Looking for something to do this weekend? We’ve got the best bets for your done-with-work-outta-here time.
Check out our picks for activities to hit and new places to explore this weekend.
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Where/when: , 19351 W. Washington St., Grayslake; at dusk Friday, July 29.
Why go? Bring some blankets and come out to the soccer fields at CLC and watch Rango outside on a giant 20- by 30-foot screen. Use the Washington Street entrance and park in lots 2 and 3. If it rains, the movie will be shown in the C wing auditorium, Room C005.
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Pricing: Free.
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Where/when: ; 3 to 7 p.m. Friday, July 29.
Why go? Shop for locally grown, fresh fruits and vegetables along with handmade items.
Pricing: Free admission.
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Where/when: Rugan’s, 621 Toft Ave., Antioch; 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday, July 30.
Why go? Admission price includes beer tasting, appetizers and one raffle ticket. Proceeds will benefit Save-A-Pet No Kill Adoption Center in Grayslake. Click here to buy tickets. Must be over 21 to attend. Pets are welcome.
Pricing: $15 for one person; $25 for two people.
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Where/when: , 1060 E. Peterson Road, Grayslake; 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday, Saturday and Sunday, July 29, 20 and 31.
Why go? The Lake County Fair features fun and entertainment for the whole family. There will be a stilt walker and magician, live music, expo center displays, talent shows, bingo, a petting zoo, livestock barns, demolition derby, pro motocross, horse shows, the Radio Disney road crew, a Banana Derby, a professional rodeo, carnival rides, truck and tractor pulls, an AG expo, 4-H exhibits, Funpalooza stage, livestock auction, beer garden, and fair and specialty food. Vendors will be selling crafts, jewelry and other items. Parking is free. Visit www.lcfair.com/ for a complete schedule of events.
Pricing: $10 for adults; $5 for children 5 - 12; free admission for children 4 and younger; $5 for seniors 65 and older; free for military in uniform; $5 for military with ID; $35 for adult season pass; $15 for child season pass; $40 membership.
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Where/when: Greenbelt Forest Preserve Shelter B, North Chicago; 3 to 7 p.m. Sunday, July 31.
Why go? Hear the best voices of gospel with Bishop Larry D. Trotter’s Sweet Holy Spirit Choir and watch a performance by the Praise Dancers from throughout Lake County. Bring lawn chairs or blankets. Food will be available for purchase. This event is free and open to all ages. If it rains, the festival will be held indoors.
Pricing: Free.
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