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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

Santa Parade in Libertyville
Santa Parade in Libertyville
Holly Jolly Holiday in Wauconda
Holly Jolly Holiday in Wauconda
Winter Lighting Celebration and Winter Market in Deerfield
Winter Lighting Celebration and Winter Market in Deerfield
Miracle on Main Street in Lake Zurich
Miracle on Main Street in Lake Zurich
Home for the Holidays 2025 at Genesee Theatre
Home for the Holidays 2025 at Genesee Theatre

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Jan. 19 - Dec. 7
Nature Themed Board Games A Volo Bog
Nature Themed Board Games A Volo Bog
1/19/25 - 12/7/25
The heat is ON! Come on by and play....
Explore Events @ Volo Bog State Natural Area
Dec. 4 - Dec. 7
Miracle on South Division Street
Miracle on South Division Street
12/4/25 - 12/7/25
Written by Tom Dudzick; Directed by Scott Shallenbarger. The Nowaks of...
Explore Events @ Citadel Theatre Company
Dec. 5 - Dec. 7
Handmade for the Holidays Craft Fair at Gurnee Mills
Handmade for the Holidays Craft Fair at Gurnee Mills
12/5/25 - 12/7/25
Mark your calendars for an artisanal extravaganza at Gurnee Mills! From Dec...
Explore Events @ Gurnee Mills
Dec. 5 - Dec. 7
Elawa Farm's Holiday Market
Elawa Farm's Holiday Market
12/5/25 - 12/7/25
Celebrate the season with us at our annual Holiday Market, where you’...
Explore Events @ Elawa Farm Foundation
Dec. 5 - Dec. 7
Taste Buds Kitchen: Gingerbread Making Experience
Taste Buds Kitchen: Gingerbread Making Experience
12/5/25 - 12/7/25
A must-do family holiday tradition! Kick off the season with a magical, han...
Explore Events @ Taste Buds Kitchen
Dec. 5 - Dec. 7
Festival of Trees Opening Weekend at The Ten Hotel
Festival of Trees Opening Weekend at The Ten Hotel
12/5/25 - 12/7/25
The Ten Hotel & Convention Center will host its Festival of Trees Openi...
Explore Events @ The Ten Hotel & Convention Center
Dec. 6 - Dec. 7
Holiday Hooves and Hugs at Elawa Farm
Holiday Hooves and Hugs at Elawa Farm
12/6/25 - 12/7/25
Get ready for a heartwarming experience with friendly goats dressed in fest...
Explore Events @ Elawa Farm Foundation
Dec. 6 - Dec. 7
9th Annual Nature-Inspired Holiday Art Market at Brushwood Center at Ryerson Woods
9th Annual Nature-Inspired Holiday Art Market at Brushwood Center at Ryerson Woods
12/6/25 - 12/7/25
The 9th Annual Nature-Inspired Holiday Art Market invites visitors to buy l...
Explore Events @ Brushwood Center at Ryerson Woods
Dec. 7
Jeeps on the Run at Lincolnshire Marriott Resort
Jeeps on the Run at Lincolnshire Marriott Resort
12/7/25
The 13th annual Jeepers for Toys event brings Jeep owners together for a da...
Explore Events @ Lincolnshire Marriott Resort
Dec. 7
A Special Visit with Caring Santa at Gurnee Mills
A Special Visit with Caring Santa at Gurnee Mills
12/7/25
Caring Santa® is a special, sensory-friendly experience - exclusively f...
Explore Events @ Gurnee Mills
Dec. 7
Wind Ensemble Holiday Concert at James LUmber Center
Dec. 7
Breakfast with the Grinch at BBQd Productions Third Lake
Breakfast with the Grinch at BBQd Productions Third Lake
12/7/25
The Grinch is returning and causing trouble in a new town! This year, he&rs...
Explore Events @ BBQ'd Productions Third Lake
Dec. 7
Rain: A Beatles Christmas Tribute at Genesee Theatre
Rain: A Beatles Christmas Tribute at Genesee Theatre
12/7/25
Travel back in time and experience RAIN: A Beatles Christmas Tribute, featu...
Explore Events @ Genesee Theatre
Dec. 7
Rock N' Kids Dance Party: Jingle Bell Jam in Gurnee
Rock N' Kids Dance Party: Jingle Bell Jam in Gurnee
12/7/25
Kids ages 1–5 and their favorite grown-up will have a blast dancing, ...
Explore Events @ Hunt Club Park Community Center
Dec. 7
Waukegan Symphony Orchestra and Concert Chorus Presents: Joseph A. Favero Memorial Do-It-Yourself Messiah and Carol Sing-Along
Dec. 7
Sensory Santa at Hawthorn
Sensory Santa at Hawthorn
12/7/25
Enjoy a quiet time at the mall with Santa. Located on the lower level in Ma...
Explore Events @ Hawthorn Mall
Dec. 7
Santa at the Rec Center at Grayslake Park District
Santa at the Rec Center at Grayslake Park District
12/7/25
Ring in the holidays with a visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus at the Grayslak...
Explore Events @ Grayslake Community Park District
Dec. 7
A Charlie Brown Christmas at Ravinia Festival
A Charlie Brown Christmas at Ravinia Festival
12/7/25
The playful dance of “Linus and Lucy”; the contemplative beauty...
Explore Events @ Ravinia Festival
Dec. 7
Brunch with our Carolers at The Ten Hotel
Brunch with our Carolers at The Ten Hotel
12/7/25
Limoncello Café will host “Brunch with Our Carolers” on ...
Explore Events @ The Ten Hotel & Convention Center
Dec. 7
Festival of Trees with Carolers at The Ten Hotel
Festival of Trees with Carolers at The Ten Hotel
12/7/25
The Ten Hotel will present “Festival of Trees with Carolers” on...
Explore Events @ The Ten Hotel & Convention Center
Nov. 24 - Dec. 8
Santa Paws at Hawthorn
Santa Paws at Hawthorn
11/24/25 - 12/8/25
Spread the joy of the holiday season and bring your furry friends to meet S...
Explore Events @ Hawthorn Mall
Dec. 1 - Dec. 8
Miniature Woven Ornaments at the Jane Addams Center
Miniature Woven Ornaments at the Jane Addams Center
12/1/25 - 12/8/25
These small woven ornaments can be used as tie on for gifts or hang on your...
Explore Events @ Waukegan Park District
Dec. 8
Dinner with Santa at O'Toole's Libertyville
Dinner with Santa at O'Toole's Libertyville
12/8/25
Step into a winter wonderland and spend the evening with Jolly Old St. Nick...
Explore Events @ O'Toole's Libertyville
Dec. 8
Jazz Combo Concert at the James Lumber Center
Jazz Combo Concert at the James Lumber Center
12/8/25
The Jazz Combo fills the room with cool rhythms, bold improvisation and an ...
Explore Events @ James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts at the College of Lake County
Dec. 8
3rd Annual Mix, Mingle, and Jingle at Beer Bazaar
3rd Annual Mix, Mingle, and Jingle at Beer Bazaar
12/8/25
Join Noote Partners x Compass Real Estate and Beer Bazaar for our 3rd Annua...
Explore Events @ Beer Bazaar
Dec. 2 - Dec. 9
Crafts with Santa and Mrs. Claus at Deer Park Town Center
Crafts with Santa and Mrs. Claus at Deer Park Town Center
12/2/25 - 12/9/25
Families are invited to Deer Park Town Center for crafts with Santa and Mrs...
Explore Events @ Deer Park Town Center
Dec. 9
Monthly Mixer (55+) – Holiday Celebration
Monthly Mixer (55+) – Holiday Celebration
12/9/25
Celebrate the holidays at Viking Park Dance Hall with a lunch of salad, ham...
Explore Events @ Viking Park
Dec. 9
Holly Jolly Trivia Night at Station 51
Holly Jolly Trivia Night at Station 51
12/9/25
Get ready for a night of festive fun and friendly competition at Station 51...
Explore Events @ Station 51 Truck Company Bar & Grill
Dec. 9
Canadian Pacific Holiday Train in Gurnee
Canadian Pacific Holiday Train in Gurnee
12/9/25
The Canadian Pacific (CP) Holiday Train program has two trains, one that tr...
Explore Events @ Viking Park
Dec. 9
Dinner with Santa at O'Toole's Gurnee
Dinner with Santa at O'Toole's Gurnee
12/9/25
Step into a winter wonderland and spend the evening with Jolly Old St. Nick...
Explore Events @ Timothy O'Toole's Pub Gurnee
Dec. 9
Trivia Tuesday at Beer Bazaar | General Topics
Trivia Tuesday at Beer Bazaar | General Topics
12/9/25
Trivia night at Beer Bazaar is General Topics. Questions range from music, ...
Explore Events @ Beer Bazaar
Dec. 10
Dave Koz and Friends Christmas Tour 2025
Dave Koz and Friends Christmas Tour 2025
12/10/25
The Dave Koz and Friends Christmas Tour 2025 will bring holiday cheer ...
Explore Events @ Genesee Theatre

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