The Forester Hotel

10/14/2026

A little shopping, a little lunch, a lot of catching up. ✨

Make The Forester your home base for a day (or two) in Lake Forest.

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10/13/2026

First toast as Mr. & Mrs.? We’ll drink to that. 🥂

Here’s to making every moment of the wedding weekend feel a little more special.

10/09/2026

A little October magic, served over ice. 🔮

Oaken’s Conjuring cocktail blends rum, lime, coconut milk and maraschino for a sip you’ll only find this month.

10/07/2026

The kind of room that makes “just one more night” sound like a very good idea. ✨

The Forester Hotel is a brand new hotel at the crossroads of science + nature; the natural selection for modern comfort and evolutionary service in Lake Forest.

10/05/2026

Step outside and GO Lake Forest. 👟🍂

This community-wide initiative encourages residents to get moving and improve their health through the simple act of walking.

Join one of this month’s walks:
📍 Open Lands Nature Walk (10/6)
📍 Cemetery Walk & Tour (10/8)
📍 Cemetery Walk & Tour (10/15)

10/02/2026

Consider this your sign to take the meeting off-site.

Gather, connect, and celebrate at The Forester with versatile event spaces and food and beverage options designed around you.

Plant the seeds for a meeting that takes root. The Forester’s brand new event spaces will inspire you with a welcoming atmosphere and the latest technology.

09/28/2026

Last call, September. 🍸

There’s still time for one more Blackforest Martini before Oaken’s September Cocktail of the Month makes its exit.

09/25/2026

Check in. Then check out what's happening around town. ✨

Tomorrow's agenda: the Lake Forest Then & Now Auto Show, where vintage icons meet modern luxury from 11 AM–2 PM at the West Lake Forest Train Station.

09/24/2026

A little taste of Oktoberfest, right here in Lake Forest. 🍻

Now through October 4, stop by Oaken and raise a glass with $6 Revolution drafts. Prost!

09/23/2026

The celebration starts at check-in. ✨

Welcome your wedding guests with a thoughtful amenity waiting for them upon arrival at The Forester.

The Forester Hotel is a brand new hotel at the crossroads of science + nature; the natural selection for modern comfort and evolutionary service in Lake Forest.