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Little Fort Film Festival
Little Fort Film Festival brings international cinema to the Lake Michigan shoreline over two days. The festival is presented across three venues in Waukegan.
The CarnegieFamily Splash Bash: Picnic in the Park
Hosted by the Waukegan Park District, this family-focused pool party at SplashZone blends water fun with a relaxed picnic theme. Enjoy snacks, take part in lighthearted games, and try for prizes while spending time together in the pool. Admission is per family, with a $10 fee for residents and $14 for nonresidents.
SplashZoneLittle Fort Environmental Film Festival
An international platform for environmental storytelling brings films from across the globe together to explore climate, nature, people, and the planet we share. Interest is coming from more than 30 countries, each offering powerful perspectives. The festival is intended to be more than a slate of screenings, putting the spotlight on meaningful narratives and creating room for thoughtful discussion, dialogue, and real-world impact. Set along Lake Michigan, it uses film to connect audiences with these stories.
Multiple LocationsLos Corb
A free outdoor concert at Stern’s Plaza in downtown Waukegan spotlights Los Corb during ArtWauk. This high energy Spanish rock group blends its own songs with crowd favorites from Maná, Hombres G, and Los Enanitos Verdes for a set that keeps the audience moving. Attendees are welcome to bring chairs, blankets, and snacks, and beverages from nearby bars and restaurants may be brought into the plaza if they are in plastic cups. Beyond the music, ArtWauk fills downtown with open studios, galleries, food, drinks, and creative experiences.
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