2026 July 4 Fireworks Guide For Grayslake

Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations of America’s 250th anniversary in and around Grayslake.

10 Things To Do In Lake Co. This Weekend: Festivals, Pride Parade, Ravinia And More

Here's a look at some of the biggest and best festivals and fun events happening across Lake County this weekend.

10 Things To Do In Lake County This Week: Festivals, Ravinia, Pride Parade And More

Here's a look at some of the biggest and best festivals and fun events happening across Lake County this week.

10 Hidden Gem Trails Worth Exploring This Summer In Northern IL

Several hidden gem hiking spots across Lake and McHenry counties offer peaceful alternatives to more crowded outdoor destinations.

Six Flags Offers Free Pre-K Passses As Gurnee Theme Park Celebrates Opening Weekend, 50th Anniversary

Families with kids ages 3–5 can get unlimited free visits through May 31 as opening weekend kicks off in Gurnee.

Best Grayslake-Area Restaurant For Valentine's Day: Poll

Weigh in, Grayslake-area readers, on the best restaurants for date night ahead of Valentine's Day.

Professional Figure Skaters, Shoot-The-Puck Contest: Skate In The Park Is This Weekend

Skate in the Park will run from 12 to 3 p.m. on Saturday at Gelatin Park in Grayslake.

Police Respond To Dozens Of 'Weather-Related' Calls During Winter Storm In Lake County

Lake County Sheriff's Office deputies responded to 65 calls for service during the snowstorm.

Your Guide To Grayslake's Festival of Lights And Holiday Market

Mark your calendar for this upcoming holiday festival.

Where To Pick Pumpkins Near Grayslake This Fall

Here's a list of pumpkin patches around the area.

'Intensely Scary': Six Flags Shares Details Of Upcoming Fright Fest

The event, which starts next month, is so scary that it is not recommended for children younger than 13 after 6 p.m.

Fireworks Near Me: Grayslake July 4th 2025 Events

Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations in and around Grayslake.

July 4th 2025 Fireworks, Events Around Grayslake

Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations in and around Grayslake.

These Lake Co. Beaches Are Closed Due To High Bacteria Levels

Swimming is not advised at three beaches on Bangs Lake in Wauconda, according to the Lake County Health Department.

Grayslake Art Alliance To Host MayFest

The event will run from 12 to 4 p.m. at the Grayslake Heritage Center & Museum, 164 Hawley Street, Graylsake.

Grayslake Park District Hosts Easter Egg Hunt

The hunt will run from 1 to 2 p.m. at Central Park, 250 Library Lane, Grayslake, according to the park district.

Where To Have Fun In The Snow In Lake Co.: Sledding, Ice Skating

From ice skating to sledding to cross-country skiing, here is what is offered at local forest preserves in Lake County.

New Outdoor Market Coming To Lake County This Summer

The village of Lake Villa announced the launch of its Fresh Friday Market, which will take part in Lehman Park this summer.

Best Date Night Restaurants In, Around Grayslake

With Valentine's Day right around the corner, we are looking to readers to share their favorite romantic restaurant choices.

Your Guide To Outdoor Winter Recreation In Lake County

From ice skating to sledding to cross-country skiing, here is what is offered at local forest preserves in Lake County.

Where Are The Best Holiday Lights In Grayslake?

Patch and T-Mobile are partnering to help you compile a list of lights around Grayslake that deserve a drive-by.

Where To See Santa In Grayslake This Christmas Season

In Grayslake, kids have several chances to see jolly old St. Nick in person.

Your Guide To Tree Lighting Ceremonies, Parades Near Grayslake

We've got a roundup of top holiday events happening on Friday and Saturday in and around Grayslake as well as events happening soon.

2024 Holiday Parades, Festivals: What You Need To Know

We've got a roundup of top holiday events, where to visit Santa, parades, holiday walks and more in the area.

Holiday 'Night' Life: Best Downtowns For Holiday Lights, Evenings Out

In the northern Chicago suburbs, which downtowns and outdoor shopping centers do you like to visit during the holiday season?

Solar-Lit Trails Open In Lake County

Starting Sunday, November 3, you can enjoy nature after dark by exploring two Lake County forest preserves with illuminated trails.

Patch's Best 2024 Halloween Yard Haunts: Lake And McHenry Counties

Patch has rounded up the best residential Halloween yard haunts submitted by readers in Lake and McHenry Counties.

Grayslake Family Opens New Pumpkin Farm

On Sept. 21, Tobie Family Farm opened at 22070 W. Peterson Road in Grayslake.

Where To Pick Pumpkins In Grayslake This Fall

Whether you plan to carve a jack-o’-lantern or just add some festive flair to your stoop, there are plenty of places to pick up a pumpkin.

Hike Lake County Challenge Gets Underway

If you complete seven designated walks before November 30, you'll earn a commemorative shield for your walking stick or a zipper pull.

Where You Can See Fireworks In Grayslake, Northern Suburbs

We've got a full roundup of fireworks and Fourth of July festivities, which get underway Friday and continue through mid-July.

Grayslake-Area Fireworks List 2024

Starting next weekend, Grayslake and area communities will get Fourth of July festivities underway.

Grayslake Craft Beer Festival Returns This Weekend

The festival will run from 12 to 5 p.m. at 33 S. Whitney Street in downtown Grayslake.

Massive Tulip Festival Opens To Public For Season At Richardson Farm In Spring Grove

An annual tulip festival, which will feature approximately a million tulips, opened for the season last weekend.

Sledding, Solar-Lit Hikes, Ice Skating: Where To Go In Lake Co.

The Lake County Forest Preserves provides area residents with a variety of great option for outdoor activities in the winter.

Holiday Tree Pickup Gets Underway Friday in Grayslake

Village officials say all holiday tress should be left at the curb or edge of the street the night before tree pickup days.

Frosty Fest Returns To Gurnee This Weekend

Viking Park in Gurnee will be transformed into a winter wonderland this Saturday.

Voting Open On Grayslake Giving Trees Through Saturday

Have you stopped out to check out the trees at the Grayslake Heritage Center and Museum?

Lake Co. Forest Preserves Seeks Donation Of Holiday Trees

The Lake County Forest Preserves is asking residents to donate their Christmas trees, which will be recycled, through Feb. 1, 2024.

Where To See Santa In Grayslake

There will be plenty of holiday events in the coming weeks, including opportunities to meet with Santa.

The Best Valentine's Day Gifts For Him

Valentine's Day isn't just a holiday to swoon over the ladies — treat the number one man in your life to these fun and practical gifts.