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.

Happy Holiday Railway

Illinois Railway Museum 7000 Olson Road, Union, IL, United States

Happy Holiday Railway Embark on a magical 40 minute train ride through the winter countryside with Santa Claus himself! Enjoy a 40-minute train ride for the whole family See and […]

$25

Christmas by the Lake

Wonder Lake Master Property Owners Association 7602 Hancock Dr, Wonder Lake, IL, United States

Join the Wonder Lake Community Club (WLCC) for a festive Christmas by the Lake! Bring the whole family to enjoy: – Live Music- Food and Drinks- Craft Booths- Pictures with […]

Free

Egg Nog Jog 3K

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

Join us for a timed walk/run race to kick off the holiday season! The Egg Nog Jog 3K is a celebration of unity and festivity – and delicious egg nog. […]

$30

Merry Market on Main

Main St – Algonquin Main St, Algonquin, United States
Free

Merry and Bright in Spring Grove

Horse Fair Park 8105 Blivin Street, Spring Grove, IL, United States

Join the Community Engagement Committee on Saturday, December 7, 2023 from 3:30 – 5:30 p.m. for its Merry and Bright in Spring Grove (formerly known as Tree Lighting Ceremony). This festive event […]

Free

Miracle on Main

Main St – Algonquin Main St, Algonquin, United States

Holiday Magic Kicks off at 4pm with live music and holiday performances, followed by the arrival of Santa Claus and lighting of the tree. Things to do: tree lighting, pictures […]

Free

Luminaria Walk

Veteran Acres Park 431 Walkup Rd, Crystal Lake, IL, United States

Enjoy a beautiful stroll under the stars as we light a trail through Veteran Acres Crystal LakeTrail map with parking and low mobility course information located on our website$1 per […]

$1

Island Lake Tree Lighting & Spaghetti Supper

Island Lake Village Hall 3720 Greenleaf Ave, Island Lake, IL, United States

Island Lake Tree Lighting & Spaghetti Supper with Santa All you can eat spaghetti supper for $5.00 for ages 3 and up Free goody bags and books for kids! Village […]

$5

Marengo Christmas Parade

Marengo Fire & Rescue 120 E Prairie St, Marengo, IL, United States

Join us for the Marengo Christmas Parade on December 7, 2024, at 5:30 p.m., hosted by the Marengo Fire & Rescue Districts! This year’s parade theme is “Your Favorite Christmas […]

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! […]

$15

Social Dance Night – December

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 […]

$10

Breakfast with Santa

Woodstock Moose Lodge 406 Clay St, Woodstock, IL, United States

Enjoy a delicious buffet breakfast just in time for the holidays. Stop by to see Santa for a photo op. All ages welcome, only 2 years and up need to […]

$15