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.

Spring Grove Storytelling Festival

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

Welcome to the Spring Grove Storytelling Festival! Get ready for a day filled with captivating tales and unforgettable memories. Join us on Sat Sep 21 2024 at Noon at Spring Grove Park for an afternoon of storytelling magic. Parking available at Horse Fair Park. Bring your friends and family! See you there! Tickets can be […]

$25

Creation Care Conservation Celebration

Pleasant Valley Conservation Area 13115 Pleasant Valley Rd, Woodstock, IL, United States

Creation Care Conservation Celebration: Join us at Pleasant Valley Conservation Area with partners from FaithBridge and others. Featuring: Interactive tables and presentations on bees, farming initiatives, and pollinators. Integral ecology and spiritual reflection. Music, arts & storytelling.

Free

Celebration in the Park

Hiller Park Skyhawk Lane, Johnsburg, IL, United States

Kids Games, Bounce Houses, Pumpkin Decorating, Beer Garden , Concessions Music, Food, Drinks, Fireworks – Bring lawn chairs $5 Kids Wristbands

$5

Ignite the Night

Barrington Hills Park District Riding Center 361 Bateman Road, Barrington Hills, IL, United States

Admission: $70 in advance, $85 at the gate $40 for ages 10-20, $15 for ages 9 and under Raffle: $5 each, or purchase blocks of 5 for $20 Admission includes: – Cookout dinner from 5-8 PM – Beer and wine – Gigantic bonfire – Live bluegrass music by Anderlik and Church – Narrated horse-drawn wagon […]

$70

Cary-Grove Farmers Market

Downtown Cary Metra Station Parking Lot 108 W Main St, Cary, IL, United States
Free

Open House -Stikers Drumline

Striker Hall 54 Lou Street, Crystal Lake, IL, United States

Learn about all of the Strikers programs, get signed up early, purchase merchandise, sign up to win free tuition, and enjoy the El Taco Feliz food truck.

Free

Summer Music Sundays

McHenry Riverwalk 1202-1204 Riverside Drive, McHenry, IL, United States
Free

Library at the Park

Barbara Key Park 9191 Pyott Road, Lake in the Hills, IL, United States

Join the parks and recreation staff and the library staff for a fun morning at the park. Register is required. Please register through the Algonquin Area Library.

Free

Fall Family Festival

Northwestern Medicine McHenry Hospital Childcare Center 4201 Medical Center Drive, McHenry, IL, United States

September 26 is Fall Family Festival — hands-on activities for you and your child — and connect with other families.

Free