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.

Tree Lighting 2024 FRG

Fox River Grove Village Hall 305 Illinois St, Fox River Grove, IL, United States

Tree Lighting 2024 FRG The Special Events Committee is thrilled to announce we are hosting this much-loved family event again this year with a new twist! This outdoor event will be held (weather permitting) on Friday, December 6th from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM at the Fox River Grove Village Hall and will consist of […]

Free

Christmas Movies at the Outdoor Theatre

McHenry Outdoor Theater – Golden Age Cinemas 1510 N Chapel Hill Rd, Lakemoor, IL, United States

Christmas Movies at the Outdoor Theatre Grab a HOT chocolate and bring the kids to see The Polar Express followed by Dudley Moore in Santa Claus: The Movie from 1985! We are open through the holiday season at the outdoor and admission is a flat rate of $15 for everyone in your car. Car load […]

$15

Christmas in Harvard

City of Harvard – Various Locations Harvard, IL, United States

Christmas in Harvard returns in 2024 with a full schedule of events and fun for the whole family all day on Saturday December 7, 2024. Event Schedule: Holiday Hoopla – 8:00am to 10:00am – Brown Bear Daycare – 21007 McGuire Rd., 815-943-3499 – Visit with Mr. and Mrs. Claus, then make a picture frame and […]

Free

Woodstock Winter Farmers Market

All Seasons Orchard 14510 IL-176, Woodstock, IL, United States

The Woodstock Winter Farmers Market has a new location! Visit your favorite local farmer’s market vendors at All Season Orchard. Enjoy the expanded market with room for even more vendors, live music, and family fun!

Free

Holiday Photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus

Bentley’s Pet Stuff 1492 South Randall Road, Algonquin, IL, United States

Holiday Photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus! Reserve your spot! Bring your friends, dogs, cats and family for professional photos! Pets are not required to attend! $25 – 15 minutes to do as many poses as you would like and the choice of one digital image. Each addition image will be $5 – purchase at […]

$27.30

2024 Donuts & Cocoa with Santa

Tom’s Farm Market 10214 Algonquin Rd, Huntley, IL, United States

2024 Donuts & Cocoa with Santa Join us on December 7th from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a festive morning full of holiday cheer! Our ‘Donuts & Cocoa with Santa’ event is the perfect way to kick off the holiday season with your family. Each ticket includes:• A warm, delicious doughnut• Access to our […]

$20

Breakfast with Santa

Cucina Bella 220 S Main St, Algonquin, IL, United States

All you can eat breakfast, portraits with Santa and Mrs. Claus, crafts, and more! Please register with Algonquin Recreation to secure a spot and time. Time slots are every half an hour between 9am and 12pm.

$25

Stories with Santa

Johnsburg School District 2222 Church St, Johnsburg, IL, United States

We are so excited for our “Stories with Santa” event Saturday, December 7th from 9am – 12pm and cannot wait for you to see the exciting new things we have in store for our kiddos this year!Don’t let the name fool you though, there will still be all kinds of goodies to eat while you […]

$5

Annual Craft & Vendor Fair – McHenry

Parkland School – McHenry 1802 N Ringwood Rd, McHenry, IL, United States

Annual Craft & Vendor Fair – McHenry Please join us for the McHenry Elementary Education Foundation 11th Annual Craft & Vendor Fair on Saturday, December 7th at Parkland School. Please email D15craftfair@d15.org for an application to participate. Thanks for supporting the teachers and student at McHenry D15!

Free

Holiday Housewalk Craft Fair

Various location in Marengo/Union

Holiday Housewalk Craft Fair – Shop handmade crafts for the holiday season at various locations in Marengo and Union. The Marengo and Union Holiday Housewalk Craft Fair is organized by a volunteer group of crafters who are residents from Marengo and surrounding townships. The Committee is a Not-for-Profit group which meets regularly to plan and manage the […]

Free

A Very Merry Huntley

Huntley Town Square 11704 E Coral St, Huntley, IL, United States

A Very Merry Huntley: December 7, 2024Start the day off with the Huntley Rotary Club’s Running of the Elves 5K, the First Congregational Church of Huntley’s annual Cookie Walk and Handbell Concert, and the Village’s Kris Kringle Market. Then join us in the evening for a pasta dinner at Legion Post 673, train rides, reindeer, […]

Free

Santa’s Candy Cane Hunt

McHenry Recreation Center 3636 Municipal Drive, McHenry, IL, United States

Cookies, Hot Cocoa, Crafts and a Photo with Santa For children ages 1-8, $10 per child, adults are free, registration is required through the McHenry Park and Recreation Department.

$10