Northern Illinois Parents

Halloween Trick or Treat Event
2025-10-25 11:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | Crystal Lake Plaza, Crystal Lake, IL
Join us for a spooktacular day of family fun at Crystal Lake Plaza’s Trick or Treat Halloween Event on Saturday, October 25th, from 11am to 2pm! Gather your friends and family for an exciting lineup of trick-or-treating, shows, games, and more. Here’s a sneak peek of what’s in store:
🍬 Trick or Treating at the Stores: Let your little ghouls and goblins collect delicious treats as they visit our participating stores.
🐐 Petting Zoo: Meet friendly goats and other barnyard buddies up close.
👻 Magic Shows: Be amazed by magical performances.
🎨 Caricatures & Balloon Artist: Take home a fun caricature or enjoy watching a balloon artist twist up some Halloween fun.
🚛 Touch a Truck: Get hands-on with vehicles up close at our Touch a Truck exhibit.
🎃 Face Painting, Airbrush & Glitter Tattoos: Transform yourself into your favorite character with our face painting and glitter tattoos.
🕹️ Axe Throwing: Try your hand at axe throwing for some thrilling fun – sponsored by Mathnasium.
🏰 Inflatable Obstacle Courses: Jump, climb, and slide through two fun-filled inflatable obstacle course.
🥋 Incredible Martial Arts Show Watch incredible martial arts demonstrations by Lee’s Martial Arts that showcase skill and discipline.
📻 Star 105.5 Broadcasting Live: Enjoy live broadcasts from Star 105.5 and come early to get a pumpkin.
🍽️ KD Market Food Specials: Enjoy a variety of tasty event-day specials.
🍕 Pizza by the Slice for $5 by Pinemoor Pizza, available exclusively during the event.
Crystal Lake Plaza Businesses Participating in Trick or Treating:
Thank You to Our Businesses Supporting the Community!
Achieve Footwear, Associated Bank, Athletico Physical Therapy, Clearbrook, Coco Rolls, Crystal Lake Buffett, Crystal Lake Flower Shop, Crystal Lake Furniture Store, Crystal Lake Marine Corps Recruiting, Crystal Lake Travel Agency, Crystal Lake Shoe Repair, Currency Exchange, Cut It Out Scrapbook, H.C Stamp & Coin, KD Market, L.A. Tan, La Michocana, Las Cazuelitas, Lee’s Martial Arts, Mathnasium, McHenry County Republican Party, Metro PC, Nelson’s Jewelry, On Angels Wings, Pinemoor Pizza, Rainbow Backflow, Repographics, Salon Cora, Yu’s Foot Massage
Come dressed in your Halloween best and enjoy this spooktacular event with us at Crystal Lake Plaza. We can’t wait to see you there. Visit our website for more details.

A Country Christmas Arts & Craft Show
2025-10-25 08:30 - 16:00 | Crystal Lake South High School, 1200 S McHenry Ave, Crystal Lake, 60014, United States
CELEBRATING 50 YEARS!Saturday, October 25, 2025From 8:30 am to 4:00 pmAndSunday, October 26, 2025From 9 am to 3 pm
Crystal Lake South High School1200 S McHenry AveCrystal Lake, IL 60014
Come celebrate with us 50 years of A Country Christmas Arts & Craft Show! This highly anticipated juried event is the largest craft show in McHenry County. It showcases talented local artisans as well as creators from across the country. This year we are excited to introduce new artisans alongside your beloved favorites.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to shop for yourself or kickstart your holiday shopping in style! Mark your calendars for the 50th annual show, presented by the Crystal Lake South High School Booster Club.
Join us at Crystal Lake South High School, conveniently located at 1200 S McHenry Ave., just a block off Randall Road in Crystal Lake. Enjoy raffles and door prizes while exploring an impressive selection of handmade and unique gifts from talented artisans. Admission is only $3, and children 12 and under enter free, with free parking available.
We cant wait to see you there!

Brick Builders Club of Algonquin
2025-06-06 17:00 - 19:30 | Bricks & Minifigs, 212 Eastgate Ct., Algonquin, 60102, United States
Come build epic structures, complete fun challenges, and connect with fellow LEGO fans! Bricks are provided, just bring your imagination. Friday Nights from 5:00 pm – 7:30 pm.

Community Resource Day
2025-06-06 10:00 - 14:00 | Willow-Crystal Lake, 100 S Main St, Crystal Lake, United States
Community Resource Days – Every Friday!

Looking for support or resources in McHenry County? Stop by Willow Crystal Lake every Friday from 10:00am – 2:00pm.

This collaborative event connects individuals with vital services, including:

– Veteran & Homeless Services-Housing & Utility Assistance-Mental Health, Disabilities & Substance Abuse Support

-Employment Help-Youth & Family Services-Food & Medical Assistance

PLUS: Free showers, lunch, laundry, haircuts, clothing, and bike repair available on-site.

Fox Lake District Library Summer Storytime
2025-06-02 10:00 | Fox Lake District Library, 255 E Grand Ave, Fox Lake, 60020, United States

Farmers Market+ At The Dole
2025-05-25 10:00 - 14:00 | The Dole, 401 Country Club Rd, Crystal Lake, IL, 60014, United States
A farmer’s market plus so much more!
Outdoor Market
Sundays, May 25th – Oct 26th, 2025
(no markets: Jun 29 & Jul 6 due to Lakeside Fest)
10 am – 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 Shine, ATM Onsite

Autumn Drive
2025-10-17 09:00 - 17:00 | Various Locations
Country roads filled with goodies!
Rain or Shine – Indoor Displays
Local farms are offering fall produce like pumpkins, honey, jams, soaps, and vinegars, as well as “Tastefully Simple” products. Experience tractor rides, petting zoos, hay rides, and even pumpkin and apple launchers. Pick your own apples right from the trees or pumpkins in the fields. Many stops include visiting crafters selling: pottery, jewelry, lawn ornaments, and dozens of other crafts. Some stops are mini craft fairs in themselves. Antique dealers are selling refurbished furniture, trunks, cook books, tools, white elephants, and vintage jewelry. Scattered throughout the drive are garage sales and barn sales where treasures can be found.

Moonlight Corn Maze
2025-10-18 18:30 - 22:00 | Tom’s Farm Market, 10214 Algonquin Rd, Huntley, IL, 60142, United States
TOM’s Farm Market Moonlight Corn Maze
Date: Saturday, October 18th
Time: 6:30pm – 10:00pm
Our amazing corn maze takes on a new atmosphere after dark. Bring your flashlights and enjoy a fun, family friendly night and TOM’s exploring our 6 acre corn maze and moonlight hayride.
Bonfires will be roaring and our cafe will be open for special night time treats.
Tickets: $20
ANYONE ON THE PREMISES FOR THIS EVENT NEEDS TO PURCHASE A TICKET.
*Children 13 & younger must be accompanied by an adult in the play area & corn maze.
The maximum number of tickets per transaction for this event is 25.

Day of the Dead Celebration
2025-10-18 13:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Harvard – Ayer St, 40 N Ayer St, Harvard, IL, 60033, United States

Spring Grove Farmers Market
2025-06-21 09:00 - 13:00 | Main Street Park – Spring Grove, 8013 Blivin St, Spring Grove, IL, 60081, United States
Find local artisans and fresh produce every third Saturday from 9am to 1pm May through October in Main Street Park

Midweek Matinee Film Series
2025-07-16 13:00 | Woodstock Opera House, 121 W Van Buren St, Woodstock, IL, 60098, United States
ON SALE NOW – Join us for our Midweek Matinee film series! Relive the magic of your favorite movie classics with a special screening of a nostalgic film every month on a Wednesday afternoon.

Fall Festival at Pringle School
2025-10-12 10:00 - 16:00 | McHenry County Historical Society & Museum, 6422 Main St, Union, IL, 60180, United States
Join us at the historic Pringle School on River Road in Marengo for a heartwarming autumn celebration. We’re bringing the charm of early fall to one of McHenry County’s beloved one-room schoolhouses!

Bring a blanket, bring your friends, and settle in for a perfect fall day. Mark your calendars for October 12th 10AM- 4PM

Harvard Tractor Supply Farmer's Market
2025-05-10 09:00 - 14:00 | Harvard Tractor Supply, 1201 South Division Street, Harvard, IL, 60033, United States
Join us for our third annual 2nd Saturday Farmer’s Market!
Our markets consist of a very wide range of vendors.
Delicious food and sweets
Locally grown produce and honey
Local farm raised meats
Handmade crafts, soap, ect.

Looking to become a vendor with us? Send me a message or contact the store for more info! 815-943-4104 (ask for Cheyanne) BEST PART ABOUT BEING A VENDOR HERE?! IT’S FREE! no booth fee required!

9am-2pm located in the parking lot of Tractor Supply
May 10th
June 14th
July 12th
August 9th
September 13th
October 11th

Marengo Settlers' Days
2025-10-09 17:00 - 2025-10-12 20:00 | Downtown Marengo, State Street, Marengo, IL, 60152, United States
Four days of fun, food, and activities! Carnival, parades, a craft show, a car show, a Prince & Princess Pageant, Touch-a-Truck, Saturday Night on Main Street with food trucks, vendors, and bands!

Sensory Sundae
2025-06-01 10:00 - 11:00 | Cary Dairy Ice Cream Cafe, 395 Cary-Algonquin Rd. Suite E, Cary, 60013, United States

The Markets at Remington Farm
2025-06-07 08:00 - 14:00 | Remington Farm, 519 N Chapel Hill Rd, Johnsburg, IL, 60050, United States
Farmers Market First Saturday of the Month | May – October 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM | Rain or Shine
Join us for a delightful day of shopping and socializing with old friends and new faces alike!
For everyone’s enjoyment, please remember that dogs, alcohol, smoking, and vaping are not permitted on the premises. Thank you for your understanding!

Story Time & Craft at Marvin’s Toy Store McHenry
2025-06-06 10:30 | Marvin’s Toy Store – McHenry, 1202 Riverside Drive, Shop #8, McHenry, 60050, United States
Story Time & Craft at Marvin’s Toy Store McHenry
Join us the first Friday of every month from June – October at 10:30 AM for a fun outdoor Story Time and kids’ craft!

Free craft supplies
Perfect for ages 1-5
Free kids’ drink from @shop.ateaco with a coffee or tea purchase

No registration needed—just bring a blanket and enjoy the fun!
