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

Nov. 6 - Nov. 14

Clue at the James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts

11/6/26 - 11/14/26
It’s a dark and stormy night, and our cast of oddball characters has ...
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Nov. 14

Holiday Wine Tasting with Pairings at The Joyful Gourmet

11/14/26
Expand your wine knowledge this season at The Joyful Gourmet’s Holida...
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Nov. 14

Holiday Girls' Night Out at Reclaimed Artisans Inc.

11/14/26
Kick off the holiday shopping season with a festive evening of wine, appeti...
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Nov. 14

Patti LaBelle at Genesee Theatre

11/14/26
Enjoy a night of riveting R&B, soul and pop as Patti LaBelle ...
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Nov. 14

Mini Comic Con at Vernon Area Public Library in Lincolnshire

11/14/26
Celebrate fandoms with free fun for all ages. Enjoy gaming, crafts, STEM st...
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Nov. 14

27th Annual Turkey Trot in Waukegan

11/14/26
The Waukegan Park District is hosting the 27th annual Turkey Trot on Saturd...
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Nov. 14

Ouilmette Documentary Film and Discussion at The Waukegan History Museum at the Carnegie

11/14/26
Join the Waukegan Historical Society for a special screening of the ne...
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Nov. 14

MHS Turkey Trot at Independence Grove

11/14/26
Let's have some fun and stock up our Welcome Center shelves. Sign up no...
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Nov. 14

Santa's Arrival and Fireworks at Deer Park Town Center

11/14/26
Deer Park Town Center will kick off the holiday season Nov. 14 with Santa&r...
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Nov. 14

Mommy and Me Hot Chocolate Party

11/14/26
Enjoy a holiday hot chocolate social! Dress in matching PJs and enjoy an af...
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Nov. 9 - Nov. 15

Veterans Day Week: Free Platinum Passes for All Military at Volo Museum

11/9/26 - 11/15/26
The Volo Museum will thank service members for their service with free Plat...
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Nov. 13 - Nov. 15

Winter Craft Fair and Vendor Market at Gurnee Mills

11/13/26 - 11/15/26
Mark calendars for an artisanal extravaganza at Gurnee Mills! From Nov. 13 ...
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Nov. 13 - Nov. 15

Irving Berlin's White Christmas The Musical in Deerfield

11/13/26 - 11/15/26
Deerfield Theater presents Irving Berlin’s “White Christmas The...
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Nov. 14 - Nov. 15

Lake County Model Railroad Club Fall Open House

11/14/26 - 11/15/26
The Lake County Model railroad is a sponsoring it’s Fall Open HouseTh...
Explore Events @ Honey Hill Coffee Shop (rear entrance)

Nov. 14 - Nov. 15

Grayslake Antique Vintage Market at the Lake County Fairgrounds

11/14/26 - 11/15/26
Grayslake Illinois Antique Flea Market offers a fantastic variety of antiqu...
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Nov. 14 - Nov. 15

Lambs Farm stars present Elf Jr. The Musical

11/14/26 - 11/15/26
The holiday season is coming to life on stage! Lambs Farm participants are ...
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Nov. 15

GCHS Booster Club Turkey Trot 5k Run/Walk

11/15/26
The Grayslake Central High School (GCHS) Booster Club will host its 14th An...
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Nov. 15

WGN Radio LIVE with Dean Richards at Treetime Christmas Creations

11/15/26
It’s always a party when the former WGN Radio host Dean Richards...
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Nov. 15

Card Expo at Hawthorn

11/15/26
Spend your day at an exciting Card Expo at Hawthorn on Sunday, Nov. 15! Fro...
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Nov. 15

Turkey-ly Awesome at Rosewood Beach Interpretive Center

11/15/26
Learn all about one of America’s most interesting Native Birds, the T...
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Nov. 15

Sensory Sunday at Jurassic Gardens at Volo Museum

11/15/26
Jurassic Gardens at the Volo Museum hosts Sensory Sunday from 10 a.m. to no...
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Nov. 15

Fiddles & Fun: A Fundraiser for Liberty Prairie in Grayslake

11/15/26
Bring Your Appetite & Your Dancing Shoes! Your ticket includes a hearty...
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Nov. 15

Lisa P. Medina and Adela Skowronski at The Lake County Folk Club

11/15/26
Join the Lake County Folk Club on Sunday, November 15th for their monthly c...
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Nov. 16

Little Turkeys in Vernon Hills

11/16/26
Celebrate the season to be thankful with your little one! Enjoy a thanksgiv...
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Nov. 17

Bourbon Dinner at Beelow's Steakhouse

11/17/26
Enjoy an evening of Kentucky Bourbon at Beelow’s on Tuesday, November...
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Nov. 17

The Hunger Games Trivia Night at BBQ'd Productions in Lake Zurich

11/17/26
Calling all tributes! The Hunger Games Trivia Night is coming to BBQ'd ...
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Nov. 17

L-U-C-K-Y LINES: Fall Fest at American Place Casino

11/17/26
Experience the thrill of Lucky Lines, our high-stakes five-in-a-row game! P...
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Nov. 17

Sing at Gorton: Upbeat Country Sing-Along

11/17/26
Participants will begin with a warm-up, then sing a selection of familiar, ...
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Nov. 17

Zumba Fitness Night and Canned Food Drive in Waukegan

11/17/26
The Waukegan Park District is hosting a free Zumba Fitness Night on Tuesday...
Explore Events @ Field House Sports, Fitness & Aquatics Center

Nov. 17

Thanksgiving Sides and Dessert with Chef Gale Gand at The Joyful Gourmet

11/17/26
Once again, Chef Gale Gand comes to the rescue just in time for Thanksgivin...
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Nov. 18

Learn Mahjong Week 2 at Pizzeria Deville in Libertyville

11/18/26
Whether you’ve been wanting to learn American Mahjong or are finally ...
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Nov. 18

Showtunes Music Bingo at The Parched Pug

11/18/26
Enjoy a fun night of music bingo featuring showtunes! Sing along and win pr...
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