore Events @ Richardson Adventure Farm & Corn Maze, LLC
Oct. 1
Thursday Hold 'Em Poker Tournaments at American Place Casino
Thursday Hold 'Em Poker Tournaments at American Place Casino
10/1/26
Join American Place Casino for Thursday Hold 'Em Tournaments all A...
Explore Events @ Harbor Poker Room at American Place Casino
Oct. 1
Carnegie Sessions: Songs of the Old Library
Carnegie Sessions: Songs of the Old Library
10/1/26
Join the Waukegan Park District and the Waukegan Historical Society for an ...
Explore Events @ Waukegan History Museum at the Carnegie
Oct. 1
OktoBEEfest in Winthrop Harbor
OktoBEEfest in Winthrop Harbor
10/1/26
Join the Seabee Community at 2026 OktoBEEfest – Great Lakes, an eveni...
Explore Events @ Winthrop Harbor VFW Post
Oct. 1
Young Washington at Gorton Center
Young Washington at Gorton Center
10/1/26
Step into the early life of America’s first president with Young...
Explore Events @ Gorton Center
Oct. 1
Creepy Crawlies at Volo Bog State Natural Area
Creepy Crawlies at Volo Bog State Natural Area
10/1/26
Visitors can observe, meet and listen to a presentation on live snakes, spi...
Explore Events @ Volo Bog State Natural Area
Oct. 2
First Friday on MainStreet Libertyville
First Friday on MainStreet Libertyville
10/2/26
Perhaps a wine tasting, special discounts or live music and refreshments wh...
Explore Events @ Downtown Libertyville
Oct. 2
Cracker with Ike and Shane Reilly at the James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts
Oct. 2
Hire Lake County Job Fair at Lincolnshire Marriott Resort
Hire Lake County Job Fair at Lincolnshire Marriott Resort
10/2/26
The Hire Lake County Job Fair is back, offering job seekers the chance to c...
Explore Events @ Lincolnshire Marriott Resort
Oct. 2
Halloween Garland Making at Volo Bog State Natural Area
Halloween Garland Making at Volo Bog State Natural Area
10/2/26
Attendees can create Halloween-themed garlands for the home. Sustainability...
Explore Events @ Volo Bog State Natural Area
Oct. 2
Fall Family Paint Night in North Chicago
Fall Family Paint Night in North Chicago
10/2/26
Visit the Foss Park Community Center for a fun and creative Fall Family Pai...
Explore Events @ Foss Park District
Oct. 2 - Oct. 3
Grand Opening Celebration at North Shore Distillery in Mundelein
Grand Opening Celebration at North Shore Distillery in Mundelein
10/2/26 - 10/3/26
North Shore Distillery will host an open house to celebrate the grand openi...
Explore Events @ North Shore Distillery
Oct. 3
Legions of Craft Beer Fest
Legions of Craft Beer Fest
10/3/26
You're invited to Gurnee American Legion Post 771's 9th Annual Legi...
Explore Events @ Gurnee American Legion
Oct. 3
Mutts Gone Nuts at Gorton Center
Mutts Gone Nuts at Gorton Center
10/3/26
We’re unleashing a high-energy, laugh-out-loud experience that audien...
Explore Events @ Gorton Center
Oct. 3
Prairie State Half Marathon, 10K and Oktoberfest 5K in Historic Downtown Long Grove
Prairie State Half Marathon, 10K and Oktoberfest 5K in Historic Downtown Long Grove
10/3/26
Historic Downtown Long Grove hosts the Prairie State Half Marathon, 10K and...
Explore Events @ Historic Downtown Long Grove
Oct. 3
Hocus Pocus Candle-Making Movie Night in Grayslake
Hocus Pocus Candle-Making Movie Night in Grayslake
10/3/26
Ready to get witchy? On Saturday, Oct. 3, from 6-8 p.m., guests can join Ca...
Explore Events @ Romney Brown Candle Company
Oct. 3
Sugar Skull Workshop in Waukegan
Sugar Skull Workshop in Waukegan
10/3/26
The Waukegan Park District is hosting a Sugar Skull Decorating Workshop on ...
Explore Events @ Waukegan History Museum at the Carnegie
Oct. 3
Farm Fall Festival for Good at Liberty Prairie Farm
Farm Fall Festival for Good at Liberty Prairie Farm
10/3/26
Pumpkin picking, wagon rides, sheep shearing and fall fun for the whole fam...
Explore Events @ Liberty Prairie Farm
Oct. 3
Marriott Theatre Warehouse Sale in Buffalo Grove
Marriott Theatre Warehouse Sale in Buffalo Grove
10/3/26
The Marriott Theatre is having a warehouse sale. Lots of costumes, props, s...
Explore Events @ Marriott Theatre Rehearsal Space
Oct. 3
Pumpkin Paint and Sip at BBQd Productions Third Lake
Pumpkin Paint and Sip at BBQd Productions Third Lake
10/3/26
Kick off the fall season with a Pumpkin Paint & Sip at BBQ'd Produc...
Explore Events @ BBQ'd Productions Third Lake
Oct. 3
OAKtober Native Tree and Shrub Sale at Independence Grove
OAKtober Native Tree and Shrub Sale at Independence Grove
10/3/26
Visitors can stop by the annual native tree and shrub sale to choose the pe...
Explore Events @ Independence Grove Forest Preserve and Canoe Launch
Oct. 3
OAKtober Sip & Stroll at Ryerson Woods
OAKtober Sip & Stroll at Ryerson Woods
10/3/26
October is Oak Awareness Month in Illinois! Learn about the importance of o...
Explore Events @ Edward L. Ryerson Conservation Area & Welcome Center
Sep. 19 - Oct. 4
Oktoberfest at Lindy's Landing
Oktoberfest at Lindy's Landing
9/19/26 - 10/4/26
Celebrate fall with Oktoberfest at Lindy's! Enjoy a special Oktoberfest...
Explore Events @ Lindy's Landing

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