*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.
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 […]
Discovery Days: Wild Canines Enjoy a morning of fun, educational activities focused on our special theme of the day. Games, lessons, and other hands-on experiences help participants explore our conservation areas. This is an outdoor program. Program content is appropriate for ages 2-6. For ages 2-6 with an adult Registration is required Please register through McHenry […]
Parent’s Night Out – Urban Air 3rd Friday of Every Month, 6 PM – 9 PM Drop the kids off for a fun-filled evening while you enjoy some well-deserved time off! Your child will experience the ultimate adventure with wall-to-wall trampolines, obstacle courses, and more! Our friendly and professional staff will ensure a safe and […]
The Woodstock Winter Farmers Market has a new location! Visit your favorite local farmer’s market vendors at All Season Orchard. Enjoy the expanded market with room for even more vendors, live music, and family fun!
Rockin Christmas Craft Fair, please join Rockin the Spectrum and their crafters for this free event!
Free Admission Register to have a table through the Cary Park District.
Holiday Open House and Storytime with Mrs. Claus You’re invited to The Holiday Open House! Browse 20+ Holiday themed areas to make your home shimmer and shine! Stop in with the family and friends for unique photo opportunities and specials! (Senior, Military, and First Responder Discounts offered all weekend) Bring the kids at 10am for […]
Hiding in Plain Sight Some animals have special markings or colors that let them blend into their surroundings. Can you think of different ways an animal can camouflage? Join us as we explore how animals can hide in their surroundings as we hike and play camouflage games. How good can YOU hide? Program content is […]
Hike with Mike: Buehler’s Day Outside Curate conservation conversations with McHenry County Board Chairman Mike Buehler. Lace up your sneakers, enjoy all the healthy benefits of the great outdoors and explore the trails at different conservation areas throughout the summer and fall. Discover what makes McHenry County a healthy and thriving place to work, live, […]