Waukegan Music Exchange
Record store in Waukegan, IL
126 N Genesee St, Waukegan, IL 60085, Waukegan, IL 60085
Waukegan Music Exchange in Waukegan carries thousands of records and CDs across jazz, soul, funk, hip-hop, rock, and more. The shop stocks 45s, cassettes, and DVDs alongside vinyl and CDs, featuring both new reissues and extensive vintage selections. Every album is inspected and cleaned before sale. The store is located at 128 N Genesee St in downtown Waukegan, near the Genesee Theater, with metered street parking and nearby pay lots available.
Waukegan Music Exchange is open Saturdays from noon to 7 p.m., Sundays from noon to 5 p.m., and Wednesday evenings from 6 to 9 p.m., with occasional Friday night events. The shop hosts live music performances and welcomes musicians interested in playing. They do not currently buy records, but customers can arrange to sell their collections in person. Hard-to-find items can be ordered online for in-person pickup.
Last updated: 2026-08-19
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