Events

Upcoming events and activities for military and dependents

Upcoming Events

  1. Military Appreciation Ice Cream Social- Red, Vanilla, & Blue 

    530 Farragut Avenue Suite B Great Lakes, IL 60088 United States

    🍦 Red, Vanilla, & Blue Ice Cream Social!🍦 Join us at USO Great Lakes as we celebrate Military Appreciation Month with a sweet treat for our heroes!

    May 29th, 2025 4:00 PM CDT (1600R)

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  2. Karaoke Fridays 

    530 Farragut Avenue Suite B Great Lakes, IL 60088 United States

    🎤🎶 Karaoke Fridays at USO Great Lakes! 🎶🎤 Get ready to unleash your inner superstar at our Karaoke Fridays! Whether you’re a shower singer or a stage sensation, we want to hear you belt out your favorite tunes. Bring your friends, pick your favorite…

    May 30th, 2025 12:00 PM CDT (1200R)

  3. K9 Therapy 

    530 Farragut Avenue Suite B Great Lakes, IL 60088 United States

    Through the USO Canine Program, the valuable connection between humans and dogs is recognized. We partner with our local LCC K9 Military Ministry for them to come in with their amazing therapy dogs. Canine companions play an important role in delive…

    Jun 3rd, 2025 4:30 PM CDT (1630R)

  4. Civic Leader Engagement Flight & training observation 

    joining an IL Guard event to create awareness of the ILARNG and USO mission, meet National Guard Leaders, and build relationships with the community

    Jun 5th, 2025 9:00 AM CDT ( 900R)

  5. FC25 Gaming Tournament 

    530 Farragut Avenue Suite B Great Lakes, IL 60088 United States

    ⚽🎮 Game On at USO FC25! 🎮⚽ Think you’ve got the skills to dominate the pitch? Join us for the USO FC25 Soccer Gaming Tournament and show off your FIFA finesse!

    Jun 5th, 2025 12:00 PM CDT (1200R)

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  6. Karaoke Fridays 

    530 Farragut Avenue Suite B Great Lakes, IL 60088 United States

    🎤🎶 Karaoke Fridays at USO Great Lakes! 🎶🎤 Get ready to unleash your inner superstar at our Karaoke Fridays! Whether you’re a shower singer or a stage sensation, we want to hear you belt out your favorite tunes. Bring your friends, pick your favorite…

    Jun 6th, 2025 12:00 PM CDT (1200R)

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  7. Tactical Tailgate with Mario Cart 

    BBQ and Nintendo Switch gaming along with recreational games outside.

    Jun 6th, 2025 4:00 PM CDT (1600R)

  8. Fathers Day Craft- Family Fun Wednesday 

    530 Farragut Avenue Suite B Great Lakes, IL 60088 United States

    Come join the USO Great Lakes for a special Wednesday Family Fun Night! We will be creating something special for Fathers Day! * please register only the kids that will be participating- thank you!

    Jun 11th, 2025 5:30 PM CDT (1730R)

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  9. Gaming-Tekken 8 Thournamenrt 

    530 Farragut Avenue Suite B Great Lakes, IL 60088 United States

    🎮 USO Great Lakes Tekken 8 Gaming Tournament! Don’t miss your chance to be crowned the Tekken champion! Bring your friends and enjoy an action-packed evening of fun, competition, and camaraderie.

    Jun 12th, 2025 12:00 PM CDT (1200R)

  10. Karaoke Fridays 

    530 Farragut Avenue Suite B Great Lakes, IL 60088 United States

    🎤🎶 Karaoke Fridays at USO Great Lakes! 🎶🎤 Get ready to unleash your inner superstar at our Karaoke Fridays! Whether you’re a shower singer or a stage sensation, we want to hear you belt out your favorite tunes. Bring your friends, pick your favorite…

    Jun 13th, 2025 12:00 PM CDT (1200R)

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  11. Flag Football for Flag Day 

    530 Farragut Avenue Suite B Great Lakes, IL 60088 United States

    🏈 Flag Day, Flag Football! 🏈🇺🇸 Join USO as we celebrate Flag Day the American way — with a friendly (but fierce!) flag football game! 🎉 Open to all service members – bring your team spirit and let’s hit the field! Snacks, camaraderie, and a whole lo…

    Jun 14th, 2025 12:00 PM CDT (1200R)

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  12. Daddy & Me-Father's Day Axe Throwing Contest 

    530 Farragut Avenue Suite B Great Lakes, IL 60088 United States

    🪓💙 Daddy & Me Axe Throwing Contest! 💙🪓 This Father’s Day, the USO is celebrating all the awesome dads out there with a little friendly competition—axe throwing style! 👨‍👧‍👦 Dads & kids team up to hit the target and make memories 🎯 Prizes, la…

    Jun 15th, 2025 2:00 PM CDT (1400R)

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  13. Gaming-NBA2K25 Tournament 

    530 Farragut Avenue Suite B Great Lakes, IL 60088 United States

    🏀🎮 Ball Out with USO! 🎮🏀 Think you’ve got what it takes to dominate the digital court? Join the USO NBA2K25 Gaming Tournament and show off your skills! Lace up (virtually), bring your A-game, and let’s hoop! #USOGaming #NBA2K25 #GameWithUSO #Militar…

    Jun 17th, 2025 12:00 PM CDT (1200R)

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  14. RTC BBQ & Sportgs 

    Serving our amazing Training command lunch and yard games

    Jun 18th, 2025 12:00 PM CDT (1200R)

  15. Ice Cream Social 

    530 Farragut Avenue Suite B Great Lakes, IL 60088 United States

    🍨☀️ Scoop into Summer with USO! ☀️🍨 Beat the heat and treat yourself at the USO Ice Cream Social – featuring a build-your-own toppings bar! 🎉 Free scoops, sweet toppings, and chill vibes for all service members and families!

    Jun 19th, 2025 4:00 PM CDT (1600R)

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  16. Karaoke Fridays 

    530 Farragut Avenue Suite B Great Lakes, IL 60088 United States

    🎤🎶 Karaoke Fridays at USO Great Lakes! 🎶🎤 Get ready to unleash your inner superstar at our Karaoke Fridays! Whether you’re a shower singer or a stage sensation, we want to hear you belt out your favorite tunes. Bring your friends, pick your favorite…

    Jun 20th, 2025 12:00 PM CDT (1200R)

  17. Family Fun Wednesday-Painting for woodland creatures 

    530 Farragut Avenue Suite B Great Lakes, IL 60088 United States

    Another fun filled Family Fun Wednesday Night with the USO center closed off just for the families, crafts, and lots of laughter! *please register

    Jun 25th, 2025 5:30 PM CDT (1730R)

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  18. Gaming- Chess Tournament 

    530 Farragut Avenue Suite B Great Lakes, IL 60088 United States

    ♟️🧠 Think You’ve Got Game? 🧠♟️ The USO Chess Tournament is on — and it’s your move! Join us for a battle of strategy, skill, and sharp minds. 🏆 All skill levels welcome | Prizes for top players 🧩 Open to all service members – come test your tactics …

    Jun 26th, 2025 12:00 PM CDT (1200R)

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  19. Karaoke Fridays 

    530 Farragut Avenue Suite B Great Lakes, IL 60088 United States

    🎤🎶 Karaoke Fridays at USO Great Lakes! 🎶🎤 Get ready to unleash your inner superstar at our Karaoke Fridays! Whether you’re a shower singer or a stage sensation, we want to hear you belt out your favorite tunes. Bring your friends, pick your favorite…

    Jun 27th, 2025 12:00 PM CDT (1200R)

  20. Fun Fridays with the Phoenix 

    Therapy dog was present and provided love and serotine for all of the sailors.

    Jun 27th, 2025 2:00 PM CDT (1400R)

  21. Karaoke Fridays 

    530 Farragut Avenue Suite B Great Lakes, IL 60088 United States

    🎤🎶 Karaoke Fridays at USO Great Lakes! 🎶🎤 Get ready to unleash your inner superstar at our Karaoke Fridays! Whether you’re a shower singer or a stage sensation, we want to hear you belt out your favorite tunes. Bring your friends, pick your favorite…

    Jul 4th, 2025 12:00 PM CDT (1200R)

  22. Karaoke Fridays 

    530 Farragut Avenue Suite B Great Lakes, IL 60088 United States

    🎤🎶 Karaoke Fridays at USO Great Lakes! 🎶🎤 Get ready to unleash your inner superstar at our Karaoke Fridays! Whether you’re a shower singer or a stage sensation, we want to hear you belt out your favorite tunes. Bring your friends, pick your favorite…

    Jul 11th, 2025 12:00 PM CDT (1200R)

  23. Tactical Tailgate with Mario Cart 

    BBQ and Nintendo switch gaming kit for training soldiers at Marseilles Training center

    Jul 11th, 2025 4:00 PM CDT (1600R)

  24. Deployment Support: Youth Program 

    Pre Mobilization Yellow Ribbon event for deploying soldiers from Illinois national guard. We will set up a table with USO resource material, kids Lego building kits, coloring station, and craft building kits. Small snacks and Gatorade will also be…

    Jul 12th, 2025 7:00 AM CDT ( 700R)

  25. Karaoke Fridays 

    530 Farragut Avenue Suite B Great Lakes, IL 60088 United States

    🎤🎶 Karaoke Fridays at USO Great Lakes! 🎶🎤 Get ready to unleash your inner superstar at our Karaoke Fridays! Whether you’re a shower singer or a stage sensation, we want to hear you belt out your favorite tunes. Bring your friends, pick your favorite…

    Jul 18th, 2025 12:00 PM CDT (1200R)

  26. Karaoke Fridays 

    530 Farragut Avenue Suite B Great Lakes, IL 60088 United States

    🎤🎶 Karaoke Fridays at USO Great Lakes! 🎶🎤 Get ready to unleash your inner superstar at our Karaoke Fridays! Whether you’re a shower singer or a stage sensation, we want to hear you belt out your favorite tunes. Bring your friends, pick your favorite…

    Jul 25th, 2025 12:00 PM CDT (1200R)

  27. Tactical Tailgate with Mario Cart 

    BBQ and Nintendo switch gaming kit along with recreational games

    Aug 29th, 2025 4:00 PM CDT (1600R)