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.
Xtreme Wheels Roller Skating Center
691 Virginia Rd, Crystal Lake, IL, United States
Join HLC Therapy for a FREE all inclusive roller rink party. Open to the community! Inclusive accommodations include:•skate rentals donated by Xtreme Wheels•no entry fee•low lights•sensory glow room•quiet and/or no […]
Unity Spiritual Center of Woodstock
225 W. Calhoun St, Woodstock, IL, United States
Jolly Jingles: A Santa Sing-a-Long CelebrationDate & Time: Saturday, December 15th | 12:00 PM – 3:00 PMLocation: Unity Spiritual Center of Woodstock225 W. Calhoun St., Woodstock, ILAdmission: FREE Get ready […]
Bentley’s Pet Stuff
1492 South Randall Road, Algonquin, IL, United States
Holiday Photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus! Reserve your spot! Bring your friends, dogs, cats and family for professional photos! Pets are not required to attend! $25 – 15 minutes […]
Scorched Earth Brewing Company
203 Berg St, Algonquin, IL, United States
Stay Frost Holiday Market at Scorched Earth Brewing Let’s chill and stay frosty this holiday season indoors at Scorched Earth Brewing! Sip the best brews around— porters, ales, kolsch, stouts, […]
Ricky’s Rascals and Wholesome Petz Pet Supplies
101 N State St, Marengo, IL, United States
Santa Paws Fundraiser Come for a tail-wagging event where your little ones can munch on cookies, sip hot cocoa, and hang out with their favorite characters! Meet Elsa and Anna […]
Village of Fox Lake: Lakefront Park
71 Nippersink Rd, Fox Lake, IL, United States
Children’s Holiday Party Come out and enjoy cookie decorating, holiday crafts, and visits with Santa! This is a free event for residents of Fox Lake/Ingleside and $3.00 per non-resident child. […]
Artisan Marketplace
1245 N. Green Street, McHenry, IL, United States
Kids Ornament Workshop Bring the kids by for a holiday workshop. Color – Paint 2 wood ornaments . All supplies included. Limited Seating. Payment and reservation are required before class. […]
Colonel Palmer House
660 E Terra Cotta Ave, Crystal Lake, IL, United States
The Christmas Tree Ship – A Holiday Tea For ages 5+ Join Diana Kenney as she portrays Barbara Schuenemann, telling the story of her husband Herman, Captain of the Christmas […]
Woodstock Square
121 W Van Buren St, Woodstock, IL, United States
Carriage Rides on the Historic Square See for yourself why Woodstock was voted the most festive Christmas town in Illinois. Enjoy the charm and enchantment of the Woodstock Square during […]
Timmermanns Ranch & Saddle Shop
29550 W Roberts Rd, Island Lake, IL, United States
Pony Rides with Santa. Kick off the holiday season with a pony ride, festive cookies, hot cocoa, and a visit with Santa. We will be collecting donations for our local […]
Harvard City Hall
201 W Diggins St, Harvard, IL, United States
Enjoy a fun and creative Holiday Glass Etching Workshop! In this hands-on class, young artists will learn how to safely design and etch their very own glass creations. With easy-to-use […]
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 […]