A&E | Lake County Journal

It's summer beer and wine festival season! Check out these events happening throughout the suburbs.

The updated lakeside dining destination introduces refreshed design, elevated menu and expanded entertainment offerings.

Starting June 20, a full slate of special events, features and throwbacks are planned to honor the park’s heritage and 50th anniversary.

Spring and the return of baseball bring hot dogs back to the forefront. So here are 10 places to get a legit, Chicago-style hot dog in the suburbs.

The sixth annual fest will feature more than 1 million blooms in over 75 varieties.

Check out Easter fun for all ages at these suburban events happening this weekend through Easter Sunday, April 5.
Fans can catch the brand new “Super Mario Galaxy Movie” this April and get a chance to play Mario Bros. games on the giant screen. The theater opens for the season April 3.

The Abbey Resort, located near Lake Geneva, offers fresh-air adventures, family-friendly activities, seasonal dining and relaxing spa experiences this spring.

Illinois and Wisconsin boast a wealth of spa getaways, offering luxurious pampering and relaxation just a short trip away.

Hundreds of small, locally-owned boutiques and shops in northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin will participate in this one-of-a-kind event March 6-7.

Mochrie and Sherwood's amusing, PG-rated family show includes variations on many of the games showcased on “Whose Line Is It Anyway?”, including “Sound FX” and “One Word Expert.”
Check out these beer festivals happening in northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin this winter.
Celebrity Chef Fabio Viviani will join executive chef Noah Gümüstekin for an unforgettable culinary event Jan. 31-Feb. 1 to benefit the James Beard Foundation.

The 31st annual Winterfest is Jan. 28-Feb. 1 in downtown Lake Geneva. It is free to attend.

Upcoming shows include 'Come From Away,' 'Heartbreak Hotel,' 'Frozen The Musical' and 'Little Shop of Horrors.'

Port Barrington's Arctic Winter Bar features live music, heated barn and seasonal craft cocktails through Feb. 1.

This festive spin on the Tony-nominated hit brings together four legendary voices – Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and Elvis Presley – for a one-of-a-kind holiday jam session at Sun Records.

"Exes of Christmas Past" was filmed mostly in Woodstock, with some scenes shot in Lake County. The film is making its streaming debut.

