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.
Legion Hall – Huntley
11712 Coral St, Huntley, IL, United States
Huntley Winter Farmers Market Winter Season: The indoor farmers markets take place on the second Saturday of the month during the winter. They are located inside the American Legion ( 11712 Coral Street) during November and December. They then move inside Huntley Municipal Complex (10987 Main Street) from January to April. We’re open from 9:00am-1:00pm.
Woodstock Harley-Davidson
2235 S Eastwood Dr, Woodstock, IL, United States
Event Name: Veterans Day Stand To Date: Saturday, November 9, 2024Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Event Highlights: 10:30 AM: Guest Speaker11:00 AM: POW/MIA Remembrance Ceremony All Day Activities:✪ Chat with Local Veterans✪ Food & Live Music✪ 20 Veteran Organizations, including: American LegionsCounty Veteran Services OfficesLovell VA HospitalVFWsMilitary RecruitersMilitary Displays Join us for Veterans Day […]
Lake in the Hills Village Hall – Community Room
600 Harvest Gate, Lake in the Hills, IL, United States
Calling all princes and princesses! Join your favorite princesses for an enchanting time of magic fun. Enjoy live performances. Engaging meet and greets, photos, interactive activities and more. All participants receive a tiara and ribbon wand for the princess pledge. Must Register by Friday, November 1st. Register through the Lake in the Hills Parks and […]
Glacial Park
6705 Route 31, Ringwood, IL, United States
Crazy About Canines. Do you love dogs? Come learn about their local, wild cousins- coyotes and foxes! We will take a closer look at their skulls and furs, and learn how they survive in our area. Then, we will go on a short hike to see if we can find any evidence of wild canids. […]
The Quarry Cable Park
5517 Northwest Hwy, Crystal Lake, IL, United States
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 […]
Harrison Benwell Conservation Area
7055 McCullom Lake Rd, Wonder Lake, IL, United States
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 […]
Crandall’s Restaurant
10441 RT 47, Hebron, IL, United States
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 […]
Lake in the Hills Fen Conservation Area
1500 Jefferson St, Lake in the Hills, IL, United States
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 […]
Rush Creek Conservation Area
20501 McGuire Road, Harvard, IL, United States
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 […]
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…