Grinch ‘n Greet
Old Courthouse Arts Center 101 N Johnson St, Woodstock, IL, United StatesGrinch ‘n Greet Drop in and meet the Grinch before heading to the Lighting of the Square. A great photo opportunity for the upcoming Holiday!
Free
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.
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Lighting of the Square 2024
Woodstock Square 121 W Van Buren St, Woodstock, IL, United StatesLighting of the Square 2024 Celebrate the start of the holiday season in downtown Woodstock, Illinois, the Friday after Thanksgiving. Watch as tens of thousands of white lights illuminate the […]
Free
Cocoa, Carols & Christmas Tales
Stage Left 125 W Van Buren St, Woodstock, IL, United StatesCocoa, Carols & Christmas Tales Indulge in the warmth and sweetness of the season with us before the magical Lighting of the Square! Join in for an evening of cozy […]
Light up the Holidays/Tree Lighting
The Fountain Shoppes 325 N. Front St, McHenry, IL, United StatesLight up the Holidays/Tree Lighting Join in for our first ever Christmas Tree Lighting! They will have Santa and Mrs. Claus from 5 to 7 pm Harmony Strolling Carolers will […]
Free
Christmas Movies at the Outdoor Theatre
McHenry Outdoor Theater – Golden Age Cinemas 1510 N Chapel Hill Rd, Lakemoor, IL, United StatesChristmas Movies at the Outdoor Theatre Bundle up with those you love and share the cinematic memories that bring you back to a different time. It’s what our theater does […]
$15
2024 Festival of Lights Parade
Downtown Crystal Lake Crystal Lake, IL, United States2024 Festival of Lights Parade Theme: Wish You Were Here, an Island Christmas
Free
PJs and Pancakes with Santa
Community Center – Cary 255 Briargate Road, Cary, IL, United StatesCome out in your PJs and treat the whole family to a magical morning with Santa! The morning will be filled with a yummy breakfast, a festive hot cocoa bar, […]
$22
Small Business Saturday Vendor Fair
Woodstock Square Mall 110 S Johnson St, Woodstock, IL, United StatesSmall Business Saturday Vendor Fair SHOP LOCAL all in one place inside and warm! Support local crafters/artists and complete your holiday shopping. Not only will there be plenty of shopping […]
Holiday Market – McHenry Riverwalk
McHenry Riverwalk 1202-1204 Riverside Drive, McHenry, IL, United StatesHoliday 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 […]
Free
PJs and Pizza with Santa
Community Center – Cary 255 Briargate Road, Cary, IL, United StatesCome out in your PJs and treat the whole family to a magical afternoon with Santa! The afternoon will be filled with a yummy pizza, a festive hot cocoa bar, […]
$22
Festival of Lights Parade and Winter Market
Village of Fox Lake: Lakefront Park 71 Nippersink Rd, Fox Lake, IL, United StatesJoin in for all the Merriment as we kick off the holiday season with our Festival of Lights Parade, Kris Kringle Market and Visits w/ Santa on Saturday, November 30th, […]
Free
Hebron Holiday Lighting
Hebron Community Park Price Road, Hebron, IL, United StatesHebron Holiday Lighting Hebron is celebrating a green holiday, Saturday, November 30th at 6pm at Hebron Community Park on Price Road. Free Hot Chocolate from Hazel’s Diner.
Free