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.

Cookies and Churros with Santa

Woodstock Square 121 W Van Buren St, Woodstock, IL, United States

Cookies and Churros with Santa Immediately after the Annual Woodstock Christmas Parade, join us to warm up and enjoy Cookies and Churros with Santa and tell him what you want for Christmas.  This is a free event hosted by the Woodstock Area Chamber of Commerce & Industry, the Hispanic Connections Group, and many other sponsors.

Free

Parent/Child Holiday Gift Making Memories

Crystal Lake Park District 1 E Crystal Lake Ave, Crystal Lake, IL, United States

Kick off the holiday season with a heartwarming tradition! Join us for the Parent/Child Holiday Gift Making Memories event—an evening of creativity and festive fun, perfect for making cherished memories with your little one. For just $36, you and your child will: -Decorate and design 3 special gifts for family members, including a wood, ceramic, […]

$36

Free Lacrosse Clinic

Cotton Creek School 545 Newport Ct, Island Lake, IL, United States

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…

Free

Meet Santa at Nick’s Pizza and Pub

Nick’s Pizza & Pub – Crystal Lake 856 Pyott Rd, Crystal Lake, IL, United States

Meet Santa at Nick’s Pizza and Pub. Come and have pizza and beverages with Santa! It’s a holiday experience for the whole family! Visit https://nickspizzapub.com/nicks-pizza-pub-crystal-lake/ for more details.

Free

Luminaria Walk

Veteran Acres Park 431 Walkup Rd, Crystal Lake, IL, United States

Enjoy a beautiful stroll under the stars as we light a trail through Veteran Acres Crystal LakeTrail map with parking and low mobility course information located on our website$1 per person/$5 max per family donation appreciated for future Nature Center education programs DEC 4-64:30-7:30 pmWalk the lit trail (no activities)

$1

Christmas Wreath Workshop

Artisan Marketplace 1245 N. Green Street, McHenry, IL, United States

Christmas Wreath Workshop Decorate your own faux evergreen wreath to take home with you. All supplies included. Limited Seating RSVP & Payment required to hold your space All supplies included. Cost is $40.00 per person. Call Artisan Marketplace today to reserve your spot. (815) 322-2698 .

$40

Visit with Santa – Cary

Foxford Hills Golf Course 6800 Rawson Bridge Rd, Cary, IL, United States

Come visit Santa and make sure to bring a camera to capture the special memory. Free admission.

Free

Bopp’s Family Bingo Night

Bopp’s Bar and Grill LLC 103 E Front St, Harvard, IL, United States

Bopp’s Bar and Grill will be hosting family bingo night! This is NOT bar bingo. This is a simple 5 round, fun, kid friendly, bingo. A funny and simple prize will be given out to the winner each round. Starts at 6pm and estimating it will take about an hour to complete. Family Bingo Night! […]

Free

Annual Craft & Vendor Fair

McHenry Township Recreation Center 3519 N Richmond Rd, Johnsburg, United States

Senior Services Associates will be hosting their Annual Craft & Vendor Fair

Free

Holiday Music with Seniors

Second Season Retreat 906 IL-22, Fox River Grove, IL, United States

Holiday Music with Seniors Music for the Ages is partnering with Rock ‘n’ Kids to help make this holiday merry and bright! An amazing event to get seniors and little ones (5 and under) together for the holidays! Sing and dance to holiday music.  This is a free event. Register at https://www.musicfortheages.net/event-list

Free

Meet Santa at Nick’s Pizza and Pub

Nick’s Pizza & Pub – Crystal Lake 856 Pyott Rd, Crystal Lake, IL, United States

Meet Santa at Nick’s Pizza and Pub. Come and have pizza and beverages with Santa! It’s a holiday experience for the whole family! Visit https://nickspizzapub.com/nicks-pizza-pub-crystal-lake/ for more details.

Free

Ladies Night Out 2024

The Old Courthouse Center 101 N. Johnson St., Woodstock, IL, United States

Ladies Night Out 2024: Holiday Hoedown Y’all are invited to the 2024 Ladies Night Out Holiday Hoedown! Round up your friends, put on your best boots, and get ready to kick up some holiday cheer! Enjoy a festive evening of shopping, dining, and fun on the town—country style. Dress in your best Western wear and join us […]

$15