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.
Countryside Banquets
28736 Belvidere Rd, Lakemoor, IL, United States
Mistletoe & Martinis – A Festive Christmas Market, an enchanting collaboration of holiday cheer, festive drinks, and unique shopping! Start your adventure by Filling the Jeep with Joy! Jeeps on […]
Woodstock Square
121 W Van Buren St, Woodstock, IL, United States
Lighting 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 […]
Stage Left
125 W Van Buren St, Woodstock, IL, United States
Cocoa, 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 […]
The Fountain Shoppes
325 N. Front St, McHenry, IL, United States
Light 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 […]
McHenry Outdoor Theater – Golden Age Cinemas
1510 N Chapel Hill Rd, Lakemoor, IL, United States
Christmas 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 […]
Community Center – Cary
255 Briargate Road, Cary, IL, United States
Come 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, […]
Woodstock Square Mall
110 S Johnson St, Woodstock, IL, United States
Small 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 […]
McHenry Riverwalk
1202-1204 Riverside Drive, McHenry, IL, United States
Holiday 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 […]
Community Center – Cary
255 Briargate Road, Cary, IL, United States
Come 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, […]
Village of Fox Lake: Lakefront Park
71 Nippersink Rd, Fox Lake, IL, United States
Join 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, […]