Events

Featured Events in McHenry County

*Full Calendar Below

Elf an Aerial

Christmas Adventure

December 21

7:00 PM

New Year Party

December 31

2:00 PM – 12:00 AM

Noon Year’s Eve Party

December 31

11:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Events Calendar

Looking for fun activities for the family in McHenry County, IL? Below is Northern Illinois Parents Event calendar which includes local events and festivals for children, adults, and families. Many of these events are free. So check out the calendar for things to do and start planning your week/weekend.

*Be sure to call the venue beforehand to make sure the activity is still scheduled. Northern Illinois Parents is not liable for any accidents, harm, or cancellations of events.

Fall-a-Palooza

Lions Park – Cary 503 Mildred Ave, Cary, IL, United States

Plan a day of autumn fun in the sun at Fall-A-Palooza in Lions Park on Saturday, October 5 from 10:00 am-2:00 pm. A full offering of family friendly activities await you including: hayrides, kids crafts, pony rides, and pumpkin patch. A petting zoo with a wide variety of animals for you to meet, pet and […]

$13

Algonquin Harvest Market 2024

Main St – Algonquin Main St, Algonquin, United States

The Algonquin Rotary Club invites you to join them at the 2024 Algonquin Harvest Market! The event is FREE and will be held on Main Street in the Old Town Business District. There will be a wide variety of vendors offering a variety of handmade and homegrown goods including farm fresh produce, baked goods, arts, […]

Free

Jumptober Fest 2024

Norge Ski Club 100 Ski Hill Road, Fox River Grove, IL, United States

Saturday:  Gates Open at 10:30AM.  Tournament starts at 11:00AM Sunday:  Gates Open at 11:00AM.  Tournament starts at Noon. Ski jumpers from all over the United States will compete on our 70 meter hill. Great Food and Beverage Children 12 and Under Free Free Parking No Carry-Ins Allowed No Dogs Allowed Norge Ski Jump is held […]

$20

Goat Yoga

Maria’s Farm 216 Menge Road, Marengo, IL, United States
$27

Autumn Kids’ Painting Workshop

Community Room – Harvard 201 W Diggins St, Harvard, IL, United States

Bring your creativity! Join us for a step-by-step painting workshop with Alicia Londos. All art supplies are provided. Sign up with your friends! Ages 7-15. If a parent and child ages 3-6 would like to share a canvas to paint, please only register and pay for the child. If a parent and child ages 3-6 […]

$38

Social Dance Night – October

Main Beach Pavillion 300 Lakeshore Drive, Crystal Lake, IL, United States

Ages 15+NEW Beginner friendly format. Enjoy a progressive dance party that starts with pop-up walkthrough lessons and progresses to open dancing at the end. All songs during the evening are available for line dance and couples. Pup-up lessons are designed to be 5-minutes to encourage movement and repetition.Time:6:30-9:30 pmInstructor Miss RachelleLocation: Main Beach PavilionFee:$10 res/$13 […]

$10

MTFPD Open House

MTFPD – Station 2 3710 N Johnsburg Rd, Johnsburg, IL, United States

At the MTFPD Open House check out what the fire department is all about Watch the crews in action Take a tour of the station Learn hands-only CPR Check out the engines and equipment Games, refreshments, and lots more! Fire safety fun for all ages!

Free

2024 Cider Fest

McHenry County Historical Society & Museum 6422 Main St, Union, IL, United States

Visitors to the 47th annual Cider Fest will get an opportunity to step back in time with skilled artisans, an interactive barn-raising demonstration, a fall mum sale, children’s fall activities, a family magic show performed by Magician Kevin Sarnwick, festive music by Bob Hoge Band, and a vintage history book sale. Flintknapper Richard Hamilton and […]

Free

Fall Festival

Grant Township Center 26725 W Molidor Rd., Ingleside, IL, United States
Free

Fall Fest 2024

HLC Therapy Group 1301 Pyott Rd., Suite 109, Lake in the Hills, IL, United States

Join us for a fall celebration! In a sensory friendly environment enjoy trunk-or-treating, a “spooky” trail, local performances, and tons of fun! A free community event for all! Wear your costumes to kick off the fall season and enjoy some fun for everyone!

Free