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. Youth-Family Fun Wednesday 

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

    🎨💖 USO Great Lakes is hosting our family-favorite Wednesday Craft Night! This week we’ll be creating “Lovely” art—bring the whole family and enjoy exclusive access to the center for registered guests only. 👉 Please register for the number of childre…

    Feb 11th, 2026 5:30 PM CST (1730S)

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  2. Purple Up-Military Child B.I.N.G.O. 

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

    💜💚 Purple Up for Military Kids! 💚💜 USO Great Lakes is hosting a Purple Up BINGO to celebrate our amazing military children! Join us for fun, prizes, and lots of purple pride as we honor the strength and resilience of military kids. 🎉 BINGO • 💜 Purpl…

    Apr 8th, 2026 5:30 PM CST (1730S)

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  3. Purple Up Military Child Cozy Friends Lazer Tag 

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

    Let’s Purple Up! 💜 USO Great Lakes is hosting Purple Up for Military Children Cozy Friends Laser Tag—fun, friends, and lots of purple pride! *Please register each kid

    Apr 9th, 2026 5:30 PM CST (1730S)

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  4. Purple Up-Military Child Family Celebration 

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

    💜🎉 Purple Up for Military Kids! 🎉💜 USO Great Lakes is hosting a Purple Up for Military Children Family Celebration! Bring the whole family and join us as we celebrate the strength, resilience, and sacrifices of our military kids. Wear purple and com…

    Apr 15th, 2026 5:30 PM CST (1730S)

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