USO Holidays

Holidays are often times when people celebrate with friends and family, but for people in the military they can mean missing out on beloved traditions and fun at home. To address this, USO Centers bring festive and celebratory programming to service members and their families throughout the year.

Upcoming Events

  1. Military Appreciation Wednesday Family Fun Day 

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

    We’re excited to announce that we will be closing the center to give our amazing families a chance to enjoy a special Wednesday filled with arts and crafts. Come join us for a fun and creative day!

    May 7th, 2025 5:30 PM CDT (1730R)

    Register
  2. Military Appreciation BBQ & Gaming RTC 

    Honoring our service members in their favorite ways: Food and Gaming! We can never thank you for what you do enough! #MilitaryAppreciationMonth

    May 8th, 2025 3:00 PM CDT (1500R)

  3. Military Spouse Appreciation Dinner with the USO Great Lakes 

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

    🌸 Celebrate Military Spouse Appreciation Day with USO Great Lakes! 🌸

    May 9th, 2025 5:00 PM CDT (1700R)

    Register
  4. Military Appreciation BBQ & Sports @ USS Iowa 

    Honoring our service members in their favorite ways: Food and Sports! We can never thank you for what you do enough! #MilitaryAppreciationMonth

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

  5. Military Appreciation RTC Lunch & Trivia 

    🎉⚓ Lunch, Laughs, and Lawn Games! ⚓🎉 In honor of Month of the Military, the USO is bringing the fun to the USS Iowa RDCs with a special lunch & outdoor games day! Because serving those who serve means showing up with food, fun, and major appreci…

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

  6. USO Great Lakes-Coffee Connections 

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

    Coffee Connections is back just in time for the creation of some forever flowers. Celebrating Mother’s Day, and military spouse appreciation. Please register spots are limited.

    May 14th, 2025 5:30 PM CDT (1730R)

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