Northern Illinois Parents

MCYSA Summer International Baseball Tournament
2025-07-11 00:00 - 2025-07-14 23:59 (America/Chicago) | Lippold Park, 851 IL-176, Crystal Lake, IL, 60014, United States
Baseball fans unite! This internationally recognized youth tournament brings teams from around the globe to Crystal Lake and Woodstock.
Expect teams from Japan, Brazil, Puerto Rico and more! Don’t miss:

Opening Ceremonies (7/11)
Armed Forces Night (7/13)
1858 Vintage Baseball Game (7/13)
Championship Games (7/20)

Movies in the Park - Woodstock Square
2025-06-12 19:30 | Woodstock Square, 121 W Van Buren St, Woodstock, IL, 60098, United States
Free, Select Thursdays in June and July at 8:30 PM
Join us for a FREE movie in the park. The event starts at 7:30 PM with crafts / activities. Movie starts at 8:30 PM. Bring your lawn chair, blanket, and some snacks.
6/12 – Moana 2
6/19 – 101 Dalmatians
6/26 – Kung Fu Panda
7/10 – Muppet Movie
7/17 – Zootopia
7/24 – Wild Robot

Algonquin Summer Concert Series
2025-06-19 19:00 - 20:30 | Towne Park, 100 Jefferson St, Algonquin, 60102, United States
This year we’re turning up the volume and kicking off an unforgettable summer at the NEWLY renovated Towne Park! Join us for a season of amazing live music, delicious food trucks, and unbeatable summer vibes! Mark your calendars for Thursday evenings from June 19 – August 14 (except July 3)! Concerts start at 7PM and are FREE to attend!A huge THANK YOU to our 2025 Concert Series Sponsor, Expert Roofing – Joe Mac, for helping make this incredible summer of music possible!

Pearl Street Market & Music in the Park
2025-06-05 17:00 - 20:30 | Veteran’s Memorial Park – McHenry, 3400 Pearl St, McHenry, IL, 60050, United States
Join us for our community event at the Pearl Street Market. Enjoy the live music, shop the market of local vendors, eats from market vendors & food trucks.5pm – music in picnic pavilion, market & food trucks.7pm – main stage act in gazebo
We encourage you to bring your chairs, blankets & this event is perfect for all the generations to enjoy together.

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.

Rotary’s Rockin’ Ribfest
2025-07-10 00:00 - 2025-07-13 23:59 | Sunset Park – LITH, 5200 Miller Rd, Lake in the Hills, IL, 60156, United States
The Rotary Club of Lake in the Hills’ Rockin Rib Fest will take place July 10 – 13, 2025 at Sunset Park in Lake in the Hills, Illinois. Rockin Rib Fest is a four day festival brought to you by the Lake in the Hills Rotary and features the best in live entertainment, a full size carnival, business expo, plus some of the best food around. Did we mention our festival also plays host to a variety of award winning BBQ and Rib Vendors? Don’t miss out on four of the best days of summer.

Woodstock City Band Concerts
2025-06-04 19:00 - 20:00 | Woodstock Square, 121 W Van Buren St, Woodstock, IL, 60098, United States
June 4: Planes, Trains, Automobiles & Beyond
Ice Cream Sponsor: Groundhog Days
June 11: Summer Reads
Ice Cream Sponsor: Woodstock Pride
June 18: Kaleidoscope
Ice Cream Sponsor: Theatre 121
June 25: Player’s Choice
Ice Cream Sponsor: Farm Bureau of McHenry County
July 2: America the Beautiful
Ice Cream Sponsor: Friends of the Opera House
July 9: The Big Apple
Ice Cream Sponsor: Friends of the Library
July 16: Fiesta
Ice Cream Sponsor: Hispanic Connections
July 23: Strange Humors
Ice Cream Sponsor: Friends of the Old Courthouse

Cary Cruise Nights 2025
2025-06-04 18:00 - 20:30 | Downtown Cary, Main St, Cary, IL, 60013, United States
Longest running Car Show in McHenry County! Every Wednesday Night in McHenry County! This summer, we’re thrilled to return downtown for our home location for Cary Cruise Nights. Every Wednesday Night in downtown Cary from 6:00-8:30P. *Final two weeks of the summer the shows end at 8:00P due to darkness
We’re eagerly anticipating our 27th season and the opportunity to return to the newly renovated downtown Cary. The 2025 Cary Cruise Night season is brimming with fresh and exciting features. Visit the www.CaryGroveChamber.com for information or our Facebook page @CaryCruiseNight for weekly updates and weather cancellations.

AMC – Lake in the Hills Summer Movie Camp
2025-06-23 14:00, 2025-06-23 11:00 | 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

Lunchapalooza | Ben Tator and the Tator Tots
2025-07-09 11:00 - 12:00 | Towne Park, 100 Jefferson St, Algonquin, 60102, United States
Pack your lunch and chairs for a funky good time with Ben Tatar and the Tatar Tots! This jazzy group delivers a fun-filled experience for kids while also serving up tunes that adults will love. With a focus on audience interaction, Ben and the Tots bring a lively horn section, Conga lines, live band freeze dance, and a full menu of catchy songs—many of which are all about food! Get ready for a high-energy show packed with toys, surprises, and great tunes for the whole family to enjoy. Don’t miss out on this tasty musical adventure!
Lunchapalooza concerts are brought to you by Algonquin Recreation.

Regal Showplace - Summer Movie Express
2025-06-10 11:00 | 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

Summer Storytime at the Parks
2025-06-11 10:30 | Lions Park – Fox River Grove, 101 Beachway, Fox River Grove, IL, 60021, United States
Check the schedule to see which FRG park we’ll be at each Wednesday. No registration required!

Pregnancy & Postpartum Support Group
2025-04-09 09:00 - 10:30 | Virtual
For Mothers: from pregnancy through the first year

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

Leona’s Pizzeria McHenry Grand Opening
2025-07-08 11:00 - 23:00 | Leona’s Pizzeria, 3102 IL-120, McHenry, IL 60051, McHenry, IL, 60051, United States
Leona’s Pizzeria is opening their fourth location in McHenry, IL with the first 75 guests in line receiving a free personal pizza! The restaurant will serve its signature lineup of Chicago-style pizzas – including thin crust, stuffed deep dish, Sicilian, and pan.

TUESDAYS FOR TOTS
2025-06-10 10:00 - 11:00 | McHenry County Historical Society & Museum, 6422 Main St, Union, IL, 60180, United States
TUESDAYS FOR TOTS IS BACK with a special addition.

Looking for FREE family fun this summer? Join us on the second Tuesday of each month for Tuesdays for Tots and Inbetweens—a playful, creative, and memory-making morning designed just for kids ages 2–12!
If your kiddos are not quite a tot? Not quite a teen?
Definitely full of curiosity and energy?
Perfect. This is for YOU.

See you tomorrow between 10 AM – 11 AM at the museum 6422 Main Street in Union, IL
Expect games, crafts, stories, and surprises—all for FREE! Bring the fam, bring your smiles, and we’ll bring the fun.

Tag a parent or caregiver who needs to know about this!

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.

FIREWORKS & CONCERT
2025-07-06 19:00 | Crystal Lake Main Beach, 300 Lakeshore Dr, Crystal Lake, IL, 60014, United States
SUN JUL 6
7 PM: CONCERT • DUSK: FIREWORKS
MAIN BEACH, 300 LAKESHORE DR

ADMISSION
9-2:30 PM: Regular Beach Admission (wristband included)

AFTER 2:30 PM: $5 per person/children under 3 free (wristband required)

WRISTBANDS ON SALE AT ADMIN OFFICE BEGINNING JUN 23. No refunds for pre-sold wristbands.

Concert: Crystal Lake Community Band & Voices in Harmony

Parking Locations: Main Beach lot, grass in front of Dole Mansion, South Elementary

No gas grills, glass near beach, hard alcohol, smoking or vaping, bikes or skateboards, dogs or firearms.
Picnic tables are first come, first served basis. One table per family.

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!

𝐅𝐮𝐥𝐥 𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐮𝐩:
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

Crystal Lake’s Annual Independence Day Parade
2025-07-06 13:00 | 100 W Woodstock St, 100 W Woodstock St, Crystal Lake, 60014, United States

Prenatal & Postpartum Gathering
2025-04-06 11:00 - 13:00 | Moon Phases of Life Ministry, Dean St, Woodstock, IL, 60098, United States
Join Us for the Village Prenatal & Postpartum Gathering!
Sunday, September 7th at 11 AM Moon Phases of Life Ministry – Woodstock, IL
This month’s topic is Sex, Intimacy & Connection in Pregnancy and Beyond + Connecting with Your Baby with special guest speaker Dr. Heather Keppen, MEd, PhD, LCPC – Behavioral Health Therapist
Pregnancy, birth, and postpartum bring many physical and emotional shifts that can impact intimacy, connection, and self-identity. Join us for an open, supportive discussion about nurturing your relationship, rebuilding intimacy, and fostering emotional closeness with your partner and baby. Dr. Keppen will offer insights, strategies, and a safe space to explore these important topics with compassion and understanding.
What is The Village Prenatal & Postpartum Gathering?A Community Prenatal is a sacred, communal gathering that nourishes and celebrates those on the journey of motherhood—whether you are expecting, postpartum, or simply holding space for others. It is a space to connect, share wisdom, and empower yourself with knowledge for pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and family wellness.
Each month, we offer free educational classes, discussions, and hands-on activities to support families in navigating holistic health. These gatherings are for anyone who feels called to connect—pregnant, postpartum, birth workers, or those planning for a future pregnancy.
Why do we offer this for free?Because education, community, and support should be accessible to all. We believe in empowering families with holistic tools and wisdom so they can make the best choices for their relationships, birth, and beyond.
Come as you are. Your sisterhood is waiting. RSVP: https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.moonphasesoflife.com%2Fbooking-calendar%2Fvillage-prenatal%3Freferral%3Dservice_list_widget%26fbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR1ysO9Ynie8_J708te_NMu2Kg7A6iPIxT0PIb-2qyii1SV1QykEjqXFCCQ_aem_vBHmbE9IrXTpJ6evbflZjA&h=AT3FINSP0LUWGUmJzUbpP_p6asOKCahQ3cZsNOcASOJPIkBW43bi0ScYdTSI2AiJnul6EJZKO3y0pRIPr1hssPUNPI-EqkwPwflXS2YLw12R6uI6l2lmH5gyVq7G8JkzgbJaMQhRMNivbKCiMg&__tn__=q&c[0]=AT1oS72CZffrYSwa2rs2loBCNS9oRapDzOyBBbdzmgaSLZ52wxLqU7kLVsPTizmfRuVMBbJPYgdOpySL7ZIbG6YmuREzhDOVbVzepQ0uKPnS3D4bl53S2KmjxSgDZeDjiH_kvLZLuSV0UDCaVXbkvOQvCDOmi0K4

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