Events

Upcoming events and activities for military and dependents

Upcoming Events

  1. 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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  2. RTC BBQ & Sportgs 

    Serving our amazing Training command lunch and yard games

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

  3. 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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  4. 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)

  5. 250 Army Birthday Celebration 

    We will host an Army Bday celebration with cake, ice cream, Yard games, and music

    Jun 20th, 2025 4:00 PM CDT (1600R)

  6. Huntley Fest 

    We will set up a table to provide USO resource information to festival attendees as well as have a kids table for activities and provide some small snacks and Gatorade

    Jun 21st, 2025 2:00 PM CDT (1400R)

  7. Unit Support: Recreation Day 

    Sports and Fitness Day at Joliet Amory for Illinois Guard. Physical Fitness events followed by Chic Fila and fun yard games. Marine recruiting station located next door joining for yard games and food

    Jun 24th, 2025 10:00 AM CDT (1000R)

  8. 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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  9. 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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  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 27th, 2025 12:00 PM CDT (1200R)

  11. 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)

  12. Gaming-Mortal Kombat Tournament 

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

    🎮 Finish Him! 🥊 USO Great Lakes is bringing the heat with a Mortal Kombat Tournament on May 13th from 12–2 PM!

    Jul 1st, 2025 12:00 PM CDT (1200R)

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  13. 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…

    Jul 1st, 2025 4:30 PM CDT (1630R)

  14. Family Fun Wednesday-July 4th Edition 

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

    Another fun filled Family Fun Wednesday Night July 4th themed with the USO center closed off just for the families, crafts, and lots of laughter! please register

    Jul 2nd, 2025 5:30 PM CDT (1730R)

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  15. Independence BBQ & Sports 

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

    🎆🇺🇸 Celebrate Independence Day with USO Great Lakes! 🇺🇸🎆

    Jul 3rd, 2025 12:00 PM CDT (1200R)

  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…

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

  17. Gaming-Chess Tournament 

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

    ♟️ Join Us for a Chess Tournament at USO Great Lakes! ♟️

    Jul 8th, 2025 12:00 PM CDT (1200R)

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  18. Youth Reading & Craft 

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

    📚✨ Introducing Our First-Ever Youth Reading Program at USO Great Lakes! ✨📚

    Jul 9th, 2025 4:00 PM CDT (1600R)

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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…

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

  20. 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)

  21. 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)

  22. Gaming-NHL Tournament 

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

    🎮🏒 Calling All NHL Fans! 🏒🎮

    Jul 15th, 2025 12:00 PM CDT (1200R)

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  23. Family Fun Wednesdsay 

    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

    Jul 16th, 2025 5:30 PM CDT (1730R)

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  24. Youth Summer Fun- Water Balloons, Games, and BBQ! 

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

    🌞🎉 Summer Days at USO Great Lakes Are Looking Pretty Good So Far! 🎉🌞

    Jul 17th, 2025 1:00 PM CDT (1300R)

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  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. Gaming- Pool Tournament 

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

    🎱🔥 USO Great Lakes Presents: Pool Tournament – Elimination Style! 🔥🎱

    Jul 22nd, 2025 12:00 PM CDT (1200R)

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  27. 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!

    Jul 24th, 2025 4:00 PM CDT (1600R)

  28. 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)

  29. Family Fun Wednesday 

    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

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

    Register
  30. 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…

    Aug 1st, 2025 12:00 PM CDT (1200R)

  31. Gaming-NFL Madden Tournament 

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

    🏈🎮 Game On, Service Members! 🎮🏈

    Aug 5th, 2025 11:00 AM CDT (1100R)

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  32. 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…

    Aug 5th, 2025 4:30 PM CDT (1630R)

  33. Youth-Storytime & Craft 

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

    🎨📚 Story Time & Craft at USO Great Lakes! 📚🎨

    Aug 6th, 2025 5:30 PM CDT (1730R)

  34. K9 Therapy Fridays 

    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. Canine companions play an important role in delivering physical, mental, and emotional support to help strengthen service members, families, and communiti…

    Aug 8th, 2025 10:00 AM CDT (1000R)

  35. 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…

    Aug 8th, 2025 12:00 PM CDT (1200R)

  36. Gaming-Ping Pong Tournament 

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

    🏓 Ping Pong Tournament at USO Great Lakes! 🏓

    Aug 12th, 2025 11:00 AM CDT (1100R)

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  37. USO Great Lakes-Coffee Connections 

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

    ☕💬 Military Spouses Coffee Connections at USO Great Lakes! 💬☕

    Aug 13th, 2025 5:30 PM CDT (1730R)

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  38. Sports-Cornhole Tournament & BBQ 

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

    🌽🔥 Cornhole Tournament & BBQ at USO Great Lakes! 🔥🌽

    Aug 14th, 2025 11:00 AM CDT (1100R)

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  39. 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…

    Aug 15th, 2025 12:00 PM CDT (1200R)

  40. Gaming- Street Fighter Tournament 

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

    🎮🥊 Street Fighter Gaming Tournament at USO Great Lakes! 🥊🎮

    Aug 19th, 2025 11:00 AM CDT (1100R)

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  41. 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…

    Aug 22nd, 2025 12:00 PM CDT (1200R)

  42. Gaming- Air Hockey Tournament 

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

    🏒 Air Hockey Tournament at USO Great Lakes! 🏒

    Aug 26th, 2025 11:00 AM CDT (1100R)

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  43. Family Fun Wednesday-Back to School 

    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

    Aug 27th, 2025 5:30 PM CDT (1730R)

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  44. Sports Watch Party 

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

    Sports watch party! More information to come.

    Aug 28th, 2025 10:00 AM CDT (1000R)

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  45. 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…

    Aug 29th, 2025 12:00 PM CDT (1200R)

  46. Tactical Tailgate with Mario Cart 

    BBQ and Nintendo switch gaming kit along with recreational games

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