# Thanksgiving Events & Things to Do in Grayslake 2026

- **Subtitle**: Celebrate Thanksgiving 2026 in Grayslake with festive dinners, family activities, parades, Turkey Trots, brunches, holiday markets, volunteer events, and seasonal celebrations. Discover the best Thanksgiving events and book your tickets online.
- **Category**: Thanksgiving
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Celebrate Thanksgiving [YEAR] in Grayslake with festive dinners, brunches, buffets, Turkey Trots, parades, family-friendly activities, Friendsgiving parties, holiday markets, volunteer opportunities, food drives, cruises, and seasonal events. Whether you're planning a traditional Thanksgiving feast or looking for unique things to do, discover the best Thanksgiving events happening in Grayslake.

## Thanksgiving Events in Grayslake

- **Event Name**: Festival of Arts and Crafts - Thanksgiving Weekend
  - **Description**: 310+ Booths

Lake County Fairgrounds
1060 E Peterson Rd
Grayslake, IL 60030

November 27, 28 & 29
Fri. 2pm - 7pm / Sat. 9am - 4pm / Sun. 10am - 4pm
$5 admission - 11 & Under Free - Parking is Free
Show is Indoors

EVERYTHING IS HANDMADE IN THE U.S
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  - **Date**: Fri Nov 27 2026 at 02:00 pm – Fri Nov 27 2026 at 07:00 pm (-06:00)
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  - **Venue**: Lake County Fairgrounds and Event Center
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## Trending Events in Grayslake

- **Event Name**: LOS DESTRUCTORES & BANDA MACH GRATIS
  - **Description**: Don't miss LOS DESTRUCTORES & BANDA MACH GRATIS happening at Plaza Azteca Grayslake, Grayslake, IL, United States on 2026-09-06T13:00:00-06:00. A great evening with good music and a laid-back atmosphere awaits you. Invite your friends for a night out!
  - **Venue**: Plaza Azteca Grayslake
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- **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
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- **Event Name**: Billy Branch and the Sons of Blues at James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts
  - **Venue**: James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts
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- **Event Name**: 17th Annual Bourbon & Beer Festival
  - **Description**: Join us for the Largest Bourbon & Beer Fest in the Midwest! 17th Annual Bourbon & Beer Festival on September 12th, 2026! 

Live Music this year by Chained Up Alice - "Alice In Chains Tribute Band" & Whiplash - "Metallica Tribute Band"

Cigars,
  - **Venue**: 101 Center St, Grayslake, IL, United States, Illinois 60030
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- **Event Name**: Sunset Social at Jones Island (21+)
  - **Description**: Join us for a relaxing evening on the beach featuring bonfires, great food, and refreshing drinks as the sun sets over Jones Island. Enjoy wine tastings from Glunz Winery, craft beer selections from Beer Bazaar, and delicious BBQ from Tony’s Butcher Shop-
  - **Venue**: Jones Island Park
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- **Event Name**: A Queen & Elton John Candlelight Experience In Grayslake – September 18th
  - **Description**: Lumos brings you enchanting concert experiences paying homage to world famous artists. We've partnered with spectacular locations & churches across the UK to deliver a concert experience that is nothing short of magical ✨ 🌍A donation is made to a
  - **Venue**: Wildwood Presbyterian Church
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- **Event Name**: New Worlds — Lake County Symphony Orchestra
  - **Description**: Saturday, September 12, 2026 at 7:30 PM
James Lumber Center, College of Lake County
19351 W Washington St, Grayslake, IL 60030

Every great journey starts with a single step into the unknown — and this season, LCSO takes that step four different
ways. New
  - **Venue**: James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts at the College of Lake County
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- **Event Name**: Cracker at James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts
  - **Venue**: James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts
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- **Event Name**: Hatch Chile with Jewel-Osco - Grayslake
  - **Description**: Hatch chile season is back!To celebrate the bold flavors of Hatch chiles, we invite you to join us at select Jewel-Osco locations, where we will be roasting Hatch chiles on-site! Just purchase a pack, and we’ll roast them for you...
  - **Venue**: Jewel-Osco
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Thanksgiving events in Grayslake?
  - **A:** Festival of Arts and Crafts - Thanksgiving Weekend (Fri Nov 27 2026 at 02:00 pm at Lake County Fairgrounds and Event Center).
- **Q**: How can I find Thanksgiving events in Grayslake?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Thanksgiving 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 Thanksgiving 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 Thanksgiving events in Grayslake?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Thanksgiving events in Grayslake include Lake County Fairgrounds and Event Center.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Thanksgiving events in Grayslake?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Thanksgiving events in Grayslake include Step by Step Promotions, Inc..
- **Q**: Are there any online Thanksgiving events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Thanksgiving 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 Thanksgiving events in Grayslake?
  - **A:** Follow the Thanksgiving category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Thanksgiving events are listed in Grayslake.

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