US Midwest Mariapolis 2025
About the Midwest Mariapolis
The Mariapolis is a three day event with those attending living the Spirituality of the Focolare in unity with others. During the Mariapolis there will be talks, sharing, catching up with old friends and meeting new friends, singing and a lot of fun.
Who would be interested in attending? All ages are welcome. There will be adult and children programs. Families are welcome!
Where is the Mariapolis and what will the program be like? The 2025 Mariapolis will take place at Prince of Peace Catholic Church, 135 S. Milwaukee Ave, Lake Villa, IL 60046. On Friday, June 27 and Saturday, June 28, we will have a morning, afternoon and evening program with options for you to purchase lunch and dinner each day. On Sunday, June 29, we will have a morning program with an option to purchase lunch. The Mariapolis will conclude early Sunday afternoon.
Registration
Click here to register for the Mariapolis and select your meals.
Hotel Room Accommodations are made separately (see “Hotel Room Accommodations” Section below)
Hotel Room Accommodations
Accommodations are available at many nearby hotels. Currently we have rooms blocked off at the following three hotels near the church.
Hampton Inn Gurnee/Chicago
Hotel Address:5550 Grand Ave, Gurnee, IL 60031
Hotel Phone Number: 847-662-1100
$119.00 per night for 2 double beds.
This includes complimentary breakfast, outdoor pool and is 15-20 minutes from Mariapolis Prince of Peace Parish
Booking Link: Hampton Inn Gurnee/Chicago Rooms &Rates
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Baymont by Wyndham Gurnee
Hotel Address: 5430 Grand Avenue, Gurnee, IL, 60031
Hotel Phone Number: 847-782-0890
Group Name: Focolare Mariapolis
Group Confirmation Code: GS062625FOC
Arrival Date: 6/26/2025
Departure Date: 6/29/2025
Rate per Room Type:
- (SNK1) 1 King Bed, Studio Suite, Non-Smoking $164.90
- (SNQ2) 2 Queen Beds, Studio Suite, Non-Smoking $173.40
Cut Off Date : 6/12/25
Billing Details: Individual
Booking Link: Baymont by Wyndham Gurnee Rooms & Rates
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Chicago Gurnee
Hotel Address: 5688 Northridge Rd, Gurnee, IL 60031
Hotel Phone Number: 847-662-7600
Group Name: Focolare Mariapolis
Group Confirmation Code: GS062625FOC
Arrival Date: 6/26/2025
Departure Date: 6/29/2025
Rate per Room Type:
- (NQQ1) 2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking $145.07
- (ENK1) 1 King Bed, Deluxe $150.45
Cut Off Date : Thu, Jun 12, 2025
Booking Link: La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Chicago Gurnee Rooms & Rates
Volunteer – Topics of Interest
Volunteer: Would you like to help build the Mariapolis together? Your talents are always needed, even if you can’t attend the event.
What Topics Interest You?: Do you want to know more about a topic of the Focolare spirituality? Do you have ideas for presentations during the program, or something you could share?
Open the Volunteer/ Topics Form
It is very exciting to have an opportunity to gather again as a Focolare Family. We hope that you can attend.
