Come out for some fun at The Grayslake Carnival! Taking place in the parking lot behind Village Hall off Whitney Street, there will be food, games, and rides for all ages!

Thursday & Friday, April 25th and 26th: 5 pm - 10 pm
Saturday, April 27th: 1 pm - 10 pm
Sunday, April 28th: 1 pm - 8 pm

Wristbands for the rides are $25 and are available Thursday 5 - 9 pm, Saturday 1 - 5 pm, and Sunday 1 - 5 pm.

129 Center Cut is now featuring live music every Friday night! Join them this Friday for The Ellingtwins out of Waukesha, WI. 6 pm - 9 pm.

Gunslingers is the brainchild of Lou Heneise. Her high and lonesome mountain mama vocal delivery croons insightful lyrics over an acoustic guitar, often accompanied by banjo, mandolin, bass, and fiddle. She delivers a dark, Americana, Folkgrass in the roots tradition.

Montana Suede is a soulful, pop-Americana singer-songwriter. Though a solo performer, he is a tour-de-force, filling every room, wailing powerful lyrics over dramatic blues licks, and masterful guitar work. His performance is riveting.

No cover charge.

Join This Old Book to celebrate Independent Bookstore Day and their 21-year anniversary! They have been a part of the Grayslake community for 21 years and hope to continue being a part of it for many more years to come!

This special day is an opportunity to put indie bookstores back in the center of the story. It's a way for them to show appreciation to their loyal and supportive customers. On April 27th, This Old Book will offer:

• Prizes

• Scavenger Hunts for both kids and adults

• Free literary stickers

• Photo tag giveaways

• Special signed books by local authors

• A special community wall

Visit the Grayslake Farmers Market on Saturdays from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm (April 13th - June 1st).

Stop by Beer Bazaar to try FREE tastings of Smoke Wagon Bourbon Whiskey from Nevada Distilling Co. out of Las Vegas, Nevada. The tasting is free, come enjoy and learn about an award winning distillery!

Come out for some fun at The Grayslake Carnival! Taking place in the parking lot behind Village Hall off Whitney Street, there will be food, games, and rides for all ages!

Thursday & Friday, April 25th and 26th: 5 pm - 10 pm
Saturday, April 27th: 1 pm - 10 pm
Sunday, April 28th: 1 pm - 8 pm

Wristbands for the rides are $25 and are available Thursday 5 - 9 pm, Saturday 1 - 5 pm, and Sunday 1 - 5pm.

The Jazzeros quartet offers a blend of funky, soul and jazz standards. Come out for a great show while enjoying your favorite food and brews at Light the Lamp Brewery! No cover charge. 

Join the Grayslake Lions Club for their Annual Pancake Breakfast at the Grayslake Fire Station from 7:30 am to noon.

Sometimes you need yoga. Sometimes you need a beer. Sometimes you need both! Join long-time yoga instructor and Beer Bazaar beertender Kristin for this ALL LEVEL flow class at Beer Bazaar! Drink before, during or after. Your choice. $20 includes 1 hour session with a $1 off any 5oz pour, $2 off any 10oz pour, and 10% OFF ALL bottles and cans to go! Bring your mat and get ready for a good time!

Come out for some fun at The Grayslake Carnival! Taking place in the parking lot behind Village Hall off Whitney Street, there will be food, games, and rides for all ages!

Thursday & Friday, April 25th and 26th: 5 pm - 10 pm
Saturday, April 27th: 1 pm - 10 pm
Sunday, April 28th: 1 pm - 8 pm

Wristbands for the rides are $25 and are available Thursday 5 - 9 pm, Saturday 1 - 5 pm, and Sunday 1 - 5 pm.

Beer Bazaar is hosting their weekly Vinyl Sundays with their staff spinning records for your enjoyment. Come hang with some friends while drinking a cold one. When you bring a vinyl to listen to, you’ll get a $1 off any size pour!

Healthy Kids Running Series is a five (5) week running program offered in the spring and fall for kids Pre-K through 8th grade. Each HKRS Series takes place once a week and offers age-appropriate running events.

If your child wants to try out a race and not sign up for all five, one-race signs up are available too on the day of each race! Just come by prior to the race start time (3:45 pm) and sign up for $20!

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Join the Lake County Folk Club for a casual opportunity to kick back, play some music and meet others. Come out to play or just listen. Members and non-members are always welcome. One of our friendly hosts will keep the ball rolling. 

It’s a casual no pressure opportunity to kick back, play some music and meet others.

Join Ultimate Girls Night Out IL at The Vine for a night of shopping with all your favorite vendors under one roof at their Spring Sip-N-Shop! Learn more by clicking here.

You got it dude! Beer Bazaar is playing 90s Sitcom Trivia this week. Come test your knowledge of 90s sitcoms like Fresh Prince, Home Improvement, The Nanny, Frasier, Blossom, and more! All teams who play all six rounds get 10% off their draft pours during trivia, with a chance to win a grand prize! As always, trivia at Beer Bazaar is free to play.

Gather with others to embrace family histories during the Grayslake Historical Society’s monthly Search & Share Genealogy discussion group in the Heritage Center Community Room at 2 pm.

Search & Share Genealogy takes place the first Wednesday of each month.

Join Light the Lamp Brewery for Thursday Trivia! The fun begins at 7 pm! Free to play!

Come out for a night of live music featuring Mia Hart & Bill Vaananen at 129 Center Cut! Mia and Bill will feature a variety of jazz and swing music, along with modern pop hits.

Tight harmony, guitar and bass duo. On Air features songs by The Eagles, Poco, The Beatles, Van Morrison, Bob Seegar, CSNY, and a LOT of other pages from the Americana songbook. Songs you know, and more importantly, songs you like.

Pow!! Bang!!! Kaboom!! Get free comics at the library!!!

The Grayslake Library is a location that participates in Free Comic Book Day. There will be a selection of comics from kids to teen rating that you can pick from to take home and keep. Stop in the teen room or up in the youth department to grab some free comics on Free Comic Book Day, while supplies last.

Learn more!

Visit the Grayslake Farmers Market on Saturdays from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm (April 13th - June 1st).

Art! Comedy!! Lasers!!! See this one-of-a-kind laser show improvised with suggestions from the audience.

This event is for individuals in Grade 4 and up. Learn more and register here!

Join the Grayslake Arts Alliance for their annual MayFest event! There will be a variety of offerings this year including a make-and-take activity tied to the “Postmarked: Grayslake 60030” exhibit at the Heritage Center where you can create your own stamps and send mail art to friends and family. There will also be music, author readings, and art.

After MayFest, head over to Beer Bazaar to enjoy a Meet and Greet with Grayslake Arts Alliance featured artist, Frank Fitzgerald, whose art is on display there during April and May. More details to come!

Join Grayslake Arts Alliance member Frank Fitzgerald at his Artist Meet & Greet on Saturday, May 4 from 3 - 6 pm. There will be space related drinks and snacks available for purchase against a background of space related movies and Frank will be working on his next "out of this world" painting in person! Frank's vibrant cosmic collection of art is currently on display and for sale at Beer Bazaar.

The objective of the Featured Artist series is to increase awareness and appreciation of the arts in the Village of Grayslake and its surrounding area.

Saturday’s live music at Light the Lamp Brewery features Honeybee3 Trio. They’ll be playing country, oldies and bluegrass with sweet harmonies, guitar, and fiddle.

Join Blush Boutique & Spa for Moms and Margs!

They will have fun snacks and free margaritas to celebrate the moms we love AND Cinco de Mayo!

They will offer $10 off brow waxes, and 50% off custom spray tans- no appointment needed. There will also be a boutique sidewalk sale featuring items 30%-70% off.

Come meet their new nurse practitioner that will be offering Botox and complimentary consultations!

Event will be from 11 am - 3 pm.

Learn more!

Come out to Bombshell Beauty & Lash Bar AND Sienna Lifestyle for their Annual Mother’s Day Event. Complimentary drinks, grazing board, and desserts along with a variety of vendors moms and daughters are sure to love!

Call 847-986-4141 to schedule any of the following specialty services:

• Bombshell Beauty’s: Complimentary Express Dermaplane

• Prestige Aesthetics: Botox | Dysport | B12 & Lipotropic

Note: Locations include both Sienna Lifestyle (123 Center Street) and Bombshell Beauty & Lash Bar (136 Center Street).

Healthy Kids Running Series is a five (5) week running program offered in the spring and fall for kids Pre-K through 8th grade. Each HKRS Series takes place once a week and offers age-appropriate running events.

If your child wants to try out a race and not sign up for all five, one-race signs up are available too on the day of each race! Just come by prior to the race start time (3:45 pm) and sign up for $20!

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Join the Lake County Folk Club for Open Stage. Sign up begins at 6 pm and music starts at 6:30 pm.

Note: Open Stage usually takes place the second Sunday of each month. It was moved to the first Sunday in honor of Mother’s Day on the second Sunday of May.

Join The Vine to explore the world of Tequila & Rum. They will be tasting out over two dozen tequila and rums from around the world with knowledgeable tasters to answer any questions. The event will take place on their outdoor patio and will be moved indoors if weather permits.

Tickets are $30 a ticket and are available at:

https://events.beerfests.com/e/tequila-rum-tasting

Join Scott Kenemore – best-selling author of Zombie-in-Chief: Eater of the Free World and Zombie Illinois – on a rollicking tour of the zombie’s origins in Haitian mysticism through its evolutions in pop culture to the ravenous zombies of today. Fun (and appropriate) for all ages! Kenemore has previously presented at numerous colleges and universities and at top fan conventions like San Diego Comic Con and Chicago Comic Con.

Learn more and register here!

Drop by the Grayslake Area Public Library and energize your style! Revamp materials into distinctive accessories. Bring your pieces, unleash creativity with our tools, and craft new, exciting jewelry.

Learn more here!

Grayslake Central High School (GCHS) is hosting a community wide event to help fundraise for GCHS Student Council. They will have food trucks, big games, music, and a dunk tank! Come out and join in on the fun AND help a local school!

The Grayslake Historical Society is hosting an upcoming program - “Grayslake Stories”. After all, everyone loves a story. Come out and listen to Grayslake stories as lived by Grayslake residents. There will be stories about people, places and events shared by people who have worked and volunteered in the community.

Come celebrate with the Grayslake Area Public Library! This themed event will be filled with stories, games, songs, and a Cinco de Mayo craft for all to enjoy!

Learn more and register here!

Join Light the Lamp Brewery for Thursday Trivia! The fun begins at 7 pm! Free to play!

Join the Chapin Jazz X-tet for Jazz Night at 129 Center Cut on Friday, April 19th from 6 pm - 9 pm. This month they'll be featuring tunes by Pat Metheny and Chick Corea, jazz standards from all eras, and some of their originals.

Bill Chapin on keys, Paul Nielsen on bass, Jim Richardson on drums, and Dave Ness on guitar.

Timeless Ideals is a 2-piece rock band out of Chicago covering 90’s bands such as the Barenaked Ladies, Goo Goo Dolls, Foo Fighters, Nirvana and other timeless bands and artists. They bring humor and a fun energy to every gig, making sure each show is a memorable experience.

Visit the Grayslake Farmers Market on Saturdays from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm (April 13th - June 1st).

Grab your helmet and pedal on over to the Grayslake Village Hall to go through multiple stations about bicycle safety! Geared towards kids 10 and under, our Bike Rodeo is meant to teach kids how to safely start, brake, be aware of their surroundings and check their helmets, as well as inform them about general cycling etiquette.

The Bike Rodeo rotations begin at 12:00 and 1:00 PM.

Parents and kids will be entertained by the Wheelmen, an organization that rides High Wheel bikes from the 1800s!

This event is FREE but please register on https://GrayslakeBikeRodeo.eventbrite.com to receive your confirmation email and time slot!

Thank you to the Bicycle Club of Lake County!

StanDard Jazz Project is coming to Light the Lamp Brewery! These veterans of the Chicagoland jazz scene have been playing in Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin since 2014. They bring energy, talent and fun in a show packed with jazz standards from the ‘40s to today, with a few surprises thrown in. No cover charge. 

Check out live music on The Vine’s patio May 11th! Chris Calhoun will be covering your favorites from all genres from the 60s forward. Swing by to hear some great music!

Treat Mom to an unforgettable Mother's Day experience at Romney Brown Candle Co! Join them for a day of candle crafting bliss where every purchase comes with a complimentary mimosa to enhance the creative flow. Spots are filling up fast, so secure your appointment in advance to ensure a seat at the crafting table.

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129 Center Cut is hosting their “Gettin Out of Bardstown Bourbon & Beer Dinner” featuring an evening of whiskey exploration and specialty regional sliders to pair. $65 per person. Reserve your spot by calling 847-986-6872.

Join Light the Lamp Brewery for Thursday Trivia! The fun begins at 7 pm! Free to play!

Come out to the Grayslake Area Public Library May 17th - 19th for the Friends of the Library Book Sale. A variety of genres will be available.

Check out Yellow Roses playing at Light the Lamp Brewery - an acoustic, folk/rock, guitar-playing, harmony-loving duo!

The Grayslake Greenery Garden Club will be hosting their annual Plant Sale in the parking lot next to Grayslake Village Hall on Saturday, May 18th. There will be a wide assortment of plants available including homegrown perennials, annuals, vegetables and tropical plants. Cash and check only.

Visit the Grayslake Farmers Market on Saturdays from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm (April 13th - June 1st).

Come out to the Grayslake Area Public Library May 17th - 19th for the Friends of the Library Book Sale. A variety of genres will be available.

Light the Lamp’s Saturday live music features 65 North Pickers, a three-piece bluegrass/jamgrass band from Kentucky!

Support Jeeps4Vets Foundation for the third annual “Remember the 22” fundraising event the begins in Libertyville and ends in the downtown Grayslake Village Center at noon.

Come out and see several dozen jeeps decked out and lined up down Center Street. There will also be vendors, music and raffles!

Learn more here.

Come out to the Grayslake Area Public Library May 17th - 19th for the Friends of the Library Book Sale. A variety of genres will be available.

Join the Lake County Folk Club for their May acoustic concert featuring Katie Oats.

Drawing inspiration from a wide variety of genres and eras, Katie’s songs resonate with the yearning for connection: the magic of childhood, celebrating old friends and life itself. Her songs invite us to discover our best selves and create deeper, more humane relationships with others.

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Join 129 Center Cut for BBQ, Brews & Live Tunes!

Featuring BBQ favorites including brisket, BBQ ribs, hot wings, roasted chicken, cornbread, coleslaw, corn on the cob, baked beans & mac ‘n cheese and brews from Half Acre, Founders, and the Mom & Dad Water Cos, there will be plenty of food and drink to enjoy! AND, catch live music from Tim Gleason and Phil Roach during the event!

Reserve you spot on Open Table!

Murder, mayhem, and mail, fans of true crime will not want to miss the Grayslake Heritage Center & Musuem’s series, Mail-icious Crimes. There have been two programs over the last two months which have detailed local and regional history of how people used the mail to commit everything from local scandals to high profile heists. Each month, a different presenter has come and given a presentation on one of the crimes covered in this series. It’s now time for the third, and final program in the series - focused on a female serial killer.

La Porte, Indiana County Historian Bruce Johnson will be showing his documentary The Gunness Mystery and open a Q&A about the most prolific female serial killer in the United States.

Join Light the Lamp Brewery for Thursday Trivia! The fun begins at 7 pm! Free to play!

Singer-songwriter Ailani Pedroza will be at Light the Lamp Brewery for a night of live music!

At the Grayslake Area Public Library, they strive to provide inclusive experiences for all individuals. People of all ages and abilities including, but not limited, to those on the autism spectrum, are welcome and encouraged to participate in our sensory-inclusive programs. The event features everything available during regular hours as well as an opportunity to access the library’s resources in a quiet and sensory friendly environment. The lights will be dimmed and there will be quiet spaces available for anyone who might need them, in addition, there will be sensory activities available in The Hub and Youth Program Room. Sensory Friendly Hour is also a space for families and caregivers to network, share community resources, and develop trust.

Visit the Grayslake Farmers Market on Saturdays from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm (April 13th - June 1st).

Saturday’s live music at Light the Lamp Brewery features Hollow Down & Gunslingers.

Hollow Down is a genre-fluid enigma. They've been described "as if Tom Waits took acid and played bluegrass with a punk rock band”; throw in some Spaghetti Western flavor and a lot of heavy rhythm, and you’re getting close. The band formed in 2013 in Arcata, CA to explore a different take on blues, folk and good ol’ greasy garage rock, and have evolved into a juggernaut of haunting rhythms, darkly relatable lyrics and musical twists.

Gunslingers is the brainchild of Lou Heneise. Her high and lonesome mountain mama vocal delivery croons insightful lyrics over an acoustic guitar, often accompanied by banjo, mandolin, bass, and fiddle. She delivers a dark, Americana, Folkgrass in the roots tradition.

Come out for a night of live piano music by Stu “The Piano Guy”! He is known for playing hundreds of covers, making for a fun and memorable night where it’s easy to sing along!

Join the Lake County Folk Club for a casual opportunity to kick back, play some music and meet others. Come out to play or just listen. Members and non-members are always welcome. One of our friendly hosts will keep the ball rolling. 

It’s a casual no pressure opportunity to kick back, play some music and meet others.

Grayslake will hold its annual Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony on Monday, May 29th. The parade will step-off at 9:30 am near the Grayslake Central High School parking lot on Lake Street and travel south on Lake Street to Junior Avenue and east to Memorial Park. The service will be held immediately following the parade.

BarFly was born from the legendary Chicagoland party cover band ABU, which has been rocking the world for over 20 years, as Dave and Johnny make up 2/5 of that immortal group. These 2 life-long friends created BarFly as an aside from ABU, to give the world a taste of their kinder, gentler, musical side, and obscure on-stage banter. Don't miss as opportunity to witness the phenomenon known as BarFly!

The “Movies Off Center" outdoor theater series is BACK for the summer by popular demand!

The 70s and 80s called and they want you to visit these classic Gen X films!

Bring a chair to Centennial Plaza, at the corner of Center and Whitney Streets, and enjoy your favorite food from Grayslake restaurants as you relive (or discover) the Gen X experience of the movie “The Goonies” for FREE.

The movie will begin at dusk.

Visit the Grayslake Farmers Market on Saturdays from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm (April 13th - June 1st).

Members from Bluegrass group, 65 North Pickers, will be hosting an acoustic tribute to The Grateful Dead. If you’re a Deadhead or just a lover of live music, this will surely be a great night out!

Spark your child's creativity at Romney Brown Candle Company’s Candle Crafting Camp! 🕯️🍕 Kiddos 6+ can get the full package: from crafting their very own candle to a joyous pizza party and lively games, ending with a special t-shirt to take home along with your candle. All materials included, just bring their bright smiles! 🌟 Sessions start this summer in June on the first Monday of each month (unless they sell out, then they will add more dates).

Click “View Event” to get more details!

Spark your child's creativity at Romney Brown Candle Company’s Candle Crafting Camp! 🕯️🍕 Kiddos 6+ can get the full package: from crafting their very own candle to a joyous pizza party and lively games, ending with a special t-shirt to take home along with your candle. All materials included, just bring their bright smiles! 🌟 Sessions start this summer in June on the first Monday of each month (unless they sell out, then they will add more dates).

Click “View Event” to get more details!

Join the Grayslake Area Public Library for a special event with Dr. Temple Grandin, one of the world’s most accomplished and well-known adults with autism. Dr. Grandin has been at the forefront of research and activism for autism and neurodiversity for decades.

Register for Zoom at home.

Search and Share Genealogy takes place on the first Wednesday of every month. Share your genealogy triumphs and stumbling blocks with the Grayslake Historical Society. Free and open to the public.

Save the date for the Grayslake Area Chamber of Commerce’s annual Arts Festival & Wine Tasting! Enjoy artwork by numerous artists in a variety of mediums and try different wines from the surrounding area. More details to come!

It’s time to kick off summer with 129 Center Cut! They are hosting a crawfish boil with live music from 65 North Pickers! Get ready for hot jambalaya, po’ boys, and more! Stay tuned for more details and reserve your spot by visiting Open Table!

Save the date for the Grayslake Craft Beer Festival! It is an afternoon for lovers of craft beer - whether you're an aficionado or an amateur, there is something for everyone!

21+ event.

More details to come!

Share a portion of your work-in-progress with other writers. All levels of experience are welcome. Come visit and see what we're all about.

The Grayslake Arts Alliance, in partnership with local authors, will host its second annual AuthorFest! This event will bring together local authors, readers, & aspiring writers. Stay tuned for more details.

Save the Date for a day/night of family fun at the annual Taste of Grayslake Family Picnic & Fireworks presented by the Grayslake Park District! More information will be available closer to the date.

Spark your child's creativity at Romney Brown Candle Company’s Candle Crafting Camp! 🕯️🍕 Kiddos 6+ can get the full package: from crafting their very own candle to a joyous pizza party and lively games, ending with a special t-shirt to take home along with your candle. All materials included, just bring their bright smiles! 🌟 Sessions start this summer in June on the first Monday of each month (unless they sell out, then they will add more dates).

Click “View Event” to get more details!

Spark your child's creativity at Romney Brown Candle Company’s Candle Crafting Camp! 🕯️🍕 Kiddos 6+ can get the full package: from crafting their very own candle to a joyous pizza party and lively games, ending with a special t-shirt to take home along with your candle. All materials included, just bring their bright smiles! 🌟 Sessions start this summer in June on the first Monday of each month (unless they sell out, then they will add more dates).

Click “View Event” to get more details!

Search and Share Genealogy takes place on the first Wednesday of every month. Share your genealogy triumphs and stumbling blocks with the Grayslake Historical Society. Free and open to the public.

Join the Grayslake Area Chamber of Commerce for the annual Grayslake 5k Family Fun Run and Walk!

Kids Fun Run begins at 7:30 am
5K begins at 8:00 am

Register here!

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Save the Date for the Grayslake Greenery Garden Club’s Inaugural Garden Walk! More details to follow!

Join the Grayslake Area Chamber of Grayslake for Grayslake Summer Nights Battle of the Bands! Check out entertainment, food and beverage, kids’ activities and more! More information to come.

Spark your child's creativity at Romney Brown Candle Company’s Candle Crafting Camp! 🕯️🍕 Kiddos 6+ can get the full package: from crafting their very own candle to a joyous pizza party and lively games, ending with a special t-shirt to take home along with your candle. All materials included, just bring their bright smiles! 🌟 Sessions start this summer in June on the first Monday of each month (unless they sell out, then they will add more dates).

Click “View Event” to get more details!

Spark your child's creativity at Romney Brown Candle Company’s Candle Crafting Camp! 🕯️🍕 Kiddos 6+ can get the full package: from crafting their very own candle to a joyous pizza party and lively games, ending with a special t-shirt to take home along with your candle. All materials included, just bring their bright smiles! 🌟 Sessions start this summer in June on the first Monday of each month (unless they sell out, then they will add more dates).

Click “View Event” to get more details!

Join the Grayslake Area Chamber of Commerce for Grayslake Summer Days! Live music, food, rides, games, pie eating contests, Bingo, and more! More details to come!

Join the Grayslake Area Chamber of Commerce for Grayslake Summer Days! Live music, food, rides, games, pie eating contests, Bingo, and more! More details to come.

Save the Date for The Vine’s 15th Annual Bourbon & Beer Festival! This fun, fall extravaganza will feature live bands, food vendors, cigars, breweries and different types of whiskey!

Save the date to bring the kids to Central Park for an evening of Halloween fun! Pumpkin Fest, hosted by the Grayslake Park District features Halloween games, moon walks, costume contests, a Halloween character path and more!

More information to come closer to the date.

Join the Grayslake Chamber of Commerce for their annual Business Trick or Treat on the streets of Historic Downtown Grayslake! Local businesses will be passing out candy to trick-or-treaters. Wear your costumes and enjoy FREE family fun!

Join the Grayslake Area Chamber of Commerce for the annual Festival of Lights & Holiday Market! Enjoy the family fun that kicks off the holiday season on the day after Thanksgiving! See the lights and experience all the great event offerings!