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
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Youth-Family Fun Military Appreciation Family Fun Night
530 Farragut Avenue Suite B Great Lakes, IL 60088 United States
Family time + creativity + appreciation 🇺🇸🎨 USO Great Lakes is hosting a Family Fun Night Craft in honor of Military Appreciation Month! Join us for an evening of hands-on fun, creativity, and quality time with your loved ones as we celebrate and re…
May 13th, 2026 5:30 PM CDT (1730R)
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Holidays-Military Appreciation BBQ
530 Farragut Avenue Suite B Great Lakes, IL 60088 United States
You’re invited!! USO Great Lakes is hosting a Military Appreciation BBQ for all service members and their families! 🍔🌭 Join us for great food, time together, and the chance to relax and enjoy everything our center has to offer. This event is our way…
May 14th, 2026 12:00 PM CDT (1200R)
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Military Appreciation RTC BBQ
Join us as we celebrate those who serve 🇺🇸 USO Great Lakes is hosting a Military Appreciation BBQ at Recruit Training Command! 🍔🌭 Come out for great food, good company, and a well-deserved moment of appreciation for our service members. It’s our way…
May 19th, 2026 11:00 AM CDT (1100R)
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Unit Support Request
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USO Tickets Program
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USO Transitions
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USO Canine Program
There’s a special connection between people and dogs, and with the USO Canine Program, our service members and their families feel the comf…
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USO Gaming
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Mobile USO
USO Mobiles Centers have allowed the USO to extend its reach to service men and women throughout the United States; These Mobile USOs can d…