Things To Do This Weekend August 4-6, 2023
By: Jeff Randolph 08/02/2023
The first weekend in August serves up a variety of activities with everyone in mind. We look at these top events taking place right here in Lake County in this edition of things to do this weekend, August 4-6, 2023.
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Let's look at Lake County's top five things to do this weekend, August 4-6.
Invest your fest feels on a festive festival-infested Friday through Sunday in Libertyville. The Adler Arts Center has showcased some of the most exceptional work from artists nationwide. A ton of talented individuals will have their work on display. This event hosted by the 100+-year-old facility will also feature a youth art division to celebrate children's talent. Besides the unique artwork on display, attendees will experience live music, divine fare, and more at the Libertyville festival in Cook Park. Before or after filling your artistic appetite at the Adler Arts Center Festival of the Arts occurring the same weekend, pamper your sweet tooth with a stroll down the MainSweet Dessert Walk. The dessert makers participating in this saccharine event include various Libertyville and Lake County local confectioners. To kick off your weekend, head to First Fridays on MainStreet for a wine tasting, live tunes, exceptional deals, eats from award-winning restaurants, a show from the Improv Playhouse during their Friday Funnies segment, music, wine, sales, and appetizers from The Joyful Gourmet and more. Also, the main street organization hosts its Lunch in the Park event, which is also in Cook Park, like MainSweet Dessert Walk. Lunch options include eats from La Mera Mera, Singh's Kitchen, Sweet Home Gelato, and more.
Friday-Sunday, August 4-6; Lunch in the Park: Fri. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. First Fridays: 10 a.m.-9 p.m., Festival of the Arts: Sat.: 10 a.m.-9 p.m. and Sun.: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and MainSweet Dessert Walk: Sat.: noon-3 p.m. MainSweet Dessert Walk admission: $20. Downtown Libertyville, various locations on and off Milwaukee Avenue.
Who would've thought an elephant and an oinker would be best buddies. Head to Marriott Theatre for "Elephant & Piggie's 'We Are in a Play!'" originally from award-winning, best-selling children's author Mo Willems. Gerald the Elephant and Piggie the Pig are the closest of pals. However, Gerald has this sinking feeling something could ruin their friendship. Then, enter the three singing squirrels. Anything is possible when "the Squirrelles" get into the mix. This kiddie play is the perfect introduction to musical theatre for the whippersnappers. Stick around for the Q&A session following the production. The Lincolnshire show runs on select days through Sunday, August 13.
Friday-Sunday, August 4-6; Fri.: 10 a.m., Sat.: 10 a.m. and 12:30 p.m., Sun.: 10 a.m. Tickets: starting at $15.75. Marriott Theatre, 10 Marriott Dr., Lincolnshire.
"Wine is one of the most civilized things in the world and one of the most natural things of the world that has been brought to the greatest perfection, and it offers a greater range for enjoyment and appreciation than, possibly, any other purely sensory thing." said literary libationer, Ernest Hemingway. Lake County Libation Trail partner Glunz Family Winery & Cellars kicks off its 20th installment of its Sangria Fest this weekend. The two-day Grayslake vino party is highlighted by exceptional deals off the libations, exploration of the history of one of the eldest winemakers in Illinois, authentic cuisine by Dolce Margarita located in the same Lake County village, and more. Sangria Fest is a relaxing environment and a perfect road trip experience for the entire family. For more information, call 847-548-9463.
Friday-Saturday, August 4-5; noon-7 p.m. Tickets: $7-$14. Glunz Family Winery & Cellars, 888 E. Belvidere Rd., Suite 107, Grayslake.
The Volo Museum, located in Volo, Illinois, is a 36-acre museum that features over 10,000 mechanical marvels, including classic cars, Hollywood vehicles, planes, trains, boats, bikes, scooters, a 15,000-square-foot animatronic dinosaur park called Jurassic Gardens, an antique mall with over 300 vendors and more. The museum boasts over 45 exhibits, including the Military Museum, Crime and Punishment Museum, the Disney Exhibit, the Titanic exhibit, and Jurassic Gardens, highlighted by over 30 different dinosaurs. There are plenty of photo opportunities, including General Lee from "The Dukes of Hazzard," automotives from the "Fast and the Furious" franchise, the Mystery Machine from "Scooby-Doo," the Disney double-decker bus, the Batmobile from the Batman DC Comics franchise, the van from "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles," the station wagon from "Ghostbusters" and so much more. The renowned collection has been featured on The Travel Channel, History Channel, and Discovery Channel. On Saturday, the Lake County museum hosts its Supercars for Charity Car Show, highlighted by incredible cars in collaboration with Chitown Exotics, delectable eats, an RC race track, and more. The proceeds go to the Kitties Warriors Foundation – an organization supporting cancer patients undergoing treatment. The museum is open year-round.
Friday-Sunday, July 14-16; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Admission: $15-$22. Jurassic Garden has a separate admission. Volo Museum, 27582 Volo Village Rd., Volo.
The Gurnee amusement park kicks off its inaugural ¡Viva La Fiesta!. Six Flags Great America will celebrate traditions across Latin and North America. The streets will resonate with musical performances, authentic cuisine, and roller coasters in the Southwest Territory. The live performance schedule includes local artists playing like Ballet Folkorico de Chicago, La Gran Fiesta de Baile, and Mariachi Sineras on Friday from 2-8 p.m. and Duo Destello from 2-7:30 p.m. on Sunday. The ¡Viva La Fiesta! runs on weekends through August 20. Visit SixFlags.com for tickets and more information.
Saturday-Sunday, August 5-6; Sat.: 10:30 a.m.-10 p.m. and Sun.: 10:30 a.m.-9 p.m. Six Flags Great America, 1 Great America Pkwy., Gurnee.
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