Event Calendar
See what’s happening in the Village Center

Grayslake Heritage Center & Museum’s Exhibits
The Grayslake Heritage Center & Museum features multiple exhibition galleries, a community room, archives and collections storage. It also incorporates the original Village Hall, a former one-room school house moved to the site and expanded in 1895.
Visit the Heritage Center Wednesdays - Saturdays. For the specific hours and current exhibit information, click “View Event” below.

Rooted in Reading: Summer Challenge
Join the Grayslake Area Public Library for their Rooted in Reading Summer Reading Challenge!
Read for 30 days this summer and explore themes of gardening, healthy living, sustainability, and growth. From June to August, track your reading, try fun activities, attend programs, and earn prizes like a free t-shirt for signing up and a free book when you complete the challenge. Log your reading and you’ll be entered into a weekly gift card drawing! Sign up on the Beanstack app or visit the library for a paper reading log.
Learn more!

Hive to Table Tasting
Drop-In at the Grayslake Area Public Library and catch the buzz! Sample a variety of honey-themed treats, learn sweet facts about this golden goodness, and cast your vote for the ultimate honey favorite. Fun for all ages!

Summer Farmers Market
CANCELLED DUE TO EXCESSIVE HEAT FORECASTED.
Visit the Grayslake Farmers Market on Wednesdays from 3 pm - 7 pm (June 4th - September 24th).
Enjoy an outdoor shopping experience in the historic downtown Grayslake Village Center that offers farm fresh and prepared foods, arts and crafts, music, children’s activities and more!

Farmers Market Tasting: Scorched Earth Brewing
Swing by beautiful Grayslake and peruse one of the best Farmers Markets in Lake County. When you are done, brave the deliciousness! Enjoy a free tasting from Scorched Earth Brewing at Beer Bazaar’s taproom. Come try their bold and flavorful beers.

Live Music: Pendulum Hearts @ The Vine
Check out live music on the patio at The Vine Martini and Wine Bar on Wednesday, July 23rd featuring Pendulum Hearts.
They bring a unique sound of Western Swing, Jazz Manouche and Rockabilly that you won’t want to miss!

Live Music: Terry Byrne @ Emil's Tavern on Center
Emil’s Tavern on Center is welcoming back Chicago-based singer/songwriter Terry Byrne once again! Byrne plays an assortment of music including Americana, Country, Irish, Folk, and Rock. Come check out his sounds on the patio July 23rd!

Sip and Spelling Bee
Buzz on over to Beer Bazaar bottle shop and taproom on Thursday, July 24th, from 6 pm - 8 pm for a night of brainy (and boozy!) fun! Prepare to belt, bespeak, and maybe even bumble a little at our ultimate adult spelling bee! Think your spelling skills are the bee's knees? Now's your chance to prove it! Gather your hive (teams of up to 3 people welcome!) and compete for bragging rights and some sweet honey-related prizes - including some mead from Nader's personal collection of award-winning Zymarium Meadery!

Thursday Trivia @ 129 Center Cut
Come by 129 Center Cut for Trivia Nights on Thursdays in their bar area! Get in on trivia that's free to play, with prizes to win. While you're there, enjoy delicious food and drink specials!

Karaoke Night
Come out for a night of Karaoke at Charlie’s! Bring your energy, favorite song, and your crew for a night of music and fun!
It takes place every Thursday from 9 pm - 12:30 am!

Science Heroes: Adventures of the Missing Color
Join the Grayslake Area Public Library for an exciting, hands-on science adventure! Perfect for school-aged learners. Register children only—parents welcome to attend!

Grayslake Summer Nights
Join the Grayslake Area Chamber of Commerce for Grayslake Summer Nights Battle of the Bands! Check out entertainment, food and beverage, kids’ activities and more!
Click “View Event” to check out the full musical lineup!

Live Music: Me with You
Check out live music featuring Stu the Piano Guy on piano and Scott Beardsley on drums. Two super fun musicians serving up a variety of songs!

Bend & Brew Yoga
Sometimes you need yoga. Sometimes you need a beer. Sometimes you need both! Join Trillium Yoga instructor and Beer Bazaar beertender Kristin for our monthly 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!

Hip-Hop Sundays
Join Andy’s Records in the store once a month as they break out the ones and twos for some coffee, beats and vibes. They will spin some of their favorite hip-hop albums over coffee and pastries with the occasional pop-in performance from local DJs or MCs. Free, all ages.

Pilates & Prosecco + Acai Bowls
Sienna Lifestyle teaming up with Club Pilates Gurnee and Teeko’s Bowls again for the ultimate Sunday reset with an extra delicious twist!
Here’s what to expect:
A killer Pilates class
A bubbly post-sweat sip
A small açaí bowl to keep the glow going
Click “View Event” for more details!

Vinyl Sundays @ Beer Bazaar
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!

Concerts in the Park
The Grayslake Park District is hosting their free Concerts in the Parks again this summer at the Central Park Performance Pavilion.
Come out and enjoy a summer evening with family, friends, and community!

Song Circle at The Lake County Folk Club
The Lake County Folk Club will host their monthly Song Circle beginning at 6:30 pm.
Come out to play or just listen. Members and non-members are always welcome. One of their friendly hosts will keep the ball rolling.
This is a casual, no pressure opportunity to kick back, play some music and meet others. The participants form a circle, and each one in turn can choose to play a song or politely pass. It’s a chance to lead songs or to join in with others. They keep moving around the circle until it’s time to call it a night.

Pokémon Walk
Pick up your Pokémon Walk map at the Grayslake Area Public Library, explore Central Park, and catch 'em all! Don’t miss Pikachu’s character meet-and-greet from 2:30 - 3:30pm!

Tuesday Trivia @ Beer Bazaar: General Topics
This week’s trivia at Beer Bazaar is General Topics. Questions range from music, sports, movies, riddles, and more. Free to play, prizes to win! All teams who play all six rounds get 10% off their draft pours during trivia. As always, trivia at Beer Bazaar is free to play!

BINGO @ Emil's Tavern on Center
Looking for some weeknight fun? Come out to Emil's Tavern on Center for BINGO on Tuesday nights beginning at 8 pm! Enjoy food, drinks and BINGO games!

Summer Farmers Market
Visit the Grayslake Farmers Market on Wednesdays from 3 pm - 7 pm (June 4th - September 24th).
Enjoy an outdoor shopping experience in the historic downtown Grayslake Village Center that offers farm fresh and prepared foods, arts and crafts, music, children’s activities and more!

Farmers Market Tasting: Pilot Project Brewing
Swing by beautiful Grayslake and peruse one of the best Farmers Markets in Lake County. When you are done, experience something new! Stop by Beer Bazaar’s taproom for a free tasting event showcasing the exciting and experimental beers of Pilot Project Brewing and their subsequent brands such as Azadi, Brewers Kitchen, Funkytown, Standard Goods and more!

Andy’s Records Vinyl Listening Club
Each month, Andy’s Records gathers to listen to and dissect a selected vinyl album with a group of like-minded music lovers over snacks and drinks (BYOB). They encourage you to listen in any way you can ahead of the meeting and be prepared to participate in a casual discussion about the album.
Admission is $10.
Click “View Event” to learn more.

Live Music: JiMarth @ Emil’s Tavern on Center
Come out for a night of live music with JiMarth at Emil’s Tavern on Center. JiMarth covers an alt-country-vibe through bands such as John Prine, Tyler Childers, Wood Brothers, and Zac Brown to name a few.

An Introduction to the East Asian Garden
Understand the beauty, symbolism, and cultural history of East Asian gardens—featuring examples from Chicago’s Japanese Garden and Chinatown’s Ping Tom Park.

Thursday Trivia @ 129 Center Cut
Come by 129 Center Cut for Trivia Nights on Thursdays in their bar area! Get in on trivia that's free to play, with prizes to win. While you're there, enjoy delicious food and drink specials!

Library After Dark: Moon Over Grayslake
Uncover the wonders of the night sky—moon, stars, and planets—through telescopes provided by the Lake County Astronomical Society. Bring blankets, chairs, and snacks for stargazing fun!

Free Children's Performances: Science Heroes Show
The Grayslake Park District is once again hosting FREE Children’s Performances on a select Friday each month this summer! Join them at the Central Park Performance Pavilion for an entertaining show that you children will love!

Movies Off Center: “Ghostbusters”
EVENT POSTPONED FROM MAY 30TH.
Who you gonna call? GHOSTBUSTERS! Come get your picture with the Windy City Ghostbusters, sponsored by Doppler Audio. Bring a chair to set up at Centennial Plaza, corner of Center & Whitney, grab some dinner from your favorite Grayslake restaurants, and enjoy this classic Gen X movie under the stars. Movie begins at dusk.

DIY Mini Zen Garden
Create a peaceful, tabletop Zen garden with rocks, gravel, and sand. Families will receive supplies and an instructional video to inspire their designs. Supplies are limited!

"Pack the Jeep" Food Drive
A local Grayslake student is hosting a “Pack the Jeep” event on Sunday, August 3rd from 10 am – 12 pm in Gelatin Park. All donations will benefit Avon Cares Food Pantry which provides essential food and supplies to local families in need. Your generosity will help make a difference!
Please consider donating non-perishable food items. Every donation, big or small, helps feed our neighbors.

Vinyl Sundays @ Beer Bazaar
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!

National Night Out
Join the Grayslake Park District and the Village of Grayslake Police Department for their first-ever National Night Out on Tuesday, August 5th in Central Park. Tour police vehicles, meet comfort dog Jake, play fun games, watch drone demonstrations, and more! National Child ID Program kits will be available while supplies last.
In the event of bad weather, please call the Grayslake Park District weather line at (847) 223-7246.
FREE and no registration required.

Tuesday Trivia @ Beer Bazaar
This week’s trivia at Beer Bazaar is General Topics. Questions range from music, sports, movies, riddles, and more. Free to play, prizes to win! All teams who play all six rounds get 10% off their draft pours during trivia. As always, trivia at Beer Bazaar is free to play!

Grayslake Arts Alliance Writers’ Group
Find your writing community. Share your work in progress with a supportive group of local writers. All genres and levels of experience are welcome to attend.

Outdoor Concert: Mr. Myers Band
Back by popular demand, Mr. Myers Band is bringing the Caribbean Rock to Grayslake. Grab dinner and take your chair to Centennial Plaza, corner of Center & Whitney Streets, or just dance to the Calypso music.
This event is brought to you by the Grayslake Heritage Center & Museum.

BINGO @ Emil's Tavern on Center
Looking for some weeknight fun? Come out to Emil's Tavern on Center for BINGO on Tuesday nights beginning at 8 pm! Enjoy food, drinks and BINGO games!

Search & Share Genealogy
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. This discussion group is for all levels of experience in doing family history research. The research can be on a local or international level.
Free and open to all levels of family history seekers.

Summer Farmers Market
Visit the Grayslake Farmers Market on Wednesdays from 3 pm - 7 pm (June 4th - September 24th).
Enjoy an outdoor shopping experience in the historic downtown Grayslake Village Center that offers farm fresh and prepared foods, arts and crafts, music, children’s activities and more!

Live Music: Retrojet
Come by Emil’s Tavern on Center for a night of live music featuring Retrojet!
Grab some food and stay for music!
RETROJET is a cover band playing iconic rock classics, the power pop hits, and the one hit wonders from the 1960s, 1970s, 1980s, 1990s and 2000s.

Game Night @ Beer Bazaar
Between June and August, join Beer Bazaar on the FIRST THURSDAY of every month for a night of tabletop games! Stop by anytime between 5 - 9 pm and learn how to play a new game from a local game expert. Feel free to also bring a game, bring a friend, and/or make a new friend. Enjoy a fresh tasty drink on tap, or choose anything on the retail side to drink while playing (including non-alcoholic drinks and craft sodas).

Featured Artist Meet & Greet: Kirsten Tillich
Come out for an artsy evening with Grayslake Arts Alliance member Kirsten Tillich for her Featured Artist Meet & Greet at Beer Bazaar Bottle Shop & Taproom!
View Kirsten's vibrant works of art on display and available for sale and chat with the artist herself. There is a story behind each of her bold art pieces!
Kirsten's Meet & Greet also coincides with Beer Bazaar's weekly Game Night event with a twist. The featured games will be art related. Grab some friends (or make some new ones) over a game of Broken & Beautiful, Azul, Patchwork and more!
Click “View Event” to learn more!

Thursday Trivia @ 129 Center Cut
Come by 129 Center Cut for Trivia Nights on Thursdays in their bar area! Get in on trivia that's free to play, with prizes to win. While you're there, enjoy delicious food and drink specials!

Karaoke Night
Come out for a night of Karaoke at Charlie’s! Bring your energy, favorite song, and your crew for a night of music and fun!
It takes place every Thursday from 9 pm - 12:30 am!

Global Gourmet: Japan
Konnichiwa, young explorers! Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Japan through fun facts, tasty food, and hands-on activities—plus, make a delicious Japanese recipe to enjoy!
Click “View Event” to learn more!

Behind the Marvel Ink with Jerry DeCaire
Meet Marvel comic book artist Jerry DeCaire for a live drawing demo that reveals the fascinating connections between math and art. Watch creativity and geometry come to life right before your eyes!
Click 'View Event” for more details and to register.

Live Music: Chapin Jazz X-tet @ 129 Center Cut
Join the Chapin Jazz X-tet for jazz night at 129 Center Cut on Friday, August 8th from 6 - 9 pm. Enjoy a sizzling steak along with a mix of Latin, swing, funk, contemporary and original jazz tunes.
Bill Chapin on keys, Dave Ness on guitar, Paul Nielsen on bass, and Jim Richardson on drums.
Reserve a table at opentable.com or 847-986-6872.

Movies Off Center: “E.T.”
It’s time for another Movies Off Center feature film!
Bring your family and friends to Centennial Plaza, corner of Center & Whitney, along with a chair, and get ready to watch “ET” under the starts.
Grab some dinner from your favorite Grayslake restaurants, and enjoy this classic family movie which begins at dusk.

Live Music: John Babin
Come by Emil’s Tavern on Center for a night of live music featuring John Babin who will be playing a wide variety of songs you know!
Grab some food and stay for music!
John Babin is an award winning world Touring live musician, recording artist, songwriter, singer, guitarist, and multi-instrumentalist.

Live Music: Stu the Piano Guy @ The Vine
Stu and Piano Guy returns to The Vine Martini & Wine bar Saturday, August 9th for a fun night with Stu on the piano playing all your favorite songs! Get your requests ready and come for a fun night of music and sing-alongs!

Vinyl Sundays @ Beer Bazaar
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!

Lake County Folk Club Open Stage
Join the Lake County Folk Club for Open Stage. Sign up begins at 6 pm and music starts at 6:30 pm.
Anyone who would like to perform is encouraged to do so. Non-performing listeners are always encouraged, and will be pleasantly surprised with the diverse musical styles represented.
The first 12 performers get to do two songs (no more than ten minutes total). After the 1st 12, they will fit in as many one-song performers as time allows. Things get wrapped up at 8:30. Suggested donation is $3.

Concerts in the Park
The Grayslake Park District is hosting their free Concerts in the Parks again this summer at the Central Park Performance Pavilion.
Come out and enjoy a summer evening with family, friends, and community!

Tuesday Trivia @ Beer Bazaar
This week’s trivia at Beer Bazaar is General Topics. Questions range from music, sports, movies, riddles, and more. Free to play, prizes to win! All teams who play all six rounds get 10% off their draft pours during trivia. As always, trivia at Beer Bazaar is free to play!

BINGO @ Emil's Tavern on Center
Looking for some weeknight fun? Come out to Emil's Tavern on Center for BINGO on Tuesday nights beginning at 8 pm! Enjoy food, drinks and BINGO games!

Grayslake Senior Activity Center Annual Rummage Sale
Join the Grayslake Senior Activity Center, located at 50 Library Lane, for their Annual Rummage Sale! Find housewares, clothing, electronics, knickknacks, and more!
Stop out Thursday, Friday, or Saturday, August 13th - 15th and see what kind of treasures you can find! Your purchases help support the Grayslake Senior Activity Center.

Summer Farmers Market
Visit the Grayslake Farmers Market on Wednesdays from 3 pm - 7 pm (June 4th - September 24th).
Enjoy an outdoor shopping experience in the historic downtown Grayslake Village Center that offers farm fresh and prepared foods, arts and crafts, music, children’s activities and more!

Yoga with Ms. Mrunal
Stretch, move, and have fun in this kid-friendly yoga class! No experience needed—just comfy clothes and a mat or towel. Drop-in for ages 5 - 12.

Live Music: JiMarth @ Emil’s Tavern on Center
Come out for a night of live music with JiMarth at Emil’s Tavern on Center. JiMarth covers an alt-country-vibe through bands such as John Prine, Tyler Childers, Wood Brothers, and Zac Brown to name a few.

Grayslake Senior Activity Center Annual Rummage Sale
Join the Grayslake Senior Activity Center, located at 50 Library Lane, for their Annual Rummage Sale! Find housewares, clothing, electronics, knickknacks, and more!
Stop out Thursday, Friday, or Saturday, August 13th - 15th and see what kind of treasures you can find! Your purchases help support the Grayslake Senior Activity Center.

Thursday Trivia @ 129 Center Cut
Come by 129 Center Cut for Trivia Nights on Thursdays in their bar area! Get in on trivia that's free to play, with prizes to win. While you're there, enjoy delicious food and drink specials!

15-Page Book Club
Join Beer Bazaar’s very own 15-Page Book Club, every second Thursday of the month from 7 pm - 9 pm. All genres welcome, come chat with fellow readers about your current literary adventures. After a book is shared, reflect on if the first 15 pages are indicative of the rest of the book. Also, feel free to bring a book you’ve enjoyed and are willing to add to the 15-Page Book Club’s Community Library at the store!

Karaoke Night
Come out for a night of Karaoke at Charlie’s! Bring your energy, favorite song, and your crew for a night of music and fun!
It takes place every Thursday from 9 pm - 12:30 am!

Grayslake Senior Activity Center Annual Rummage Sale
Join the Grayslake Senior Activity Center, located at 50 Library Lane, for their Annual Rummage Sale! Find housewares, clothing, electronics, knickknacks, and more!
Stop out Thursday, Friday, or Saturday, August 13th - 15th and see what kind of treasures you can find! Your purchases help support the Grayslake Senior Activity Center.

Grayslake SummerFest (formerly known as Summer Days)
Join the Grayslake Area Chamber of Commerce for Grayslake Summer Days! Live music, food trucks, drinks, BINGO and more!
Click “View Event” for more details!

Grayslake SummerFest (formerly known as Grayslake Summer Days)
Join the Grayslake Area Chamber of Commerce for Grayslake Summer Days! Live music, food trucks, drinks, BINGO, annual parade, and more!
More information to come closer to the event date.

Lights, Camera, Candles- "Sixteen Candles" Candle-Making and Movie Night!
Join Romney Brown Candle Co. in downtown Grayslake for a totally rad throwback evening celebrating the iconic 80s rom-com Sixteen Candles on Saturday, August 16th!
Whether you’re a hopeless romantic, an 80s baby, or just looking for cute things to do in the Chicagoland suburbs, this is your night. Romney Brown’s candle-making movie events are a must-do for date nights, girls’ nights, and anyone who needs a little main character energy.
Click “View Event” for all the details!

Vinyl Sundays @ Beer Bazaar
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!

Owen Walsh in Concert at The Lake County Folk Club
Join the Lake County Folk Club on Sunday, August 17th for their monthly acoustic concert featuring Owen Walsh.
Owen Walsh has been telling stories and performing music his entire life.
Owen began playing violin at the age of three, studying formal repertoire. At 12 years old, he found his dad's dusty, old Epiphone guitar tucked away in a closet and taught himself how to play. Soon after he learned his first few chords, Owen began writing songs. He's followed in the long tradition of Americana folk music, in which lyrics are equal in importance to the melodies that bind them.
Concert Opener: Cath Kasmer
Click “View Event” to learn more!

Keep Calm and Carry Yarn
Connect with fellow fiber art fans! Enjoy knitting, crocheting, or loom projects with fellow crafting enthusiasts.

Tuesday Trivia @ Beer Bazaar
This week’s trivia at Beer Bazaar is General Topics. Questions range from music, sports, movies, riddles, and more. Free to play, prizes to win! All teams who play all six rounds get 10% off their draft pours during trivia. As always, trivia at Beer Bazaar is free to play!

Grayslake Arts Alliance Writers’ Group
Find your writing community. Share your work in progress with a supportive group of local writers. All genres and levels of experience are welcome to attend.

BINGO @ Emil's Tavern on Center
Looking for some weeknight fun? Come out to Emil's Tavern on Center for BINGO on Tuesday nights beginning at 8 pm! Enjoy food, drinks and BINGO games!

Summer Farmers Market
Visit the Grayslake Farmers Market on Wednesdays from 3 pm - 7 pm (June 4th - September 24th).
Enjoy an outdoor shopping experience in the historic downtown Grayslake Village Center that offers farm fresh and prepared foods, arts and crafts, music, children’s activities and more!

Live Music: Terry Byrne @ Emil's Tavern on Center
Emil’s Tavern on Center is welcoming back Chicago-based singer/songwriter Terry Byrne once again! Byrne plays an assortment of music including Americana, Country, Irish, Folk, and Rock. Come check out his sounds on the patio August 20th!

Karaoke Night
Come out for a night of Karaoke at Charlie’s! Bring your energy, favorite song, and your crew for a night of music and fun!
It takes place every Thursday from 9 pm - 12:30 am!

Live Music: Me With You @ The Vine
Check out live music featuring Stu the Piano Guy on piano and Scott Beardsley on drums. Two super fun musicians serving up a variety of songs!

Grayslake Historical Society Reminisce Program: The Last Chance Saloon
Join the Grayslake Historical Society for their next Reminisce Program focused on The Last Chance Saloon.
This discussion-style program invites participants to contribute stories and recollections and/or listen and learn about this well-known establishment that stood where 129 Center Cut stands now.
All are invited. No registration. Free with light refreshments.

Vinyl Sundays @ Beer Bazaar
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!

Song Circle at The Lake County Folk Club
The Lake County Folk Club will host their monthly Song Circle beginning at 6:30 pm.
Come out to play or just listen. Members and non-members are always welcome. One of their friendly hosts will keep the ball rolling.
This is a casual, no pressure opportunity to kick back, play some music and meet others. The participants form a circle, and each one in turn can choose to play a song or politely pass. It’s a chance to lead songs or to join in with others. They keep moving around the circle until it’s time to call it a night.

Tuesday Trivia @ Beer Bazaar
This week’s trivia at Beer Bazaar is General Topics. Questions range from music, sports, movies, riddles, and more. Free to play, prizes to win! All teams who play all six rounds get 10% off their draft pours during trivia. As always, trivia at Beer Bazaar is free to play!

BINGO @ Emil's Tavern on Center
Looking for some weeknight fun? Come out to Emil's Tavern on Center for BINGO on Tuesday nights beginning at 8 pm! Enjoy food, drinks and BINGO games!

Summer Farmers Market
Visit the Grayslake Farmers Market on Wednesdays from 3 pm - 7 pm (June 4th - September 24th).
Enjoy an outdoor shopping experience in the historic downtown Grayslake Village Center that offers farm fresh and prepared foods, arts and crafts, music, children’s activities and more!

Live Music: JiMarth @ Emil’s Tavern on Center
Come out for a night of live music with JiMarth at Emil’s Tavern on Center. JiMarth covers an alt-country-vibe through bands such as John Prine, Tyler Childers, Wood Brothers, and Zac Brown to name a few.

Thursday Trivia @ 129 Center Cut
Come by 129 Center Cut for Trivia Nights on Thursdays in their bar area! Get in on trivia that's free to play, with prizes to win. While you're there, enjoy delicious food and drink specials!

Karaoke Night
Come out for a night of Karaoke at Charlie’s! Bring your energy, favorite song, and your crew for a night of music and fun!
It takes place every Thursday from 9 pm - 12:30 am!

Drum Circle Jam
Create music together at this free community event. Led by Helen Bond of Medusa’s Musical Mysteries, the drum circle forms in Centennial Plaza, corner of Center & Whitney. Listen to the rhythm or step up to a drum (some provided) and add your own beat.

Lights, Camera, Candles- "Twilight" Candle-Making and Movie Night!
Are you Team Edward, Team Jacob… or Team Custom Candle? Join Romney Brown Candle Co. in downtown Grayslake for a moody, magical night under the stars with a screening of Twilight and a candle-making experience worthy of the Cullens’ coven.
Click “View Event” for all the details!

Live Music: John Babin
Come by Emil’s Tavern on Center for a night of live music featuring John Babin who will be playing a wide variety of songs you know!
Grab some food and stay for music!
John Babin is an award winning world Touring live musician, recording artist, songwriter, singer, guitarist, and multi-instrumentalist.

Bend & Brew Yoga
Sometimes you need yoga. Sometimes you need a beer. Sometimes you need both! Join Trillium Yoga instructor and Beer Bazaar beertender Kristin for our monthly 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!

Vinyl Sundays @ Beer Bazaar
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!

Grayslake Arts Alliance Writers’ Group
Find your writing community. Share your work in progress with a supportive group of local writers. All genres and levels of experience are welcome to attend.

Search & Share Genealogy
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. This discussion group is for all levels of experience in doing family history research. The research can be on a local or international level.
Free and open to all levels of family history seekers.

Summer Farmers Market
Visit the Grayslake Farmers Market on Wednesdays from 3 pm - 7 pm (June 4th - September 24th).
Enjoy an outdoor shopping experience in the historic downtown Grayslake Village Center that offers farm fresh and prepared foods, arts and crafts, music, children’s activities and more!

Exchange Club of Grayslake Pancake Breakfast
Save the date and join the Exchange Club of Grayslake for their 40th Annual Pancake Breakfast! Serving up all-you-can-eat hot and tasty pancakes, sausage, toppings, and beverages, they will also have raffles and more.
More details to follow.

Save the Date: 4th Annual Cruisin' on Center Grayslake Car Show
The Rotary Club of Grayslake and the Grayslake Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 299 are hosting the 4th Annual Cruisin’ on Center Grayslake Car Show. This free event will feature hundreds of cars, live music, and more! Stay tuned for more details!
This event is a 501c3 fundraiser for college scholarships, local food pantries, Shop with a Cop, worldwide Polio prevention, and more.
*Rain date is Saturday, September 13th.

Summer Farmers Market
Visit the Grayslake Farmers Market on Wednesdays from 3 pm - 7 pm (June 4th - September 24th).
Enjoy an outdoor shopping experience in the historic downtown Grayslake Village Center that offers farm fresh and prepared foods, arts and crafts, music, children’s activities and more!

15-Page Book Club
Join Beer Bazaar’s very own 15-Page Book Club, every second Thursday of the month from 7 pm - 9 pm. All genres welcome, come chat with fellow readers about your current literary adventures. After a book is shared, reflect on if the first 15 pages are indicative of the rest of the book. Also, feel free to bring a book you’ve enjoyed and are willing to add to the 15-Page Book Club’s Community Library at the store!

16th Annual Bourbon & Beer Festival
Join The Vine Martini & Wine Bar for their 16th Annual Bourbon & Beer Festival!
Be part of a fun night of Beer, Bourbon, Cigars, Live Music, Food & More...
Tickets are on sale now! Visit https://www.bnbfest.com/.

Grayslake Arts Alliance Writers’ Group
Find your writing community. Share your work in progress with a supportive group of local writers. All genres and levels of experience are welcome to attend.

Summer Farmers Market
Visit the Grayslake Farmers Market on Wednesdays from 3 pm - 7 pm (June 4th - September 24th).
Enjoy an outdoor shopping experience in the historic downtown Grayslake Village Center that offers farm fresh and prepared foods, arts and crafts, music, children’s activities and more!

Grayslake Feed Sales 85th Anniversary Celebration
Join Grayslake Feed Sales on Saturday, September 20th from 2 - 6 pm to celebrate 85 years in business!
They really appreciate all of the support given over the years! In thanks and celebration, they will have lots of family friendly fun in honor of their Grandpa Leo and years of hard work.
The day will include:
Beer Tent
Kids Craft Table
Petting Zoo
Face Painting
Balloon Art

Summer Farmers Market
Visit the Grayslake Farmers Market on Wednesdays from 3 pm - 7 pm (June 4th - September 24th).
Enjoy an outdoor shopping experience in the historic downtown Grayslake Village Center that offers farm fresh and prepared foods, arts and crafts, music, children’s activities and more!

Live Music: Me With You @ The Vine
Check out live music featuring Stu the Piano Guy on piano and Scott Beardsley on drums. Two super fun musicians serving up a variety of songs!

Bend & Brew Yoga
Sometimes you need yoga. Sometimes you need a beer. Sometimes you need both! Join Trillium Yoga instructor and Beer Bazaar beertender Kristin for our monthly 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!

Search & Share Genealogy
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. This discussion group is for all levels of experience in doing family history research. The research can be on a local or international level.
Free and open to all levels of family history seekers.

6th Annual Trunk Sale & Merchant Market
Get ready for the 6th Annual Trunk Sale and Merchant Market brought to you by Closet Traders!
Celebrate a day filled with vintage treasures, handmade finds, delicious food, live music, and community.
Bring your friends, shop sustainably, and uncover something uniquely you at this fun fall event in the Grayslake Village Center.
Interested in being a vendor? Email Closet Traders at consign@closettradersresale.com.
Click "View Event" to see more details!

Grayslake Arts Alliance Writers’ Group
Find your writing community. Share your work in progress with a supportive group of local writers. All genres and levels of experience are welcome to attend.

15-Page Book Club
Join Beer Bazaar’s very own 15-Page Book Club, every second Thursday of the month from 7 pm - 9 pm. All genres welcome, come chat with fellow readers about your current literary adventures. After a book is shared, reflect on if the first 15 pages are indicative of the rest of the book. Also, feel free to bring a book you’ve enjoyed and are willing to add to the 15-Page Book Club’s Community Library at the store!

Save the Date: Sips & Sweets Sparkling Wine & Chocolate Walk
Join the Grayslake Village Center & Grayslake Area Chamber of Commerce for the 2nd Annual Sips & Sweets Sparkling Wine & Chocolate Walk! Make this year’s Sweetest Day so much sweeter!
Stroll through the historic downtown Grayslake Village Center and visit participating businesses. At each stop, be met with delicious sparkling wines and sweet treats throughout. Gather your friends, or a date, and make a fun afternoon of it!

Grayslake Arts Alliance Writers’ Group
Find your writing community. Share your work in progress with a supportive group of local writers. All genres and levels of experience are welcome to attend.

Grayslake Arts Alliance Writers’ Group
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.

Save the Date: Downtown Business Trick or Treat
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!

Bend & Brew Yoga
Sometimes you need yoga. Sometimes you need a beer. Sometimes you need both! Join Trillium Yoga instructor and Beer Bazaar beertender Kristin for our monthly 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!

Grayslake Arts Alliance Writers’ Group
Find your writing community. Share your work in progress with a supportive group of local writers. All genres and levels of experience are welcome to attend.

Search & Share Genealogy
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. This discussion group is for all levels of experience in doing family history research. The research can be on a local or international level.
Free and open to all levels of family history seekers.

15-Page Book Club
Join Beer Bazaar’s very own 15-Page Book Club, every second Thursday of the month from 7 pm - 9 pm. All genres welcome, come chat with fellow readers about your current literary adventures. After a book is shared, reflect on if the first 15 pages are indicative of the rest of the book. Also, feel free to bring a book you’ve enjoyed and are willing to add to the 15-Page Book Club’s Community Library at the store!

Grayslake Arts Alliance Writers’ Group
Find your writing community. Share your work in progress with a supportive group of local writers. All genres and levels of experience are welcome to attend.

Live Music: Me With You @ The Vine
Check out live music featuring Stu the Piano Guy on piano and Scott Beardsley on drums. Two super fun musicians serving up a variety of songs!

Bend & Brew Yoga
Sometimes you need yoga. Sometimes you need a beer. Sometimes you need both! Join Trillium Yoga instructor and Beer Bazaar beertender Kristin for our monthly 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!

Save the Date: Festival of Lights & Holiday Market
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!
More information to follow!

Search & Share Genealogy
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. This discussion group is for all levels of experience in doing family history research. The research can be on a local or international level.
Free and open to all levels of family history seekers.

15-Page Book Club
Join Beer Bazaar’s very own 15-Page Book Club, every second Thursday of the month from 7 pm - 9 pm. All genres welcome, come chat with fellow readers about your current literary adventures. After a book is shared, reflect on if the first 15 pages are indicative of the rest of the book. Also, feel free to bring a book you’ve enjoyed and are willing to add to the 15-Page Book Club’s Community Library at the store!

Live Music: Me With You @ The Vine
Check out live music featuring Stu the Piano Guy on piano and Scott Beardsley on drums. Two super fun musicians serving up a variety of songs!

Bend & Brew Yoga
Sometimes you need yoga. Sometimes you need a beer. Sometimes you need both! Join Trillium Yoga instructor and Beer Bazaar beertender Kristin for our monthly 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!

BINGO @ Emil's Tavern on Center
Looking for some weeknight fun? Come out to Emil's Tavern on Center for BINGO on Tuesday nights beginning at 8 pm! Enjoy food, drinks and BINGO games!

Summer Concert Series: Another Shade of Gray
The unpredictable weather temporary postponed the first outdoor summer concert for the season but don't worry because "Another Shade of Gray" is returning to Grayslake on July 22!
Bring your own chair and check out a variety of jams from Tom Petty to The Rolling Stones beginning at 7 pm!
Kick off your night with a meal or a treat at the Village Center restaurants and enjoy the sounds of summer with family and friends!

Vinyl Sundays @ Beer Bazaar
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!

Root Beer Brewing Demonstration and Watercolor Drawing Workshop
Nothing like an icy cold root beer on a hot July day!
The Grayslake Arts Alliance is thrilled to partner with the brewing experts at Perfect Brewing Supply in Libertyville, IL to present you with a step by step demonstration to brew your own root beer sweetened with honey. Samples will be provided!
But wait, there's more! The GAA member artists will also be demonstrating watercolor sketching and drawing techniques. Watercolor paints and paper will be provided. All of this for $10.00!
Please register in advance by visiting GrayslakeArtsAlliance.org, space is limited.

Andy’s Records Live: Ocean Child and Emil James
Andy’s Records Live continues as they welcome Chicago’s Ocean Child! Raspy vocals, bright surf-tinged guitar riffs and funk/soul bass lines combine to create Ocean Child’s unique brand of indie-pop.
With support from local favorite Emil James, it’s sure to be a great show! Doors at 6:30 pm, music at 7 pm. All shows are FREE and ALL AGES!

Live Music: The Whiskey Devils Band @ Emil’s Tavern on Center
Come out for a night of live music with The Whiskey Devils Band at Emil’s Tavern on Center and enjoy a great night of live rock and country hits!
Learn more about the Whiskey Devils here.
Photo: Whiskey Devils Facebook page.

Lights, Camera, Candles- "50 First Dates" Candle-Making and Movie Night!
Join Romney Brown Candle Co. in downtown Grayslake for the coziest night out this summer: custom candle-making + a private movie screening!
On Saturday, July 19th, they’re turning the shop into your own private rom-com theater with a special showing of 50 First Dates — the perfect feel-good flick for a fun summer night out with friends or your favorite person.
Click “View Event” for all the details!

Parents’ Night Out
Join St. Andrew Episcopal Church for Parents' Night Out! Leave the kids with them for a fun-filled evening while you enjoy a well-deserved break.
$10 per child, includes activities and light snacks.
RSVP to standrewgrayslake@sbcglobal.net appreciated, but not required.

This Old Book Puzzle Swap
Wondering what to do with those puzzles you’ve completed? SWAP THEM!
Bring your puzzles to This Old Book and exchange with others for FREE! Trade the old, go home with something new to you. All puzzles, sizes, and ages welcome!
Puzzles should be complete, in the original box, and in very good condition.

Movies Off Center: “Shrek”
It’s time for another Movies Off Center feature film!
Bring your family and friends to to Parking Lot B located at the corner of Whitney and Hawley Streets by The Freeze, along with a chair, and get ready to watch “Shrek” under the starts.
Grab some dinner from your favorite Grayslake restaurants, and enjoy this classic family movie which begins at dusk.

Karaoke Night
Unleash Your Inner Rockstar! 🎤 Karaoke Night at Beer Bazaar!
Get ready to belt out your favorite tunes! Join Beer Bazaar for another unforgettable Karaoke Night. Whether you're a shower singer or a seasoned performer, the stage is yours! Choose from numerous options via YouTube, so you're sure to find your anthem.
Click “View Event” to learn more!

Free Children's Performances: Animal Quest Show
The Grayslake Park District is once again hosting FREE Children’s Performances on a select Friday each month this summer! Join them at the Central Park Performance Pavilion for an entertaining show that you children will love!

Karaoke Night
Come out for a night of Karaoke at Charlie’s! Bring your energy, favorite song, and your crew for a night of music and fun!
It takes place every Thursday from 9 pm - 12:30 am!

Thursday Trivia @ 129 Center Cut
Come by 129 Center Cut for Trivia Nights on Thursdays in their bar area! Get in on trivia that's free to play, with prizes to win. While you're there, enjoy delicious food and drink specials!

Deepwoods Preview Party
Prepare to kickoff the Deep Wood Season with Revolution Brewing’s July Preview Party release featuring Fifteen Year Beer, the third reawakening of Thundertaker, Strawberry Jacket, 15 Year Cherry Amburana and Cold Time Premium Lager on tap.
Greg will be on-site with swag, official Deep Wood glassware and other giveaways. Live music from Emil James from 7 pm - 9 pm. More descriptions and event details to follow.

Art of Henna
Learn about the ancient art of henna as you explore its cultural significance, medicinal uses, and symbolism of beauty and joy. Skin-safe henna used; allergic reactions may still occur.
$2 materials fee due at registration.

Miss Katie Sings
Drop by Central Park and sing and dance with Miss Katie Sings! Enjoy fingerplays and sing-alongs in a joyful celebration of music, movement, and creativity.

2025 AJR Tournament (Grayslake Youth Baseball Association)
Catch some youth baseball games around the Village Center and the Village of Grayslake during the 2025 AJR Tournament! This tournament, hosted by the Grayslake Youth Baseball Association (GYBA) brings teams from all over to compete. Cheer on local Grayslake teams with players aged 8 - 14. Games will be held in the Village Center at Aquatic Field and Jaycee Park, and around the Village at Alleganey, Doolittle and Falcon Fields.

Live Music: JiMarth @ Emil’s Tavern on Center
Come out for a night of live music with JiMarth at Emil’s Tavern on Center. JiMarth covers an alt-country-vibe through bands such as John Prine, Tyler Childers, Wood Brothers, and Zac Brown to name a few.

Farmers Market Tasting: Hinterland Brewing
Swing by beautiful Grayslake and peruse one of the best Farmers Markets in Lake County. When you are done, experience the flavors of the Northwoods with a free tasting of beers from Hinterland Brewing at Beer Bazaar’s taproom! Stop by and taste what they have to offer.

Summer Farmers Market
Visit the Grayslake Farmers Market on Wednesdays from 3 pm - 7 pm (June 4th - September 24th).
Enjoy an outdoor shopping experience in the historic downtown Grayslake Village Center that offers farm fresh and prepared foods, arts and crafts, music, children’s activities and more!

BINGO @ Emil's Tavern on Center
Looking for some weeknight fun? Come out to Emil's Tavern on Center for BINGO on Tuesday nights beginning at 8 pm! Enjoy food, drinks and BINGO games!

Grayslake Arts Alliance Writers’ Group
Find your writing community. Share your work in progress with a supportive group of local writers. All genres and levels of experience are welcome to attend.

Silent Book Club - Grayslake
Join Yhana Boba Cafe for their Silent Book Club!
What is Silent Book Club you ask? It’s a meetup happy hour of quiet reading with book-minded pals sandwiched between opportunities to chat with others about what you’re reading/listening to, all while supporting a local business.

Tuesday Trivia @ Beer Bazaar: General Topics
This week’s trivia at Beer Bazaar is General Topics. Questions range from music, sports, movies, riddles, and more. Free to play, prizes to win! All teams who play all six rounds get 10% off their draft pours during trivia. As always, trivia at Beer Bazaar is free to play!

Blind Date With A Book Workshop
Join Yhana Boba Cafe on July 15th at 5 pm for a cozy evening of literary mystery and creativity!
In partnership with This Old Book, you’ll choose a surprise Blind Date book and craft your own antique metal bookmark.
🎟️ Tickets: $15 at the door
📍 Good vibes, great reads, & boba await!

Loteria Bingo Night
Get ready for a night of fun, laughter, and a chance to win prizes at Beer Bazaar's Loteria Bingo Night! Loteria is a traditional Mexican game of chance, similar to BINGO, but played with a deck of illustrated cards instead of numbers. Back by popular demand, MC Gema will be your host, guiding you through each round with energy and excitement. It's completely free to play, and we'll have fantastic prizes for the lucky winners. Gather your friends, grab a drink, and try your luck at Loteria Bingo!

SongSisters in Concert at The Lake County Folk Club
Join the Lake County Folk Club on Sunday, July 13th for their monthly acoustic concert featuring SongSisters.
SongSisters - Sue Fink, Patti Shaffner, and Amy Dixon-Kolar - are award-winning singer/songwriter friends who discovered that their own distinctive styles blend together, creating something richer than the individual, stronger as a whole.
They delight in and celebrate each other’s music: each “sister” takes the lead on original songs, the others adding soaring harmonies and instrumentation. Audiences enjoy their diverse repertoire of original and thoughtfully chosen cover songs.
Concert Opener: Margie Skora
Click “View Event” to learn more!

Concerts in the Park
The Grayslake Park District is hosting their free Concerts in the Parks again this summer at the Central Park Performance Pavilion.
Come out and enjoy a summer evening with family, friends, and community!
Please note, the time has changed for the concert to 7 pm.

Vinyl Sundays @ Beer Bazaar
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!