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.
Illinois Railway Museum
7000 Olson Road, Union, IL, United States
Pumpkin Train on October 19th, 20th, 26th, and 27th. Enjoy a ride to the pumpkin patch aboard Halloween-themed electric interurban trains. While at the patch, ask our farm hands to help you find the perfect pumpkin, and pose for pictures in our various colorful, life size cutouts, as well as an antique farm tractor and […]
Morrison Park
233 Rand Rd, Lakemoor, IL, United States
Bring the kids to a Trunk or Treat in Lakemoor on Saturday, October 19th from 12pm-2pm at Morrison Park in Lakemoor. There will be hot dogs, popcorn and affy tapples. Prizes for the best trunk. Wear your costumes and get some candy!
East End Pizza and Ice Cream
7431 Hancock Dr, Wonder Lake, IL, United States
Wonder Lake’s ultimate Fall-O-Ween event is happening on Oct 19th from 12pm-7pm, and it’s going to be HUGE! Presented by East Side Social, Infinity Auto Repair and Performance & East End Pizza, bringing you an unforgettable day packed with excitement: A DJ spinning non-stop hits, delicious food and drinks, a Car Show that’ll blow your […]
The Pieceful Project
27 Jandus Rd,, Cary, IL, United States
At the Spooky Lego Event for Kids you will be able to build legs, play games and have fun with your friends. Costumes are welcome, but not necessary. Join the fun at The Pieceful Project in Cary, on Saturday, October 19 from 1:00-3:00 PM.
Algonquin Road School
975 Algonquin Rd, Fox River Grove, IL, United States
It’s Fall Fun in Fox River Grove! It’s that time of year again! Grab the kids! Grab the grandparents! Grab the neighbors! Grab the friends! And join in for this FREE fun-filled event on the Kids Care Court and the soccer fields at Algonquin Road School on Saturday, October 19th at 2:00 PM! There will […]
Prairieview Education Center
2112 Behan Road, Crystal Lake, IL, United States
Celebrate the season during the Hallowoods walk! Bring your entire family out for a non-scary stroll through a luminary-lit savanna. Nature characters come alive and share stories along the trail. Enjoy refreshments around a warm, crackling fire. Costumes encouraged! Several time slots are available. For all ages, children ages 13 and under must be accompanied […]
Tom’s Farm Market
10214 Algonquin Rd, Huntley, IL, United States
Friendly, Spook Free, Moonlight Corn Maze and Hayride The corn maze takes on a new atmosphere after dark. Bring your flashlights and enjoy a fun, family friendly night at TOM’s exploring our 6 acre corn maze and moonlight hayride. Bonfires will be roaring and the café will be open for special night time treats. Tickets: […]
Woodstock North High School
3000 Raffel Rd, Woodstock, IL, United States
Family Health Partnership Clinic proudly presents the 24th Annual Care4 Breast Cancer 5K Run/Walk on Sunday, October 20, 2024 at Woodstock North High School. The Care4 Breast Cancer 5K is not only a day of celebration, inspiration and hope, it actually makes a huge IMPACT in our community. Our Care4 Community raises funds to support […]