Lake County, Illinois Convention and Visitors Bureau

American Ghost Walks - Lake County, Illinois

American Ghost Walks combined their fascination with the paranormal and love of history to unco...
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American Nightmare Scream Park at Richardson Farm

Spring Grove

American Nightmare Scream Park is Chicagoland's one and only haunted cornmaze scream park! With ...
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Antioch Farmers Market

Antioch

2025 Dates: Thursdays 4-7 p.m. June 19-August 21 Antioch Farmers Market is at Sequoit Creek ...
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Bangs Lake Marina

Wauconda

The 2025 marina season has begun! Bangs Lake Marina has a bait shop, snacks and tackle available ...
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Beer Garden at Independence Grove Forest Preserve

Libertyville

Offering panoramic views of the lake and preserve, the Beer Garden at Independence Grove can be rese...
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Bitter Jester Music Festival

Highland Park

The Bitter Jester Music Festival (BJMF) returns for its 20th season of live concerts this summer (20...
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Bonner Heritage Farm

Lindenhurst

The eight-acre farm is part of McDonald Woods Forest Preserve (Lake County Forest Preserve) with a s...
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Bowen Park

Waukegan

Bowen Park has been transformed into a public park with the widest possible range of recreation faci...
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Bristol Renaissance Faire

Bristol

For 9 glorious weekends starting in early July, each Saturday and Sunday, plus Labor Day Monday, vis...
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Brothers' Field

Long Grove

Brothers' Field is Lake County's newest outdoor hot spot! Nestled in the heart of Long Grove...
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Brushwood Center at Ryerson Woods

Riverwoods

Located among pristine woodlands in the Ryerson historic home in Riverwoods, Il., Brushwood Center a...
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Canlan Sports Libertyville

Libertyville

Canlan Sports in Libertyville offers something for everyone in the family. A 360° Climbing Mount...
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Captain Daniel Wright Woods Canoe Launch

Vernon Hills

Canoeing and Kayaking Visit Lake County Forest Preserve, click on Website, go to Canoe Launc...
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Chicago Botanic Garden

Glencoe

With its world-renowned plant collections and displays, is one of the country's most visited pub...
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Citadel Theatre Company

Lake Forest

The Citadel Theatre is committed to producing powerful works of insight and complexity that illumina...
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Cook Park

Wauconda

Cook Park several amenities including playgrounds and a picnic shelter/gazebo were musical...
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Cultural & Civic Center of Round Lake Beach

Round Lake Beach

Unique facility that provides family and children productions and entertainment throughout the year ...
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Dave & Buster's

Vernon Hills

Discover the ultimate destination for sports enthusiasts, foodies, and arcade aficionados - Dave and...
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Diamond Lake Beach & Recreational Center

Mundelein

Diamond Lake Beach and Recreation Center is 100 acres of bliss. It includes a pristine lake, sa...
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Dos Amigos

Libertyville

Homemade family recipes, fresh ingredients, weekly specials, and memorable customer service has earn...
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Downtown Highland Park

Highland Park

The vibrant downtown Highland Park district contains an upscale outdoor shopping destination filled ...
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Duck Farm Off-Leash Dog Area

Lake Villa

Located in Lake Villa, this special place is one of the five designated off-leash dog areas within t...
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Dunn Museum

Libertyville

ARRIVE CURIOUS. LEAVE INSPIRED. The nationally accredited Dunn Museum is part of the L...
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Edward L. Ryerson Conservation Area & Welcome Center

Riverwoods

Ryerson Woods is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is part of the Lake County F...
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Elawa Farm Foundation

Lake Forest

Elawa Farm Foundation is a historic farm in Lake Forest. Adapted to today's use, Elawa fea...
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Extreme Flight Simulation

Gurnee

Have you ever dreamed of flying an airliner like the 737-800NG? Do you want to know what happens in ...
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Fort Sheridan Forest Preserve

Ft. Sheridan

A scenic destination, Fort Sheridan Forest Preserve offers a variety of opportunities to recreate in...
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Gorton Center

Lake Forest

Gorton Center is a lively hub for arts, entertainment, and learning in the heart of Lake Forest. Hou...
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Grant Woods Canoe Launch

Ingleside

Grant Woods Canoe Launch is part of the Lake County Forest Preserve. Bring your own cartop b...
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Grayslake Community Park District

Grayslake

The Grayslake Community Park District is a separate government agency established for the purpose of...
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Grayslake Heritage Center & Museum

Grayslake

A state of the art history museum dedicated to collecting and sharing the history of the greater Gra...
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Great Lakes Marina at Naval Station Great Lakes

North Chicago

The Great Lakes Marina, located on beautiful Lake Michigan at the Naval Station Great Lakes, is OPEN...
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Great Wolf Lodge Illinois

Gurnee

Conveniently located about an hour north of Chicago in Gurnee, Illinois, Great Wolf Lodge offers&nbs...
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Greenbelt Cultural Center

North Chicago

This expansive 18,500-square-foot venue is the perfect setting for any occasion, offering indoor and...
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Gurnee Farmers Market at Saratoga Square

Gurnee

2025 Dates: Sundays, starting June 8; 10 a.m.-2 p.m. runs through September 14. Find delicious ea...
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Gurnee Mills

Gurnee

Gurnee Mills, the largest outlet and full-price retail shopping destination in Illinois, provides th...
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Haines House Museum at Bowen Park

Waukegan

The Haines House Museum in Bowen Park represents life in the 1870s and also features the story of be...
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Half Day Forest Preserve

Vernon Hills

This quiet and clean preserve features a 1-mile trail for hikers, bicyclists and cross-country skier...
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Hawthorn

Vernon Hills

A lively and trusted destination for fashion, dining and entertainment, Hawthorn is a super-regional...
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Heller Nature Center

Highland Park

Visitors can enjoy a 97-acre preserve with oak-hickory forests, tall grass prairie, oak savanna and ...
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Hologram Zoo Illinois

Vernon Hills

Beyond the Skyline: Why This Hologram Zoo is the #1 New Family Activity in Chicagoland When famil...
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Hurricane Harbor Chicago

Gurnee

Hurricane Harbor Chicago, the 20-acre water park on Six Flags Great America property, is located bet...
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Improv Playhouse

Libertyville

Improv Playhouse is a professional theatre and entertainment organization the scope of which include...
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Independence Grove Forest Preserve and Canoe Launch

Libertyville

This scenic 1,151-acre forest preserve offers a wide range of outdoor recreation and education oppor...
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Jurassic Gardens

Volo

Jurassic Gardens is a heart-pounding safari with moving, life-like, animatronic dinosaurs inside of ...
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Kristof's Entertainment Center

Round Lake Beach

Kristof's is a family entertainment center providing fun to the community since 1974. Year...
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Lacrosse America

Vernon Hills

Our passion is to share the magic we create. Woven within the fabric of our PLAY Experiences is our ...
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Lake County Fairgrounds & Event Center

Grayslake

The Lake Fairgrounds & Event Center is a multi-purpose exposition, conference, festival and spor...
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Lake County Farm Bureau

Grayslake

The Lake County Farm Bureau has been in existence since 1914 and is a membership organization with o...
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Lake County, CVB

Gurnee

The mission of Visit Lake County is to increase awareness of Lake County, Illinois as a premier tour...
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Lakefront Park and Beach

Fox Lake

The Village of Fox Lake is thrilled to announce the grand reopening of our beautifully renovated Lak...
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Lambs Farm

Libertyville

At Lambs Farm, they offer experiences for all ages! The Farmyard is currently closed for a...
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Launch Gurnee

Gurnee

LAUNCH is a family entertainment center in Gurnee, Illinois, featuring trampoline activities with Bo...
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Liberty Prairie and Farm Store

Grayslake

Liberty Prairie (formerly Liberty Prairie Foundation) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization in Grays...
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Lovin Oven Cakery

Antioch

Third generation full-line retail bakery specializing in custom cakes and many other quality dessert...
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Lyons Woods Forest Preserve

Waukegan

Move from pine grove to prairie to oak woodland as you relax at this gem of a spot that is part of t...
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Magnolia Cafe & Bakery at Lambs Farm

Libertyville

The Magnolia Cafe & Bakery isn’t just any restaurant. It’s a warm, welcoming place w...
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Mundelein Farmers Market

Mundelein

2025 Dates: Saturdays, June 7 - September 20; 8 a.m.-12 p.m. Local vendors (within 200 miles of Mun...
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Mundelein Heritage Museum

Mundelein

Visitors to the Mundelein Heritage Museum will see new exhibits on early pioneers; the one-room scho...
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National Museum of the American Sailor

North Chicago

As an official Department of the Navy museum under the Naval History and Heritage Command, the Natio...
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Paulus Park

Lake Zurich

A popular visitors destination, as well as a favorite gathering spot for local residents featuring a...
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Phil's Beach

Wauconda

Bangs Lake is a natural glacial lake located in northeastern Lake County and is considered a popular...
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Quentin Road Baptist Church

Lake Zurich

We have been part of the Chicagoland area for over 45 years. We are blessed to be used by God to mak...
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Ravinia District

Highland Park

The Ravinia District is an eclectic mix of small-scale businesses, popular restaurants, food special...
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Realm of Terror Haunted House

Round Lake Beach

Highly rated Halloween attraction - recognized as best in Illinois for several years. Walk through f...
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Richardson Adventure Farm & Corn Maze, LLC

Spring Grove

The featured attraction is the "World's Largest" Corn Maze, with 28 acres and 10....
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Romney Brown Candle Company

Grayslake

Welcome to Romney Brown Candle Co, the go-to DIY customized-candle bar in Grayslake, IL! Offer...
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Sequoit Creek Park

Antioch

Sequoit Park is a 4.5-acre park in Antioch. The space that open in the summer of 2024 is equipped wi...
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Shiloh House

Zion

Shiloh House is an elegant 25-room mansion built in 1901 by Zion's founder, the Rev. John Alexan...
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Six Flags Great America

Gurnee

Six Flags Great America and Hurricane Harbor are two great parks that you can experience at one dest...
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Soccer Events Group

Vernon Hills

Our passion is to share the magic we create. Woven within the fabric of our PLAY Experiences is our ...
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Sock Monkey Museum

Long Grove

See the World’s Largest Handmade Sock Monkey Collection as certified by Guinness World Records...
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SplashZone at Corrine J. Rose Park

Waukegan

The SplashZone is a state-of-the-art water park includes a multi-generational water playground with ...
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SunBerry Orchard

Mundelein

SunBerry Orchard's Market in Mundelein is your go-to destination for a farm-to-table experience ...
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Susanna Farms

Lake Villa

Susanna Farms offers therapeutic programs including yoga, meditation, horseback riding (specializing...
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Taste Buds Kitchen

Bannockburn

At Taste Buds Kitchen, your ultimate culinary adventure awaits! We host cooking classes and private ...
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The Cafe at Elawa Farm

Lake Forest

The Cafe at Elawa Farm, offering farm-to-table breakfast, lunch, coffee and kid-friendly option...
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The Coffee Shop

Fox Lake

Enjoy a variety of coffee options and light snacks in this cozy establishment in Fox Lake, IL. With ...
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The Sanfilippo Estate

Barrington

Private estate featuring one of the world's finest collections of restored, automatic musical in...
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Tobie Family Farm

Grayslake

Tobie Family Farm in Grayslake was established after the Tobie family preserved a 161-year-old prope...
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Top Shelf Ice Arena & Top Shelf Bar & Grill

Gurnee

Ice skating and hockey for people of all ages and abilities. From your first steps on the ice all th...
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Volo Bog State Natural Area

Ingleside

Please see their website for details: https://dnr.illinois.gov/parks/park.volobog.html If yo...
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Volo Museum

Volo

The Volo Museum in Volo, Illinois, is celebrating its 65th Anniversary following a spectacular five-...
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Wandering Tree Estate

North Barrington

Scenic Railways created by renowned artist and designer Elaine Silets quietly weave paths throughout...
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Waukegan Historical Society

Waukegan

The Waukegan Historical Society, a 501(c)3 nonprofit, was established in 1968 to preserve and promot...
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Waukegan History Museum at the Carnegie

Waukegan

The Waukegan History Museum at the Carnegie is located in the heart of downtown Waukegan overlooking...
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Wayfarer Theaters

Highland Park

Wayfarer Theaters is a new collective space for films, live events, and conversation, designed to st...
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WhirlyBall

Vernon Hills

WhirlyBall is OPEN by reservation Monday through Wednesday Please check their website f...
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Callahan-Franklin Dog Exercise Area

Waukegan

The Callahan-Franklin Dog Exercise Area located in the Larsen Nature Preserve at 1720 Western Avenue...
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Everts Park

Highwood

Everts Park is the vibrant heart of Highwood, serving as the city's central community gathering ...
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Foss Park District

North Chicago

Foss Park District is a community hub in North Chicago. Offering a variety of recreational activitie...
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Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience

Ingleside

Take a walk through an enchanting woodland filled with magical creatures and moments from the Harry ...
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Hiram Buttrick Sawmill

Antioch

Located in Gage Brothers Park along Sequoit Creek, sits the Hiram Buttrick Sawmill. Get a glimpse of...
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Illinois Beach State Park

Zion

Illinois Beach State Park is now open daily 8 a.m - sundown. Illinois Beach State Par...
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Jones Island Community Park

Grayslake

This park offers 5 acres of fun located on Grays Lake. Activities include a swimming beach, fishing,...
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Mother Rudd House and Museum

Gurnee

This original 1844 building was once a stagecoach stop, tavern, post office, town hall and candy sto...
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North Point Marina

Winthrop Harbor

A world class marina at world class value. Quiet, serene and safe, North Point Marina offers the rel...
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NorthShore Garden of Memories

North Chicago

Northshore Garden of Memories is a serene and historic cemetery nestled in North Chicago. Establishe...
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Rosewood Beach & Interpretive Center

Highland Park

The newly restored Rosewood features: a nature cove for ecological and nature programs, guarded swim...
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Tempel Farms Organics

Old Mill Creek

Open Friday - Sunday, 9:00AM - 4:00PM Tempel Farms Organics produces soil-grown, certified organi...
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60 to Escape

6170 W. Grand Ave. Gurnee, IL 60031 844.623.7227

Adler Park Swimming Pool

1500 North Milwaukee Avenue Libertyville, IL 60048 847.816.7946

Antioch Aqua Center

739 Main Street Antioch , IL 60002 847.395.7665

Antioch Pizza Shop -- Antioch

994 Route 59 Antioch, IL 60002 847.395.6777

Barefoot Bay Aquatic Center

1461 North Midlothian Road Mundelein, IL 60060 847.566.8661

Barrington Aqualusion Pool

235 Lions Drive Barrington , IL 60010 847.381.0687

Barrington History Museum

212 W. Main Street Barrington, IL 60010 847.381.1730

Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World

6112 Grand Avenue Gurnee, IL 60031 847.856.1229

Bears Fit

155 E. Townline Rd. Vernon Hills, IL 60061 847.281.7700

Bettendorf Castle

418 Concord Avenue Fox River Grove, IL 60021 847.639.8280

Blair Park Pool

355 West Washington Avenue Lake Bluff , IL 60044 847.234.7946

Bowlero - Vernon Hills

316 Center Drive Vernon Hills, IL 60061 847.367.1600

Bowlero - Waukegan

631 Lakehurst Waukegan, IL 60085 847.473.2600

Centennial Ice Arena

3100 Trail Way Highland Park, IL 60035 847.432.4790

Ceramics For You - Gurnee

6695-D Grand Ave. Gurnee, IL 60031 847.855.2022

Country Bumpkin

27691 N. Gilmer Rd. Mundelein, IL 60060

Deerfield Area Historical Society

517 Deerfield Road Deerfield, IL 60015 847.948.0680

Deerfield Park District

836 Jewett Park Drive Deerfield, IL 60015 847.945.0650

Deerspring Pool

200 Deerfield Road Deerfield, IL 60015 847.945.7610

Edge of Escape

600 29th Street Zion, IL 60099 847.262.3666

El Mercadito Farmers Market

1019 N. Lake Shore Drive Round Lake Beach, IL 60073 847.201.9032

FairField Park Aquatic Center

860 Hart Road Round Lake , IL 60073 847.546.2810

Fish Lake Beach Campground

32223 N. U.S. Hwy. 12 Volo, IL 60073 847.546.2228

Glacier Ice Arena

670 Lakeview Parkway Vernon Hills, IL 60061 847.362.1222

Grayslake Aquatic Center

250 Library Lane Grayslake, IL 60030 847.223.7665

Great Lakes Adaptive Sports Assocation

27864 IRMA LEE CIRCLE Lake Forest, IL 60045 847.283.0908

Hawthorn Woods Aquatic Center

94 Midlothian Road Hawthorn Woods , IL 60047 847.847.3504

Hidden Creek Aqua Park

1220 Fredrickson Place Highland Park , IL 60035 847.433.3170

Highland Park Historical Society

PO Box 331 Highland Park, IL 60035 847.432.7090

Highland Park Public Library

494 Laurel Avenue Highland Park, IL 60035 847.432.0216

History Center of Lake Forest / Lake Bluff

509 E. Deerpath Road Lake Forest, IL 60045 847.234.5253

Hunt Club Park Aquatic Center

900 N. Hunt Club Road Gurnee, IL 60031 847.559.3780

Kroll's Fall Harvest Farm

13236 W. Town Line Rd. Waukegan, IL 60087 847.662.5733

Lake Forest Public Library

360 E. Deerpath Rd. Lake Forest, IL 60045

Lake Villa District Library

140 N. Munn Road Lake Villa, IL 60046 847.356.7711

Marytown

1600 West Park Avenue Libertyville, IL 60048 847.367.7800

Mundelein Parks and Recreation District

1401 N. Midlothian Road Mundelein, IL 60060 847.566.0650

MVP Sports Academy

143 E. Main Street Lake Zurich, IL 60047 847.540.5544

My Flavor It Place - Wauconda

321 N Main Street Wauconda, IL 60084 847.526.0423

North Park

1025 Riverwoods Road Lincolnshire, IL 60069 847.913.2363

Openlands Lakeshore Preserve

Patten Rd. Highland Park, IL 60035 312.863.6250

Par-King Skill Golf

21711 N. Milwaukee Avenue Lincolnshire, IL 60069 847.634.0333

Park District of Highland Park

636 Ridge Road Highland Park, IL 60035 847.579.3145

Patch 22

15900 Kelly Road Wadsworth, IL 60083 847.336.0120

Port Shiloh Pool

1501 Shiloh Blvd Zion, IL 60099 847.746.5500

Prairie Crossing Learning Farm

32400 N. Harris Road Grayslake, IL 60030 847.548.4062

Spray 'N Play

951 McHenry Road Buffalo Grove , IL 60089 847.793.0570

The People's Choice Family Fun Center

2650 Belvidere Rd Waukegan, IL 60085 847.336.5700

Treehouse Community Playground

18724 W. Route 173 Antioch, IL 60002

Turtle Creek Waterpark

635 North Aspen Drive Vernon Hills, IL 60061 847.996.6800

Uniquely Sweet

888 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030 847.548.0001

Valley Ridge Golf Course

40150 North IL-Route 59 Antioch, IL 60002 224.788.9172

Vipers Pro Basketball - Mens

34090 Almond Rd. Gurnee, IL 60031

Wauconda Park District

600 N. Main St. Wauconda, IL 60084 847.526.3610

Willow Stream Pool

600 Farrington Drive Buffalo Grove , IL 60089 847.850.2138

Wilmot Mountain

11931 Fox River Road Wilmot, WI 53192 262.862.2301

WoodSpring Suites Libertyville

1980 Kelley Court Libertyville, IL 60048 224.294.1116

Xtreme Games

911 Main Street Antioch, IL 60002 224.788.9100

Yorkhouse Tavern and Table at Encore! Events

4555 W. Yorkhouse Road Wadsworth, IL 60083 224.637.3332

Zion Park District

2400 Dowie Memorial Dr. Zion, IL 60099 847.746.5500