*Full Calendar Below
Gather & Grow
2nd & 4th Saturday
Each Month
9:00 – 10:30 AM
Read Between the Lynes
Story Time
Thursdays and Saturdays
10:30 AM
Home Depot Kids Workshops
1st Saturday Each Month
9:00 AM
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. 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.
The tradition continues with the 32nd annual Johnny Appleseed Festival in Downtown Crystal Lake! This all-day event brings families and the community together to kick-off the fall season and all of its delights. Johnny Appleseed is a street fest this year, with the festival taking place on Williams Street and part of Brink Street. New […]
Saturday Story Time at Read Between the Lynes Sit under the tree in the shop at Read Between The Lynes on Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. for some super-fantastic stories!
Cary IL. Summer Farmers Market on Main Street in Downtown Cary IL!! Local fresh produce, meats, eggs, cheese, baked goods, sweets, flowers, knife sharpening, and so much more! Live music!! Bloody Mary’s!! Amazing food from all our local restaurants on Main Street.
A farmerโs market plus so much more! Outdoor Market Sundays, May 25th โ Oct 26th, 2025 (no markets: Jun 29 & Jul 6 due to Lakeside Fest) 10 am โ 2 pm Front lawn of the historic Dole Mansion 401 Country Club Rd. Crystal Lake, IL 60014 Free Admission, Ample Parking, Pet Friendly, Rain or […]
The Summer Sunday Music Series at Miller Point! Performance from 1-4. Spend the afternoon indulging in music, Food trucks, beverages, and shopping at The McHenry Riverwalk Shoppes! Stay tuned! ๐ ๐ฎ๐ฅ๐ฅ ๐๐ข๐ง๐๐ฎ๐ฉ: 6/1 โ Despina 6/8 โ Courtney & Chris Duo 6/15 โ Dan Peters 6/22 โ Triple Threat Band 6/29 โ Craig Colson & Terry […]
Crystal Lake Gymnastics Training Center (CLGTC) Open gym is a great way to come and practice your gymnastics skills. We encourage to please wear proper attire for your safety. No shoes, drink, or food in gym please. No reservation needed. Open to the Public. Monday-Friday 11am-12pm Sundays: 4:30pm-5:30pm Cost $7.00 per child. Exact change is […]
Family Storytime is for ages 0-6 with an adult. Stimulate your child’s senses through books, rhymes, music, and movement. No registration required. Please note: Storytime content will repeat each week for the Monday, and Tuesday sessions.
Crystal Lake Gymnastics Training Center (CLGTC) Open gym is a great way to come and practice your gymnastics skills. We encourage to please wear proper attire for your safety. No shoes, drink, or food in gym please. No reservation needed. Open to the Public. Monday-Friday 11am-12pm Sundays: 4:30pm-5:30pm Cost $7.00 per child. Exact change is […]