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.
Royalty Gymnastics, Tumble & Dance
10715 & 10763 Wolf Drive, Huntley, IL, United States
Pancakes with Santa! Get ready for a magical holiday morning with Pancakes with Santa on December 15th from 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM! Enjoy a delicious pancake breakfast, followed by fun crafts and games for the whole family. Capture the holiday spirit with photos with Santa—he’s ready to hear all your Christmas wishes! Tickets are […]
Xtreme Wheels Roller Skating Center
691 Virginia Rd, Crystal Lake, IL, United States
Join HLC Therapy for a FREE all inclusive roller rink party. Open to the community! Inclusive accommodations include:•skate rentals donated by Xtreme Wheels•no entry fee•low lights•sensory glow room•quiet and/or no music•wheelchairs welcome•adults able to walk on the rink•speech, OT, and PT support
Unity Spiritual Center of Woodstock
225 W. Calhoun St, Woodstock, IL, United States
Jolly Jingles: A Santa Sing-a-Long CelebrationDate & Time: Saturday, December 15th | 12:00 PM – 3:00 PMLocation: Unity Spiritual Center of Woodstock225 W. Calhoun St., Woodstock, ILAdmission: FREE Get ready for a holly jolly afternoon at Jolly Jingles: A Santa Sing-a-Long Celebration! Bring your family and friends to the Unity Spiritual Center of Woodstock for […]
Bentley’s Pet Stuff
1492 South Randall Road, Algonquin, IL, United States
Holiday Photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus! Reserve your spot! Bring your friends, dogs, cats and family for professional photos! Pets are not required to attend! $25 – 15 minutes to do as many poses as you would like and the choice of one digital image. Each addition image will be $5 – purchase at […]
Scorched Earth Brewing Company
203 Berg St, Algonquin, IL, United States
Stay Frost Holiday Market at Scorched Earth Brewing Let’s chill and stay frosty this holiday season indoors at Scorched Earth Brewing! Sip the best brews around— porters, ales, kolsch, stouts, and more!Shop from a curated collection of 20+ local small business owners selling a variety of handcrafted/sourced goods (something for you and your loved ones […]
Ricky’s Rascals and Wholesome Petz Pet Supplies
101 N State St, Marengo, IL, United States
Santa Paws Fundraiser Come for a tail-wagging event where your little ones can munch on cookies, sip hot cocoa, and hang out with their favorite characters! Meet Elsa and Anna for frost-filled storytelling, high-five Spider-Man between cookie bites, and watch the Grinch’s heart grow three sizes when he meets our adorable adoptables! Santa himself is […]
Village of Fox Lake: Lakefront Park
71 Nippersink Rd, Fox Lake, IL, United States
Children’s Holiday Party Come out and enjoy cookie decorating, holiday crafts, and visits with Santa! This is a free event for residents of Fox Lake/Ingleside and $3.00 per non-resident child. The Children’s Holiday Party is held at the Lakefront Park Building, 71 Nippersink Blvd. Fox Lake, IL 60020. Also, don’t forget to turn in your […]
Artisan Marketplace
1245 N. Green Street, McHenry, IL, United States
Kids Ornament Workshop Bring the kids by for a holiday workshop. Color – Paint 2 wood ornaments . All supplies included. Limited Seating. Payment and reservation are required before class. Cost is $10.00 per child. Call Artisan Marketplace today to reserve your spot. (815) 322-2698.
Colonel Palmer House
660 E Terra Cotta Ave, Crystal Lake, IL, United States
The Christmas Tree Ship – A Holiday Tea For ages 5+ Join Diana Kenney as she portrays Barbara Schuenemann, telling the story of her husband Herman, Captain of the Christmas Tree Ship. Schuenemann, fondly known as Captain Santa, brought shiploads of Christmas trees from northern Michigan to Chicago each year until his ship sunk in […]
Woodstock Square
121 W Van Buren St, Woodstock, IL, United States
Carriage Rides on the Historic Square See for yourself why Woodstock was voted the most festive Christmas town in Illinois. Enjoy the charm and enchantment of the Woodstock Square during the Holidays with a nostalgic horse drawn carriage ride around the Square. This is a first-come, first-served opportunity and a popular holiday attraction, so grab […]
Timmermanns Ranch & Saddle Shop
29550 W Roberts Rd, Island Lake, IL, United States
Pony Rides with Santa. Kick off the holiday season with a pony ride, festive cookies, hot cocoa, and a visit with Santa. We will be collecting donations for our local food pantry. Looking forward to seeing you there. FREE EVENT!