Upcoming events.

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Upcoming events. *

Fresh Start Makers Market
Jan
31

Fresh Start Makers Market

Start the year off by shopping small, discovering new favorites, and supporting your local maker community at The Fresh Start Makers Market.

• A Create-Your-Own Vision Board Station for creative fun and goal-setting
• Live music throughout the event
• Raffles featuring self-care themed products
• A fun, relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere

Free entry | Family-friendly

Grab a friend, bring the family, and come enjoy an afternoon of shopping local, creativity, and community connection.

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Lucky Finds Market
Mar
15

Lucky Finds Market

We’re excited to have you join us for this fun, festive, and family-friendly spring and St. Patrick’s Day celebration.

Event Highlights
• Live music
• A curated selection of 50 vendors
• Raffles
• Free family activities
• Cash bar

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The Spring Forward Market
Mar
22

The Spring Forward Market

Celebrate the first weekend of spring at the Spring Forward Market, a community-focused indoor market bringing together 40+ curated local small businesses for a day of shopping, connection, and fresh seasonal finds.

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Spring Artisan Fair
Apr
25

Spring Artisan Fair

Welcome spring with a day of shopping, music, and community at our Spring Artisan Fair! Join us for an inspiring indoor artisan market featuring 100+ talented local vendors offering handmade goods, gifts, décor, jewelry, apparel, candles, art, and so much more.

Whether you’re shopping for something special, supporting small businesses, or simply enjoying a spring day out, this event is the perfect way to connect with local makers and your community.

What to Expect:
• 100+ local artisans & small businesses
• Live music throughout the event
• Free entry
• A welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere
• One-of-a-kind finds you won’t see anywhere else

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Mom Fest
May
9

Mom Fest

  • The Quarry Cable Park (in Three Oaks Recreation Area) (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Live music, Fire Pits, Photo Ops, Volleyball & Cornhole, Themed Drinks, Flower for First 50 moms!

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Gilberts Community Days 2026
May
29

Gilberts Community Days 2026

Gilberts Community Days is the Village’s annual festival to bring residents, visitors, and businesses together in a weekend long celebration of community and fun!

Community Days has something for everyone! There will be live musical entertainment on stage, free children's activities including a petting zoo, a carnival full of rides and games, local food and drinks, a classic car show, and much more!
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​Oh and did we mention... admission is FREE!

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Gilberts Community Days 2026
May
30

Gilberts Community Days 2026

Gilberts Community Days is the Village’s annual festival to bring residents, visitors, and businesses together in a weekend long celebration of community and fun!

Community Days has something for everyone! There will be live musical entertainment on stage, free children's activities including a petting zoo, a carnival full of rides and games, local food and drinks, a classic car show, and much more!
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​Oh and did we mention... admission is FREE!

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Gilberts Community Days 2026
May
31

Gilberts Community Days 2026

Gilberts Community Days is the Village’s annual festival to bring residents, visitors, and businesses together in a weekend long celebration of community and fun!

Community Days has something for everyone! There will be live musical entertainment on stage, free children's activities including a petting zoo, a carnival full of rides and games, local food and drinks, a classic car show, and much more!
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​Oh and did we mention... admission is FREE!

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Hot Cocoa Stroll
Dec
13

Hot Cocoa Stroll

  • Hawthorn Row, Vernon Hills (Near the Yardhouse) (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Grab your mittens and mark your calendars—Hot Cocoa Stroll at Hawthorn Row is your can't-miss market of the season!

Location: Hawthorn Row, Vernon Hills (Near the Yardhouse)
In case of inclement weather, event moves inside Hawthorn Mall!

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Kris Kringle Market - Volo Museum
Nov
29

Kris Kringle Market - Volo Museum

ENJOY FREE MARSHMALLOW ROASTING, A FREE ART STATION FOR THE KIDS AND A FREE PHOTO OP WITH THE GRINCH HIMSELF!

The market will be set up right outside of the museum’s main entrance. The event is free to attend and enjoy! Afterwards, you can spend the rest of the day visiting the world-famous Volo Museum, the Titanic Museum, and/or Jurassic Gardens for the regular admission prices.

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Festival of Lights - Grayslake
Nov
28

Festival of Lights - Grayslake

Mark your calendars for Friday, November 28th, and come celebrate the magic of the season as the historic downtown Grayslake Village Center gets illuminated and filled with festive fun the day after Thanksgiving!

The fun takes place from 2 pm – 6 pm!

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Halloween Happy Hour
Oct
31

Halloween Happy Hour

  • Lucky Stop Cocktail Lounge and Gaming Cafe (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

208 W. Washington St.

Round Lake, IL 60073

Gather your coven witches…Shop. Drink. Play.

  • Halloween Vendor Market

  • Specialty Halloween Cocktails

  • Tarot Reading

  • Misfortune Readings

  • Costume Contest

  • Conjuring Cocktails Mixology Workshops

  • Must be 21+

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