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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

Jul. 18 - Sep. 26
Waterfront Market On The Rocks at Waukegan Harbor and Marina
Waterfront Market On The Rocks at Waukegan Harbor and Marina
7/18/26 - 9/26/26
*** EVENTS CANCELLED ***Start the day with a lake breeze and a mimosa or Bl...
Explore Events @ Waukegan Harbor and Marina
Aug. 7 - Sep. 26
Later Impressions at The Art Center Highland Park
Later Impressions at The Art Center Highland Park
8/7/26 - 9/26/26
The Chicago Alliance of Visual Artists (CAVA) presents its signature annual...
Explore Events @ The Art Center Highland Park
Aug. 29 - Sep. 26
LAGO Late Night: Party Hits Saturdays in Lake Zurich
LAGO Late Night: Party Hits Saturdays in Lake Zurich
8/29/26 - 9/26/26
Step into the suburban late-night scene at LAGO by Fabio Viviani, where Sat...
Explore Events @ Lago Lake Zurich
Sep. 5 - Sep. 26
Yoga at the Beach in Waukegan
Yoga at the Beach in Waukegan
9/5/26 - 9/26/26
The Waukegan Park District, in partnership with the City of Waukegan, is ho...
Explore Events @ Waukegan Municipal Beach
Sep. 25 - Sep. 26
Oktoberfest presented by Mainstreet Libertyville and GLMV Chamber
Oktoberfest presented by Mainstreet Libertyville and GLMV Chamber
9/25/26 - 9/26/26
Dust off your lederhosen and say "pretzel" because Oktoberfe...
Explore Events @ Mickey Finn's Brewery
Sep. 26
Oktoberfest at Jens Jensen Park in Highland Park
Oktoberfest at Jens Jensen Park in Highland Park
9/26/26
Oktoberfest returns by popular demand on Saturday, September 26, bringing a...
Explore Events @ Jens Jensen Park
Sep. 26
Dance 830 12th Annual Gala at Citadel Theatre
Dance 830 12th Annual Gala at Citadel Theatre
9/26/26
The 2026 Gala is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026, at the estate of N...
Explore Events @ Estate of Nancy and Adrian Smith
Sep. 26
The Addams Family Candle-Making Movie Night in Grayslake
The Addams Family Candle-Making Movie Night in Grayslake
9/26/26
They're spooky and they pour some good candles. On Saturday, Sept. 26, ...
Explore Events @ Romney Brown Candle Company
Sep. 26
KC and the Sunshine Band at Genesee Theatre
KC and the Sunshine Band at Genesee Theatre
9/26/26
It's always a dance party when KC and the Sunshine Band takes...
Explore Events @ Genesee Theatre
Sep. 26
Coaster Challenge with Special Olympics Illinois at Six Flags Great America
Coaster Challenge with Special Olympics Illinois at Six Flags Great America
9/26/26
Put your endurance to the test for a great cause at Coaster Challenge! This...
Explore Events @ Six Flags Great America
Sep. 26
Celebrating the Spirit 2026: Lambs Farm's Gala at The Sanfilippo Estate
Sep. 26
Bangin' BBQ & Bargains at Bungalow Printing
Bangin' BBQ & Bargains at Bungalow Printing
9/26/26
Get ready for an autumn afternoon packed with smoky flavors, live tunes&nbs...
Explore Events @ Bungalow Printing
Sep. 26
Nature Discovery Day in Waukegan
Nature Discovery Day in Waukegan
9/26/26
The Waukegan Park District is hosting Nature Discovery Day on Saturday, Sep...
Explore Events @ Nature's Classroom in Bevier Park
Sep. 26
Manhattan Short Film Festival 2026 at Gorton Center
Manhattan Short Film Festival 2026 at Gorton Center
9/26/26
The always-popular compilation of global short films returns to the John &a...
Explore Events @ Gorton Center
Sep. 26
Fall Wine Walk in Antioch
Fall Wine Walk in Antioch
9/26/26
Raise a glass to fall in downtown Antioch! The Fall Wine Walk returns Satur...
Explore Events @ Sequoit Creek Park
Sep. 26
Lake County Suicide Prevention Task Force 14th Annual 5k Run/Walk
Lake County Suicide Prevention Task Force 14th Annual 5k Run/Walk
9/26/26
The Lake County Suicide Prevention Task Force will host its 14th Annual 5K ...
Explore Events @ College of Lake County - Grayslake Campus
Sep. 26
Oktoberfest at American Place Casino
Oktoberfest at American Place Casino
9/26/26
American Place Casino will host its grand Oktoberfest celebration, inviting...
Explore Events @ American Place Casino
Sep. 26
Movie in the Park: The Bad Guys 2 in Grayslake
Movie in the Park: The Bad Guys 2 in Grayslake
9/26/26
The Grayslake Park District is providing an evening of fun with their upcom...
Explore Events @ Grayslake Community Park District
Sep. 26
Touch-a-Truck at Sunset Woods Park
Touch-a-Truck at Sunset Woods Park
9/26/26
Climb aboard, honk the horn and get hands-on with the coolest trucks, tract...
Explore Events @ Park District of Highland Park
Sep. 26
Hoptoberfest at Tighthead Brewing Co.
Hoptoberfest at Tighthead Brewing Co.
9/26/26
Hoptoberfest is taking over Tighthead from 2-8 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 26.Dino...
Explore Events @ Tighthead Brewing Company
Jul. 1 - Sep. 27
Threads of Greatness: Waukegan's Connections to American Icons in Waukegan
Threads of Greatness: Waukegan's Connections to American Icons in Waukegan
7/1/26 - 9/27/26
Presented in celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, this engagin...
Explore Events @ Waukegan History Museum at the Carnegie
Sep. 24 - Sep. 27
The True Story of the 3 Little Pigs at the James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts
Sep. 25 - Sep. 27
Apple Fest in Historic Downtown Long Grove
Apple Fest in Historic Downtown Long Grove
9/25/26 - 9/27/26
How do you like your apples? Fresh? Baked in pies? Dipped in chocolate or c...
Explore Events @ Historic Downtown Long Grove
Sep. 26 - Sep. 27
Lake County Boat Show at the Lake County Fairgrounds
Lake County Boat Show at the Lake County Fairgrounds
9/26/26 - 9/27/26
Lake County’s end-of-season boating tradition — and the smartes...
Explore Events @ Lake County Fairgrounds & Event Center
Sep. 27
Festival De Cultura, Comida y Vida at Nippersink Forest Preserve in Round Lake
Festival De Cultura, Comida y Vida at Nippersink Forest Preserve in Round Lake
9/27/26
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with neighbors, family and friends at Fes...
Explore Events @ Nippersink Forest Preserve
Sep. 27
Waukegan Tour of Homes 2026
Waukegan Tour of Homes 2026
9/27/26
Welcome to the Waukegan Historical Society's Tour of Homes 2026!Featuri...
Explore Events @ Waukegan History Museum at the Carnegie
Sep. 27
Everything Wheels: Cruisin' Car Show and Touch A Truck in Kildeer
Everything Wheels: Cruisin' Car Show and Touch A Truck in Kildeer
9/27/26
Bring the whole family out for an afternoon featuring an exciting variety o...
Explore Events @ Quentin Collection Shopping Center
Sep. 27
Lobster Boil at Bluegrass Restaurant
Lobster Boil at Bluegrass Restaurant
9/27/26
Bluegrass Restaurant invites guests to a Sunday afternoon featuring lobster...
Explore Events @ Bluegrass Restaurant
Sep. 27
Harmonie North Chamber Winds presents French Connection
Harmonie North Chamber Winds presents French Connection
9/27/26
Ever heard a chamber wind ensemble live? It’s a rare experience.Harmo...
Explore Events @ United Methodist Church of Libertyville
Sep. 27
She Moves Mujer Muevete 5k at Independence Grove Forest Preserve
She Moves Mujer Muevete 5k at Independence Grove Forest Preserve
9/27/26
WWM Fitness will host its first official 5K, a celebration of movement, emp...
Explore Events @ Independence Grove Forest Preserve
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

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