# Festivals in Lake Forest, IL 2026 | Culture & Street Fairs

- **Subtitle**: Your guide to festivals in Lake Forest, Illinois 2026 — cultural celebrations, street fairs and food festivals. Find dates, locations and what to expect.
- **Category**: Festivals
- **Type**: category

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## Featured Events

- **Event Name**: CrimeStery Fest 2026
  - **Description**: CrimeStery-Fest 2026 — All Things Crime and MysteryThe Northeast's Coolest Crime Convention!Calling all true crime enthusiasts, CrimeStery-Fest returns for an immersive three-day celebration
  - **Date**: Fri, 09 Oct at 04:00 pm – Sun, 11 Oct at 04:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/danvers/crimestery-fest-2026-tickets/80005231957486
  - **Venue**: DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Boston North Shore, Ferncroft Road, Danvers, MA, USA
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  - **Price**: min: 30, max: 90, currency: USD
  - **Categories**: exhibitions, conferences

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## Festivals Events in Lake Forest

- **Event Name**: Miranda Lambert - Ravinia Festival - August 30, 2026
  - **Description**: Miranda Lambert will be headlining Ravinia Festival on August 30th. 

presale begins Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 10 a.m. CDT.
  - **Interested Audience**:
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  - **Date**: Sun Aug 30 2026 at 07:00 pm – Sun Aug 30 2026 at 07:15 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/lake-forest/miranda-lambert-ravinia-festival-august-30-2026/200030180543029
  - **Venue**: Ravinia Festival Park
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- **Event Name**: 2026 Crowing of new Queens
  - **Description**: $5.00 entry fee, come celebrate the crowning of our town's 2026 queens of Lake Forest/Lake Bluff
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 19
  - **Date**: Sat Aug 29 2026 at 02:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/lake-forest/2026-crowing-of-new-queens/200029979622015
  - **Venue**: 400 Hastings Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045-2119, United States
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## Trending Events in Lake Forest

- **Event Name**: Miranda Lambert - Ravinia Festival - August 30, 2026
  - **Description**: Miranda Lambert will be headlining Ravinia Festival on August 30th. 

presale begins Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 10 a.m. CDT.
  - **Venue**: Ravinia Festival Park
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- **Event Name**: Summer Concerts in the Park #3 with Classic Car Show
  - **Description**: Join us for the final Summer Concerts in the Park on August 15! Located at the Lake Forest Sports Park, you and your family can enjoy an evening of family friendly fun. This event features Yachty By Nature, the smoothest 70s and 80s yacht rock band on lan
  - **Venue**: Lake Forest Sports Park & Recreation Center
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- **Event Name**: August 22, 2026 Ragdale Ring Summer Performance Series
  - **Description**: An evening of poetry and music featuring Tasha, Jamila Woods in dialogue with Adrian Matejka, and an open mic hosted by Marty McConnellAbout this EventRagdale’s August Ragdale Ring begins with an open mic hosted by poet a
  - **Venue**: Ragdale
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- **Event Name**: Exclusive Lunch: Imam Siraj x The Neighbor Project Launch
  - **Description**: An intimate lunch with Imam Siraj Wahhaj featuring the official launch of The Neighbor Project.About this EventJoin us for an exclusive afternoon with Imam Siraj Wahhaj as we offici
  - **Venue**: 27121 Towne Centre Dr
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- **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 August 28th at noon.About this EventA brand-new Cielo event is coming to South Orange County! Join us Frid
  - **Venue**: Dreams Banquet & Event Center
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- **Event Name**: Living in Stereo 90s Y2K Experience at RC's Watering Hole
  - **Description**: LIVING IN STEREO | THE 90s Y2K EXPERIENCE, featuring members of New Wave Kids, Dam That River & End on Destroy, and Team 90s from The 80s vs 90s Show, brings their high-energy show back RC's Watering Hole (formerly Center Bar) in Lake Forest/Foothill
  - **Venue**: RC's Watering Hole
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- **Event Name**: Endless, Nameless Returns to Rush Bar!
  - **Description**: Back where it all began. Two full sets of Nirvana's biggest hits, deep cuts & B-sides at Rush Bar & Grill. 21+. Doors 7PM.About this EventWe're coming home.On
  - **Venue**: The Rush Bar and Grill
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- **Event Name**: Yes She Golfs 9 Hole Golf Outing at Lake Forest
  - **Description**: Ready to hit the course and play 9 holes of golf? Join Yes She Golfs for our first on-course outing.About this EventWe are hitting the course at Lake Forest Golf & Practice Center on Sunday, August 23rd. We'll play 9-
  - **Venue**: Lake Forest Golf and Practice Center
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- **Event Name**: Onwentsia Club
  - **Description**: One of the finest on Chicago's north shore opens its doors for a full day in prime fall conditionsAbout this EventFew places in America boast as long or as rich a golf history as Onwentsia Club. With C.B. Macdonald roots,
  - **Venue**: Onwentsia Club
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Festivals events in Lake Forest?
  - **A:** Miranda Lambert - Ravinia Festival - August 30, 2026 (Sun Aug 30 2026 at 07:00 pm at Ravinia Festival Park), 2026 Crowing of new Queens (Sat Aug 29 2026 at 02:00 pm at 400 Hastings Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045-2119, United States), CrimeStery Fest 2026 (Fri, 09 Oct at 04:00 pm at DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Boston North Shore, Ferncroft Road, Danvers, MA, USA).
- **Q**: What Festivals events are happening in Lake Forest in August 2026?
  - **A:** Miranda Lambert - Ravinia Festival - August 30, 2026 (Sun Aug 30 2026 at 07:00 pm at Ravinia Festival Park), 2026 Crowing of new Queens (Sat Aug 29 2026 at 02:00 pm at 400 Hastings Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045-2119, United States).
- **Q**: How can I find Festivals events in Lake Forest?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Festivals events in Lake Forest on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Festivals events in Lake Forest?
  - **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 Festivals events in Lake Forest?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Festivals events in Lake Forest include Ravinia Festival Park, 400 Hastings Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045-2119, United States, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Boston North Shore, Ferncroft Road, Danvers, MA, USA.
- **Q**: What is the price range for Festivals events in Lake Forest?
  - **A:** Prices for Festivals events in Lake Forest range from USD 30 to USD 90. Many events also offer free entry.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Festivals events in Lake Forest?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Festivals events in Lake Forest include Miranda Lambert, Lake Forest-Lake Bluff Community Pageant, CrimeStery-Fest.
- **Q**: Are there any online Festivals events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Festivals 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 Festivals events in Lake Forest?
  - **A:** Follow the Festivals category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Festivals events are listed in Lake Forest.

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