The Monthly Explosion of the Arts
The Monthly Explosion of the Arts
Galleries and Venues
The amazing L-Theory Collective Dance presents Dark Matter during November ArtWauk. Tickets may be purchased in advance or at the door while seats are available.
Three Brothers Theatre
221 N. Genesee Street
CLC PACE program takes on our collective eco-challenges to embody an ethos of action with Joey FineRhyme, an educator, public speaker, raptivist and freestyle rhyme extraordinaire. The anchor for many of FineRhyme's lyrics turns to the ethos of Be the Change.
Three Brothers Theatre
221 N. Genesee Street
The "Art of Celebration" showcases artist Peg Raasch! Enjoy live music by Sammie Arizmendi, crafts, conversation, and refreshments.
Dandelion Gallery
109 S. Genesee
Belvidere Cinema Gallery features Once Upon A Time in Mexico FREE for November ArtWauk. Grab some popcorn and enjoy this action packed treasure! (Rated R)
Belvidere Cinema Gallery
2145 Belvidere
The Waukegan Concert Chorus presents Britten & Baroque right before November ArtWauk at 4pm!
Jack Benny Center for the Arts
39 Jack Benny Drive
Where's the party? Join DJ Spontaneous, ALBY and Quinn for a movin' and groovin' good time. 8pm
Nightshade and Dark's Pandemonium Brewing
216 W. Clayton Street
It's the Grand Opening as Mary's Estate Sales @ Sidecar Studios! Art, vintage items, nostalgia and more! Find out about - and sign up for - creative workshops.
Mary's Estate Sales @ Sidecar Studios
405 Washington Street
Stop by Kapheim Studio and be thrilled and inspiredby Thom and Carol's Art!
Kapheim Studio
122 Washington Street
Swing by The Art Experience to see what's new! Come by after dark to get the full glow-in-the-dark effect!
The Art Experience
116 N. Genesee Street
Girl Named Tom's One More Christmas Tour celebrates the holidays with original songs and a fresh take on popular yuletide classics. What a way to kick off the holiday season!
Genesee Theatre
203 N. Genesee St.
You gotta song in you that just NEEDS to get out? Luckily, November ArtWauk Open Mic Night is 8pm with sign up starting at 7pm!
Green Town Tavern
110 S. Genesee Street
Kohl Children's Museum free Pop-Up is opening just before October ArtWauk kicks off. Big fun for your littles.
8:30am - 1:30pm
College of Lake County Lakeshore
33 N. Genesee Street, 2nd Floor
Transformed by Lake Michigan photographs are on display and available for purchase at Dinosaur!
Dinosaur Studio Tattoo
116 S. Genesee
Swing by Green Town to get refreshments - and even dinner - while you're strolling around November ArtWauk!
Green Town Tavern
110 S. Genesee Street
Your This and That Shop has antiques, retro hard-to-finds, vintage jewelry, and more. Stop in to see what's change and what you can't live without!
Your This and That Shop
127 Water Street
Win Win Restaurant & Bar will delight you with amazing food. Stop in and enjoy!
Win Win Restaurant & Bar
30 N. Genesee Street
Come out and join us for the Artwalk and see where you stand! Ms. Regina with House of Real Estate and Liz Randolph Starks with Guaranteed Rate will be here to help you with all your Real Estate needs! 5 and 7pm
House of Real Estate
100 S. Genesee
Meet Liz Randolph Starks with Guaranteed Rate who will be onsite when you stop by House of Real Estate!
House of Real Estate
100 S. Genesee
Stop by Nightshade for a quick one or two, walking or take the shuttle around ArtWauk, then stop back later!
Nightshade & Dark
216 W Clayton
Made to order meals - jerk, vegetarian, Jamaican ... all TASTY!
Mama Jerk N Tings
29 N. Genesee St.
A Cuban Experience, Waukegan's Cigar Lounge invites cigar aficionados, novices and everyone in-between to enjoy the hip, cool environs and a good smoke. Art by Thom Kapheim, comfy chairs from Soto Furniture, and wonderful cigars.
A Cuban Experience
119 N. Genesee Street
See the amazing work of the certified creative artists on staff ... then get something started!
Dinosaur Studio Tattoo
116 S. Genesee
Horsefeathers! Stop in for that same special atmosphere. Join their email list!
Horsefeathers
129 N. Genesee
Unlock your full potential through the joy of music! Arize Beyond Production music lessons and group classes are designed to foster a love of music and provide the tools for success in a truly supportive environment.
Arize Beyond Productions
118 S. Genesee Street
Tom and his team always make you feel welcome. Stop in for burgers, a broad selection of Whiskey and more!
The Taproom
36 N. Genesee
Stop by our Waukegan Public Library to see the fantastic painted window by artist Sam the Jam! It'll get you in the mood for the holidays! (Window viewing is from the outside only.)
Waukegan Public Library
128 N. County Street
Family Piano Co. is technician-owned and operated. It's famous "Rent to Own" Piano rental is back!
Family Piano Co.
118 S. Genesee Street
Located in downtown since 1977! Two stores - family owned and operated. Stop and shop!
Reyes at 20 S. Genesee St.
El Potosi at 300 N. Genesee St.
Want to park once and be shuttled around ArtWauk? The Waukegan Bulldog Pride bus is available to take you to all the hot spots!
General route is: Dandelion Gallery, intersection of Washington & Genesee, Three Brothers Theatre, Nightshade & Dark's Pandemonium Brewing, Mary's Estate Sales @ Sidecar Studios, Kapheim Studios! But if you're nice, the driver might stop and pick you up wherever you
La Opera Grill & Bar is the ArtWauk stop for potent potables. Enjoy a quiet space or hit the juke box! The staff is friendly, too!
La Opera
133 N. Genesee Street
China Garden is a simple stop for traditional Chinese food before, during or after you've hit the galleries and venues of ArtWauk. Tucked away in a strip at the north of the District, it never disappoints.
China Garden
318 N. Genesee Street
DECEMBER 2nd!
Kris Kringle Market is back, this time at the Waukegan Public Library from 1 - 8pm. Get your holiday shopping started (or completed, if you're ahead of the game.)
Waukegan Public Library
128 N. County Street
DECEMBER 2nd!
Waukegan's Official Tree Lighting, thanks in part to Waukegan Main Street, Waukegan Chamber of Commerce and the City at 5pm! Live music! Santa!
Jack Benny Plaza
140 N. Genesee Street
DECEMBER 2nd!
It's Santa! I know him!
Bring your camera and come visit Santa Claus at the Waukegan Public Library after the Tree Lighting! Give him your wish list and make sure you're on the "Nice" List between 6 - 8pm!
Waukegan Public Library
128 N. County Street
Use the new color-coded map to help you navigate Downtown Waukegan, during ArtWauk and beyond!
Blue dots are Arts & Entertainment
Green dots are Shopping, Gifts & More
Purple dots are Health, Wellness, Self-Care
Orange dots are Food & Spirits
Black dots are Services
