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06/02/2026

Summer plans are made easy with Artslink North.☀️🎶 Keep it creative and memorable with live music, art, performances, festivals, and community events happening all season.

06/01/2026

🎶Summer nights don't get better than this! Live at the Lake returns to Paulus Park in Village of Lake Zurich with two spectacular evenings by the water. Kick off the season June 6 with Modern Day Romeos followed by a dazzling fireworks display! 🌟 Enjoy the magic of lakeside summer nights!
📸: Village of Lake Zurich


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Live at the Lake at Paulus Park in Lake Zurich introduces an exciting summer series featuring live entertainment, activities and memorable nights by the water.The series opens with Modern Day Romeos on Saturday, June 6, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. at the Paulus Park Band Shell, followed by a fireworks displa...

05/31/2026

🎡 Summer kicks off in style in Village of Antioch, Illinois - Government! The Taste of Summer Festival takes over downtown June 4-7 with four days of live music, carnival rides, delicious food vendors and unique shopping. 🎶 Whether you're riding the Ferris wheel or hunting for a one-of-a-kind find, this is the ultimate way to welcome summer in Lake County! Free and open to all.
📸 : Antioch Chamber of Commerce


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Antioch’s Taste of Summer Festival, the village’s largest annual event, will take place June 4–7, 2026. The four-day festival will feature live music, a variety of food vendors, carnival rides, unique exhibitors and shopping throughout Antioch.

05/30/2026

� May's Lake County Libations of the Month are raising the bar! Head to the Beer Garden at Independence Grove in Village of Libertyville, Illinois - Government for a stunning lakeside pint from eight local Libation Trail partners. Then uncork something extraordinary at Valentino Vineyards & Winery, where the award-winning White Port pairs perfectly with chocolate and fine cheese.
�: Lake County Forest Preserves and Valentino Vineyards & Winery
� https://www.visitlakecounty.org/libation-of-the-month


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05/29/2026

🌞 June in Lake County is pure magic! From Ravinia Festival's star-studded lineup and lakefront beach days to Pride celebrations in Celebrate Highwood, Father's Day adventures, road trips and more festivals than you can count — the land of lakes is buzzing all month long. 🌊


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Summer has officially arrived, and June in Lake County is absolutely stacked! From legendary nights at Ravinia and world-class coasters at Six Flags to sweet treats at Long Grove's Strawberry Fest, we've rounded up the top 10 ways to fill your calendar. Don't forget your camera—the ...

05/28/2026

🍺Lake County is closing out May in the best way possible! Sip, celebrate and splash into the season this weekend! 🌈
📸: Lake County Forest Preserves

1. Brews and Views and 5:01 Party at Lake County Forest Preserves's Beer Garden at Independence Grove with 95 WIIL ROCK in Libertyville
2. 4th Annual Spring Into Summer Fest at Tighthead Brewing Company in Village of Mundelein
3. Lakefront Beach Party and Bike Rodeo at Village of Fox Lake Parks and Recreation
4. Waukegan Pride Parade and Festival in City of Waukegan
5. Summer Fam Jam at Phase Three Brewing Company in Lake Zurich


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The weekend is here, and Lake County is serving up the perfect mix of community celebrations and family fun! From a star-studded Libation Trail tasting at Independence Grove to the vibrant energy of the Waukegan Pride Parade and an absolute paradise of bounce houses at Phase Three Brewing, your ulti...

05/27/2026

🏨 May's Hotel Spotlight of the Month is here and Lake County is delivering two standout stays worth every penny! Whether you're settling into the cozy comfort of Four Points by Sheraton Buffalo Grove or escaping to the stunning 175-acre Lincolnshire Marriott Resort, your perfect Lake County getaway is waiting! 💤
📸: Four Points by Sheraton Buffalo Grove and Lincolnshire Marriott Resort


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Recline and relax with a lavish overnight stay in the land of lakes. Here is your monthly showcase of Lake County's Hotel Spotlight of the Month

05/26/2026

🎸 "Let's Hang On: A Rock N' Soul Party" hits the Marriott Theatre stage June 1 and 2, featuring former stars of Jersey Boys and Under the Streetlamp. From "Sweet Caroline" to "Proud Mary," this high-energy night of retro hits is guaranteed to get you on your feet! 🎤
📸: Marriott Theatre


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A quartet of Broadway rockers promise to get your pulse pounding with high-octane hits! You're invited to party with former stars of Jersey Boys and PBS television's vocal-group sensation Under the Streetlamp. Kings of retro-rock Michael Ingersoll, Eric Gutman, John-Mark McGaha and John Michael Dia...

05/25/2026

❤️ Happy Memorial Day from Visit Lake County! Today, we pause to honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. Their courage and dedication will never be forgotten. From all of us in the land of lakes, we wish you a meaningful and peaceful Memorial Day. 🎖️


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05/24/2026

🏸Game on, Lake County! We're proud to welcome the Yonex SPBA Midwest Open Regional this Memorial Day Weekend the region's largest badminton tournament, taking over Shannon Pohl Badminton Academy in Village of Vernon Hills - Government and Stevenson High School in Village of Lincolnshire - Government. 568 players, 100+ coaches and 200+ volunteers are bringing the energy to the land of lakes! 🎉


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