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 a wrapped gift ($6 or less) to join in the gift exchange fun! Registration Deadline 12/3.

Tuesday, December 8

11:30am-1:00pm

Viking Park Dance Hall

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Enjoy an afternoon filled with delicious food, live music, and great company. Lunch includes a half-roasted turkey sandwich from The Honey Ham Store, a cup of broccoli and cheese soup, and pumpkin pie for dessert.

Following lunch, enjoy the lively entertainment of Andrew Blendermann, a Chicago-based singing pianist known for his upbeat style and engaging performances. Featuring a wide variety of familiar favorites, Andrew’s interactive show creates a fun and feel-good atmosphere perfect for an afternoon of music and fellowship. Registration Deadline 11/5.

Tuesday, November 10

11:30am-1:00pm

Viking Park Dance Hall

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Adding a touch of wonder to the afternoon is our featured performer, Jenny V James, a talented musical quick-change artist who will bring the stage to life with a seamless and enchanting transformation performance. Each reveal offers a moment of surprise, delight, and lighthearted fun—perfectly suited for a cozy autumn gathering. Savor slow-braised pot roast with carrots, onions, and celery in a rich gravy from Cracker Barrel, along with a buttermilk biscuit and dessert. Registration Deadline 10/8.

Tuesday, October 13

11:30am-1:00pm

Viking Park Dance Hall

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Come to where the crisp flavors of fall meet the soulful sounds of Jimmy the Spoon Man. From lively folk tunes to heartwarming melodies, Jimmy’s unique spoon performance will add a whimsical touch to our gathering.

Enjoy a comforting meal featuring an Apple Chicken Panini from Khyat Catering complemented by classic sides of coleslaw, dill pickle chips and finished with a refreshing dessert. All served alongside the music—an experience that promises to be music to your ears and a treat for your taste buds! Registration Deadline 9/3.

Tuesday, September 8

11:30am-1:00pm

Viking Park Dance Hall

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Celebrate the holidays with a lunch of salad, ham, potatoes, vegetables, and dessert.

Musical entertainment by the “Lake Shore Singers” who will entertain with some favorite tunes for the Holidays. Bring a $6.00 or less wrapped gift for the gift exchange.

Tuesday, December 9
11:30am-1:00pm
Viking Park Dance Hall

Registration deadline: 12/4

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Fall registration opens on Tuesday, July 15 at 7:00am!

Join us at the Gurnee Park District as we celebrate our Veterans & Thanksgiving! Enjoy half a roasted turkey sandwich from The Honey Ham Store, a cup of broccoli and cheese soup from Panera Bread, and pumpkin pie for dessert.

Following lunch, enjoy the music of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons performed by the Jersey Brothers. This musical duo will get you up dancing!

Tuesday, November 11
11:30am-1:00pm
Viking Park Dance Hall

Registration deadline: 11/6

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Fall registration opens on Tuesday, July 15 at 7:00am!

Celebrate Halloween by dressing up as your favorite “Dead Artist” for a chance to win a prize in our costume contest. A dead artist can be from art, music, film, or dance (examples include Pablo Picasso, Jerry Garcia, Lucille Ball, or Fred Aistair) as long as they have moved on to the “other side”.

Lunch from Olive Garden includes Fettuccine Alfredo with chicken, broccoli, salad, their famous bread sticks and dessert. True to our theme, powerhouse singer, guitarist, comedian and impressionist, Skip Griparis will sing songs from “the Rock Heroes of the 60’s”.

Tuesday, October 14
11:30am-1:00pm
Viking Park Dance Hall

Registration deadline: 10/9

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No need to travel to Munich when you can experience the annual German Festival right here in Gurnee! Enjoy a lunch of Johnsonville® Bratwurst prepared with Grilled Onions and Sauerkraut on the side served with Hot Dog Buns, potato salad, Baked Beans and dessert. Following lunch, put on your Lederhosen and take a spin around the dance floor as Eddie Korosa Jr. plays polka hits on his accordion.

Tuesday, September 9
11:30am-1:00pm
Viking Park Dance Hall

Registration deadline: 9/4

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Monthly Mixers are back for June and July at our summer location: Gurnee Community Church | 4555 Old Grand Avenue, Gurnee, IL. 

This June, put on your best Hawaiian shirt or dress and flip flops and get ready for a beach party (indoors, of course)! Lunch will include chicken salad sandwiches, chips, fruit, and dessert. Following lunch, get ready to win great prizes by playing balloon volleyball, hot potato, and Bingo, all at your tables!

Registration deadline: 6/10

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Todd Hunt brings us another inspiring program that takes us back to our younger days. Humorist Todd Hunt “Remember When” takes a fun, interactive look back at simpler times. Enjoy a lunch of chicken fried steak, mashed potatoes, green beans, roll, and dessert from Cracker Barrel. 

Registration deadline is 5/1.

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