Events

Featured Events in McHenry County

*Full Calendar Below

Gather & Grow

2nd & 4th Saturday

Each Month

9:00 – 10:30 AM

Read Between the Lynes

Story Time

Thursdays and Saturdays

10:30 AM

Home Depot Kids Workshops

1st Saturday Each Month

9:00 AM

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. 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.

  • Lake in the Hills Summer Sunset Festival

    Lake in the Hills Summer Sunset Festival

    Sunset Park – LITH 5200 Miller Rd, Lake in the Hills, IL, United States

    The Summer Sunset Festival is an annual event that offers the community an opportunity to enjoy a wealth of activities, food, and entertainment as the summer season comes to a close. This three-day event will be held at Sunset Park, 5200 Miller Road, from Friday through Sunday over Labor Day weekend. Admission is FREE, the […]

    Free
  • Corkscrew Gymnastics Open Gym

    Corkscrew Gymnastics Open Gym

    Corkscrew Gymnastics & Sports Academy 2309 N. Ringwood Road, Suite Q, McHenry, IL, United States

    Corkscrew Gymnastics Open Gym Tiny Tot’s Open Gym (5 years old and under) Wednesday- 11:00-11:45am $6/current students, $8/non-members Fridays – 10:00 – 10:45am  $6/current students, $8/non-members All Ages Open Gym Fridays – 7:00-8:30pm $9/current students, $12/non-members

    $12
  • Downtown Crystal Lake Farmers Market

    Downtown Crystal Lake Farmers Market

    Grant Street Parking Lot Grant Street and Brink Street, Crystal Lake, 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 […]

    Free
  • Woodstock Farmers Market

    Woodstock Farmers Market

    Woodstock Square 121 W Van Buren St, Woodstock, IL, 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 […]

    Free
  • Lake in the Hills Summer Sunset Festival

    Lake in the Hills Summer Sunset Festival

    Sunset Park – LITH 5200 Miller Rd, Lake in the Hills, IL, United States

    The Summer Sunset Festival is an annual event that offers the community an opportunity to enjoy a wealth of activities, food, and entertainment as the summer season comes to a close. This three-day event will be held at Sunset Park, 5200 Miller Road, from Friday through Sunday over Labor Day weekend. Admission is FREE, the […]

    Free
  • Bernotas Middle School Presents Bye Bye Birdie

    Greenroom Improv

    Raue Center for the Arts 41 Grant St, Crystal Lake, IL, United States

    Greenroom Improv SATURDAY, AUGUST 30, 2025 | 7:00 PM Ticket Price: RaueNOW Membership Adult: $14 RaueNOW Membership Student: $9.10 Standard Adult: $20 Standard Student: $13 —– For over 20 years, GreenRoom Improv has performed nationally for a wide range of audiences and events. GreenRoom specializes in a unique blend of clean, high-energy, multi-faceted improv comedy. […]

    $20
  • Cary Farmers Market

    Cary Farmers Market

    Cary Train Station 100 W. Main St, Cary, IL, 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.

    Free
  • Farmers Market+ At The Dole

    Farmers Market+ At The Dole

    The Dole 401 Country Club Rd, Crystal Lake, IL, 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 […]

    Free
  • Lake in the Hills Summer Sunset Festival

    Lake in the Hills Summer Sunset Festival

    Sunset Park – LITH 5200 Miller Rd, Lake in the Hills, IL, United States

    The Summer Sunset Festival is an annual event that offers the community an opportunity to enjoy a wealth of activities, food, and entertainment as the summer season comes to a close. This three-day event will be held at Sunset Park, 5200 Miller Road, from Friday through Sunday over Labor Day weekend. Admission is FREE, the […]

    Free