2024 Festival of Lights Parade Theme: Wish You Were Here, an Island Christmas  

Come out in your PJs and treat the whole family to a magical morning with Santa! The morning will be filled with a yummy breakfast, a festive hot cocoa bar, cookie decorating, and an ornament craft. Santa, the guest of honor, will also make an appearance to take pictures with all the kids. Don’t forget […]

Small Business Saturday Vendor Fair SHOP LOCAL all in one place inside and warm! Support local crafters/artists and complete your holiday shopping. Not only will there be plenty of shopping and good food but we also will have everyone’s favorite Mr. Mean to take photos with and grow your heart one size larger with holiday […]

Holiday Market – McHenry Riverwalk Join us for some holiday cheer & shopping at the McHenry Riverwalk District. Shop at our 10 tiny shops & market vendors in Miller Point Park, eat at a food truck & enjoy entertainment in the gazebo. 11/30 theme is Around the World* Food Truck is Da Local Boy from […]

Come out in your PJs and treat the whole family to a magical afternoon with Santa! The afternoon will be filled with a yummy pizza, a festive hot cocoa bar, cookie decorating, and an ornament craft. Santa, the guest of honor, will also make an appearance to take pictures with all the kids. Don’t forget […]

Join in for all the Merriment as we kick off the holiday season with our Festival of Lights Parade, Kris Kringle Market and Visits w/ Santa on Saturday, November 30th, 2024! Prior to the parade and tree lighting, attend a Kris Kringle Market located at the Community Garden Green, located at 17 E. School Ct, […]

Hebron Holiday Lighting Hebron is celebrating a green holiday, Saturday, November 30th at 6pm at Hebron Community Park on Price Road. Free Hot Chocolate from Hazel’s Diner.

Christmas Movies at the Outdoor Theatre Bundle up with those you love and share the cinematic memories that bring you back to a different time. It’s what our theater does best! It’s a Wonderful Life and White Christmas back to back. Just $15 for your ENTIRE CARLOAD to get in. Find more info and FAQ […]

The McHenry County Santa Run is a 5k run/walk and 1 mile walk that benefits 6 local children’s charities: Girls on the Run of Northwest IllinoisBig Brother Big Sister of McHenry CountyCASA of McHenry CountyMain Stay FarmsKiwanis Club of Crystal LakeKids In Need of McHenry County Registration link:https://raceroster.com/…/mchenry-county-santa-run-for-kids

Cary Winter Farmer’s Market is held on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of the month from 9am – 1pm, between the months of October and May. It is held in the Algonquin Township Building, 3702 US Route 14, Crystal Lake

For the 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.

Kick off the holiday season with the Annual Woodstock Christmas Parade the Sunday after Thanksgiving! Come out and welcome Santa and Mrs. Claus, plus all your favorite local organizations and businesses parading on floats!