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.
Pleasant Valley Conservation Area
13115 Pleasant Valley Rd, Woodstock, IL, United States
Sites Seldom Seen: Seed Processing Facility The Conservation District collects local seed from native plants every fall in order to restore and enrich prairie, wetland, and savanna areas throughout the County. In 2023, Conservation District staff and volunteers harvested over 4,000 lbs of native seed by mechanical and/or hand collection. Join Conservation District ecologists to […]
Downtown Crystal Lake
Crystal Lake, IL, United States
Crystal Lake’s largest one-day event brings families and the community together to celebrate the changing of seasons, while enjoying all the fun family festivities!
Tom’s Farm Market
10214 Algonquin Rd, Huntley, IL, United States
Tickets are ONLY required to enter the outdoor activities. Tickets are NOT required to enter our Market/Bakery or our U-Pick Fields. Gift Cards can not be used with Fall on the Farm tickets. Fall on the Farm Hours of Operation: Monday – Friday: 10:00am – 6:00pm (Last entry at 5:00pm) Weekends & Columbus Day: 10:00am – 5:00pm […]
Von Bergen’s Country Market
9805 IL-173, Hebron, IL, United States
Fall Pumpkin Fest begins with our customer appreciation day on September 28th and runs through October 31st. No Admission on Saturday, September 28th for customer appreciation day. For the rest of the season, weekdays $8 per person, weekends and Columbus Day $12 per person.
Dream Riders
4701 N Oak St, Crystal Lake, IL, United States
10th Annual Fun on the Farm event with new and fun attractions for all ages. Admission Pre-register children ages 3-17 $10 per child Day of event: Children ages 3-17 $12 per child Adults are $5 Ticket bundles available for pre-purchase or day of event. Attractions: Food Games Prizes Hayrides Pumpkins Horse rides and much much […]
Prairieview Education Center
2112 Behan Road, Crystal Lake, IL, United States
Migrating Monarchs: Join us to learn about the annual life cycle of Monarch Butterflies, and how they survive their 2,500 mile migration each year; plus find out what you can do to help them along their way. Weather permitting, we will also venture out to the prairie to see if we can find any monarchs […]
It’s BACK! Get ready for an unforgettable weekend at the all new Cary Main Street Fest! Join us for a celebration filled with live music, mouthwatering food, and non-stop fun. It’s an event you won’t want to miss! Saturday, Sept. 28:1:30-3:30P Jimmy Nick3:30-5:00P GENR8R5:30-7:00P There Goes the Neighborhood7:30-9:30P Tennessee WhiskeySunday, September 2911:00A-12:30P New Vintage Strings1:00-2:30P […]
Kishwaukee Headwaters Conservation Area
1606 Dean St, Woodstock, IL, United States
Talk and Trek: Autumn Wildflowers Join a naturalist as we explore some of the last wildflower blooms of the season. Learn new species, what makes them unique, and how they contribute to their ecosystem. This is a slower paced hike for approximately 1 mile with several stopping points along the way. For ages 14 and […]
Prairieview Education Center
2112 Behan Road, Crystal Lake, IL, United States
Sunrise on the Prairie: Join us for a short loop hike through scenic trails, ending at a perfect spot to watch the sunrise. Enjoy the peacefulness of dawn as the first light brightens the landscape. We will have kiddy-cocktail mimosas with orange juice and sparkling grape juice to enjoy for everyone attending. For all ages, […]
