Things to do this Weekend September 11-13

By: Jonathan Jones 09/09/2015

As we kiss summer goodbye we remember all the fun things that happened – from the annual festivals, to the Lake County Fair to 40 years of Six Flags Great America to KeyLime Cove to 50 years of Lindy’s Landing and so many other events and venues.

We also remember the catchiest tune of the summer, Dylan Kroll’s “Lake County, the Bounty of Illinois.” If you’ve been under a rock, Kroll was the Grand Prize winner of our I Love Lake County Song Search and he’s been taking our area by storm. Continue here to watch his viral music video of the aforementioned song that accumulated over 75,000 views in under two weeks.

Don’t worry, Fright Fest opens in a couple of weeks.

In addition to the top five things going on this weekend, Jay Pharoah – comedian and SNL cast member will performing his standup at the James Lumber Theatre. He’s known as an exceptional impressionist of Barack Obama, Jay Z, Denzel Washington, Kanye West, Lil Wayne and so many more. Pharoah performs Saturday, September 12 at 7:30 p.m.

Here’s are your things to do this weekend September 11-13.

1. Are you ready to fight for your right to party? Lake Zurich joins in as they host their Third Annual Rock the Block Party between Church and Old Rand Road. Enjoy the live music and of course the drinks and delicious dishes from the food trucks. The kids will be immersed in the giant slide, face painting and balloon art. Admission is free but the donations of three unopened, non –perishable food products are requested. Donators will receive a raffle ticket. Over 21 wristbands are $1.

Saturday, September 12; 5-11 p.m. Downtown Lake Zurich, Main Street between Church and Old Rand, Lake Zurich.

2. If you’re through with the humid weather, get your first taste of autumn at Antioch’s Fall Arts & Crafts Fair & Fall Apple Fest. This Downtown Antioch fest is not the ‘run of the mill,’ craft fairs because there are over 125 booths of hand-crafted goods. Vendors will offer goods containing woods, metals, ceramics, apparel, candles, jewelry, photography, purses, paintings, and photography. The farmer’s market will also be open.

Saturday-Sunday, September 12-13; Sat 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Downtown Antioch, Main Street, Antioch.

3. This is the last weekend you can see the horses with the mostest at Tempel Lipizzans. In this final season performance, Follow the varying stages of the development and training of the Lipizzan horses, all set to classical music. Join the story of young colts as they transform into the Dancing Stallions that Tempel Lipizzans.

Saturday, September 12; 6 p.m. Tickets at the door Adults: $30, Veterans & Children $20. Tempel Lipizzans, 17000 Wadsworth Rd., Old Mill Creek.

4. In the final weekend of Ravinia Festivals outdoor celebration, hear the sound of Motown as Gladys Knight performs. Known as the Empress of Soul, Knight is known for songs such as the ‘Midnight Train to Georgia,’ ‘I Heard it through the Grapevine’ and ‘Neither One of US (Wants to be the First to Say Goodbye).’ The Grammy Award winning and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame diva is paired on the ticket with Rock and Roll Hall of Fame group the O’Jays. The O’Jays are known for numerous hits including ‘Love Train.’

Friday, September 11; 7:30 p.m. Tickets $75/65, Lawn: $38 in advance, $43 the day of the show, Ravinia Festival, 200 Ravinia Park Rd., Highland Park.

5. The Mis-Shifts are at it again and their 2015 Car Show is going a big one! Journey to the Gold Pyramid in Wadsworth on Sunday September 13th for a great show. Delectable eats are provided by Isabella's. The first 150 cars will be awarded plaques and trophies. During this car show, tours of the pyramid are available.

Sunday, September 12; 9 a.m. Gold Pyramid House, 37921 N. Dilleys Rd., Wadsworth.