Daddy-Daughter Date Night Events

The annual tradition of Daddy & Daughter Date Nights are always a popular event this time of year. These festive evenings don’t need to be limited to Dads. Grandpa, uncles, or any special caregiver in your child’s life can participate and forge lasting, magical memories.

Daddy-Daughter Nights in Lake County

All events require advance registration and fill up quickly!  Contact event organizers for more information. Please click the links to get more information. Little Lake County is not responsible for changes, cancellations or sold out events.

Saturday, February 2, 5:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Daddy Daughter Dance
Park District of Highland Park at the Highland Park Country Club
Cost Dinner & Dance: $85 resident, $95 non-resident, additional child $35/45
Cost Dance only: $52 resident, $62 non-resident, $21/31 additional child
See a fairtyale come to life as you dance the night away in your favorite party dress. The magical evening will be filled with surprises, sweet treats, and some very special guests. Photos and a gift will commemorate your evening together. Delicious desserts will be available throughout the evening. Purchase a dinner ticket, a dance ticket or both. Tickets include 2 people. Individual tickets must be purchased for each additional daughter. Girls may be accompanied by a Grandfather or Uncle. 

Saturday, January 26, 6:00 – 8:30 p.m.
Daddy Daughter Dance
New Hope Christian Community Church, Round Lake Heights
Bring your favorite girl (or girls) for a night of fun, dancing, and games to show them that you “Love them to the Moon and Back”! This is a time for Dads and Daughters to block out a special night to bond and for dad to serve as a model date to his daughter. 

Saturday, February 2, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Enchanted Princess Ball
Mundelein Parks & Recreation District, Dunbar Recreation Center
Cost: $40 per resident couple $44 non-resident couple $16/18 additional child
Registration Deadline:  January 25
This Daddy Daughter dance gives young ladies a chance to dance the night away with their first Valentine! A memory making night of dancing, entertainment, and refreshments under the sparkling lights. Make sure to bring your best moves as we will be presenting a 2019 ‘Best Dad Dancer’ trophy, plus more fun and games. Every princess will receive a flower as they leave the dance. You can wear your party clothes, but dressing up is optional. This event will be an enchanting way to make lasting  memories! 

Saturday, February 9, 6:00- 9:00 p.m.
Cinderella’s Royal Father-Daughter Ball
Round Lake Area Park District, Robert W. Rolek Community Center
Cost: $30 per couple, $10 additional child
Princess Cinderella and her Royal Friends invite all little princesses of the kingdom and their fathers to come enjoy an enchanted evening. Princesses and guests will enjoy a buffet of sweet treats, a photo booth, and dancing the night away. So shine your tiaras, dust off your glass slippers and join Princess Cinderella in celebrating together. Perfect for ages 2 and up. 

Friday, February 8, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Just The Two of Us
Vernon Hills Park District, Sullivan  Center
Cost: $20 per resident couple, $25 per non-resident couple, $10 each additional child ($12 non-resident)
Girls, 3-11 years old bring your dad, uncle, grandfather, or other special male who is at least 18 years old. A DJ will provide music for dancing. Wear your special party clothes and take a photo with your date. Create a dessert delight too. All girls will receive a keepsake.

Friday, February 8, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. 
Daddy Daughter Dance
Wildwood Park District 1t Grandwood Park District, Gurnee
Cost: $6 residents $7 non-residents
Dad’s round up your little girls, and get ready for an evening together that you won’t want to miss. The night will be filled with dancing, laughing, and creating memories. Enjoy snacks and beverages while you dance the night away. Each family will go home with a picture to remember the special occasion. Register by January 28.

Friday, February 8, 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Daddy Daughter Dance
Libertyville Sports Complex
Cost: $30 Resident Couple $40 Non-Resident Couple $10 additional child
Daddy and Daughters will enjoy a wonderful evening of dancing and fun. Memories of this evening will last for years to come. This unforgettable night will include music by a professional DJ, dancing, delicious desserts, beverages and a picture taken of you by Studio West.  

Friday, February 8, 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. (ages 4-13)
Saturday, February 9, 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. (ages 3-10)
Sweetheart Dance
Wauconda Park District, Community Center Gym
Cost: $42 per couple
Girls, it’s that time of year to bring the favorite man in your life (Dad, Grandpa, Uncle, Family Friend or Brother) and prepare for an evening of fun, dancing to a live DJ, contests, prizes and extra special refreshments. Professional photographs will be taken and available for purchase. Each girl will receive a mini corsage at the dance (included in price.) Local restaurants will provide the dinner. This is a popular program, sign up early.

Saturday, February 9, 3:30 or 6:30 p.m.
Enchanted Evening
Gurnee Park District, Viking Park
Cost: $13 resident per person $16 non-resident per person
Children ages 2-12, dress in your finest clothes and dance the night away with a special adult. Dinner will be served with your favorite princesses and prince charming.

Saturday, February 9, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. 
Daddy Daughter Winter Ball
Lake Forest Parks & Recreation, Rec Center Gym
Cost: $53 resident, $64 non-resident, $35 additional children
Fathers and their young princess or princesses age 5-11 are invited to attend the Winter Ball. The gymnasium of the Recreation Center will be transformed into a beautiful castle, providing a magical night of dinner, dancing, and crafts. This is a wonderful opportunity to spend some quality time with those who matter most. Participants are encouraged to come dressed as their favorite Disney princess.

Saturday, February 9, 3:30 – 5:00 p.m. or 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
Cinderella’s Royal Ball
Buffalo Grove Park District, Community Arts Center
Cost: $15 residents $19 non-resident couple, additional children $7/$9
Calling all princesses and princes! Cinderella and her princess friends will be performing and will then be available to meet and greet all of their guests throughout the evening. After the performance, a royal feast will be provided by Culver’s of Buffalo Grove. Additional dancing and entertainment will from Charizma will add to the festivities. All princesses or princes must be accompanied by one adult, and each couple will receive a party favor upon departure. Be sure to dress in your favorite princess attire.

Sunday, February 10, 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Daddy Daughter Dance
Glencoe Park District, Takiff Center
Cost: $100 per Resident Couple/$110 Non-Resident Couple, $33/34 each additional child
Join the Glencoe Park District for an evening that dreams are made of! Enjoy a delicious buffet, dance to a DJ, and have fun making memories. Advanced registration required by February 8. Recommended for girls ages 2-8 years and their special guest.

Friday, February 15, 7:00 – 8:30 p.m.
The King and Princess Royal Ball
Zion Park District, Shiloh Center
Cost: $15 resident couple, $20 non-resident couple, $5 each additional child
Dads, grandfathers, uncles, or the girl’s best gentleman friend, and their special girl(s). Come join us for a magical evening of enchantment, lite refreshments, dancing and more. Special guest hostess Princess Tiana and Rapunzel will be available to meet and greet with all of their wonderful guests. Please come dressed in your favorite princess attire. All princesses must be accompanied by an adult and will receive a royal party favor upon departure.

Sunday, February 16, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Daddy Daughter Dance
Village of Fox Lake, Lakefront Park
Cost: $15 resident couple, $20 non-resident couple
Enjoy a night under the sea with music, snacks, games, and much more! Register by February 8.

Saturday, February 23, 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Daddy Daughter Dance
Lake Bluff Park District, Recreation Center Gym
Cost: $40 per couple/$20 additional daughter
Dads, bring your own beautiful little Princess for a night under the stars that you will never forget. Fine dining, lots of dancing and wonderful pictures to remember for all.

Sunday, February 24, 5:30 – 8:00 p.m. 
Daddy & Daughter Dinner Dance
Deerfield Park District, Patty Turner Center
Cost: $29 residents, $41 non-residents – per person
Dads bring your daughter(s) because celebrating unicorns & rainbows makes everything fun! Put on your dancing shoes and dress in your best! Enjoy a fun filled evening with dinner, entertainment and dancing. Children must be in kindergarten through 5th grade to enroll.

Saturday, March 2, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Daddy Daughter Date Night: The Wonderful World of Disney
Barrington Park District
Cost: $60 Resident Couple/$72 Non-Resident Couple
$35 Resident additional child / $42 Non-Resident additional child
Spend some quality time with your special little girl(s) and dance the night away while enjoying a catered meal. Can we guess who your favorite character is? Come dressed to impress!

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