Taste of Grayslake Family Picnic & Fireworks

Save the date for June 27, 2026

Grayslake Park District, Grayslake Chamber of Commerce & Village of Grayslake present:

Taste of Grayslake Family Picnic & Fireworks
Saturday, June 27 | 3:00–10:00 PM
Grayslake Central Park (250 Library Lane, Grayslake, IL 60030)

Join us for an unforgettable summer tradition at the Taste of Grayslake Family Picnic & Fireworks. This annual event offers a perfect blend of family fun, delicious food, and live entertainment. Explore a variety of food vendors, enjoy thrilling carnival rides, and connect with local businesses in a welcoming community atmosphere.

Fireworks will be at dusk.

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Live Music Lineup:

  • Brass on Fire | 5:00–7:00 PM
  • Modern Day Romeos | 7:30–9:30 PM

Alcohol Tent Offerings (while supplies last):

  • Coors Lite
  • Shanty
  • Yuengling
  • Modelo
  • Mikes Strawberry
  • Black Cherry White Claw
  • Vodka Crush
  • Cutwater Lime Margarita
  • Tequila Paloma
  • Sun Cruiser Arnold Palmer

Grab your favorite drink and enjoy the fun – tickets are just $7!

Food Vendors:

  • Roasted Corn & Co
  • Papa Johns Pizza
  • Supermercado San Judas Inc.
  • Awesome Mini Donuts
  • Brat Shop
  • Tres Flores Funnel Cakes
  • BBQ Productions
  • Buona Companies
  • Da Local Boy
  • Grayslake Dog n Suds
  • Johnny Boys Mini Donuts
  • Rainbow Cone
  • Taqueria Los Naranjos
  • Tiki Terrace LLC
  • Tropical Chill
  • Your Sister’s Tomato
  • Glunz Family Winery and Cellars
  • Mama Jerk N Tings
  • Soda Squeezed
  • Travelin Toms of Grayslake
  • Ingrid’s Tasty Treats
  • Barones Restaurant
  • Cousins Maine Lobster
  • The Boba Lady
  • The Lumpia Lady
  • Scouts BSAT Troops 96 & 1996

Carnival Rides:

  • $28 unlimited ride wristbands available for purchase from 3-5pm and can be used from 3-6pm. $27.00 with cash discount.
  • Payment accepted: Credit Card/Apple Pay/ or Cash

As the evening concludes, gather with family and friends for a spectacular fireworks display at dusk that will light up the night sky. Bring your picnic blankets, savor great food, and create lasting memories at the Taste of Grayslake.

Parking available at Grayslake Middle School & Grayslake Central High School. Handicap parking available at Gelatin Park.

 

Thank You to Our Sponsors

Community Partners:

Fireworks Sponsor:

 

Firecracker Sponsor:

 

Beer Tent Sponsors:

Gold Sponsor:

Silver Sponsors:

For Your Safety:

  • No full-face coverings allowed (medical masks are permitted).
  • Bags are subject to search.
  • Police drone monitoring will be in use.
  • Personal drone use is not permitted.
  • No glass bottles allowed in the park.