Things to See & Do
ADLER ARTS CENTER
1700 N. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville
(847) 367-0707 www.adlercenter.org
Adler Arts Center promotes music and the arts as an integral part of everyday life. Activities include concerts, festivals and more, fostering participation, entertainment and achievement in music and the arts. Libertyville Art & Music Fest brings more than 125 artists, plus food vendors, live entertainment and family activities to Cook Street every August.
AMERICAN PLACE CASINO
4011 Fountain Square Pl, Waukegan
(773)477-9515 https://americanplace.com
American Place will transform Fountain Square into an unrivaled, upscale gaming and entertainment destination. Visitors will escape into a world of grandeur meant for the most discerning players. American Place will feature a world class casino, multi-tiered entertainment venue and mouth-watering cuisine. Our private Italianate villa will welcome our most elite players to stay overnight.
ANSEL B. COOK
VICTORIAN HOME MUSEUM
413 N. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville
(224) 513-7426 www.libertyvillehistory.org/ansel-b-cook-home
The Ansel B. Cook Home, located in Cook Park, is operated by the Libertyville Historical Society. This treasure is one of the most complete Victorian museums in Lake County.
BIO-DOME, THE REPTILE EMPORIUM
336 Peterson Road, Libertyville
(224) 433-6235 www. biodomeil.com
Specialty pet store and education center focused on reptiles and other specialty pets. Teaching how bioactive habitats keep both your reptile and humans happy, healthy and fuss free. Come learn how!
COMMUNITY BINGO/TRIVIA NIGHT
Tighthead Brewery
161 N. Archer Ave., Mundelein
(847) 680-0750 www.glmvchamber.org
It’s a win-win and so much fun at GLMV/MCC 4th Mondays from 5 to 8 pm. Monthly Bingo/Trivia. Prizes, food and beverages available.
DAVE & BUSTER’S
424 Hawthorn Center, Vernon Hills
(847) 549-2118 www.daveandbusters.com
Eat. Drink. Play. Watch sports. The 40,000-square-foot Dave & Buster’s features a game arcade, sports bar and sports lounge inside Hawthorn Mall.
DUNN MUSEUM
1899 W. Winchester Rd., Libertyville
(847) 968-3400 www.lcfpd.org/museum
Arrive curious. Leave inspired. The Bess Bower Dunn Museum of Lake County will immerse you in the history, nature and people of Lake County. The museum is operated by Lake County Forest Preserves.
GENESEE THEATRE
203 N. Genesee St., Waukegan
(847) 406-3146 www.geneseetheatre.com
Genesee Theater is a historic and elegant musical hall and movie palace that hosts shows, concerts and events with seats for 2,433 people.
GLACIER ICE ARENA
670 Lakeview Pkwy., Vernon Hills
(847) 362-1222 www.glacierskate.com
The arena offers ice hockey and figure skating programs, travel hockey, house hockey, tot hockey, special events, parties, public skate and a pro shop.
GLMV CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
1123 S Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville
(847) 680-0750 www.glmvchamber.org
GLMV Chamber, the largest and most active local business advocacy organization, offers numerous quality activities and programs for business owners and professionals, including WOW! Women’s Network Group, MOB Men of Business, ribbon cuttings/grand openings, Extreme Block Party Consumer EXPO and Taste of the Towns, Annual Golf Outing, Holiday Events, Adler/GLMV Festival of the Arts, Oktoberfest and more.
GRAND PRIX BIKE RACE
www.intelligentsiacup.com
The Mundelein Grand Prix professional and amateur bicycle race takes place in July in downtown Mundelein.
GREATER LIBERTYVILLE SOCCER ASSOCIATION (GLSA)
(847) 984-2897 www.glsa.org
The GLSA is a not for profit organization whose mission is to promote and provide a positive soccer experience for every participant appropriate to the level of interest and ability since 1974. The club has over 2000 members and has programming for every level of play from age 4 to age 50.
HANSA COFFEE
755 N. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville
(847) 226-8815 www.hansacoffee.com
Enjoy a nice cup of coffee with colleagues and friends at Hansa! Hansa Coffee Roasters, a quality-driven roaster and retailer, specializes in coffees sourced from small, quality-focused families and cooperatives around the world. They strive to find the best coffees and showcase them in the seasons they are at their freshest.
HAWTHORN
122 Hawthorn Center, Vernon Hills
(847) 362-2600 www.shophawthornmall.com
Shop for the whole family at Hawthorn Mall! A lively destination for fashion, dining and entertainment, Hawthorn Mall is a super-regional indoor shopping center in Vernon Hills, with stores ranging from department stores to small retailers. The mall is currently undergoing a major transformation known as Hawthorn 2.0.
HEINZ ORCHARD
1050 Crest Rd., Green Oaks
(847) 770- 3449 www.heinzorchard.com
Enjoy apple picking in a beautiful outdoor setting. Heinz Orchard is Chicagoland’s closest orchard. Our family-favorite no-frills orchard has been providing the finest apples in the world for over 70 years.
IMPROV PLAYHOUSE THEATER
735 N. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville
116 Lake St., Libertyville
(847) 968-4529 www.improvplayhouse.com
This comprehensive performing arts and comedy training center also offers theater for young audiences, summer camps, team building, event and party entertainment.
KIRK PLAYERS
(847) 521-6192 www.kirkplayers.org
Kirk Players is a nonprofit corporation of volunteers organized as a community theater and formed to be a service to the community.
KONA ICE
(847) 752-4410 www.kona-ice.com
Kona is a mobile Hawaiian shaved ice caterer, and when they pull-up, the party is on! The steel-drum island music playing from 4 outdoor speakers brings a fun and festive atmosphere to every event! To ensure Kona Ice is as nutritious as it is delicious, products are nut-free, gluten-free, and dairy-free! Ideal for events and fundraisers.
LAKE COUNTY FAIR
1060 E. Peterson Rd., Grayslake
(847) 680-7200 www.lcfair.com
Held at the Lake County Fairgrounds in July, the Lake County Fair reflects a rich history dating back 150 years with traditions and community involvement.
LAKE COUNTY FOREST PRESERVES
1899 W. Winchester Rd., Libertyville
(847) 367-6640 www.LCFPD.org
Fish, swim, canoe, bike, skate or take a hike through the scenic Lake County Forest Preserves, including Independence Grove Forest Preserve in Libertyville with 115-acre lake, beach, fishing and trails; The Adlai E. Stevenson II Historic Home; Old School Forest Preserve; MacArthur Woods Forest Preserve; Ray Lake Forest Preserve; Half Day Forest Preserve; and two canoe launches.
LAKESIDE RECREATION CENTER
900 S. Lake St., Mundelein
(847) 949-5700 www.lakesidereccenter.com
The center offers fun activities for the entire family, such as bowling, bumper lanes for children, arcade, laser tag, lounge, video slot machines, Dockside Diner and weekly food and drink specials.
LAMBS FARM
14245 W. Rockland Rd., Libertyville
(847) 362-4636 www.lambsfarm.org
Lambs Farm helps people with developmental disabilities lead productive, happy lives. To residents, Lambs Farm is home, which they are proud to share with visitors. Lambs Farm is also a place to visit that offers a garden and pet center, farmyard, thrift shop, café and bakery, visitors center and store, plus special events.
LIBERTYVILLE CIVIC CENTER
135 W. Church St., Libertyville
(847) 918-8881 www.libciviccenter.org
The Libertyville Civic Center, originally built in 1935 as a post office, is now a diverse two-story village community event building in the heart of downtown Libertyville. The Libertyville Civic Center Foundation sponsors the Libertyville Days Festival each summer.
MAINSTREET LIBERTYVILLE
158 E. Cook Ave., Libertyville
(847) 680-0336 www.mainstreetlibertyville.org
Enjoy historic charm of downtown Libertyville with an urban blend of small shops, restaurants, services, festivals, and other entertainment all year long.
MACY’S / MACY’S BACK STAGE
Hawthorn Mall, Vernon Hills
(847) 918-2500 www.Macys.com
Our “everyday looks” have changed over the last year, but fashion-loving customers can stay on-trend by shopping off-price must-haves at Macy’s Backstage.
MARYTOWN FRANCISCAN RETREAT
& CONFERENCE CENTER
1600 W. Park Ave., Libertyville
(847) 367-7800 www.marytown.com
Home of National Shrine of Saint Maximillian Kolbe, historic Eucharistic Chapel, overnight retreat and conference center, with an on-site gift shop and book store.
MELLODY FARMS SHOPPING CENTER
Milwaukee Avenue & E Townline Road, Vernon Hills mellodyfarm.com
Vernon Hills’ Mellody Farm offers a beautiful, convenient, upscale, open-air, fun shopping and dining destination.
MUNDELEIN FINE ARTS FESTIVAL
100 N. Seymour, Mundelein
(847) 388-5450 www.mundeleincommunityconnection.org/
art-festival Visit talented artists, get inspired, see and shop beautiful artwork at the annual Mundelein Fine Arts Festival, a two-day event each September at Kracklauer Park.
MUNDELEIN COMMUNITY CONNECTION (MCC)
469 N Seymour Ave, Mundelein
(847) 970-9235 www.mundeleincommunityconnection.org
MCC hosts a variety of year round community events, including Park on Park, Craft Beer Fest, Farmers Market, Fine Arts Festival, Santa’s Cottage and more for all to enjoy.
OKTOBERFEST
Mickey Finns Brewery
412 N Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville
https://mainstreetlibertyville.org/oktoberfest-in-libertyville/
Dust off your lederhosen and say ‘pretzel’ with fall Oktoberfest.
TIMBERJAXE AXE LOUNGE
216 Peterson Road, Libertyville
(855) 293-8476 https://timberjaxe.com
Are you interested in a unique and affordable local experience? Stop in to Timberjaxe Axe Lounge and try axe throwing! Our friendly and knowledgeable axe-perts will teach you how to safely enjoy this fun activity. Whether your visit is a small group, party or individual, you will have an unforgettable experience.
VISIT LAKE COUNTY
5465 W. Grand Ave., #100, Gurnee
(847) 662-2700 www.visitlakecounty.org
Visit Lake County is the official destination marketing organization for Lake County and provides free travel information and services to visitors and event planners.
WHIRLYBALL
285 Center Dr., Vernon Hills
(847) 918-0800 www.whirlyball.com/vernon-hills
WhirlyBall combines lacrosse, hockey, basketball and souped-up bumper cars in a game of skill and chance. Also offers a climbing wall, laser tag, sports bar, video games, foosball and pool. Host your next event here.
