Things To Do This Weekend March 25-27, 2022
By: Jeff Randolph 03/24/2022
Spring has sprung and we have only just begun to scratch the surface on all of the fun that can happen in the land of the lakes. Let’s take a look at things to do this weekend March 25-27, 2022.
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Campers, trailers and other recreational vehicles are being showcased in Grayslake. The migration of birds with big beaks is celebrated in Fox Lake. A legend of comedy and television takes the stage in Waukegan. Dress up like your favorite superhero and princess in Volo. A Broadway musical concludes its run in Lincolnshire. Lets take a look at the top five things to do this weekend March 25-27.
Hit the road for the Lake County Fairgrounds and Event Center this weekend as it hosts the RV Outlet Show. As one of Illinois’ largest free indoor RV shows, the Grayslake event features the latest vehicle models travel and leisure. The land of lakes facility features factory-direct pricing on class A-C gas motorhomes, diesel pusher motorhomes, fifth wheels, travel trailers, toy haulers, fold downs, hybrids and more. Admission and parking are free.
Friday-Sunday, March 25-27; Fri.:11 a.m.-7 p.m., Sat.: 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Sun.: 11 a.m.- 5 p.m. Admission is free. Lake County Fairgrounds and Event Center, 1060 E. Peterson Rd., Grayslake.
“Be a pelican, not a peli-can’t.” Fox Lake kicks off its third installment of Pelican Palooza, which celebrates the Lake County village’s local business, photography and of course, the big-beaked bird. The American white pelican migrates to Fox Lake from mid-March through early April so the name is fitting. Participating establishments, known as Pelican Partners, will be offering a variety of special offers and feature the Aves-themed scavenger hunt. A visitor can use clues to find 10 out of the 16 Pelican Partners for a chance to win a $25 gift card, as the search runs through Monday, April 18. The event also features themed events hosted by the Fox Lake District Library, Lake County Forest Preserve educators and more. The Lake County village shopping event also hosts its Pelican Palooza photo contest. Submissions will be posted to the Village of Fox Lake Parks and Recreation Facebook page, and will be on display at the area’s library following the event’s duration. Visit the library to pick up a Pelican Craft Kit, located in the library’s children’s department. Participants must email photos to [email protected] by Monday, April 11. Shop Fox Lake local through Friday, April 15.
Friday-Sunday, March 25-27; Various times. Various locations in Fox Lake.
One of the biggest names in comedy and television returns to Waukegan’s historic Genesee Theatre this weekend. Comedian Jay Leno, known for late-night television shows like “The Tonight Show with Jay Leno,” “Jay Leno’s Garage” and more will perform his stand-up act sure to make anyone giggle. The multi-Emmy and People’s Choice Award winner has earned a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and was inducted into the Television Hall of fame in 2014. The avid car collector never forgets his stand-up comedy roots, performing over 100 shows a year.
Friday, March 25; 8 p.m. $60-$90. Genesee Theatre, 203 N. Genesee St., Waukegan.
You’ll be able to get another day’s use out of last year’s Halloween costume at Volo Museum’s 22nd installment of the Princess and Superhero Spring Break event. Volunteers will be wearing capes, masks, makeup, gowns and donning crowns and tiaras as they interact and take pictures with the kids. The event is also highlighted by photo-ops with the prestigious Hollywood automobiles, face painting by InnoKreative Arts, food trucks and more. Any child ages 12 and younger, dressed in their favorite costume will receive free admission into the museum.
Saturday, March 26; 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Admission: $12.95-$19.95, any child 12 years and younger in costume along with those age five and under are free. Volo Auto Museum, 27582 Volo Village Rd., Volo.
Broadway staple “West Side Story” concludes its run at the Marriott Theatre in Lincolnshire. The three-time Academy Award-winning 1961 film is a renowned musical adaptation of “Romeo and Juliet.” The New York story tells the tale of two young lovers caught in between rival street gangs, the Jets and the Sharks. Laced with the music of musical mastermind Leonard Bernstein complemented by the lyrics of Stephen Sondheim, the story is still as relative today as it was when the original opened on Broadway back in September of 1957. The legendary flick is once again in the spotlight to the 2021 director Steven Spielberg reboot has received several Oscar nominations. The production runs through Sunday.
Friday-Sunday, March 25-27; Fri.: 8 p.m., Sat.: 4 and 8 p.m., Sun.: 1 p.m. Tickets: $50-$60. Marriott Theatre, 10 Marriott Dr., Lincolnshire.
Experience the fanfare of our warming season with the guide to spring festivals in Lake County by clicking here. For more ideas on things to do this weekend March 25-27 click here.
