Elawa Farm
Today, our mission is to steward a historic farm that enriches greater Lake County as a center for experiential learning to broaden access to education, nutritious food, and our local food system.
Through a public-private partnership, Elawa Farm Foundation and the City of Lake Forest work together to steward this historic campus. The City of Lake Forest owns the property and maintains the historic buildings.
Elawa Farm Foundation provides community programming and educational interpretation ...
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Sustainable Vegetable Gardening Workshop
Join Elaine Madansky, our Edible Garden Specialist, for an immersive outdoor workshop on sustainable v...
- Saturday, Jun 13, 2026
- 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- $79 per ticket
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Demo Cooking Class: Spring Steakhouse at Home with Chef Mickey Knutson
Bring the steakhouse experience home with Chef Mickey in this spring-inspired demonstration class that...
- Tuesday, Jun 16, 2026
- 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- $121 per ticket
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EVENT - Community Dinners: Burger Night on June 17th
Join us again this year for Burger Night, a casual community dinner celebrating good food and even bet...
- Wednesday, Jun 17, 2026
- 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- $42 per ticket
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Summer Solstice Sound Bath Experience with Mina Multack
Join us for a restorative sound bath experience inspired by the energy of the Summer Solstice — a seas...
- Thursday, Jun 18, 2026
- 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
- $37 per ticket
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2026 Summer Solstice BBQ
Event runs from 6:30pm - 9pm, rain or shine.
Celebrate the longest day of the year on the farm with ...- Saturday, Jun 20, 2026
- 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
- Starting at $210 per ticket
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Demo Cooking Class: North Country Shore Dinner with Chef Mickey Knutson
Escape to the lakeside with Chef Mickey in this relaxed, seasonal demonstration inspired by the flavor...
- Tuesday, Jun 23, 2026
- 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- $121 per ticket
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EVENT - Community Dinners: Burger Night on June 24th
Join us again this year for Burger Night, a casual community dinner celebrating good food and even bet...
- Wednesday, Jun 24, 2026
- 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- $42 per ticket
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EVENT - Community Dinners: Summer Grill Night on June 25th
Gather around for Summer Grill Night, a weekly outdoor dinner that celebrates the best of the season, ...
- Thursday, Jun 25, 2026
- 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- $72 per ticket
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Demo Cooking Class: Chicago Classics (Summer Edition) with Chef Mickey Knutson
Celebrate the flavors of the city with Chef Mickey in this summer-inspired take on beloved local favor...
- Tuesday, Jun 30, 2026
- 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- $121 per ticket
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EVENT - Community Dinners: Burger Night on July 1st
Join us again this year for Burger Night, a casual community dinner celebrating good food and even bet...
- Wednesday, Jul 1, 2026
- 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- $42 per ticket
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EVENT - America 250 Celebration Dinner
Join Elawa Farm and the City of Lake Forest as we celebrate America’s 250th with an elevated dinner se...
- Friday, Jul 3, 2026
- 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- $158 per ticket
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Demo Cooking Class: July Provencal with Chef Mickey Knutson
Transport yourself to the sun-soaked countryside of southern France with Chef Mickey in this vibrant s...
- Tuesday, Jul 7, 2026
- 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- $121 per ticket
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EVENT - July Farm Dinner: Golden Hour | Fri. 7/10
Golden Hour is our July Farm Dinner—an invitation to slow down and savor the height of our favorite se...
- Friday, Jul 10, 2026
- 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- $142 per ticket
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Girls Who Grill with Babs Boards
Girls Who Grill is the ultimate beginner-friendly grilling class designed to help you master the gas g...
- Monday, Jul 13, 2026
- 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
- $105 per ticket
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Demo Cooking Class: High Summer Italian Vegetarian with Chef Mickey Knutson
Celebrate the peak of summer with Chef Mickey in this vibrant vegetarian demonstration inspired by the...
- Tuesday, Jul 14, 2026
- 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- $121 per ticket
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Preserving Fruits With Emily Paster
Join food preservation expert and cookbook author Emily Paster to learn how to preserve fruits and veg...
- Monday, Jul 20, 2026
- 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- $132 per ticket
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Demo Cooking Class: Supreme Backyard Supper with Chef Mickey Knutson
Celebrate the flavors of summer entertaining with Chef Mickey in this relaxed, flavor-forward demonstr...
- Tuesday, Jul 21, 2026
- 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- $121 per ticket
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EVENT - Community Dinners: Burger Night on July 22nd
Join us again this year for Burger Night, a casual community dinner celebrating good food and even bet...
- Wednesday, Jul 22, 2026
- 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- $42 per ticket
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EVENT - Community Dinners: Summer Grill Night on July 23rd
Gather around for Summer Grill Night, a weekly outdoor dinner that celebrates the best of the season, ...
- Thursday, Jul 23, 2026
- 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- $79 per ticket
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Northern Lights in Watercolor with Evelyn Phelps
Join us for a watercolor class where you will be painting a breathtaking scene of Northern Lights dan...
- Friday, Jul 24, 2026
- 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
- $84 per ticket
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Oaxacan Cheese-Making with Chef Ernesto of El Molcajete Sauces (Cooking Class)
Discover the rich traditions of Oaxaca in this hands-on cheese-making experience with Chef Ernesto fro...
- Monday, Jul 27, 2026
- 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- $121 per ticket
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Demo Cooking Class: Mediterranean Summer Supper with Chef Mickey Knutson
Celebrate the sun-drenched flavors of the Mediterranean with Chef Mickey in this vibrant summer demons...
- Tuesday, Jul 28, 2026
- 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- $121 per ticket
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Pickling Three Ways With Emily Paster
Join food preservation expert and cookbook author Emily Paster to learn how to transform vegetables in...
- Wednesday, Jul 29, 2026
- 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- $132 per ticket
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EVENT - Community Dinners: Burger Night on July 29th
Join us again this year for Burger Night, a casual community dinner celebrating good food and even bet...
- Wednesday, Jul 29, 2026
- 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- $42 per ticket
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EVENT - Community Dinners: Summer Grill Night on July 30th
Gather around for Summer Grill Night, a weekly outdoor dinner that celebrates the best of the season, ...
- Thursday, Jul 30, 2026
- 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- $69 per ticket
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Feathery Friends
Come meet our curious and friendly chickens on a guided visit with Assistant Farm Manager, Georgia DeS...
- Multiple dates between Jun 12 and Aug 29, 2026
- Multiple times
- $11 per ticket
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Goat Stroll
Join our Assistant Farm Manager, Georgia DeSilva, and our adorable goats for an energizing walk around...
- Multiple dates between Jun 12 and Sep 5, 2026
- 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
- $27 per ticket
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Flower Social
Join us for an engaging evening of flowers, food, and friendship! Sip on wine and enjoy savory appetiz...
- Thursday, Aug 6 and Friday, Aug 14, 2026
- 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
- $75 per ticket
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Yoga on the Farm
Unroll your mat and enjoy the scenery of Elawa Farm’s restored gardens as our Yoga Instructor guides y...
- Multiple dates between Jun 13 and Aug 29, 2026
- 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
- $27 per ticket
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Seed to Plate (Summer crops)
Learn tips on how to grow, harvest, and store summer crops, including tomatoes, summer squash, peppers...
- Saturday, Aug 15, 2026
- 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- $60 per ticket
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Goat Yoga
Discover the perfect blend of relaxation & fun! Join us for an unforgettable outdoor yoga experience ...
- Multiple dates between Jun 13 and Oct 31, 2026
- 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
- $42 per ticket
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Blooms to Bouquets + Brunch
Join Elaine Madansky, Edible Garden Specialist at Elawa Farms, and Eileen Weber of Lake Forest Flowers...
- Wednesday, Aug 26, 2026
- 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
- $90 per ticket
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Public Farm Tours
Summer public tours are back at Elawa! The tour will explore the farm’s role within the broader histor...
- Multiple dates between Jun 27 and Oct 17, 2026
- Multiple times
- $13 per ticket
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Hooves & Hugs
Get ready for a heartwarming experience with our friendly goats! Step into their playful world and enj...
- Multiple dates between Jun 14 and Sep 6, 2026
- Multiple times
- $11 per ticket
