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.

Dark Dreams Gothla

Marengo Community High School 110 Franks Rd, Marengo, IL, United States

Dark Dreams Gothla is a spooky night of gothic bellydance, circus arts and halloween shenanigans. Adult tickets $8 at the door or $5 if you come in costume. Show starts at 7pm. But come early and visit the Fall Craft Fair happening right outside the theater doors. The Craft Fair is from 1-6pm. And get […]

$8

Fishing Derby

Emricson Park 1313 Kishwaukee Valley Rd, Woodstock, IL, United States

2 Divisions, Youth division for ages 6-17 and an adult division for 18+ Registration is through Woodstock Recreation Compete for: longest fish, shortest fish, most variety of fish and best dressed fisherman. Awards announced at 12:15pm

$18

Trunk or Treat – McHenry

Berkshire Hathaway Starck Real Estate – McHenry 803 Front St, McHenry, IL, United States

Join us for some spooktacular fun! Sunday October 13th from 1pm-3pm! All are welcome, costumes are encouraged! Food for sale courtesy of The Lions Club. Any questions call 815-385-5505

Free

Trunk or Treat – Crystal Lake

Crystal Lake Encore Memory Care 495 Alexandra Blvd, Crystal Lake, IL, United States

Dress up and get your treats at the Trunk or Treat in Crystal Lake at Encore Memory Care on Monday, October 14, from 2:00 – 4:00 PM Bring your little and big goblins to the fun, safe, trick or treat event in the parking lot of Encore Memory Care.

Free

Harvard Wrestling Club Registration

J’s Lanes 5507 S Division St, Harvard, IL, United States

Registration for the 2024-2025 Harvard Wrestling Club Season…. IS OPEN!! Our online registration is LIVE! Head to www.harvardwrestling.com to sign-up today! Our club is open to boys and girls ages 4-14 (in 8th grade this year). Practices will start the first week of November with tournament/competitions starting the first weekend of December! We will have […]

$125

Royalty Halloween Party

Royalty Gymnastics, Tumble & Dance 10715 & 10763 Wolf Drive, Huntley, IL, United States

Royalty’s Preschool & Homeschool Halloween Party Calling all little ghosts and goblins! Join us for a fun-filled Halloween Party perfect for preschool and homeschool kiddos! Open Gym – Let the kids burn off some energy with tons of active fun!Trick-or-Treating – Costumes encouraged for some indoor trick-or-treat fun!Snacks – Enjoy tasty treats to keep the […]

Kids Halloween Hike

Deicke Park 11419 IL-47, Huntley, IL, United States

Be the first to experience our Not-So-Spooky Kids Halloween Hike through Deicke Park Trails! Get into the spirit of Halloween as you trick or treat your way through our winding woods filled with friendly ghosts and ghouls as you fill your buckets with sweets and treats. Gather your group and participate in our family friendly, […]

$5

Trunk or Treat – McHenry

First United Methodist Church – McHenry 3717 Main St, McHenry, IL, United States

Join Pack 131 for their annual Trunk or Treat. Candy, Snacks, and Games

Free

Autumn Drive

Autumn Drive 3601 Franklinville Rd, Woodstock, IL, United States
Free

Family Pumpkin Carving

Lake in the Hills Village Hall – Community Room 600 Harvest Gate, Lake in the Hills, IL, United States

Hey kids! Grab your pumpkin and your parent to create your own pumpkin creation for Halloween! We’ll provide the carving materials, decorations, as well as a Halloween snack. All you need to bring is a pumpkin along with your imagination! Must register through the Lake in the Hills Parks and Recreation.

$5