Gurnee Mills presents Back-To-School Bash and school supply drive

Gurnee Mills shopping center is helping families get back to school ready by welcoming a lineup of engaging events, new stores, exclusive retailer offers and convenient one-stop shopping for students, families and teachers.

Shoppers can discover everything they need for the new school year — from apparel and footwear to tech and dorm essentials — while enjoying the shopping center’s Back-To-School Bash and school supply drive.

The free, family-friendly Back-to-School Bash will take place from noon to 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 8, near Dining Pavilion South at Gurnee Mills, 6170 W. Grand Ave., Gurnee. Enjoy craft stations, fun giveaways, and more. Plus, donate a school supply to help the community start the school year right. Highlights include:

• Iron-on patch and tote station

• School supply collections with the Gurnee Community Queens

• Interactive fidget station and make-your-own key-chain by Pretty Pretty Print Press

• Hairstyle trials and GRWM classes with Macy's

• Giveaways and coloring station with Under Armour

• Giveaways, jibitz styling, and game day fun with Crocs and HEYDUDE

• Free cookies from Mrs. Fields

New stores coming to Gurnee Mills:

• Rally House, opening July 2026 near Entry F

• Fashion Q, opening August 2026 near Entry B

• Archive Room, opening October 2026 near Entry C

For more information, visit GurneeMills.com or follow Gurnee Mills on Facebook & Instagram @GurneeMills.