National Night Out - McHenry
2025-08-05 15:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Petersen Park-McHenry, 4300 Petersen Park Rd, McHenry, IL, 60050, United States

National Night Out - Huntley
2025-08-05 17:00 - 19:00 | Huntley Town Square, 11704 E Coral St, Huntley, IL, 60142, United States
National Night Out is a community-building campaign, held annually on the first Tuesday of August, that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make our neighborhoods safer, better places to live.
National Night Out is designed to heighten crime prevention and drug awareness. One goal is to send a message to criminals letting them know that the residents are organized and working with the police to protect their neighborhoods. It is a great opportunity to meet your neighbors, police officers and village officials.

NNO is Tuesday, August 5, 2025!

Police vs Fire Softball Game
Veterans Memorial Field (in Del Webb)
2 pm
Come cheer for the Blue or the Red (or both) in our annual friendly softball match up.
NNO Gathering
Town Square
5-7 pm
Please join us on Main Street at the Town Square to meet your officers & neighbors and enjoy a night of family-friendly fun.

Play family-friendly games with Officers
Interact with Police and Huntley Fire Protection District vehicles and equipment
Stick around for the Concert in the Square

As part of the National Night Out campaign, the Huntley Police Department encourages all residents to turn on outside lights and asks them to go outside and meet their neighbors.
Thank you to everyone for your continued support and participation!

Prairie Grove National Night out
2025-08-05 17:00 - 19:00 | Village Park, 3125 Barreville Rd, Prairie Grove, 60012, United States
Enjoy Food, Beverages, Face Painting, Dunk Tank, Kona Ice, and more.

National Night Out - Lake in the Hills
2025-08-05 17:00 - 20:00 | Village of Lake in the Hills, 600 Harvest Gate, Lake in the Hills, IL, 60156, United States
Join us on Tuesday, August 5th from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Lake in the Hills Village Hall, 600 Harvest Gate for our annual National Night Out Community Cookout event and show that we as a community stand strong together against crime. This free community event will have something for the whole family.
Come watch the LifeNet helicopter land and take off and meet the amazing crew (upon availability). See a live K-9 demo presented by the McHenry County Sheriff’s Office. Visit with the Algonquin-Lake in the Hills Fire Protection District and the Algonquin Area Algonquin Area Public Library. Meet our awesome Parks and Recreations team members and enjoy all of the fun activities that Rec2U brings. Enjoy and talk to the many additional community partners and services that will be in attendance with engaging, fun, unique and interesting events and things that will interest you or your family.
While you are there, you can also see and touch various types of police, fire, SWAT and Incident Command vehicles, plows and big trucks, and try on a pair of DUI fatal vision impairment goggles. Have a chat with police traffic units, recruiters, 9-1-1 operators, and learn about what programs and resources the police department offers. Do you like television shows like CSI? Then come meet and talk to a real-life crime scene technician and see what it is really like.
Free hotdogs, chips, and pop will be provided.
Follow us on our social media for more information about events and fun planned for the day.
Event will be held outdoors at its NEW date, time and location: Tuesday, August 5th from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Lake in the Hills Village Hall, 600 Harvest Gate.
For more information visit https://www.lith.org/…/national-night-out-community…

Fox River Grove National Night out
2025-08-05 17:00 - 20:00 | River Front Park, 2650 Ditka Dr, Fox River Grove, 60171, United States
Food, Drinks, Games, Activities for all!

National Night Out - Algonquin
2025-08-05 18:00 - 20:00 | Algonquin Historic Village Hall, 2 S Main St, Algonquin, IL, 60102, United States
Join us for National Night Out in Algonquin, a night dedicated to community, safety, and fun! This free, family-friendly event brings residents together with the Algonquin Police Department, Public Works and Algonquin-Lake in the Hills Fire Department to promote neighborhood spirit and public safety.
Enjoy a night filled with live music, exciting demonstrations, interactive activities, and more! Families can explore emergency vehicles, meet local officers and firefighters, and take part in fun games and giveaways.
Hungry? Grab a delicious slice of pizza, available for purchase from Bella’s Wood Fire Pizza!
We would like to extend a special thank you to our incredible sponsors for making this event possible: Algonquin Public Library, Heather Rasek Homes, Hurley & Volk Orthodontics, Expert Roofing-Joe Mac & Rush Physical Therapy.
Your support helps make National Night Out a memorable event for all. Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity to connect with your neighbors, first responders, and local businesses! We look forward to seeing you there!

National Night Out 2025 - Harvard
2025-08-05 18:00 - 20:30 | The Harvard Moose Family Center, 22500 IL Route 173, Harvard, IL, 60033, United States
Join the Harvard Police Department for an evening of fun, food, and community spirit at National Night Out 2025!

Location: Harvard Moose Lodge, 22500 Route 173, Harvard
Date: Tuesday, August 5, 2025
Time: 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm

Come meet your local police officers, firefighters, and first responders! Enjoy family-friendly activities, games, giveaways, free food, and more as we work together to build a stronger, safer Harvard.

This is YOUR night to connect with neighbors and those who protect and serve our community. Don’t miss it!

AMC – Lake in the Hills Summer Movie Camp
2025-06-23 11:00, 2025-06-23 14:00 | AMC – Lake in the Hills, 311 N Randall Rd, Lake in the Hills, 60156, United States
$3.00 admission, Mondays & Wednesdays. For more details: https://www.amctheatres.com/events/summer-movie-camp
11:00 AM and 2:00 PM Movie Times.

6/23 – Bad Guys
6/25 – Bad Guys
6/30 – Minions: The Rise of Gru
7/2 – Minions: The Rise of Gru
7/7 – Despicable Me 4
7/9 – Despicable Me 4
7/14 – Kung Fu Panda 4
7/16 – Kung Fu Panda 4
7/21 – The Wild Robot
7/23 – The Wild Robot
7/28 – Shrek
7/30 – Shrek
8/4 – Migration
8/6 – Migration
8/11 – The Secret Life Of Pets
8/13 – The Secret Life Of Pets

Lunchapalooza | Jeanie B!
2025-08-06 11:00 - 12:00 | Towne Park, 100 Jefferson St, Algonquin, 60102, United States
Pack your lunch and chairs for an unforgettable show with Jeanie B!, the artist known as “Velcro for kids”! Her upbeat yet laid-back style and authenticity make for interactive performances filled with dancing, sing-alongs, and plenty of silliness. Since 2003, Jeanie B! has been writing, singing, teaching, and performing music for children and families, and her passion is contagious. With a vast catalog of original music, Jeanie B! and her band, The Jelly Beans, bring a high-energy, fun-filled experience that leaves everyone happy. Get ready for a show packed with joy, laughter, and a perfect blend of tunes for both kids and parents!
Lunchapalooza concerts are brought to you by Algonquin Recreation.

National Night Out - Woodstock
2025-08-07 00:00 - 23:59 | Woodstock Water Works, 1313 Kishwaukee Valley Road, Woodstock, IL, 60098, United States

National Night Out - Crystal Lake
2025-08-07 17:00 - 20:00 | Crystal Lake Police Department, 100 W Woodstock St, Crystal Lake, 60014, United States
Come out and celebrate National Night Out! This free, family-friendly event is all about building community and strengthening the relationship between residents and local law enforcement. Whether you are new to the neighborhood or a longtime resident, National Night Out is a great chance to connect, have fun, and promote a safer, stronger community together.
What to expect:
– Games and activities for kids
– Music and entertainment
– Touch-a-truck with officers from various agencies and the fire department
– Raffle prizes and giveaways
– Info booths from community organizations

Cary National Night out
2025-08-07 18:30 - 21:00 | Kaper Park, 499 Georgetown Dr, Cary, IL, 60013, United States
This is our 14th year hosting this event in Cary, and this year’s event will be held on Thursday August 7th, starting at 6:30pm and concluding at 9:15pm with a fireworks send off!
The First Responder portion of our event will be held in the lower Police Department parking lot area of the new Cary Municipal Center, located at 755 Industrial Drive. Squad cars, fire trucks, Public Works and Township vehicles will be on display for guests to explore. Have your cameras ready for some candid moments with your family as they sit in the driver seat of a patrol car or fire engine! Meet your community first responders and be sure to stop inside the Municipal Center for a tour of the police department. There will also be a police drone presentation & LifeNet will be landing a helicopter on site at 7:30pm. The police department will be hosting a dunk tank, where you can attempt to dunk the Deputy Chief! (Donations appreciated to raise funds for Citizen Police Academy Alumni initiatives) Free popcorn available at the Cary Explorer’s booth!
Make sure to get your FREE raffle ticket and enter to win 1 of 10 brand new bicycles! Bikes range in size from toddler to adult, 1 ticket per person.
Our participating businesses and vendors will be in the Kaper Park parking lot, located directly South of the Police Department on Georgetown Drive. This lot will also host a corral of over 10 food trucks, with a variety of food and drink options for purchase including; Girls got Balls, Serna’s Grill, Your Sister’s Tomato, Kona Ice and Hello Boba. Diner’s will have the option to utilize table seating under the Township tent and in the Kaper Pavilion to sit and eat in the shade. The Kaper Park restrooms will be open for use. (Note: the restrooms inside the Cary Municipal Center will not be open to public use.) Children are also welcome to utilize the playground area and splash pad. There will also be games and inflatables near the dining tent area. The Kaper Park parking lot will be closed to all traffic beginning at 4pm on Thursday August 7th. We ask that you park your personal vehicles at one of our remote locations at 770 Industrial or on the streets of either Georgetown Drive, Industrial Drive or New Haven Drive, which are all adjacent to the event location. (SEE PARKING TAB FOR FURTHER PARKING INFO) Food Trucks will be the only vehicles allowed in the vendor lot. Additional parking and handicapped spaces available in the upper Municipal Center parking lot.

Algonquin Summer Concert Series
2025-06-19 19:00 - 20:30 | Towne Park, 100 Jefferson St, Algonquin, 60102, United States
This year we’re turning up the volume and kicking off an unforgettable summer at the NEWLY renovated Towne Park! Join us for a season of amazing live music, delicious food trucks, and unbeatable summer vibes! Mark your calendars for Thursday evenings from June 19 – August 14 (except July 3)! Concerts start at 7PM and are FREE to attend!A huge THANK YOU to our 2025 Concert Series Sponsor, Expert Roofing – Joe Mac, for helping make this incredible summer of music possible!

Lakemoor Fest
2025-08-08 00:00 - 2025-08-09 23:59 | Morrison Park, 233 Rand Rd, Lakemoor, IL, 60051, United States
Two days of entertainment including live bands, great food, family activities, and fireworks. Celebrate the peak of summer with the Lakemoor community!

The Sandlot
2025-08-08 19:00 | Raue Center for the Arts, 41 Grant St, Crystal Lake, IL, 60014, United States
Don’t miss The Sandlot, a coming-of-age sports comedy film about a group of young boys who bond over baseball during the summer of 1962. When Scottie Smalls (Thomas Guiry) moves to a new neighborhood, he manages to make friends with a group of kids who play baseball at the sandlot. Together, they go on a series of funny and touching adventures. The boys run into trouble when Smalls borrows a ball from his stepdad, which gets hit over a fence.
Release date: April 7, 1993 (USA)
Director: David Mickey Evans
Running time: 1h 42m

Woodstock Summer Concert Series
2025-08-08 19:00 - 20:00 | Woodstock Square, 121 W Van Buren St, Woodstock, IL, 60098, United States
Fridays – 7:00-8:00 PM
August 8: Anchors Away Yacht Rock Band
August 15: Blooze Brothers Classic Blues Hits
August 22: Rolling Roses Versatile Latin Band

SKATE CONTEST at Buss Fest
2025-08-09 08:00 - 20:00 | Zone Skate Park, 330 S. Knox Drive, McHenry, 60050, United States
Who’s ready for the FIRST EVER OFFICIAL SKATE CONTEST at Buss Fest on Sat. 8/9?!?! Your favorite skate fest is back and better than ever (STILL with live music and free skate all day). Sign up link for the contest in comments. FREE EVENT
SCHEDULE
8am-Noon: @skatemchenry Session
1pm-1:45pm: Beginner
2:30pm-3:15pm: Female
4pm-4:45pm: Intermediate
5:30pm-6:15pm: Advanced
7pm-7:45pm: Pizza Ollie Contest presented by @foxholepizzaandpub

Lakemoor Fest Kid's Fishing Derby
2025-08-09 09:00 | Lilly Lake, Lakemoor, 60051, United States

Annual Touch a Truck Event
2025-08-09 10:00 - 14:00 | Algonquin Township, 3702 Northwest Hwy, Algonquin, IL, 60014, United States

Monarchs and Music
2025-08-10 12:30 - 16:30 | Crystal Lake Main Beach, 300 Lakeshore Dr, Crystal Lake, IL, 60014, United States
*free beach admission all day*
12:30-4:30 PM
Migrate to the beach for an afternoon to enjoy Monarch Mania! The Monarch Coalition
will host a Monarch Fair loaded with games, activities and everything butterflies!
Crystal Lake Community Band Showcase
1-4:30 pm
1-1:45 pm Knock on Wood Clarinet Ensemble
2-2:30 pm CLCB Saxophone Quartet
2:45-3:15 pm CLCB Flute Quartet
3:30-4:15 pm CLCB “Big Band” Jazz Band

75¢ Pizzas to Celebrate 75 years of Leona’s Pizzeria!
2025-08-14 09:00 - 16:00 | Leona’s Pizzeria, 3102 IL-120, McHenry, IL 60051, McHenry, IL, 60051, United States
Leona’s Pizzeria & Restaurant, the veteran-owned Chicago favorite known for serving “Chicago’s Original Pizza,” is celebrating its 75th anniversary with a special one-day event on Thursday, Aug. 14. To honor the guests who’ve made Leona’s a staple for 75 years, the brand will serve 75-cent personal pizzas* to the first 75 VIP Rewards members at each location. The first 75 guests age 75 or older will also receive a free full-sized pizza** — a nod to those who’ve been around since the very beginning.
*75-cent personal pizzas available in-store only to VIP Rewards members, limit one per person, for the first 75 qualifying guests per location while supplies last. Guests may sign up for VIP Rewards at leonas.com. No substitutions or additions.
**Free full-sized pizza available in-store only for guests age 75 or older with valid ID, limit one per person, for the first 75 qualifying guests per location while supplies last. No substitutions or additions.
Sign up at https://leonas.com/ for text rewards to get the chance to receive a .75 cent pizza!

The Princess Bride
2025-08-14 19:00 | Raue Center for the Arts, 41 Grant St, Crystal Lake, IL, 60014, United States
A fairy tale adventure about a beautiful young woman and her one true love. He must find her after a long separation and save her. They must battle the evils of the mythical kingdom of Florin to be reunited with each other. Based on the William Goldman novel “The Princess Bride” which earned its own loyal audience.
Release date: October 9, 1987 (USA)
Director: Rob Reiner
Running time: 1h 38m

KidStuff Resale
2025-08-16 08:00 - 12:00 | 1023 Mchenry Ave. Crystal Lake, IL 60014, 1023 McHenry Ave., Crystal Lake, IL, 60014, United States
Mark your calendars! KidStuff Resale is ready for back to school!
•Thousands of Fall & Winter clothes, toys, and gear for kids and babies & maternity
•Clothing sizes 0-16, maternity clothes, shoes, costumes, strollers, bikes, games, puzzles, movies, books, bouncy seats, high chairs, push toys, swings, diapering accessories, cloth diapers, breast pumps, nursery décor, carriers and much more!
•Doors will be closed and sales floor cleared at 10:45am to reset for DISCOUNT HOUR – 11am-12pm – Many items 50% off!
•Volunteer and shop early at our exclusive PRESALE on Friday April 11th from 6:30-8:30pm.
•$1 per person admission- all admissions are donated to local food banks.
•$1 Shopper Fee
•We take cash and Credit cards (Visa, MasterCard, and Discover).
•No strollers or wagons on the sales floor. Come early for the best selection and bring a basket or tote to carry your great bargains!
Visit www.momsofmchenryco.org for more details!
