Calendar of Events

from Antioch Chamber Guide for 2023

by Southern Lakes Newspapers / Rock Valley Publishing

Ghosts in Downtown

ANTIOCH’S 2023 EVENTS

JANURY

21 – WINE WALK

Noon to 4 p.m., Winter Wine Walk around downtown. Tickets sell out for this popular event, so get yours soon. For info and tickets visit Antioch.IL.gov or call 847-395-2160.

FEBRUARY

4 – COMEDY NIGHT & DINNER

Enjoy an evening at Antioch’s Comedy Night. Includes dinner, raffles and silent auction with stand-up comedian. Evening benefits local charities.

Advance ticket sales at AntiochChamber.org. Hosted by the Antioch Chamber and the Antioch Junior Woman’s Club. Sponsored by Raymond Chevrolet Kia.

11 – DADDY DAUGHTER DANCE

Dance the Night away while enjoying pizza and raffles, a perfect time for dads and daughters! For info and tickets visit Antioch. IL.gov or call 847-395-2160.

MARCH

3 and 4 – VINTAGE SHOP HOP

A self-guided road trip to over 400 vintage shops, antique stores and boutiques in the Northern Illinois & Southern Wisconsin region. The Antioch shop owners will roll out the red carpet for you with special shop hop promotions, treats, demonstrations and discounts. Grab your friends. Come to downtown Antioch. Visit participating shops and find details at AntiochChamber.org.

11 – MOM SON BOWLING

Moms and Sons will enjoy two hours bowling, pizza, beverage, and raffles.

For info and tickets visit Antioch.IL.gov or call 847-395-2160.

APRIL

13 – FLASHLIGHT EASTER EGG HUNT

Kids, age 10 to 15 years, will enjoy this evening Flashlight Easter Egg Hunt. For info and tickets visit Antioch.IL.gov or call 847395-2160.

15 – EASTER PARADE & EGG HUNT

Easter Parade at 10:30 a.m. and Egg Hunt at 11 a.m. at William Brook Entertainment Center (bandshell). For info and tickets visit Antioch.IL.gov or call 847395-2160.

29 – BIKE RESALE

Sell a bike, buy a bike. Bikes and Accessories accepted. For info visit Antioch. IL.gov or call 847-395-2160.

MAY

TBA – ANTIOCH CHAMBER FUNDRAISING GOLF OUTING

Benefitting Open Arms Food Pantry. Enjoy the greens of Fox Lake Golf Course as you begin with a 1:00 pm Shotgun Start. Outing includes 18 holes with cart, competitions, dinner and raffles. Public is welcome to attend. Visit AntiochChamber. org for info. Sponsored by Raymond Chevrolet Kia.

JUNE

3 – WINE WALK

Noon to 3 p.m., Summer Wine Walk around downtown. Tickets sell out for this popular event, so get yours soon. For info and tickets visit Antioch.IL.gov or call 847395-2160.

8, 15, 22 and 29 – IT’S THURSDAY CONCERT

Thursday night concerts at the Antioch Bandshell, 7 p.m. Visit the Parks Department at Antioch.IL.Gov for band information.

8, 15, 22 and 29 –FARMERS MARKET

Thursdays 4 to 7 p.m. on the corner of Main Street and Orchard. Farm fresh produce and other vendors. For info visit Antioch.il.gov or call 847-395-2160.

24 – WIZARDS WEEKEND DAY

DAY-LONG MAGICAL FUN IN

DOWNTOWN ANTIOCH. Four fun magical events in one day: • Kids School of Magic, Morning, ages 7 to 13 • Magical Moments, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., experience magical moments in downtown shops. • Wizard Pop-Up Magical Crafters, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., downtown • Wizard Finale – TBA

For more information, visit

AntiochChamber.org. Sponsored by

Raymond Chevrolet Kia.

JULY

4 – INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION

Antioch’s Independence Day celebration. Come to downtown Antioch for a day of fun with a parade starting at 10:30 a.m. Bands and activities 4 to 9 p.m. at Williams Park. Fireworks at 9:15 p.m. For info visit Antioch. IL.gov or call 847-395-2160.

6, 20, 27 – IT’S THURSDAY CONCERTS

Thursday night concerts at the Antioch Bandshell, 7 p.m. Visit the Parks Department at Antioch.IL.gov for band information.

6, 20, 27 – FARMERS MARKET

Thursdays, 4 to 7 p.m., on the corner of Main Street and Orchard. Farm fresh produce and other vendors. For info visit Antioch.il.gov or call 847-395-2160.

13 to 16 – TASTE OF SUMMER FESTIVAL WITH SIDEWALK SALES

Join us for four days of food, music, carnival and sidewalk sales. Musical fun for the whole family. Free admission for everyone. Also enjoy sidewalk sales around downtown shops. Musical performances by: 7th Heaven, Think Floyd, Hi Infidelity, Heartache Tonight; plus more musical entertainment throughout each day. Visit AntiochChamber.org. Sponsored by Raymond Chevrolet Kia.

13 to 15 – MUSICAL LIGHT SHOWS

Antioch’s Musical Light Show at Antioch’s Bandshell will be themed each evening during the Taste. Free admission for this spectacular event. Visit AntiochChamber.org. Sponsored by Raymond Chevrolet Kia.

30 – CHICKEN BBQ PIG ROAST & AUCTION

Get ready for some great barbecue at the Antioch Lion’s Club Chicken BBQ, Pig Roast and Auction on Sunday, July 30th. Visit facebook.com/LionsClubOfAntioch for information.

AUGUST

3, 10 – IT’S THURSDAY CONCERTS

Thursday night concerts at the Antioch Bandshell, 7 p.m. August 3rd is the Classic Car Show too! Visit the Parks Department at Antioch.IL.gov for info.

3, 10 – FARMERS MARKET

Thursdays, 4 to 7 p.m., on the corner of Main Street and Orchard. Farm fresh produce and other vendors. For info visit Antioch.il.gov or call 847-395-2160.

* Registration and admission cost for some events. Please visit AntiochChamber.org for exact dates and information. Some events are still under development at the time of printing this publication. Highlighted events are hosted by the Antioch Chamber, sponsored by Raymond Chevrolet Kia.

ANTIOCH’S 2023 EVENTS

17 – MARGARITA PARTYVILLE w/AFTER PARTY

Celebrate summer and wear your

Margaritavile best while you party around downtown businesses for raffles and scavenger hunt clues from 5 to 9 p.m. Food, contests, prizes and a “It’s 5 O’Clock Somewhere” at the After

Party. (21+) Visit AntiochChamber.org,

SEPTEMBER

7, 14 – FARMERS MARKET

Thursdays 4 to 7 p.m. on the corner of Main Street and Orchard. Farm fresh produce and other vendors. For info visit Antioch.il.gov or call 847-395-2160.

23 – WINE WALK

Fall Wine Walk around downtown. Tickets sell out for this popular event, so get yours soon. For info and tickets visit Antioch.IL.gov or call 847-395-2160.

24 – PANCAKE BREAKFAST

Antioch’s Fire Department is flipping pancakes for its annual Pancake Breakfast. Join them at Fire Department Station 1, from 7 a.m. to noon. Learn more at AntiochFire. org.

OCTOBER

6 and 7 – VINTAGE SHOP HOP

7 – ANTIOCH ROTARY PORK CHOP DINNER & AUCTION

This annual dinner auction is a community favorite which helps raise money for many worthwhile causes! Hosted by the Rotary Club of Antioch, visit AntiochRotary. org for complete information.

14 – ANTIOCH CRAFT BEER WALK

Enjoy an afternoon sampling craft beers and enjoy street tacos in downtown Antioch. Receive a beer mug, map, coupons, a savings on some holiday spirts, and fun! Visit AntiochChamber. org for event information. Sponsored by Raymond Chevrolet Kia.

15 – 62nd ANNUAL SPAGHETTI DINNER

Join the Scouts for their annual spaghetti dinner at the Moose Lodge, from noon to 6 p.m. Visit AntiochChamber.org for more information.

19 – WITCHES NIGHT OUT w/AFTER PARTY

Witches (ladies) dress in your witchy best for a chance to win prizes and browse throughout downtown shops searching for scavenger hunt clues from 5 to 9 p.m. Food, contests, prizes and a Witch Potion at After Party. (21+) Visit AntiochChamber.org. Sponsored by Raymond Chevrolet Kia.

21 – TREAT THE STREETS/HARVEST FEST

Treat the Streets starts at noon and runs until 2 p.m. in downtown Antioch. Harvest Fest starts at 1 p.m. at the bandshell, Pumpkin Roll, costume contests, food and games, live music. For info and tickets visit Antioch.IL.gov or call 847-395-2160.

NOVEMBER

TBA – Thanks and Giving. Watch for opportunities to “Give Back” this November and December in downtown Antioch. Help those in need at various neighborhood shops! Visit AntiochChamber.org for more details.

4 – CHAMPAGNE WALK with BRUNCH

Enjoy an afternoon on sampling champagnes at various shops and restaurants/bars along with a delightful brunch. Three seatings of brunch available. Receive a champagne glass, keepake bag, champagne samples, brunch and a savings on some holiday spirits! Visit AntiochChambe.org. Sponsored by Raymond Chevrolet Kia.

CHRISTMAS TREE DECORATING CONTEST

Bring your family, class, church, or business inside Kringle’s Christmas Village to decorate a tree for the holidays. We provide the trees; you provide the lights and decorations. Prizes are awarded. Visit AntiochChamber.org for info. Sponsored by Raymond Chevrolet Kia.

18 - GRINCH VS. SANTA BRUNCH

Enjoy brunch while helping Santa save Christmas! Numerous photo ops, movie, games, a craft plus a gift for the kids. Visit AntiochChamber.org for info and tickets, sponsored by Raymond Chevrolet Kia.

23 to Jan. 1 – DICKENS HOLIDAY VILLAGE

Open daily Thanksgiving through New Year’s, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Enjoy handcrafted Dickens scenes inside Kringle’s Christmas Village in downtown Antioch. Read the story of each scene as you tour our Dickens Exhibit. Located at 510 Orchard St. Visit AntiochChamber.org. Sponsored by Raymond Chevrolet Kia.

23 to Jan. 1 – KRINGLE’S CHRISTMAS VILLAGE

Enjoy dozens of oversized holiday shadow boxes and holiday decor. Open daily Thanksgiving till New Year’s, 10 am till 8 pm. Located at 510 Orchard St. in downtown Antioch, free admission.

AntiochChamber.org, Sponsored by Raymond Chevrolet Kia.

24 – CHRISTMAS PARADE and TREE LIGHTING

Celebrate the holidays at the evening Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting in downtown Antioch. Parade begins at 6:30 p.m. followed by the Tree Lighting Ceremony at the bandshell. For info visit Antioch.IL.gov or call 847-395-2160.

25 – SHOP SMALL SATURDAY IN ANTIOCH

Join us on for Shop Small Saturday in Antioch. Visit your neighborhood shops to enjoy Shop Small specials. Visit AntiochChamber.org for more information.

DECEMBER

1 to 16 – SANTA AT THE SAWMILL

Visit Santa on Fridays and Saturdays at the Sawmill, from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Bring your camera for wonderful photos. For info visit Antioch.IL.gov or call 847-395-2160.

1 to 25 – HOLIDAY MUSICAL LIGHT SHOWS

Daily from 4 to 9 p.m. Bring your family and friends to Antioch’s bandshell (on Skidmore) during the holidays to enjoy a musical light show from the comfort of your car! Free admission. Continuous running light show (20 minutes each). Two shows: One show for “even” days, another for “odd days” during December. Visit AntiochChamber.org. Sponsored by Raymond Chevrolet Kia.

1 to Jan. 1 – DICKENS HOLIDAY VILLAGE

Open daily Thanksgiving thru New Year’s, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Enjoy handcrafted Dickens scenes inside Kringle’s Christmas Village in Downtown Antioch. Read the story of each scene as you tour our Dickens Exhibit. Located at 510 Orchard St. Visit AntiochChamber.org. Sponsored by Raymond Chevrolet Kia.

1 to Jan. 1 – KRINGLE’S CHRISTMAS VILLAGE

Enjoy dozens of oversized holiday shadow boxes and holiday decor. Open daily Thanksgiving till New Year’s, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Located at 510 Orchard St/ in downtown Antioch. Free admission.

For more information, visit AntiochChamber.org. Sponsored by Raymond Chevrolet Kia.

ANTIOCH’S 2023 EVENTS

2 to 17 – FESTIVAL OF TREES

Enter your decorated tree to win prizes, bring your family and friends to enjoy the decorated trees. Schools, businesses, and churches are all invited to participate! For info visit Antioch.IL.gov or call 847-3952160.

7 – ELVES NIGHT OUT

Elves Night Out and Ugly Sweaters with After Party. Ladies, join us from 5 to 9 p.m. Wear your favorite elf hat and/ or Christmas sweater (ugly or cute) for a chance to win prizes! Enjoy contests, sign up for raffles and have fun around downtown shops. Followed by the After Party with food, contests, prizes, and an Elf Potion. (21+)

For info, visit AntiochChamber.org. Sponsored by Raymond Chevrolet Kia.