*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
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.
The Candy Cane Kids Lane is a new addition that will be located WITHIN our Merry Market event on Saturday, November 9 from 10am-3pm at the Quarry. The Merry Market has a fee of $2/Adults and kids may enter the event for free; however, there is a $5 fee per child to enter the exclusive […]
Earth Sculptures Be inspired by nature as we take in the beauty of the Earth and create our own Earth sculptures! Using only what we find in nature, our creativity will flourish as we make our own natural art. Be prepared to go off trail! Long pants and closed toed shoes are recommended. For ages […]
It’s that time of year For the Alden-Hebron Booster Club Feather Party! A Feather Party is a night full of raffles, fun, fellowship, food & drinks. They also have a silent auction going on through-out the night. It’s called a Feather Party because for every round of raffles, a turkey or poultry is given away […]
Starts at 12pm
Functional Fitness Hiking Let’s focus on fitness! Join us on a guided fitness hike with a professional coach that incorporates functional fitness movements along the way. This class is great for those wanting to work out and get fit in the outdoors. Emphasis is placed on proper technique, pacing, and fueling the body during the […]
Winter Farmers Market at the Dole Free Admission, Free Ample Parking, ATM Onsite, 50+ Vendors
Letterboxing Go on an adventure through nature as we follow a story-like scavenger hunt! Individually or as a group you will set off to follow the clues that are along the trail. Meet at the shelter by 2pm to have a chance to work through all the clues! Letterboxing is a fun and recreational way […]
Try the Free Lacrosse Clinic Now’s your time to try this awesome sport! Sign up today with the QR Code or link here: https://docs.google.com/…/1W96m7NPgLZBQpYDe9Iy7…/edit…
Leafy Dreams Mobile Unleash your creativity and craft a stunning mobile with yarn, leaves, pinecones, beads, and dried flowers. Transform natural elements into a whimsical decoration that brings a touch of nature’s beauty into your home. For ages 5-8 with an adult Registration is required Please register through McHenry County Conservation District Resident – Free / […]
GriefShare: Surviving the Holidays Wondering how you will survive the weeks surrounding Thanksgiving and Christmas? Are you dreading these holidays, knowing that everything has changed and that happy memories from past years can’t be recreated?Surviving the Holidays seminar is especially for people who are grieving a loved one’s death.For more info or to register, visit springbrook.org/holidayhope
Monthly Grief Support Group: A grief support group that provides a safe place where grieving people can come, listen, and share their stories. We meet on the second Thursday of every month.
LMNOP is held the 3rd Friday of each month at 9:30am. Language Music N’ Our Peeps (LMNOP) is an interactive and engaging program designed to guide parents and young children through learning basic sign language and other forms of communication while using music and language-based activities. Recommended for ages pre-natal to 36 months. To learn […]