The Monthly Explosion of the Arts
The Monthly Explosion of the Arts
Galleries and Venues
Dandelion Gallery presents "Liberation and Unity" for June ArtWauk!
109 S. Genesee Street
Patrick Tufo and friends welcome you with a wide variety of artistic styles, Plato the puppy, and good conversation as Tufo starts his second 10 years on Genesee!
116b N. Genesee Street
Dinosaur Studio Tattoo hit the 10 year mark back in March and continues going strong! Stop in and start something with Mark, Bill and crew.
116 S. Genesee Street
Sidecar Studios has been open by appointment only, but worth the effort! New masks, jewelry, lip balm, soaps, and a variety of artists' works.
405 Washington Street
One Crown Studio has some of the freshest art around. If you haven't stopped in, take a minute or hour or so to take in the experience.
19 N. Genesee Street
The Kapheim Studio new exhibit "Drawing is my first love" debuts at June ArtWauk. Take your time and be astonished at the works and the multi-story gallery!
122 Washington Street
ArtPark is in transition while its original space underwent demolition and is being leveled out. The ArtPark creatives jumped across the street to Stern's Plaza, down to the Harbor at Siver Park and over in Jack Benny Plaza. Stop, chat and shop!
Stern's Plaza, 37 S. Genesee Street
Siver Park, 174 S. Harbor Place
Jack Benny Plaza, 140 N. Genesee Street
Waukegan Harbor Gallery features artist Lenny Palmer and musical entertainment by Crooked Fences. Grab a snack by Dockside Deli and drink then check out the views, too!
55 S. Harbor Place
Artist Luke McFadden's solo exhibition of his AMBASSADORS series reopens ArtPie for June ArtWauk. This series of ten assemblages depict life-giving connections across racial lines. There will be a brief art talk at 6pm.
608 North Avenue
The Genesee Theatre opened up again! You've just missed Under the Streetlamp, but can still get tickets for Brit Floyd in August! Check out the Genesee's new line up!
203 N. Genesee Street
Three Brothers Theatre is throwing a bash and you are invited! Join them for Royal Tea for Royalties on Sunday, August 8th. Mark your calendar and look forward to more info soon!
221 N. Genesee Street and
115 N. Genesee Street
Green Town on the Rocks is back in the Dockside area! Open for drinks, fun and awesome views ... and sometimes a food truck and music. Enjoy the firepits on cool nights and the lake breeze on warm evenings.
175 N. Harbor Place
Win Win Restaurant & Bar will delight you with amazing food during ArtWauk, but they are also open seven days a week for all meals. Stop in and say Hi to Armando and the crew!
32 N. Genesee Street
Tom and his team always make you feel welcome at The Taproom! They have a variety of beer, wine and alcohol, pub food and popcorn, and a great juke box!
36 N. Genesee Street
Taqueria Guerrero will knock your socks off with their guacamole, micheladas, and more!
205 Water Street
Step into Green Town Tavern and feel like a 'regular'! They offer 100 different beers, good food and a lively atmosphere.
110 S. Genesee Street
Join the fine folks at Nightshade and Dark Pandemonium Brewing and Oppidan Spirits for a night of fun, festivities and freakin' good drinks! AND for live painting by artist Shelly Johnson!
216 W. Clayton Street
Your This and That Shop has antique, retro hard-to-finds, vintage jewelry, and more. They are by appointment only right now, so give them a call at (847) 302-0689
127 Water Street
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.
119 N. Genesee Street
Hayze LLC is your one stop shop for everything vape. Hazy with thick clouds rolling out and amazing juice flavors, you should stop by and check them out!
102 S. Genesee Street
They're called omgbowls because you're going to say "OMG, these are so good"! They offer a variety of healthy, tasty bowls, tacos, wings, and more. Order ahead at (224) 656-5445.
106 S. Genesee Street
Family Piano Co. is technician-owned and operated, with an experienced staff who love to share their knowledge with you throughout the buying process.
118 S. Genesee Street
Olson's Ace Hardware is the one stop shop for art supplies and more. This store was the first Ace store to be franchised when Ace Hardware Corporation was sold to the Ace Hardware store owners making it store number #1!
239 N. Genesee Street
Horsefeathers is OPEN! That's great news for this longstanding institution in our downtown! Lots of new rules and regs, but the same special atmosphere. Stop in and welcome Jennifer, Jim and the gang back.
129 N. Genesee Street
Ooo Wee! Sweet Tea brings you some of the finest teas in town, soon to include fermented tea. Along with liquid refreshments, enjoy a Jerk menu and gaming.
29 N. Genesee Street
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!
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.
318 N. Genesee Street