Gurnee News & Updates

Gurnee Mills will have extended holiday shopping hours on Christmas Eve, closing at 6 p.m. This allows for last-minute gift purchases before the holiday.

Gurnee Mills will offer extended holiday shopping hours for last-minute shoppers. The mall will be open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Tuesday and from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Christmas Eve.

The B.J. Hooper Elementary School Choir will perform a Classic Candlelight Christmas program on December 21st. The event will feature the choir performing at Gurnee Mills.

A Gurnee couple recently filmed a holiday romance movie titled "Exes of Christmas Past" in the Chicago area. The film aims to showcase a northern Illinois Christmas on screen.

The Canadian Pacific Holiday Train will be stopping in Franklin Park, IL on Sunday, November 23rd. The event is scheduled from 5:30 to 6 p.m. near the Ruby Street Railway Crossing.

DIY Snowy Jar Kits are available for a Christmas Craft Night To Go. These kits can be picked up between 1 PM and 4 PM on December 11th.

A Christmas Holiday Housewalk will feature historic homes in the Riverview area. The event is scheduled for 11 AM on December 2nd.

Old Grand Avenue will be closed for a Christmas Lights Event. The closure will be in effect starting at 5 PM on Friday.