# Events & Things To Do In Waukegan This Weekend | May 8-10, 2026| AllEvents

- **Subtitle**: Waukegan is a city full of experiences, activities and events. Explore some of the best things to do in Waukegan this weekend and make your Friday, Saturday and Sunday full of fun and excitement.
- **Category**: Weekend
- **Display Name**: Events this weekend
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Weekends become special if you know how to make the most out of it. There are a lot of fun things to do and events in [CITY] this weekend for you to explore.

Make your weekends memorable. Check out all upcoming weekend events in [CITY].

## Weekend Events in Waukegan

- **Event Name**: LeAnn Rimes at Genesee Theatre
  - **Description**: 🎉 Welcome to LeAnn Rimes at Genesee Theatre, where the impossible becomes possible and dreams take flight! 🏛️ Join us at Genesee Theatre in the heart of Waukegan, IL for an event that wi
  - **Date**: Fri May 08 2026 at 08:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/waukegan/leann-rimes-at-genesee-theatre/2400029255180400
  - **Venue**: Genesee Theatre
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  - **Categories**: art
- **Event Name**: Rob Caudill As Rod Stewart
  - **Description**: ✨ Enter a world of endless possibilities at Rob Caudill As Rod Stewart, where every moment tells a story! 🏛️ The stunning Genesee Theatre in vibrant Waukegan, IL transforms into a realm o
  - **Date**: Fri May 08 2026 at 06:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/waukegan/rob-caudill-as-rod-stewart/2300029810577506
  - **Venue**: Genesee Theatre
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  - **Categories**: art, theatre, trips-adventures
- **Event Name**: Yachtley Crew
  - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Genesee Theatre
🏠 Address: 203 N. Genesee St., Waukegan, IL 60085
🌆 City: Waukegan
📍 Location: 42.3624, -87.8313🌟 Be part of history at Yachtley Crew, an extraordinary gathering that will captivate your imagination! 🏛️ The prest
  - **Date**: Fri May 08 2026 at 12:30 am (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/waukegan/yachtley-crew/3200029647325455
  - **Venue**: Genesee Theatre
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  - **Categories**: Art, Theatre
- **Event Name**: Rod The Show Vip Soundcheck
  - **Description**: InformationVIP Experience - Access to the Pre-show Soundcheck: Get an exclusive look behind the scenes as the band does their soundcheck - Pre-show Meet and Greet: Meet the stars - Rob Caudill, Carmine Appice, and Katja Rieckermann in p
  - **Date**: Sat May 09 2026 at 08:00 pm – Sat May 09 2026 at 10:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/waukegan/rod-the-show-vip-soundcheck/210002235539307
  - **Venue**: Genesee Theatre
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  - **Categories**: Music, Entertainment, Meetups
- **Event Name**: Jazz Wave Orchestra
  - **Description**: Waukegan's own 15 Piece Big Band JAZZ WAVE ORCHESTRA Turns Nightshade and Dark's into the swankiest hep kat Speakeasy in town. This is a FREE PERFORMANCE but we highly encourage you to tip the band if you enjoy yourself. Your tips make it possible for us
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 11
  - **Date**: Sun May 10 2026 at 06:30 pm – Sun May 10 2026 at 08:30 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/waukegan/jazz-wave-orchestra/200029813616556
  - **Venue**: Nightshade And Dark's Pandemonium Brewing
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  - **Categories**: music, entertainment, live-music
- **Event Name**: SOS SERIES ft. BADVOID AT BASS STATION
  - **Description**: Wub Life x Astrl Prjkt x Taylor Aesthetics Present:

BADVOID's return to Bass Station

Support: TBA

Open Decks On Stage 2 All Night Long (Except during the headliner set)

Sound System: PK SOUND

What to expect: 2 Stages, Lasers, Lighting, Non Alcoholic
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 10
  - **Date**: Fri May 08 2026 at 08:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/waukegan/sos-series-ft-badvoid-at-bass-station/200029826410711
  - **Venue**: Bass Station
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- **Event Name**: Waukegan Concert Chorus presents Happily Ever After: A Disney Celebration
  - **Description**: The Waukegan Concert Chorus presents Happily Ever After: A Disney Celebration concert on Saturday, May 9, 2026 from 4pm to 5pm at the Dr. Lynn Schornick Theatre in the Jack Benny Center for the Arts, located at 39 Jack Benny Drive in Bowen Park. Tickets a
  - **Date**: Sat May 09 2026 at 04:00 pm – Sat May 09 2026 at 05:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/waukegan/waukegan-concert-chorus-presents-happily-ever-after-a-disney-celebration/200029916177936
  - **Venue**: Jack Benny Center for the Arts
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  - **Categories**: Concerts, Music, Entertainment, Art, Theatre
- **Event Name**: Bonnie Brook Golf Course Mother's Day Brunch
  - **Description**: The Bonnie Brook Golf Course is hosting Mother's Day Brunch on Sunday, May 10, 2026 with reservations starting at 11am and 12pm in the dining hall of Bonnie Book Golf Course, located at 2800 N. Lewis Avenue. 

Enjoy a carving station, buffet options, and
  - **Interested Audience**:
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  - **Date**: Sun May 10 2026 at 11:00 am – Sun May 10 2026 at 01:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/waukegan/bonnie-brook-golf-course-mothers-day-brunch/200029669583157
  - **Venue**: 2800 N Lewis Ave, Waukegan, IL, United States, Illinois 60087
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  - **Categories**: sports, workshops, brunch
- **Event Name**: GST x Atturo Season Opener
  - **Description**: Back to Back ��

May 9th save the date for our 2026 season opener !! 

This year we had the opportunity to Collab with Atturo Tires �� food and live music �  stay tuned for more details #gorillatruckin #atturo #chicago # ChicagoStreetTrucks
  - **Interested Audience**:
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  - **Date**: Sat May 09 2026 at 02:00 pm – Sat May 09 2026 at 08:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/waukegan/gst-x-atturo-season-opener/200029988421731
  - **Venue**: Atturo Tires
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  - **Categories**: music, live-music, entertainment
- **Event Name**: 2026 Annual Plant & Flower Days
  - **Description**: The Waukegan Park District is hosting the 2026 Plant & Flower Sale on Friday, May 8, 2026 from 11am to 2pm and Saturday, May 9, 2026 from 4pm to 6:30pm at the Urban Ag Lab at Bowen Greenhouse, located at 1800 N. Sheridan Road in Bowen Park. 

There wi
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 21
  - **Date**: Fri May 08 2026 at 11:00 am – Fri May 08 2026 at 06:30 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/waukegan/2026-annual-plant-and-flower-days/200029485914101
  - **Venue**: 1800 N Sheridan Rd, Waukegan, IL 60087-5132, United States
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- **Event Name**: The Knock Offs at On The Rocks!
  - **Description**: Our season kick off show! On the beautiful shore of Lake Michigan come out and enjoy this awesome lake view evening of rock with us!
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 37
  - **Date**: Sat May 09 2026 at 07:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/waukegan/the-knock-offs-at-on-the-rocks/200029938838835
  - **Venue**: On The Rocks
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- **Event Name**: James Gedda Live at On The Rocks - Sunday Funday!!
  - **Description**: Come on out to On The Rocks located right on the shore of beautiful Lake Michigan!  James Gedda brings his guitar and awesome voice!!   Leonardo's is the food truck.  On The Rocks offers a full-service cash bar, fire pits and tables.  Please feel free to
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    - Count: 12
  - **Date**: Sun May 10 2026 at 03:00 pm – Sun May 10 2026 at 06:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/waukegan/james-gedda-live-at-on-the-rocks-sunday-funday/200029975770723
  - **Venue**: 175 N Harbor Pl., Waukegan, IL, United States, Illinois 60085
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  - **Categories**: music, food-drinks, entertainment

## Trending Events in Waukegan

- **Event Name**: LeAnn Rimes
  - **Description**: 🌟 Step into a world of wonder at LeAnn Rimes, where extraordinary moments await! 🏛️ Located at Genesee Theatre in dynamic Waukegan, IL, this event will become the talk of the town. 📅 Join
  - **Venue**: Genesee Theatre
- **Event Name**: LeAnn Rimes at Genesee Theatre
  - **Description**: 🎉 Welcome to LeAnn Rimes at Genesee Theatre, where the impossible becomes possible and dreams take flight! 🏛️ Join us at Genesee Theatre in the heart of Waukegan, IL for an event that wi
  - **Venue**: Genesee Theatre
- **Event Name**: Lee Brice
  - **Description**: 🎉 Welcome to Lee Brice, where the impossible becomes possible and dreams take flight! 🏛️ Join us at Genesee Theatre in the heart of Waukegan, IL for an event that will redefine your expec
  - **Venue**: Genesee Theatre
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- **Event Name**: The Lovin' Spoonful, The Hollies, Mitch Ryder and The Detroit Wheels in Waukegan
  - **Description**: 🎶 Don't Miss The Hollies Live in Waukegan on Thursday, May 14, 2026! 🎶
Are you ready to experience The Hollies like never before? With chart-topping hits like Long Cool Woman (In a Black Dress) - 1999 Remaster, The Air That
  - **Venue**: Genesee Theatre
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- **Event Name**: AVTT/PTTN: The Avett Brothers & Mike Patton
  - **Description**: ✨ Embark on an extraordinary journey at AVTT/PTTN: The Avett Brothers & Mike Patton, where every moment promises to be unforgettable! 🌟 Imagine of transforming Genesee Theatre in the heart of Waukegan
  - **Venue**: Genesee Theatre
- **Event Name**: Patti LaBelle at Genesee Theatre
  - **Description**: ✨ Discover the extraordinary at Patti LaBelle at Genesee Theatre, where magic meets reality in ways you've never imagined! 🏛️ Set in Genesee Theatre nestled in bustling Waukegan, IL, thi
  - **Venue**: Genesee Theatre
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- **Event Name**: Juneteenth Lake County Parade & Festival 2026
  - **Description**: Black in Effect: Juneteenth Lake County 2026
📅 Saturday, June 20, 2026
📍 Waukegan, IL

We’re in the early planning stages for something BIG! 🎉
✅ Parade at 1PM on Washington Street
✅ Festival downtown with music, food, vendors & family fun

📅 Mark your
  - **Venue**: Downtown Waukegan on Genesee Street
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- **Event Name**: Band of Horses & Dinosaur Jr.
  - **Description**: ✨ Enter a world of endless possibilities at Band of Horses & Dinosaur Jr., where every moment tells a story! 🏛️ The stunning Genesee Theatre in vibrant Waukegan, IL transforms into a
  - **Venue**: Genesee Theatre
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- **Event Name**: Lee Brice at Genesee Theatre
  - **Description**: 🎉 Prepare to be amazed at Lee Brice at Genesee Theatre, the most anticipated gathering of the season! 🌟 Set against the stunning backdrop of Genesee Theatre in vibrant Waukegan, IL, this
  - **Venue**: Genesee Theatre
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Weekend events in Waukegan?
  - **A:** LeAnn Rimes at Genesee Theatre (Fri May 08 2026 at 08:00 pm at Genesee Theatre), Rob Caudill As Rod Stewart (Fri May 08 2026 at 06:00 pm at Genesee Theatre), Yachtley Crew (Fri May 08 2026 at 12:30 am at Genesee Theatre), Rod The Show Vip Soundcheck (Sat May 09 2026 at 08:00 pm at Genesee Theatre), Jazz Wave Orchestra (Sun May 10 2026 at 06:30 pm at Nightshade And Dark's Pandemonium Brewing).
- **Q**: What Weekend events are happening in Waukegan this weekend May 8–10, 2026?
  - **A:** LeAnn Rimes at Genesee Theatre (Fri May 08 2026 at 08:00 pm at Genesee Theatre), Rob Caudill As Rod Stewart (Fri May 08 2026 at 06:00 pm at Genesee Theatre), Rod The Show Vip Soundcheck (Sat May 09 2026 at 08:00 pm at Genesee Theatre), Jazz Wave Orchestra (Sun May 10 2026 at 06:30 pm at Nightshade And Dark's Pandemonium Brewing), SOS SERIES ft. BADVOID AT BASS STATION (Fri May 08 2026 at 08:00 pm at Bass Station).
- **Q**: What Weekend events are happening in Waukegan in May 2026?
  - **A:** LeAnn Rimes at Genesee Theatre (Fri May 08 2026 at 08:00 pm at Genesee Theatre), Rob Caudill As Rod Stewart (Fri May 08 2026 at 06:00 pm at Genesee Theatre), Yachtley Crew (Fri May 08 2026 at 12:30 am at Genesee Theatre), Rod The Show Vip Soundcheck (Sat May 09 2026 at 08:00 pm at Genesee Theatre), Jazz Wave Orchestra (Sun May 10 2026 at 06:30 pm at Nightshade And Dark's Pandemonium Brewing).
- **Q**: How can I find Weekend events in Waukegan?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Weekend events in Waukegan on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Weekend events in Waukegan?
  - **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 Weekend events in Waukegan?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Weekend events in Waukegan include Genesee Theatre, Nightshade And Dark's Pandemonium Brewing, Bass Station.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Weekend events in Waukegan?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Weekend events in Waukegan include Vivid Events, Ticket Network Events, Seat Geek.
- **Q**: Are there any online Weekend events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Weekend 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 Weekend events in Waukegan?
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