# Books events in Grayslake, Today and Upcoming Books events in Grayslake - **Subtitle**: All Books events in Grayslake, Illinois. Here you can find more information about Upcoming events in Grayslake like parties, concerts, meets,shows, sports, club, reunion, Performance - **Category**: ## About All Books events in Grayslake, Illinois. Here you can find more information about Upcoming events in Grayslake like parties, concerts, meets,shows, sports, club, reunion, Performance ## Events in Grayslake - **Event Name**: Grayslake AuthorFest Kickoff Party! - **Description**: Join us for the official Grayslake AuthorFest Kickoff Party! Andy’s Records Live continues with an evening of electronic music and poetry with Wavefiler (MKE), Miki Hara and The Background Memory! As always, all shows are FREE and ALL AGES! Doors at 7PM, - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 27 - **Date**: Fri Jul 17 2026 at 07:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/grayslake/grayslake-authorfest-kickoff-party/200030240264038 - **Venue**: 16 N. Whitney St. , Grayslake, IL, United States, Illinois 60030 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy8yNTQxYjYyNmE5M2FjYWMwMzg2N2E5NGQ0ZThmZjU4ZTU3MmEwNWNmYTZlMjM3NTY4ODk4YzllZjhiMGI5NGI2LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDE1NTItZGMwMjhlOWUtZ21pcj92PTE3ODM1MjY0ODQ.avif - **Categories**: parties, entertainment, art, literary-art - **Event Name**: Grayslake AuthorFest 2026 - **Description**: Grayslake AuthorFest brings together authors, readers, and aspiring writers for a day of bookish fun! --- FREE ADMISSION --- Saturday, July 18 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Grayslake Heritage Center and Museum 164 Hawley St. Grayslake IL 60030 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS 1 - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 696 - **Date**: Sat Jul 18 2026 at 05:00 am – Sat Jul 18 2026 at 10:00 am (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/grayslake/grayslake-authorfest-2026/200029687937616 - **Venue**: Grayslake Heritage Center and Museum - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy9iYzBlZGZkNTZmNzg2N2YwN2M2ZWM1ZGYxNmQ4MmQwMTFlODQ4YjY1ZTY3Njc4YjNmZjExZjBkMDA1N2IyYmYzLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyOC1kYzc5MzBiNi1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4MzQ1MDE4OA.avif - **Categories**: art, literary-art, open-mic, workshops, contests - **Event Name**: Youth Creative Writing Workshop - **Description**: Youth creative writing workshop at AuthorFest on July 18, from 2:45 PM to 3:30 PM. We will discuss ideas and what inspires us and play a few fun games to help get the creative juices flowing! The free writing workshop is for ages 4 - 18. The workshop - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 5 - **Date**: Sat Jul 18 2026 at 02:45 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/grayslake/youth-creative-writing-workshop/200030090651701 - **Venue**: Grayslake Heritage Center and Museum - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy80MWIyNzU3YTI1MjYzNTExODljOWQ3OGNlNDI4ZGNkODhhNjg0NDk2NGNjMmVkNTBiZmE4MTFlMjhmYTFiNzk5LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kYzQyNDI0Mi1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4MzQxNTkwMw.avif - **Categories**: workshops - **Event Name**: Bedazzle.Book.Boba. - **Description**: Bring your own book and bedazzle while sipping a delicious drink at YHANA boba cafe.About this EventAll craft Matrerils will be provieded, just bring your own book! Choose from a number of gems and charms to decorate your - **Date**: Sat Jul 18 2026 at 03:00 pm – Sat Jul 18 2026 at 05:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/grayslake/bedazzlebookboba/100001990908535022 - **Venue**: 10 N Lake St suite 104 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvZGQ2ZjJkNGJiNWI2MjE5MzU1MGE0NWFmZjgyNDllMzUwZTViMjAyNmU5ZGU2YjYzODc4NTRjNWM5ZWE2NjQ1NC1yaW1nLXcxOTQtaDI1OS1kY2Q4YzBhNi1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3ODA5NjE4ODg.avif - **Price**: USD 13 - **Categories**: fitness, Art, Festivals, literary-art - **Event Name**: Andy's Open Mic - Grayslake AuthorFest Edition! - **Description**: Andy’s open mic, co/hosted by The Welcome Table! This month we are partnered with Grayslake AuthorFest to bring you a special literary edition of Andy’s Open Mic, sign up to read a poem or excerpt something you’ve written! Sign up is first come, first ser - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 7 - **Date**: Sat Jul 18 2026 at 02:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/grayslake/andys-open-mic-grayslake-authorfest-edition/200030357289756 - **Venue**: 16 N. Whitney St. , Grayslake, IL, United States, Illinois 60030 - **Banner**: https://dyn-image.allevents.in/generate-image?v=4&title=Andy%27s+Open+Mic+-+Grayslake+AuthorFest+Edition%21&date=Sat+Jul+18+2026+at+02%3A00+pm&bg=2 - **Categories**: open-mic, art, literary-art, nonprofit - **Event Name**: GRAYSLAKE AUTHOR FEST - **Description**: Share this event with your family and friends! This is going to be a great event and we look forward to seeing you! For application to be a vendor please message me or email Marypayne787@gmail.com NOTE : if you see anyone except me claiming to be acce - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 3 - **Date**: Sat Jul 18 2026 at 05:00 am – Sun Jul 19 2026 at 10:00 am (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/grayslake/grayslake-author-fest/200030301777433 - **Venue**: 164 HAWLEY ST. GRAYSLAKE, IL 60030 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy9jZWUyYWNhM2ZkYWEwNjI1YjNlM2U1ZDU3MDIwMzgwNWEwYTBmZThhOTg3OTk2NTgyYWM5MGQ0NTMyMWVjZGE4LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyOC1kYzc5MzBiNi1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4MzA2MjcwNw.avif - **Categories**: Festivals, Art, literary-art ## Trending Events in Grayslake - **Event Name**: Grayslake Scavenger Hunt For Couples - SHOW LOVE (Date Night!!) - **Description**: CITY LOVE SCAVENGER HUNT Date For Couples (Self-Guided) Enjoy your city scavenger hunt with fun digital activities along the way!About this Eventhttps://youtu.be/-2gjHn9I0_cCITY LOVE SCAVENGER HUNT FOR COUPLES - **Venue**: Recommended scavenger starting point or other city spot of your choice! (YOU MUST USE PDF TICKETS EMAILED FOR EVENT- NO MOBILE APP OR QR CODES ACCEPTED) - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/31aa73ec481ec91c1bbd0aa4ac504fcd872a15e5bbfc1742c33071cb8b5da34f-rimg-w1200-h660-dc171816-gmir.jpg?v=1758627017 - **Event Name**: Lake County Fair - **Description**: Celebrating its 97th year, the Lake County Fair is BURSTING WITH FUN! From sky-high ferris wheels and classic fair food to monster trucks, motocross, demolition derby, bull riding, pig races, and livestock competitions, excitement pops around every corner - **Venue**: Lake County Fairgrounds and Event Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/16e65d4d551c0ea73b97b721c2b0f4dbff210f2550586a020c35415213048b6d-rimg-w1200-h628-dcfeeed3-gmir?v=1782430078 - **Event Name**: Wild Daisy at Lake County Fair Grayslake, IL - Beer Garden! - **Description**: Celebrating its 97th year, the Lake County Fair is bursting with fun! From sky-high ferris wheels and classic fair food to monster trucks, motocross, demolition derby, bull riding, pig races, and livestock competitions, excitement pops around every corner - **Venue**: Lake County Fairgrounds - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/9a8d72494d873e99e81d1ca276659d4494297ca88697d99203780558b5500327-rimg-w1200-h847-dcc1d2d5-gmir?v=1783450179 - **Event Name**: Harvest Fest (FREE!) - **Description**: 𝗔𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗛𝗮𝗿𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗙𝗲𝘀𝘁 Wildwood Park District’s annual Harvest Fest event is a free, one-day event that typically draws between 1,000-1,500 attendees. This year’s event is especially meaningful as the Wildwood Park District proudly celebrates 50 years! Harves - **Venue**: 33325 N Sears Blvd, Wildwood, IL, United States, Illinois 60030 - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/1ce7ac0fb269ff598f7dee98a2c11180e0115acdc1215d3a93bfa56fa642cb06-rimg-w1200-h442-dca64530-gmir?v=1782946969 - **Event Name**: Red Panda Band live at the Lake County Fair Grandstand Beer Garden! - **Description**: RPB is excited to be performing at the Lake County Fair in Grayslake at the Grandstand Beer Garden Saturday August 1 from 5-7p. More info and tickets - https://lcfair.com/2026 Saturday Music at the Grandstand Beer Garden 5-7p Red Panda Band 8:30-10: - **Venue**: Lake County Fairgrounds and Event Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/e3b9e021a80f2d4a0fcd67c8574c58cbaab4d59fffacc192b4c3d8b9ed1fed79-rimg-w1200-h1200-dc02145d-gmir?v=1782949375 - **Event Name**: Grayslake Business Trick or Treat - **Description**: 🎃 Grayslake Business Trick or Treat! 👻 Join the Grayslake Chamber of Commerce and Grayslake Park District for the annual Business Trick or Treat event in the Grayslake Village Center! Put on your costumes and come down to Center Street for a fun day of - **Venue**: 10 S SeymourAve, Grayslake, IL, United States, Illinois 60030 - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/72180513bf4d776a4d00b448c3a2fc7491069ab4303b89135d16d3b6c2121bc8-rimg-w1200-h628-dc371549-gmir?v=1782364405 - **Event Name**: Grayslake Summer Nights - **Description**: Come enjoy the beautiful Downtown Grayslake for a FREE summer celebration on July 25th! Stroll through our Grayslake Village Center and enjoy shopping from local vendors, good food, great drinks, and more! Plus, enjoy live music as entertainment on TWO S - **Venue**: 10 S SeymourAve, Grayslake, IL, United States, Illinois 60030 - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/ae23e765e06927de7579569354c4dbf5a5ecb0c158fb58ab9056f6d3da726f5f-rimg-w1024-h1691-dc121835-gmir?v=1782993945 - **Event Name**: Grayslake's Festival of Lights and Holiday Market - **Description**: 🎄🎅 Festival of Lights and Holiday Market in Downtown Grayslake! 🎁✨ Get ready to kick off the holiday season with Grayslake's annual Festival of Lights and Holiday Market! Join us for an enchanting evening filled with festive cheer for the whole family. - **Venue**: 10 S SeymourAve, Grayslake, IL, United States, Illinois 60030 - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/42a80c264504cd4c9f8d66da9c0160f0eb918f01b254d73c222d59dd508da49f-rimg-w1200-h675-dc5085b7-gmir?v=1782984448 - **Event Name**: MÉXICO EN EL CORAZÓN 2026 at College of Lake County James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts - **Description**: 🇲🇽 You Are Cordially Invited! 🇲🇽 The Lake County Cultural Association NFP and the College of Lake County James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts Are proud and honored to invite our communities,, families, friends, students, and cultural partner - **Venue**: James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts at the College of Lake County ## FAQs - **Q**: What are the top events in Grayslake? - **A:** Grayslake AuthorFest Kickoff Party! (Fri Jul 17 2026 at 07:00 pm at 16 N. Whitney St. , Grayslake, IL, United States, Illinois 60030), Grayslake AuthorFest 2026 (Sat Jul 18 2026 at 05:00 am at Grayslake Heritage Center and Museum), Youth Creative Writing Workshop (Sat Jul 18 2026 at 02:45 pm at Grayslake Heritage Center and Museum), Bedazzle.Book.Boba. (Sat Jul 18 2026 at 03:00 pm at 10 N Lake St suite 104), Andy's Open Mic - Grayslake AuthorFest Edition! (Sat Jul 18 2026 at 02:00 pm at 16 N. Whitney St. , Grayslake, IL, United States, Illinois 60030). - **Q**: What events are happening in Grayslake in July 2026? - **A:** Grayslake AuthorFest Kickoff Party! (Fri Jul 17 2026 at 07:00 pm at 16 N. Whitney St. , Grayslake, IL, United States, Illinois 60030), Grayslake AuthorFest 2026 (Sat Jul 18 2026 at 05:00 am at Grayslake Heritage Center and Museum), Youth Creative Writing Workshop (Sat Jul 18 2026 at 02:45 pm at Grayslake Heritage Center and Museum), Bedazzle.Book.Boba. (Sat Jul 18 2026 at 03:00 pm at 10 N Lake St suite 104), Andy's Open Mic - Grayslake AuthorFest Edition! (Sat Jul 18 2026 at 02:00 pm at 16 N. Whitney St. , Grayslake, IL, United States, Illinois 60030). - **Q**: How can I find events in Grayslake? - **A:** You can discover upcoming events in Grayslake on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests. - **Q**: How do I buy tickets for events in Grayslake? - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets. - **Q**: What are the popular venues for events in Grayslake? - **A:** Some popular venues hosting events in Grayslake include 16 N. Whitney St. , Grayslake, IL, United States, Illinois 60030, Grayslake Heritage Center and Museum, 10 N Lake St suite 104. - **Q**: What is the price range for events in Grayslake? - **A:** Prices for events in Grayslake range from USD 13 to USD 13. Many events also offer free entry. - **Q**: Who are the top organizers for events in Grayslake? - **A:** Popular organizers hosting events in Grayslake include Andy’s Records - Grayslake, IL, Grayslake AuthorFest, This Old Book. - **Q**: Are there any online events available? - **A:** Yes, many events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere. - **Q**: How can I get notified about new events in Grayslake? - **A:** Follow the category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new events are listed in Grayslake. ## Books Events from nearby cities - [Books Events in North Chicago](https://allevents.in/north-chicago/books) - [Books Events in Lake Zurich](https://allevents.in/lake-zurich/books)