The Waukegan Arts Council invites you to be part of one of the most exciting and diverse arts communities along the shore of Lake Michigan. Building on its rich cultural history, Waukegan has been home to scores of writers, actors, artists and musicians who have gone on to fame and fortune, including Ray Bradbury and Jack Benny.
Come and experience a wide variety of quality literary, performing and visual arts programming among Waukegan’s many long-standing and emerging arts and cultural venues. Throughout the year, residents and visitors can enjoy performances, festivals, film screenings, concerts, art exhibitions, classes, workshops and more.
Upcoming EventS
Indiviual Artist Grant Workshop
Wednesday, March 11th, 2026
6:30 p.m.
Three Brothers Theatre
221 N. Genesee Street
Waukegan, Illinois 60085
For more information on the grants applications, please visit the Grants section.
Please RSVP at waukeganartscouncil@gmail.com.
Public Art Grant Workshop
Saturday, March 14th, 2026
6:30 p.m.
Three Brothers Theatre
221 N. Genesee Street
Waukegan, Illinois 60085
For more information on the grants applications, please visit the Grants section.
Please RSVP at waukeganartscouncil@gmail.com.
Grant ApplicationS & Workshop
March 1, 2026: Grant applications open
March 11 and 14, 2026: Workshop to assist applicants with the application process. The workshop will be held at 6:30 p.m. at Three Brothers Theatre (221 N. Genesee Street, Waukegan, Illinois).
Artpie “30 Minute Artist” performance, 2024 winner of a Waukegan Arts Council Grant