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.
J’s Lanes
5507 S Division St, Harvard, IL, United States
Registration for the 2024-2025 Harvard Wrestling Club Season…. IS OPEN!! Our online registration is LIVE! Head to www.harvardwrestling.com to sign-up today! Our club is open to boys and girls ages 4-14 (in 8th grade this year). Practices will start the first week of November with tournament/competitions starting the first weekend of December! We will have […]
Village Hall – Spring Grove
7401 Meyer Rd, Spring Grove, IL, United States
Rock ‘n’ Kids Boo-riffic Dance Party. This is no “trick,” “treat” yourself and your 1-5 year old to some creative fun! Children are encouraged to wear costumes. Join in for songs and musical activities about the Halloween season! Sing, dance, and play to music about going to the pumpkin patch, wearing costumes, trick-or-treating, and more. […]
Kingston Lanes Bowling and Sports Lounge
1330 S Eastwood Dr, Woodstock, IL, United States
Family pumpkin painting on the back patio of Kingston Lanes, Wednesday, October 23rd from 4-7pm Call or email to make your reservation, (815) 338-2105 or info@kingstonlanes.com Bring the Family for Pumpkin Painting!$10 per painter includes:~Pumpkin & Paint~Hot Beverage~Temporary Tattoos~Costume ContestRegistration by 10/21 Required to ensure we have enough pumpkins!
Bethany Lutheran Church
76 W Crystal Lake Ave, Crystal Lake, IL, United States
Halloween Carnival, a night filled with games, treats, and ghoulish fun! Costumes are highly encouraged. This event is open to everyone, so don’t miss out on the chills and thrills!
Locust Elementary School
539 Locust St, Marengo, IL, United States
Mark your calendars for the Locust Fall Fest & Trunk or Treat on October 25th! The Girls Scout Marengo Troop 222 will be helping with the Haunted Hallway at Locust’s Fall Fest and Trunk or Treat! We still would like to be able to help fill the Marengo More Food Pantry so please consider bringing […]
Lions Park – Harvard
876 E McKinley St, Harvard, IL, United States
At the Halloween Hideout in Harvard, test your hiding skills against the Harvard Police Department while supporting your Parks and Recreation Department! The last person hiding gets bragging rights along with prizes that may include cash, pool passes for 2025, and more! This event is a fundraiser for the Harvard Parks Foundation. Pre-registration and payment […]
St. Mary Catholic Church – Huntley
10307 Dundee-Huntley Rd, Huntley, IL, United States
All are invited to the Annual Trunk or Treating and Saintly Stories! Friday, October 25 from 6-8pm at St. Mary Catholic Church in Huntley. There will be trunk or treating from 6-7:30pm, hay rides, games, food and lots of fun! Bring the whole family out! It’s always a fun night!
Community Room – Harvard
201 W Diggins St, Harvard, IL, United States
Let your inner artist shine at this fall- or Halloween-themed painting workshop! Feel free to bring a snack and a non-alcoholic drink to enjoy while you paint. Art supplies provided. Ages 16+ are invited to join Alicia Londos for step-by-step instruction to paint a picture of YOUR CHOICE!
Kingston Lanes Bowling and Sports Lounge
1330 S Eastwood Dr, Woodstock, IL, United States
Enjoy a fun night of bowling with Kingston Lanes for their Family Halloween Cosmic Bowl on Friday, October 25th at 6pm. *Drink Specials (for the kids,too!)*Costume Contest Call or email to make your reservation, 815-338-2105 or info@kingstonlanes.com
McHenry Moose Lodge
3535 N Richmond Rd, Johnsburg, IL, United States
The 2nd Midwest Powerwheels Drag Race Event! It has been updated and revamped! For kids aged 3 and up! Free to watch and moose lodge will be selling food and drinks as well! Come on out, bring chairs and have a fun time and witness a little competition! Time is TBD, please check the Facebook […]
The Pieceful Project
27 Jandus Rd,, Cary, IL, United States
Get ready, Ilumineers for the Lorcana Shimmering Skies Championship! The party begins at 11am on October 26th, 2024. Set Championships are a fun way to challenge other Illumineers and improve your skills. The main focus? Give your best effort, treat others with respect, and have fun! Please see the Facebook event for: Tournament rules, Core […]