Event Planning

Modern indoor space, incredible outdoor possibilities and flexible, no-hassle service

The Lake County Fairgrounds, located in Grayslake, Illinois, are located half way between Chicago and Milwaukee with easy access to interstates, O’Hare and General Mitchell International Airports, within walking distance of two commuter rail lines to Chicago, just minutes from shopping centers and Six Flags Great America, and over 8,000 hotel rooms. The 160 acre fairgrounds feature a 65,000sf Expo Hall, meeting rooms, four modern livestock barns, and ample free parking. 

From the Expo Building with its flexible meeting space to the cost-effective services, Lake County Fairgrounds can help make your event something exciting and affordable. Whether it's an auction, car/boat/RV show or craft expo or a graduation, fundraiser or holiday party, we can handle your needs and always with a smile and our famous country hospitality.

NEW IN 2013!!! We are pleased to welcome our new food concessionaire –
Parkway Banquets & Catering. Parkway Banquets has been providing banquet and catering services in Lake County and the surrounding area for nearly 20 years and will now operate our concessions for Expo Center events starting in January 2013 as well as providing for the catering needs of our Expo Center event promoters. Watch for their new menu with weekly specials and enjoy a meal or a snack while you’re at the Lake County Fairgrounds!