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The Lake County, Illinois Convention and Visitors Bureau is the official tourism bureau for Lake County, Illinois. No matter which route you take, all roads lead to fun. Discover great dining, plentiful shopping, relaxing hotels and exciting attractions along your journey. Whether you're looking for a weekend getaway, fun-filled day trip or family vacation, there is so much to experience in Lake C

ounty beyond the expected. So jump in the car, grab your bike, hop on the train. No matter how you choose to get here, you're sure to enjoy fun and adventure along the way in Lake County.

🎶 Mamma Mia, here we go again — and this time YOU'RE the star! Citadel Theatre is hosting an outdoor Mamma Mia Sing-Alon...
07/07/2026

🎶 Mamma Mia, here we go again — and this time YOU'RE the star! Citadel Theatre is hosting an outdoor Mamma Mia Sing-Along at the Gloria Dei Center in Lake Forest on July 24-26. Pack a picnic, bring your lawn chairs and belt out your favorite ABBA hits alongside live performers under the summer sky! 🎤
📸: Citadel Theatre


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Save the date: (July 24–26) for a brand new summer fundraiser you won’t want to miss! Join us at the Gloria Dei Center in Lake Forest for a Mamma Mia! Sing-Along- my my, how can you resist this? This outdoor event invites you to bring a picnic, chairs and your best singing voice as performers ...

🏃‍♀️ Lace up and hit the pavement in historic downtown Village of Grayslake, IL! The Grayslake Area Chamber of Commerce ...
07/06/2026

🏃‍♀️ Lace up and hit the pavement in historic downtown Village of Grayslake, IL! The Grayslake Area Chamber of Commerce hosts its annual 5K Family Fun Run and Walk on July 11 starting at 8 a.m. Little runners ages 5-8 can join the Kids Fun Run at 7:30 a.m.! 🎉
📸: Village of Grayslake, IL


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The Grayslake Area Chamber of Commerce hosts the annual Grayslake 5K Family Fun Run and Walk. The race starts and ends on Center Street in historic downtown Grayslake.7:30 a.m. – Kids Fun RunAges 5–8Distance: 2 block fun runCost: $10 per runner8:00 a.m. – 5KEarly bird through June 30 – $25 ...

☀️ Summer adventures await in Village of Antioch, Illinois - Government! This summer kids can enjoy Antioch Summer Day C...
07/05/2026

☀️ Summer adventures await in Village of Antioch, Illinois - Government! This summer kids can enjoy Antioch Summer Day Camp through Aug. 18, offering three programs for grades K through age 14. From swim days and field trips to pizza days, cookout Fridays and themed weekly activities — the summer camp experience kids will be talking about all year long! 🏊‍♂️
📸: Village of Antioch, Illinois - Government


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Registration is now open for Antioch Summer Day Camp, which will run June 1 through Aug. 8, 2026, with bonus weeks available through Aug. 18. Families can choose from Camp Sunshine for grades K–2, Antioch Adventures for grades 3–7, and Teen Travelers Bike Camp for ages 11–14.Each week will inc...

🎆 Happy Fourth of July from all of us at Visit Lake County! Today we celebrate 250 years of freedom, community and every...
07/04/2026

🎆 Happy Fourth of July from all of us at Visit Lake County! Today we celebrate 250 years of freedom, community and everything that makes this country — and county — so extraordinary. Wishing you a day filled with family, fireworks and unforgettable memories! 🧨


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🎆 America's 250th birthday is here and we're celebrating it in the most spectacular way! From fireworks over Village of ...
07/03/2026

🎆 America's 250th birthday is here and we're celebrating it in the most spectacular way! From fireworks over Village of Fox Lake Parks and Recreation and Village of Gurnee to parades in Enjoy Highland Park and Village of Vernon Hills - Government and more! Check out our complete guide to the Fourth in the land of lakes! 🌟
📸: Six Flags Great America/Hurricane Harbor and Village of Vernon Hills - Government


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America is turning 250, and Lake County is throwing a massive, multi-week birthday party. From the massive four-day Mundelein Community Days festival to lakeside fireworks in Round Lake Beach and high-speed coaster nights at Six Flags Great America, we have mapped out every single parade, festival,....

🎆 Lake County is pulling out all the stops for America's 250th birthday! The land of lakes knows how to celebrate! 🌟📸: V...
07/02/2026

🎆 Lake County is pulling out all the stops for America's 250th birthday! The land of lakes knows how to celebrate! 🌟
📸: Village of Lincolnshire - Government

1. Red, White and Boom! in Village of Lincolnshire - Government
2. Village of Deerfield Family Days
3. Star Spangled Nights at Six Flags Great America/Hurricane Harbor
4. Village of Mundelein Community Days
5. Fourth of July Parade and Party in the Park in Village of Antioch, Illinois - Government
6. Village of Vernon Hills - Governmentth of July Parade and Fireworks


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The big weekend is finally here, and Lake County is pulling out all the stops for America's 250th birthday. Whether you are looking for classic hometown parades in Antioch and Vernon Hills, a multi-park festival in Lincolnshire, four days of carnival fun in Mundelein, or massive drone light displays...

🎆 Mark the nation's 250th birthday at Elawa Farm with an exclusive America 250 Celebration Dinner on July 3. Sip cocktai...
07/01/2026

🎆 Mark the nation's 250th birthday at Elawa Farm with an exclusive America 250 Celebration Dinner on July 3. Sip cocktails alongside patriotic goats, then settle in for a stunning multi-course Americana dinner by Chef Lee Kuebler — all set in the breathtaking Elawa gardens on a summer evening. 🥂
📸: Elawa Farm


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Join Elawa Farm and the City of Lake Forest as we celebrate America’s 250th with an elevated dinner set on the beautiful grounds of the farm. This exclusive evening will showcase refined Americana cuisine, featuring live outdoor cooking by Chef Lee Kuebler, while honoring the local farmers who are...

🍕 JJ Twig's Pizza & Pub - Wauconda has been serving up legendary double decker and thin crust pizzas, juicy burgers, win...
06/30/2026

🍕 JJ Twig's Pizza & Pub - Wauconda has been serving up legendary double decker and thin crust pizzas, juicy burgers, wings and pub favorites for over 30 years! 🍺 With a full bar, outdoor seating, summer volleyball leagues, a private party room and an all-you-can-eat pizza buffet Monday through Friday, there's always a reason to stop in.
📸: JJ Twig's Pizza & Pub - Wauconda


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JJ Twig's Pizza & Pub is a family-owned and operated restaurant that has been serving up delicious pizzas and pub favorites since 1991. Our menu features a wide range of items, including our famous double decker and thin crust pizzas, burgers, wings, sandwiches, and more. We have a full bar featurin...

🌽 This fall, the "World's Largest" Corn Maze at Richardson "World's Largest" Corn Maze in Spring Grove is going all out ...
06/30/2026

🌽 This fall, the "World's Largest" Corn Maze at Richardson "World's Largest" Corn Maze in Spring Grove is going all out for America's 250th birthday! The spectacular 28-acre maze features an American Eagle, Declaration of Independence signers, a 13-starred early American flag and fireworks bursting from a star emblazoned with "250." 🎆 Opening Sept. 12 — mark your calendars and get ready for 9.7 miles of patriotic adventure!
📸: Richardson "World's Largest" Corn Maze


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The featured attraction is the "World's Largest" Corn Maze, with 28 acres and 10.4 miles of trails. Explore the entire maze or just a short trail. Other attractions include: 50' tube slide, 50' tall observation tower, train, carousel, jumping pillows, pedal carts, pumpkin patches, corn crib, goat...

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5465 W Grand Avenue
Gurnee, IL
60031

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Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

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