# Christmas Events, Markets & Things to Do in Lake Forest, IL - **Subtitle**: Celebrate Christmas 2026 in Lake Forest, Illinois with festive markets, holiday parties, Christmas dinners, family activities, Santa experiences, Christmas lights, live shows, brunches, concerts, and seasonal events. Discover the best things to do and book your tickets online. - **Category**: Christmas - **Display Name**: Christmas events - **Type**: other ## Audience - **Followers**: 433k+ - **Recent Followers**: - **Avatar 1**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/bab011f14b1271d0dede8faaebc00e25addcada5e21fe82b0abbe2550f7b1364-rimg-w179-h179-dc77462f-gmir?v=1757709607 - **Avatar 2**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/2009efe0c574e3dc8aafa326aa5db79a7d48ae3bb59bafd8dd62c8ab54e6429f-rimg-w200-h200-gmir.jpg?v=1656541205 - **Avatar 3**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/0b430ca346d6b926a35a959999b3654b156fa712f25b30fd8233cc8adf27ae6c-rimg-w201-h200-dc90928f-gmir?v=1759151405 ## About As Christmas draws near in the Lake Forest in 2026, mark your calendars for a taste of festive enchantment! Beyond the traditional gatherings at home, exploring during this festive season can be enchanting. Whether planning a family trip or going solo, there's a sleigh-load of festive fairs, holiday craft shows, and Christmas services in the Lake Forest waiting to be explored. Check out the best events and parties in Lake Forest to make your Christmas unforgettable, and get ready for a season of joy and celebration! ## Trending Events in Lake Forest - **Event Name**: Friday Salsa & Bachata Social - **Description**: New Cielo Friday event in Lake Forest! Salsa at 8PM, Bachata at 9PM, social 10PM–1AM. Presale ends September 25th at noon.About this EventA brand-new Cielo event is coming to South Orange County! Join us F - **Venue**: Dreams Banquet & Event Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/a4ecb8d1f224273e130b1a173dd3d59ad9bd75840582c09c6c96e7f4a5395640-rimg-w1200-h694-dc080808-gmir.jpg?v=1788232548 - **Event Name**: Japanese Dashi & Miso Soup Masterclass: Learn 3 Traditional Soup Stocks - **Description**: Learn how to make authentic Japanese dashi from scratch, miso soup, and homemade men-tsuyu (noodle sauce) in this hands-on cooking class.About this EventLearn to Make 3 Traditional Japanese Dashi Stocks from Scratch - **Venue**: 25722 Commercentre Dr - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/fae2c29e3453e00d50b67385114e1e263c0cd6f2d37ebbf923605f3190596440-rimg-w1200-h600-dcf0eee0-gmir.jpg?v=1782535718 - **Event Name**: Gala 2026: Dance830 - **Description**: SAVE THE DATE 🎭📣 Citadel Theatre’s 12th Annual Fundraising Gala ✨ Dance830 ✨ 📅 September 26, 2026 📍 Back at the Mansion! 830 N. Green Bay Road Lake Forest, IL Join us for an elegant evening at the manor featuring live entertainment by “The Gentlemen of - **Venue**: 830 North Greenbay Rd Lake Forest - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/a566567995a933deee22c7aa458ed09d16e0e53fc92cad76bedc2ee4ed057c63-rimg-w1200-h1680-dc181818-gmir?v=1788203821 - **Event Name**: FREE FOOD, PRIZES & GIVEAWAYS! Tigawok Lake Forest Grand Opening - Sat 9/26 - **Description**: HEY LAKE FOREST! WE'RE OPENING HUGE! Tigawok's Lake Forest Grand Opening is here, and we're going bigger than ever: BOGO Tigabowls, SCRATCHERS, and THOUSANDS in giveaways all day long Saturday, September 26, 2026 11 AM until close Tigawok Lake Forest 23 - **Venue**: 23622 Rockfield Blvd Ste 703, Lake Forest, CA 92630 - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/0dbe5980784e0ea3c2f1cc561829ddc5040f686c5bc65364f21006b762bcc16e-rimg-w1200-h800-dcf8e8e8-gmir?v=1789588711 - **Event Name**: Talangor - Orange County 2nd Show - **Description**: Talangor explores life, death, memory, and regret as the departed return to share stories that may change how we see our own lives.About this EventTalangor is a theatrical journey through life, death, memory, and the stor - **Venue**: 100 Civic Center Dr - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/37839dadb91565c8365ad9d51ea0efee43d10e0e6f6c845f9fc872714783a82f-rimg-w1200-h600-dc181818-gmir.jpg?v=1789356668 - **Event Name**: FREE Chinese Moon Festival Music & Kung Fu Show - **Description**: Everyone! We are hosting a FREE Mid-Autumn Festival celebration in Lake Forest on Sunday Sep 27. There will be live Kung Fu performances music, dancing, Chinese food, family activities, and free T-shirts for the first 50 guests who RSVP Instagram / Text - **Venue**: 22600 Lambert St., Building G, 1402, Lake Forest, CA, United States, California 92630 - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/37998bbe33a8199a1e3e5f2cd7936d7d62b0f31e7fd0ed0f46c2d2bd7eaa09bd-rimg-w1200-h535-dc98b8f8-gmir?v=1788852058 - **Event Name**: New Wave Kids at RC's Watering Hole - **Description**: New Wave Kids, Team 80s from The 80s vs 90s Show, returns to RC's Tavern for the first time since NYE 2025! We'll be bringing our high-energy retro show to back to the Lake Forest/Foothill Ranch area for a night of 80s MTV & KROQ classics! SAT OCT 2 - **Venue**: RC's Watering Hole - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/4770eacfc30b6e31bef11eb38114578da7a285c2f7229e16531fb58a3eb810f1-rimg-w1200-h628-dc080808-gmir?v=1788490002 - **Event Name**: Fired Up 2026! - **Description**: Get ready to ignite your passion and walk in kingdom authority at the Fired Up 2026 Conference!About this EventFired Up Conference 2026: The Spirit of His Might - **Venue**: 15 Spectrum Pointe Dr - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/928946d4c0b5338a02b9a5aef2ca0efccb750e05d2dec2462e1ff83133f24be9-rimg-w1200-h600-dc481917-gmir.jpg?v=1779473101 - **Event Name**: Jam Fest OC 2026 - Use Code “Dogz” to get 10% off - **Description**: https://empowerlogicstudio.com/products/jam-fest-oc-26 Use code “Dogz” for 10% discount. 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