Northern Illinois Parents

Regal Showplace - Summer Movie Express
2025-06-10 11:00 (America/Chicago) | Regal Showplace, 5000 US-14, Crystal Lake, 60014, United States
Each week from June 10 to August 6, get $1 Summer Movie Express tickets to the first show on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

Make every summer movie outing even more enjoyable by including cinema favorites like Pepsi, popcorn, ICEE, Dippin’ Dots, or a Super Pretzel as part of the feature presentation. All Summer Movie Express guests can purchase a specially priced $5 Snack Pack, which includes a junior-sized drink, snack-sized popcorn, and fruit snacks. Save an additional $3 when paired with an order of Dippin’ Dots!

6/10 – Sing 2
6/10 – Puss in Boots: The Last Wish
6/11 – Sing 2
6/11 – Puss in Boots: The Last Wish
6/17 – Trolls Band Together
6/17 – IF
6/18 – Trolls Band Together
6/18 – IF
6/24 – Sonic the Hedgehog 2
6/24 – The Bad Guys
6/25 – Sonic the Hedgehog 2
6/25 – The Bad Guys
7/1 – Sonic the Hedgehog 3
7/1 – The Wild Robot
7/2 – Sonic the Hedgehog 3
7/2 – The Wild Robot
7/8 – Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse
7/8 – Paw Patrol: The Movie
7/9 – Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse
7/9 – Paw Patrol: The Movie
7/15 – Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse
7/15 – Paw Patrol: The Mighty Movie
7/16 – Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse
7/16 – Paw Patrol: The Mighty Movie
7/22 – Kung Fu Panda 4
7/22 – Despicable Me 4
7/23 – Kung Fu Panda 4
7/23 – Despicable Me 4
7/29 – Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem
7/29 – The Garfield Movie
7/30 – Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem
7/30 – The Garfield Movie
8/5 – Minions: The Rise of Gru
8/5 – Paddington in Peru
8/6 – Minions: The Rise of Gru
8/6 – Paddington in Peru

AMC – Lake in the Hills Summer Movie Camp
2025-06-23 11:00, 2025-06-23 14:00 | AMC – Lake in the Hills, 311 N Randall Rd, Lake in the Hills, 60156, United States
$3.00 admission, Mondays & Wednesdays. For more details: https://www.amctheatres.com/events/summer-movie-camp
11:00 AM and 2:00 PM Movie Times.

6/23 – Bad Guys
6/25 – Bad Guys
6/30 – Minions: The Rise of Gru
7/2 – Minions: The Rise of Gru
7/7 – Despicable Me 4
7/9 – Despicable Me 4
7/14 – Kung Fu Panda 4
7/16 – Kung Fu Panda 4
7/21 – The Wild Robot
7/23 – The Wild Robot
7/28 – Shrek
7/30 – Shrek
8/4 – Migration
8/6 – Migration
8/11 – The Secret Life Of Pets
8/13 – The Secret Life Of Pets

Summer Storytime at the Parks
2025-06-18 10:30 | Picnic Grove Park, 598 Birch Ln, Fox River Grove, 60021, United States
Check the schedule to see which FRG park we’ll be at each Wednesday. No registration required!

Classic Cinemas – Woodstock - Wednesday Morning Movie Series
2025-06-04 09:00 | Classic Cinemas – Woodstock, 209 Main St, Woodstock, IL, 60098, United States
See family movies all summer long on Wednesday mornings for $2 (*plus applicable tax.). Get reserved seating tickets online (no convenience fee!) or at the theatre. Doors open at 9 AM for entertainment and games. Showtime begins at 10 AM.

6/4 – The Day the Earth Blew Up: Looney Tunes
6/11 – Sonic the Hedgehog 3
6/18 – The Wild Robot
6/25 – Transformers One
7/9 – Shrek 2
7/16 – The Garfield Movie
7/23 – Kung Fu Panda 4
7/30 – Despicable Me 4
8/6 – Harold and the Purple Crayon

Classic Cinemas – Fox Lake - Wednesday Morning Movie Series
2025-06-04 09:00 | Classic Cinemas – Fox Lake, 115 Center St, Fox Lake, 60020, United States

Concerts on the Square
2025-06-10 19:00 - 21:00 | Huntley Town Square, 11704 E Coral St, Huntley, IL, 60142, United States
During the summer months, Concerts on the Square take place every Tuesday from 7-9:00pm in Huntley Town Square. Our free outdoor concert series is a great opportunity to enjoy a variety of musical genres, from rock and blues to country and jazz.
Thank you to our 2025 event sponsors!MI Homes (June 10)DeFiore Funeral & Cremation Services (June 17)FNBO (June 24)CBBEL (July 1)Edward Jones – Bob Gajewski Jr. (July Huntley Realty (July 15)MI Homes (July 22)MI Homes (July 29)American Legion (August 5)

Concert in the Park
2025-06-03 19:00 | Crystal Lake Main Beach, 300 Lakeshore Dr, Crystal Lake, IL, 60014, United States
Each week the Crystal Lake Park District hosts a regional band to perform at Main Beach. Pull out a blanket and enjoy a great night of free entertainment lakeside. Concerts are held on Tuesdays at 7 PM beginning June-August. Food and beverage (beer and wine) and small charcoal grills are allowed (no glass please.) In the event of inclement weather, decision to reschedule the concert will be made by 2 pm. Check status by calling 815.410.4475 ext 6.

PARKING
Please park in the following areas for concert evenings: Main Beach parking lot, grass triangle across the street from the Lakeside Arts in the Park (Dole Mansion) and South Elementary. Please do not park at the boat gate, Dole Mansion or Seminary Park.

May 27*

Good Clean Fun (Cover Band)

Jun 03

CL Community Band (Instrumental)

Jun 10

Bopology (Swing)

Jun 17

Serendipity (All Female Cover)

Jun 24

Strung Out (Oldies)

Jul 01

Voices in Harmony (Choral)

Jul 15

Eric Case Band (Country)

Jul 22
Jul 22

The Jolly Ringwalds (80s)
Kingpins (6 pm)

Jul 29

CL Community Band (Instrumental)

Aug 5

Radio Gaga (Queen & Lady Gaga Tribute)

* Line dance lessons at 6 pm

FOOD TRUCK SCHEDULE
5/27: Kissed by Fire, Smashed Burger, Julie Ann’s
6/3: Tiki Terrace, Julie Ann’s
6/10: Hippie Grilled Cheese, Smashed Burger, Julie Ann’s
6/17: Brother’s BBQ, My Funnel, Julie Ann’s
6/24: Smashed Burger, Tiki Terrace, Julie Ann’s
7/1: Kissed by Fire, Julie Ann’s
7/15: Hippie Grilled Cheese, Brother’s BBQ, My Funnel, Julie Ann’s
7/22: Kissed by Fire, My Funnel, Julie Ann’s
7/29: Tiki Terrace, Julie Ann’s
8/5: Hippie Grilled Cheese, Brother’s BBQ, My Funnel, Julie Ann’s

Connie's Craft Corner
2025-06-10 13:00 - 14:30 | Stingray Bay, 122​19 Lois Lane, Huntley, 60142, United States
Our young Stingray Bay passholders and visitors can enjoy free crafting activities at our new “Connie’s Craft Corner” on Tuesdays and Thursdays at The Bay this June and July from 1:00 – 2:30p! Simply visit the pavilion near Little Ray’s Reef to jump in on the fun! Primarily for ages 5 and under.

Woodstock Farmers Market
2025-05-27 08:00 - 13:00 | Woodstock Square, 121 W Van Buren St, Woodstock, IL, 60098, United States
Join us on the Woodstock Square as the Woodstock Farmers Market returns with more than 60 amazing local vendors, live music, and all the fresh, fun vibes you’ve been waiting for.

We’re talking produce, plants, baked goods, meat, eggs, coffee, kombucha, milk, coffee, handmade goods, and more—plus the buzz of community in full bloom.

Bring a chair or a blanket and enjoy the live tunes, good food, and small-town magic every Saturday & Tuesday.

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

Summer Sunday Music Series at Miller Point
2025-06-01 13:00 - 16:00 | Miller Point Amphitheater, 1202 Riverside Dr., McHenry, 60050, United States
The Summer Sunday Music Series at Miller Point! Performance from 1-4. Spend the afternoon indulging in music, Food trucks, beverages, and shopping at The McHenry Riverwalk Shoppes! Stay tuned!

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6/1 – Despina
6/8 – Courtney & Chris Duo
6/15 – Dan Peters
6/22 – Triple Threat Band
6/29 – Craig Colson & Terry Tanaka
7/6 – The Thompson Duo
7/13 – No Filter
7/20 – Dollar Giraffes
7/27 – BB & The Honey
8/3 – Red Panda Band
8/10 – Wade Frazier
8/17 – Ryan Budyak
8/24 – Jimmy Nick
8/31 – Karen Shook
9/7 – Lara Bell
9/14 – Justin Wallace
9/21 – Jason Wells Music
9/28 – Mackenzie O’Brien Band

Georgia's Place Annual Picnic with the Birds
2025-06-29 12:00 | Georgia’s Place Bird Sanctuary, 20612 US Highway 14, Harvard, 60033, United States
Our Summer picnic event is a lovely way to see the sanctuary, catch up with bird friends, and support the life-long care and work we’re doing here! So grab a friend or two, make a vegan picnic to enjoy, and know you’ll end the day feeling good. We’ll have live music by the incredibly talented Ivy Noemi, baked goods, games, and GPBS merchandise for sale.
PLEASE REMEMBER »» we are a vegan sanctuary, please do not bring non-vegan food/drink onto the property out of respect of the residents and our mission» companion animals are not permitted on the property» this is a free event, but donations for our fully volunteer-run organization are appreciated

Cary Farmers Market
2025-06-01 09:00 - 13:00 | Cary Train Station, 100 W. Main St, Cary, IL, 60013, United States
Cary IL. Summer Farmers Market on Main Street in Downtown Cary IL!! Local fresh produce, meats, eggs, cheese, baked goods, sweets, flowers, knife sharpening, and so much more! Live music!! Bloody Mary’s!! Amazing food from all our local restaurants on Main Street.

Celebrate Fox Lake Parade
2025-06-28 21:00 | Village of Fox Lake: Lakefront Park, 71 Nippersink Rd, Fox Lake, IL, 60020, United States

Mamma Mia! Sing-Along
2025-06-28 19:00 | Raue Center for the Arts, 41 Grant St, Crystal Lake, IL, 60014, United States
Join us June 28th at 7 pm for Mamma Mia! Movie Sing-Along —belt out your favorite ABBA hits, dance in your seat, and enjoy the feel-good movie musical with fellow fans. Costumes and good vibes encouraged! Donna (Meryl Streep), an independent hotelier in the Greek islands, is preparing for her daughter’s wedding with the help of two old friends. Meanwhile, Sophie, the spirited bride, has a plan. She secretly invites three men from her mother’s past in the hope of meeting her real father and having him escort her down the aisle on her big day.
Ladies, get your gals together and join us after DTCL’s Midsummer Wine Walk!
Release date: July 18, 2008 (USA)
Director: Phyllida Lloyd
Running time: 1h 48m

Music in the Park - Marengo
2025-06-28 18:30 - 22:00 | Indian Oaks Park, 825 Indian Oaks Trail, Marengo, 60152, United States
June 28 – Aaron Herman & the Blues Cruisers, 50s Sock Hop, costume contest
July 26 – County Music Band -Buckle, line dancing
August 2 – No Limit Band, 70s Night
August 16 – Big Dog Mercer, 80s Night

Parents' Night Out
2025-05-10 17:30 - 22:30 | Brown Bear Daycare, 21007 McGuire Rd, Harvard, IL, 60033, United States
Drop your child(ren) off at Brown Bear Day Care and enjoy a child free night out.
$10 per child, per hour5:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
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Stars & Stripes Fest
2025-06-28 17:00 - 22:00 | Cary-Grove Park, Three Oaks Road and N. 1st Street, Cary, 60013, United States
Are you ready for the biggest event of the summer? The Cary Park District’s Stars ‘N Stripes Fest is jam-packed with live music, food trucks, swimming, activities, and fireworks to top off the night.
Event Details
Join us on Saturday, June 28 at Cary-Grove Park. The park is located on Three Oaks Road and N. 1st Street in Cary.
The park opens at 3:00 pm. As you arrive a DJ will play hits and your favorite songs. The headliner, Modern Day Romeos, takes the stage at 6:30 pm.
Food and beverages may be purchased from over 12 local food trucks and a beer garden. Bounce houses and face-painting will be available throughout the evening. Fireworks begin at dusk and are launched behind Sunburst Bay Aquatic Center. Admission to the event is free, however parking and if you choose to swim, admission into Sunburst Bay Aquatic Center require a fee.
Parking
Parking is available at Cary-Grove High School, Cary-Grove Park, and Sunburst Bay Aquatic Center. Parking is purchased onsite at the event for is $20 per vehicle – cash only.
Sunburst Bay Aquatic Center
Have the best view of the fireworks at Sunburst Bay Aquatic Center, located within Cary-Grove Park at 1201 N. First Street, Cary plus enjoy everything else at Stars ‘N Stripes Fest. Admission to Sunburst Bay is $10 per person for season pass holders and $15 per person for non-pass holders. Parking will need to be purchased. Season passes, punch cards, and guest/complimentary passes are not accepted for this event. Sunburst Bay will open at 3:00 pm for Stars N’ Stripes Fest entry.
For more information, contact the Cary Park District at 847.639.6100.

Spark Hope Bonfire & Pig Roast
2025-06-28 16:00 - 20:00 | The Quarry Cable Park, 5517 Northwest Hwy, Crystal Lake, IL, 60014, United States
USE PROMO CODE “SPARK50” FOR 50% OFF TICKETS!

Get Your Tickets now: https://sparkhope2025.afrogs.org/#/index

Join us June 28th from 4-8pm at the Quarry Cable Park in Crystal Lake for an evening of fun and fundraising! This event will feature cozy bonfires, a delicious pig roast dinner, fun raffles and games, and more… all while giving back to those experiencing homelessness in your community.

Tiny Tot Takeover
2025-06-28 09:00 - 10:00 | Huntley Park District, 12015 Mill St Huntley, IL 60142, Huntley, IL, 60142, United States
Register – https://bit.ly/4me7nlN
Calling all little movers and mini groovers—it’s time for a Tiny Tot Takeover! Designed especially for ages 0–3, this baby rave is a joyful, high-energy dance party where the tiniest party animals can shine. Your little ones will bounce, wiggle, and giggle in a sensory friendly space filled with upbeat tunes, a “bubble brigade,” colorful lights, and soft play zones. We’ve got gentle beats, cozy corners for quiet moments, and interactive activities to keep every tiny dancer engaged. Expect surprise visits from special guests, plenty of photo-worthy moments, and a vibe that’s all about fun, movement, and making memories.
Grown-ups are welcome (and encouraged) to dance along! Fee is per child.
Dress Code: Comfy, cute, and ready to groove!

FREE summer sing-a-longs: Strikers Band
2025-06-28 10:00 | Woodscreek Park, 1420 Willow Tree Dr, Crystal Lake, 60014, United States
Grab a blanket and join the Crystal Lake Library and Crystal Lake Park District as we team up to bring you free concerts for kids this summer! These fun-loving headliners start at 10 am! Free snack and juice while supplies last. Julie Ann’s available for purchase.

WED JUN 11: BenAnna Band @ Main Beach

SAT JUN 28: Strikers Band @ Woodscreek Park

FRI JUL 11: Istavan & His Imaginary Band @ Veteran Acres Shelter

TUE JUL 22: Allie Hulen @ Veteran Acres Shelter

Downtown Crystal Lake Farmers Market
2025-06-14 08:00 - 13:00 | Grant Street Parking Lot, Grant Street and Brink Street, Crystal Lake, 60014, United States
Get ready to fill your Saturdays with farm-fresh goodness at the Downtown Crystal Lake Farmers Market. Join us every Saturday from 8 AM to 1 PM at a new (temporary!) location: Grant Street Parking Lot! (Grant Street parking lot is located right on the corner of Grant Street and Brink Street.)
Join us for a delightful experience filled with local flavors, artisan makers, and vibrant energy. Whether you’re stocking up on organic produce, indulging in homemade treats, or browsing unique handmade treasures, our market has something for everyone. Bring your family, friends, and furry companions to soak up the lively atmosphere and support local vendors. Mark your calendars and join us as we celebrate community, sustainability, and the abundance of the season at the Downtown Crystal Lake Farmers Market!
Visit our web page, where you’ll find our vendors and sponsors coming soon: downtowncl.org/farmers-market

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.

Fox Lake Friday Night Live
2025-06-06 16:00 - 21:00 | Village of Fox Lake: Lakefront Park, 71 Nippersink Rd, Fox Lake, IL, 60020, United States
The Village of Fox Lake is thrilled to introduce Friday Night Live, a brand-new summer event series launching in June 2025. Taking place at the newly renovated Lakefront Park, this exciting weekly event will feature a farmers market (4-7 PM), free live music (7-9 PM), and a variety of food and beverage options from local businesses and food trucks. Presented by Ray Auto Group, Friday Night Live will run every Friday from June through August, offering a vibrant community experience for residents and visitors alike.

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.
