Name: Arctic Express
Start: 2026-12-13T15:52:00-06:00
End: 2026-12-13T17:00:00-06:00
Location: Grayslake Train Station

December 2026
Breakfast with Santa

December 5 @ 8:00 AM - 12:15 PM

Viking Park Community Center 4374 Old Grand Avenue, Gurnee, IL, United States

Step into a winter wonderland and start the holiday season with a morning full of joy, laughter, and a little North Pole magic at Breakfast with Santa! Gather with family […]
GO Gurnee Walking Club

December 5 @ 9:00 AM

Raven Glen West Forest Preserve 890 IL-173, Antioch, IL, United States

Join the GO Gurnee Walking Club at Raven Glen West Forest Preserve (890 IL-173, Antioch)! View map location here! Directions/Walk Details: This is NOT the same Raven Glen that we […]
Family Swim

December 5 @ 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM Family Swim

FitNation 1655 Nations Drive, Gurnee, IL, United States

Make a splash at Family Swim! Enjoy fun, relaxed time in the water while spending quality moments together. It’s also a great opportunity for swimmers to practice skills they’re learning […]
Dazzle Dance Parties – Nutcracker Remix

December 6 @ 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Hunt Club Park Community Center 920 North Hunt Club Road, Gurnee, IL, United States

Get ready for sparkle and nonstop fun all season long! Each dance party includes a snack, craft, and upbeat activities. It’s the perfect way to celebrate with friends through high-energy […]
Monthly Mixer (55+) -Holiday Singo

December 8 @ 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

Viking Park Community Center 4374 Old Grand Avenue, Gurnee, IL, United States

Join us for a festive holiday Singo—music bingo with a cheerful twist! Enjoy cheese ravioli, salad, and breadsticks from Olive Garden, followed by dessert, then sing along to your favorite Christmas classics while playing for fun prizes. This easy, interactive game is full of laughter, great music, and plenty of holiday spirit—don’t miss it! Bring […]
Youth Enrichment One-Day Classes: Holiday Gift Workshop

December 8 @ 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM

Hunt Club Park Community Center 920 North Hunt Club Road, Gurnee, IL, United States

Holiday Gift Workshop Calling all kids who want to create a special holiday gift for an important grown-up in their life. Children will choose from a variety of fun projects and take pride in wrapping their handmade gifts to take home. Tuesday, December 8 4:30-5:30pm Save your spot!
It’s A Wonderful Life – The Radio Play

December 11 @ 7:00 PM It’s A Wonderful Life – Live Radio Play

Viking Park Community Center 4374 Old Grand Avenue, Gurnee, IL, United States

Gather the family to celebrate the holidays with a special LIVE performance! Gurnee Park District Performing Arts proudly presents, “It’s a Wonderful Life," the radio play adapted by Philip Grecian! “It’s a Wonderful Life” is based on the story, “The Greatest Gift,” by Philip Van Doren Stern. This production is presented with the permission of […]
GO Gurnee Walking Club

December 12 @ 9:00 AM

Fire Station #2 Bike Path 6581 Dada Dr, Gurnee, IL, United States

Join the GO Gurnee Walking Club at the Fire Station #2 Bike Path (6581 Dada Dr, Gurnee)! View map location here! Directions/Walk Details: This is near the Gurnee Jewel. Park […]
Arctic Express

December 12 @ 11:52 AM Arctic Express

Grayslake Train Station Lake & St. Paul Street, Grayslake, IL

ALL ABOARD! Inspired by the beloved children’s book, the Gurnee Park District invites you to a truly magical holiday adventure featuring a festive train ride full of fun along the way. Enjoy an interactive live storytelling experience with music, singing, dancing, and plenty of surprises as you journey to the North Pole. Once there, a […]
Arctic Express

December 12 @ 3:52 PM - 5:00 PM Arctic Express

Grayslake Train Station Lake & St. Paul Street, Grayslake, IL

ALL ABOARD! Inspired by the beloved children’s book, the Gurnee Park District invites you to a truly magical holiday adventure featuring a festive train ride full of fun along the way. Enjoy an interactive live storytelling experience with music, singing, dancing, and plenty of surprises as you journey to the North Pole. Once there, a […]
It’s A Wonderful Life – The Radio Play

December 12 @ 7:00 PM It’s A Wonderful Life – Live Radio Play

Viking Park Community Center 4374 Old Grand Avenue, Gurnee, IL, United States

Gather the family to celebrate the holidays with a special LIVE performance! Gurnee Park District Performing Arts proudly presents, “It’s a Wonderful Life," the radio play adapted by Philip Grecian! “It’s a Wonderful Life” is based on the story, “The Greatest Gift,” by Philip Van Doren Stern. This production is presented with the permission of […]
Arctic Express

December 13 @ 11:52 AM Arctic Express

Grayslake Train Station Lake & St. Paul Street, Grayslake, IL

ALL ABOARD! Inspired by the beloved children’s book, the Gurnee Park District invites you to a truly magical holiday adventure featuring a festive train ride full of fun along the […]
It’s A Wonderful Life – The Radio Play

December 13 @ 2:00 PM It’s A Wonderful Life – Live Radio Play

Viking Park Community Center 4374 Old Grand Avenue, Gurnee, IL, United States

Gather the family to celebrate the holidays with a special LIVE performance! Gurnee Park District Performing Arts proudly presents, “It’s a Wonderful Life," the radio play adapted by Philip Grecian! […]
Arctic Express

December 13 @ 3:52 PM - 5:00 PM Arctic Express

Grayslake Train Station Lake & St. Paul Street, Grayslake, IL

ALL ABOARD! Inspired by the beloved children’s book, the Gurnee Park District invites you to a truly magical holiday adventure featuring a festive train ride full of fun along the […]

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It’s A Wonderful Life – The Radio Play

GO Gurnee Walking Club

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