Waukegan Events 2026-2027
Your guide to live events and things to do in Waukegan, IL, and nearby areas.
- Updated: November 14, 2026
Events take place across Waukegan throughout 2026, including major concerts, sports, and live performances happening every week. Browse by date, venue, or category to find what’s happening near you.
- 21 Upcoming Events
- 1 Events This Weekend
- 1 Event Venue
- 8 Event Categories
Browse Events By Category
- All Events 21
- concerts 12
- Live Shows 8
- comedy 1
- family 3
- This Weekend 1
Best Events This Week & This Month
Explore featured Waukegan events including top shows, concerts, sports, and major live experiences across the city.
Waukegan Events: Today, This Month & Dates
Upcoming Events in Waukegan
Browse events in 2026 by date and venue, including concerts, shows, sports, and more across the city and nearby areas.Upcoming Confirmed Events 21
- Nov 14, 2026, 7:30 PM Sat — R&B / SOUL, Weekend Event, Pay Later Available: Patti LaBelle at Genesee Theatre • 2416 seats,
203 N. Genesee St, Waukegan, IL 60085, US. From $107, Avg. price ~ $186, Tickets Available: 987. Select Seats - Nov 19, 2026, 7:30 PM Thu — COUNTRY / FOLK, High Demand: Sara Evans at Genesee Theatre • 2416 seats, 203 N. Genesee St, Waukegan, IL 60085, US. From $61, Avg. price ~ $112, Tickets Available: 988. Select Seats
- Nov 20, 2026, 7:00 PM Fri — JAZZ / BLUES: Black Violin at Genesee Theatre • 2416 seats, 203 N. Genesee St, Waukegan, IL 60085, US. From $53, Avg. price ~ $89, Tickets Available: 574. Select Seats
- Dec 05, 2026, 3:00 PM Sat — HOLIDAY, High Demand, Weekend Event: Mannheim Steamroller Christmas at Genesee Theatre • 2416 seats, 203 N. Genesee St, Waukegan, IL 60085, US. From $81, Avg. price ~ $157, Tickets Available: 974. Select Seats
- Dec 05, 2026, 8:00 PM Sat — HOLIDAY, High Demand, Weekend Event: Mannheim Steamroller Christmas at Genesee Theatre • 2416 seats, 203 N. Genesee St, Waukegan, IL 60085, US. From $83, Avg. price ~ $149, Tickets Available: 1874. Select Seats
- Dec 06, 2026, 7:00 PM Sun — LECTURE, Weekend Event: Tyler Henry at Genesee Theatre • 2416 seats, 203 N. Genesee St, Waukegan, IL 60085, US. From $92, Avg. price ~ $148, Tickets Available: 1175. Select Seats
- Dec 11, 2026, 8:00 PM Fri — ALTERNATIVE: Gavin DeGraw at Genesee Theatre • 2416 seats, 203 N. Genesee St, Waukegan, IL 60085, US. From $74, Avg. price ~ $111, Tickets Available: 944. Select Seats
- Dec 12, 2026, 7:00 PM Sat — Concert, Weekend Event: Songs You Remember at Genesee Theatre • 2416 seats, 203 N. Genesee St, Waukegan, IL 60085, US. From $72, Avg. price ~ $107, Tickets Available: 1113. Select Seats
- Dec 17, 2026, 6:30 PM Thu — BALLET, Best Value, High Demand: Dancenter North: The Magic of The Nutcracker at Genesee Theatre • 2416 seats, 203 N. Genesee St, Waukegan, IL 60085, US. From $28, Avg. price ~ $58, Tickets Available: 1146. Select Seats
- Dec 18, 2026, 6:30 PM Fri — BALLET, Best Value, High Demand: Dancenter North: The Magic of The Nutcracker at Genesee Theatre • 2416 seats, 203 N. Genesee St, Waukegan, IL 60085, US. From $29, Avg. price ~ $57, Tickets Available: 866. Select Seats
- Jan 08, 2027, 7:00 PM Fri — R&B / SOUL: The Temptations at Genesee Theatre • 2416 seats, 203 N. Genesee St, Waukegan, IL 60085, US. From $80, Avg. price ~ $119, Tickets Available: 996. Select Seats
- Jan 14, 2027, 7:30 PM Thu — Concert: Michael Cavanaugh - The Music of Billy Joel & Elton John at Genesee Theatre • 2416 seats, 203 N. Genesee St, Waukegan, IL 60085, US. From $53, Avg. price ~ $67, Tickets Available: 447. Select Seats
- Jan 23, 2027, 8:00 PM Sat — POP / ROCK, Weekend Event, Pay Later Available: Rob Thomas at Genesee Theatre • 2416 seats, 203 N. Genesee St, Waukegan, IL 60085, US. From $158, Avg. price ~ $253, Tickets Available: 465. Select Seats
- Feb 06, 2027, 7:00 PM Sat — HARD ROCK / METAL, Weekend Event: Warrant & Great White at Genesee Theatre • 2416 seats, 203 N. Genesee St, Waukegan, IL 60085, US. From $80, Avg. price ~ $113, Tickets Available: 761. Select Seats
- Feb 07, 2027, 7:00 PM Sun — POP / ROCK, Weekend Event: Air Supply at Genesee Theatre • 2416 seats, 203 N. Genesee St, Waukegan, IL 60085, US. From $92, Avg. price ~ $152, Tickets Available: 1126. Select Seats
- Feb 19, 2027, 7:30 PM Fri — POP / ROCK: You've Still Got A Friend - Carole King & James Taylor Tribute at Genesee Theatre • 2416 seats, 203 N. Genesee St, Waukegan, IL 60085, US. From $67, Avg. price ~ $91, Tickets Available: 1159. Select Seats
- Feb 28, 2027, 2:00 PM Sun — CHILDREN / FAMILY, Weekend Event: Sesame Street Live: Elmo's Got The Moves at Genesee Theatre • 2416 seats, 203 N. Genesee St, Waukegan, IL 60085, US. From $48, Avg. price ~ $78, Tickets Available: 877. Select Seats
- Apr 01, 2027, 7:30 PM Thu — ALTERNATIVE: The Psychedelic Furs & Living Colour at Genesee Theatre • 2416 seats, 203 N. Genesee St, Waukegan, IL 60085, US. From $80, Avg. price ~ $116, Tickets Available: 589. Select Seats
- Apr 22, 2027, 8:00 PM Thu — Concert: Scott Bradlee's Postmodern Jukebox at Genesee Theatre • 2416 seats, 203 N. Genesee St, Waukegan, IL 60085, US. From $53, Avg. price ~ $94, Tickets Available: 1785. Select Seats
- May 13, 2027, 7:30 PM Thu — Concert: David Foster & Katharine McPhee at Genesee Theatre • 2416 seats, 203 N. Genesee St, Waukegan, IL 60085, US. From $66, Avg. price ~ $111, Tickets Available: 937. Select Seats
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Waukegan Events by Month
Monthly pages help you find upcoming events by season, weekend, and date.
Events by Show & Venue
Browse Waukegan events by show and venue. Explore performance schedules, event counts, and upcoming dates across the city.
Patti LaBelle
203 N. Genesee St, Waukegan, IL 60085
Upcoming Events: 3
Nov 14, 2026 7:30 PM
Sara Evans
203 N. Genesee St, Waukegan, IL 60085
Upcoming Events: 16
Nov 19, 2026 7:30 PM
Black Violin
203 N. Genesee St, Waukegan, IL 60085
Upcoming Events: 8
Nov 20, 2026 7:00 PM
Mannheim Steamroller Christmas
203 N. Genesee St, Waukegan, IL 60085
Upcoming Events: 77
Dec 05, 2026 3:00 PM
Tyler Henry
203 N. Genesee St, Waukegan, IL 60085
Upcoming Events: 18
Dec 06, 2026 7:00 PM
Gavin Degraw
203 N. Genesee St, Waukegan, IL 60085
Upcoming Events: 3
Dec 11, 2026 8:00 PM
Songs You Remember
203 N. Genesee St, Waukegan, IL 60085
Upcoming Events: 1
Dec 12, 2026 7:00 PM
The Magic Of The Nutcracker
203 N. Genesee St, Waukegan, IL 60085
Upcoming Events: 5
Dec 17, 2026 6:30 PM
The Temptations
203 N. Genesee St, Waukegan, IL 60085
Upcoming Events: 26
Jan 08, 2027 7:00 PM
Michael Cavanaugh - The Music of Billy Joel & Elton John
203 N. Genesee St, Waukegan, IL 60085
Upcoming Events: 3
Jan 14, 2027 7:30 PM
Rob Thomas
203 N. Genesee St, Waukegan, IL 60085
Upcoming Events: 6
Jan 23, 2027 8:00 PM
Warrant
203 N. Genesee St, Waukegan, IL 60085
Upcoming Events: 10
Feb 06, 2027 7:00 PM
Air Supply
203 N. Genesee St, Waukegan, IL 60085
Upcoming Events: 22
Feb 07, 2027 7:00 PM
You've Still Got A Friend
203 N. Genesee St, Waukegan, IL 60085
Upcoming Events: 18
Feb 19, 2027 7:30 PM
Sesame Street Live: Elmo's Got The Moves
203 N. Genesee St, Waukegan, IL 60085
Upcoming Events: 53
Feb 28, 2027 2:00 PM
From long-running shows to packed venues, this list breaks down what’s playing across Waukegan. Check schedules, event counts, and upcoming dates by show and location.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about tickets, prices, and game day details.
What events are happening in Waukegan right now?
A little bit of everything — concerts, shows, sports, comedy. Waukegan rarely sits still. Check the schedule above to see what’s happening today, this week, or whenever you finally make plans.
How often is the event schedule updated?
Pretty often — like, more than your group chat actually commits to plans. New events get added as soon as dates and venues are confirmed.
Can I browse events by date or venue?
Yep. Filter by date, venue, or category and skip the endless scrolling. Your future self will appreciate it.
Are events held year-round in Waukegan?
Yeah — Waukegan doesn’t really take a season off. There’s always something going on, even when the weather’s doing its thing.
Where do events take place in Waukegan?
Everywhere — arenas, theaters, stadiums, clubs, and venues across Waukegan, IL. Big stages, small stages, and everything in between.
Do new events get added regularly?
All the time. If a tour drops or a game gets scheduled, it usually shows up here faster than you hear about it from friends.
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