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.

Winter Farmers Market at the Dole

The Dole 401 Country Club Rd, Crystal Lake, IL, United States

Winter Farmers Market at the Dole Free Admission, Free Ample Parking, ATM Onsite, 50+ Vendors

Free

Christmas Stocking Workshop

Artisan Marketplace 1245 N. Green Street, McHenry, IL, United States

Christmas Stocking Workshop on Nov. 17th from 12 – 3 PM. Join us for a fun and creative afternoon where you can make a unique keepsake. Choose from a variety of handmade stockings and decorate it with embellishments or paint a design using Chalk Couture or fabric markers.$20, Cost is per stocking and seating is […]

$20

Family Bingo Night

Bopp’s Bar and Grill LLC 103 E Front St, Harvard, IL, United States

Bopp’s Bar and Grill will be hosting family bingo night! This is NOT bar bingo. This is a simple 5 round, fun, kid friendly, bingo. A funny and simple prize will be given out to the winner each round. Starts at 6pm and estimating it will take about an hour to complete. Family Bingo Night! […]

Free

Free Lacrosse Clinic

Cotton Creek School 545 Newport Ct, Island Lake, IL, United States

Try the Free Lacrosse Clinic Now’s your time to try this awesome sport! Sign up today with the QR Code or link here: https://docs.google.com/…/1W96m7NPgLZBQpYDe9Iy7…/edit…

Free

Christmas Tree Bucket Workshop

Artisan Marketplace 1245 N. Green Street, McHenry, IL, United States

Christmas Tree Bucket Workshop. Create your own faux Christmas tree bucket, perfect for gifting or decorating! All supplies are provided. Limited spots, RSVP & pay $40/person to secure your spot!

$40

KinderBots Robotics

McHenry Recreation Center 3636 Municipal Drive, McHenry, IL, United States

KinderBots Robotics is for ages 4-6 Children will begin to explore the world of robotics as they build simple models that teach the fundamentals of robotic design. Whether learning about sensors while building drills and magic wands or discovering ways that gears and pulleys create movement while building helicopters or robotic dogs, your child is […]

$22

Downtown McHenry Holiday Walk

Veteran’s Memorial Park – McHenry 3400 Pearl St, McHenry, IL, United States

Downtown McHenry Holiday Walk is a 3-day event, below is a list of activities for the weekend: November 22nd: 4:30 – 7:30 pm, Living Windows & Cocoa Crawl. McHenry’s downtown stores come to life with magical scenes of the season in the store windows. Purchase a mug for the Cocoa Crawl to receive samples of […]

Free

Christmas Movies at the Outdoor Theatre

McHenry Outdoor Theater – Golden Age Cinemas 1510 N Chapel Hill Rd, Lakemoor, IL, United States

Christmas Movies at the Outdoor Theatre Two great takes on The Grinch! Animated from 2018 and an all time performance from Jim Carey will be on the big screen here at the outdoor. Keep in mind your ENTIRE CARLOAD gets in for just $15. For more details and FAQ go to goldenagecinemas.com

$15

Woodstock Winter Farmers Market

All Seasons Orchard 14510 IL-176, Woodstock, IL, United States

The Woodstock Winter Farmers Market has a new location! Visit your favorite local farmer’s market vendors at All Season Orchard. Enjoy the expanded market with room for even more vendors, live music, and family fun!

Free

Leggee Holiday Craft Fair

Huntley High School 13723 Harmony Rd, Huntley, IL, United States

The Leggee Holiday Craft Fair sponsored by the Leggee Elementary PTA had over 150 crafters and vendors last year, and the event keeps getting bigger and better each year! This is such a great show, attended by over 1,400 people last year. There is absolutely something for everyone. All proceeds from this event will benefit […]

Free

Holiday Bazaar

The Church Of Holy Apostles 5211 Bull Valley Rd, McHenry, IL, United States

Holiday Bazaar **ALL CRAFTS AND BAKED GOODS ARE 100% DONATED BY PARISH MEMBERS** Get ready for a festive day filled with holiday cheer at our annual HALO Holiday Bazaar! Explore a delightful selection of delicious treats, including homemade jams, cookies, pies, and so much more. Discover unique handcrafted gifts and stunning jewelry that are perfect […]

Free