Waukegan Arts Council

06/15/2026

Auditions are TONIGHT for Three Brothers Theatre Silent Waters, the first show of the 13th season! Drop in from 6-9PM at 221 N Genesee Street to audition.

Did you sign up for an audition slot yet? No sweat, drop in and join us tomorrow night for SILENT WATERS auditions.

June 15TH 6-9PM
221 N Genesee Street

06/12/2026

Did you know Waukegan will have its very own environmental film festival next weekend?

The inaugural Little Fort Environmental Films Festival is coming to Waukegan on Saturday, June 20, and Sunday, June 21, bringing award-winning films from around the world that explore our relationship with water, land, wildlife, and the communities that depend on them.

One film that hits especially close to home is "Sharing Our Shores," featuring the work of the Lake County Audubon Society and the endangered Piping Plovers that nest along our own Lake Michigan shoreline. It's a chance to learn more about one of Waukegan's most remarkable natural treasures and the people working to protect it.

With screenings and events taking place at Three Brothers Theatre, the Waukegan Public Library, and the Waukegan Historical Museum at the Carnegie, this new festival highlights both the beauty of our environment and the power of storytelling to inspire action.

Learn more and get your weekend pass at: littlefortfilmfestival.org

06/12/2026

The noon concert today at the Waukegan Public Library featured Ballet Folclorico Erandi! The free concerts are every Friday through the end of July except July 3rd. All are welcome.

06/06/2026

ALATS Dance is welcoming you to a Dance in the Park, featuring Chicago guest artist Kweku Bransa at Corrine J. Rose Park Pavilion A on June 14th! Event begins at 3:30 PM.

06/05/2026

Experience Pillars of Democracy: Unite & Rise, a traveling exhibition by artist and advocate Niki Johnson, now on display at the College of Lake County Lakeshore Campus Library in Downtown Waukegan.

The exhibition explores themes of democracy, civic engagement, equity, and community through powerful large-scale artwork.

Exhibit Hours
June 2 through June 28
Monday through Thursday
8AM to 4:30PM
College of Lake County Lakeshore Campus Library
34 N. Sheridan Road, Room 34-207

Join Niki Johnson for these free public events:

Community Conversation & Artist Talk
June 17 | 6PM to 8PM

Youth & Adult Art Workshop
June 22 | 6PM to 8PM

Pillars of Democracy: Unite & Rise is cosponsored by Illinois Humanities, Healing Illinois, and the League of Women Voters of Illinois. All events are free and open to the public.

06/05/2026

LEVEL UP your dance skills this summer with these three one-week dance workshops presented by Alats Dance Club!

Scan the QR code or visit www.alatsdance.com for more information and to register.

06/04/2026

Join ALATS Dance on June 14th for an afternoon of free dance performances at the park! 💃🕺✨

Event starts at 3:30 PM at Corrine J. Rose Park Pavilion A. Don't miss out!

05/29/2026

Muralists! Waukegan Park District might be looking for you!

Opportunity for Muralists:
Waukegan Park District /
Deadline to apply: Friday, June 12, 2026

The Waukegan Park District is looking for muralists to submit proposals for a large-scale public art installation honoring the 250th Anniversary of the United States.

This is a unique opportunity to help celebrate our nation’s history, diversity, and future. Artists with experience in large outdoor murals are encouraged to apply.

Follow the link here: www.waukeganparks.org/about/bids-quotes-rfps/

Questions? Contact Ty at: [email protected] or 847-360-4744

05/28/2026

✨Here are some upcoming events happening around Waukegan this week!

Got a public art event happening in Waukegan? Reach out to us through our socials or by emailing us at [email protected]!

05/21/2026

Artists! The ShadowBoxx Gallery deadline is fast approaching - it's this Saturday, May 23rd! Use the code WAUKFRIENDS and your submission is free.

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