Sitting at the heart of Grayslake, the Village Center is a place where community members and visitors can gather, play and get centered.
It’s a place where there is always something going on, and where old school charm meets modern attitudes. Meander from the historic downtown to parks, trails, civic institutions and so much more for an experience that’s unmistakably local and uniquely Grayslake.
THE VILLAGE CENTER AT A GLANCE
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Upcoming Events in the Village Center
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.
Throughout the month of March, the Grayslake Area Public Library will turn into a vibrant gallery showcasing the talents of our creative community. All are welcome and encouraged to visit and enjoy the artwork at any time. For parents with children in D46, please note special reception dates for each individual school taking place from 6 - 7 pm.
Join 129 Center Cut on March 16th for a hands-on bartending class where you’ll learn the fundamentals, techniques, and tricks to make bar-quality cocktails at home.
Shake, stir, and sip while learning from behind the bar
$50 per person
Call or email to reserve your spot! 847-986-6872 or 129centercut@gmail.com
Your to-do list called… it wants a beer. Stop letting your life admin pile up. Join Beer Bazaar for Mundane Mondays: The Admin Club — a laid-back, productive hang where getting things done finally feels… doable.
This isn’t a workshop or seminar. It’s a body-doubling session, where the taproom becomes your favorite third space to tackle real-life to-dos. Emails, appointments, taxes/bills, forms you’ve been avoiding — bring it all. You bring your laptop + to-do list; they’ll bring the high-speed Wi-Fi, chill beats, and the perfect craft pour.
Bonus: Sam will be there with all the materials you need to start (or keep going with) your 2026 planner/journal.
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at Emil’s Tavern on Center! Join them on Tuesday, March 17th for a full day of festive fun featuring Irish-inspired food and drink specials, a great atmosphere, and plenty of reasons to raise a glass!
Black Lung Brewing Company is excited to welcome the fellas from Six Speed Tranny beginning at 5 pm on St. Patrick’s Day!
Rock and grunge hits are the best way to party any day, especially on St. Patty’s Day! They will also have special beers out, cocktails and drink specials!
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.
Join Beer Bazaar every Tuesday at 6:30 pm for the area’s premier trivia night! This week, come and celebrate the beauty and history of Ireland during their Ireland & Irish Trivia Night with co-host Sinead Carus from Irish Viking Designs!
Test your knowledge on a wide range of Irish facts covering Irish history, popular culture, and more. Come out and enjoy a night of fun, and friendly competition.
Click “View Event” for more details!
Come out to The Vine for a fun and relaxing morning of yoga in their private space instructed by Lamaiya Lancaster of L-Theory Collective Dance. This all levels gentle yoga flow class will be accompanied by singer, guitarist Matt Krahula.
Stay after for lunch and a complimentary mimosa with food purchase!
Click “View Event” to reserve your spot.
Join the Grayslake Area Public Library for an engaging story, hands-on crafting, and a nature walk. This event is tailored for school-age children (5 years and older). The stories will be longer, and the craft activity is designed with school-age children in mind.