Winterfest – Featuring Mountainfilm on Tour

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Winterfest – Featuring Mountainfilm on Tour

Fri, January 24, 2025
5:30 pm
- 7:00 pm

Time

Fri, January 24, 2025 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

Pricing

FREE

Location

Gorton Center
400 East Illinois Road Lake Forest, IL 60045

SPONSOR

Experience Winterfest at Mountainfilm on Tour: Après-Ski Vibes, Food, Music, and Fun!

Get the full Mountainfilm on Tour experience by diving into the festive atmosphere of Winterfest, a free event included with your Mountainfilm on Tour ticket! Transport yourself to an alpine escape in the Stuart Ski Lodge, where the charm of a ski chalet meets lively entertainment and delicious bites.

Here’s What’s Happening in the Stuart Ski Lodge

  • Live Acoustic Music – Enjoy live music while you soak in the après-ski vibe
  • Craft Libations – Lake Bluff Brewery brings the party with craft brews, shot-skis, and signature “ski-style” cocktails for purchase
  • Food Trucks – Featuring something for everyone, from wood-fired pizza and tacos to hearty comfort foods

Event Schedule

  • Friday from 6 – 7:30 pm
  • Saturday from 3:30 – 7:30 pm

Food Trucks on Site

  • LaPlancha Loca – Bold, Mexican fare with vibrant flavors featuring everything from carne to shrimp to tofu chorizo
  • Mamma Mia Wood-Fired Pizza Classic, piping-hot pizzas with an artisanal touch
  • Left Bank – Indulge in hot dogs, pulled pork, and creamy mac-and-cheese

Dress in your coolest après-ski apparel, grab a drink and hang out with friends in our warm and welcoming lodge. Whether you’re refueling after the short films or gearing up for the medley, Winterfest has everything you need for an unforgettable evening.

Dinner plans? Done.
Après-ski experience? Perfect.
Mountainfilm on Tour Festival? Totally Rocks.

Come for the films, stay for the fun!

Food Trucks at Winterfest

Gorton Center is a premier destination for outstanding cultural and performing arts experiences serving the residents of Lake Forest, Lake Bluff, and the surrounding region. As a proud nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization, we are dedicated to enriching our community through an array of exceptional events and programs.

At Gorton Center, we believe in the transformative power of the arts. Our vibrant calendar is brimming with diverse offerings, ensuring there's always something to captivate and inspire you. From live music performances that resonate with your soul to comedy nights that leave you in stitches, we curate events to suit all tastes and interests. Our dedication to quality and community engagement means you can expect only the best in cultural entertainment.

Whether you’re a long-time resident or a visitor, there’s always something extraordinary waiting for you. Come be a part of our community, where every event is an opportunity to connect, enjoy, and be inspired.

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Details

Date:
Fri, January 24, 2025
Time:
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
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Venue

Gorton Center
400 East Illinois Road
Lake Forest, IL 60045
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Phone
(847) 234-6060