Events

Featured Events in McHenry County

*Full Calendar Below

Elf an Aerial

Christmas Adventure

December 21

7:00 PM

New Year Party

December 31

2:00 PM – 12:00 AM

Noon Year’s Eve Party

December 31

11:00 AM – 2:00 PM

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. 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.

Harvard Wrestling Club Registration

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 […]

$125

Rock ‘n’ Kids Boo-riffic Dance Party

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. […]

$12

Family Pumpkin Painting

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!

$10

Howl-a-Ween Dog Parade

Lions Park – Cary 503 Mildred Ave, Cary, IL, United States

$5 registration fee, visit Cary Park District website to register. Dogs should be in costume and will receive a bag of treats. Dogs must be leashed

$5

Halloween Carnival

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!

Free

Locust Fall Fest & Trunk or Treat

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 […]

Free

Halloween Hideout – Harvard

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 […]

$10

Trunk or Treat – Huntley

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!

Free

Autumn Adult Painting Workshop

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!

$38

Family Halloween Cosmic Bowl

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

2nd Midwest Powerwheels Event

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 […]

Free

Lorcana Shimmering Skies Championship

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 […]

$25