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.
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 […]
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 […]
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.
Lake in the Hills Village Hall – Community Room
600 Harvest Gate, Lake in the Hills, IL, United States
Join us for a delightful event where the magic of Christmas comes alive. Children will gather around as Mrs. Claus captivates them with enchanting holiday stories. There will be time […]
Hooved Animal Humane Society
10804 McConnell Rd, Woodstock, IL, United States
Holiday Photos with Santa Have a day of family-friendly holiday fun while supporting a great cause by joining us for our Holiday Photos with Santa! You can meet Santa’s herd […]
Steel Heart, LTD: House of Seven Gables
10308 US-14, Harvard, IL, United States
Kids Shopping with Santa’s Elves A special shopping event for children ages 12 and under. We have assorted items from the shop that are priced especially for children (everyone else […]
McHenry Riverwalk
1202-1204 Riverside Drive, McHenry, IL, United States
Holiday Market – McHenry Riverwalk Join us for some holiday cheer & shopping at the McHenry Riverwalk District. Shop at our 10 tiny shops & market vendors in Miller Point […]
Starline
300 W Front St, Harvard, IL, United States
Come and celebrate the holidays with the Starline Excursion Market’s 4th annual Art, Craft, and Vintage Fair! Explore the town of Harvard, Illinois as we come together as a community […]
Tom’s Farm Market
10214 Algonquin Rd, Huntley, IL, United States
2024 Photos with Santa Date: Saturday, December 7thTime: 11:30am – 2:00pmCost: $10 per family (includes up to 5 kids and 2adults) Celebrate the holiday season with Photos with Santa! Don’t […]
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 […]