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.

Holiday Photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus

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 […]

$27.30

Merry Cary Holiday Parade & Festival 2024

Downtown Cary Main St, Cary, IL, United States

Merry Cary Holiday Parade & Festival 2024 A time-honored tradition in downtown Cary—the Merry Cary Holiday Parade & Festival on Sunday, December 8, from 12:30-3:30 p.m.! This festive family celebration […]

Free

Carriage Rides on the Historic Square

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 […]

Free

2024 Winter Pops Concert

Holiday Inn Crystal Lake 800 South Illinois Route 31, Crystal Lake, IL, United States

Join us for an evening of music and festive joy at our 2024 Winter Pops Concert at the Holiday Inn in Crystal Lake! Tickets are on sale now at www.clcb.org and are […]

$12

Holiday Sing-a-long with WHS Music Students

Woodstock High School Theatre 501 W South St, Woodstock, IL, United States

Holiday Sing-a-long with WHS Music Students Join the WHS Music Students for a joyful holiday sing-along featuring live music, a festive story by Santa, delicious treats, and a special memento […]

$10

Meet the Grinch

Squire on the Square 101 N Johnson St, Woodstock, IL, United States

Meet the Grinch You better watch out…you better not cry….The GRINCH is coming to town!! Join us in welcoming the big man in green on Tuesday, December 10th from 5:30pm […]

Free

Christmas Tree Bucket Workshop

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

Christmas Tree Bucket Workshop Create your own faux Christmas tree in a bucket. Great gift idea. Or table decoration for your home or office. All supplies provided. Just bring yourself […]

$40

Paint & Sip Family Night

Trio Grille Restaurant & Bar/Glo-Bowl Fun Center 101 Franks Rd, Marengo, IL, United States

Enjoy a Paint & Sip Family Night at Trio Grille Restaurant & Bar/Glo-Bowl Fun Center Wednesday, December 11th from 6:30-8:30pm Art is pre-sketched and instructed by Artzilla Studio $35 per […]

$35

Ladies Night Out Holiday Edition

Legion Hall – Huntley 11712 Coral St, Huntley, IL, United States

Ladies Night Out Holiday Edition Ladies, join us for an evening out in Huntley! Ring in the holidays with a night of fun, pampering, special promotions and so much more. […]

Free

Merry and Bright Ladies Night

Village Vintner 2380 Esplanada Dr, Algonquin, IL, United States

Merry and Bright Ladies Night! Join in for the annual holiday sip and shop. Browse an intimate selection of makers and small businesses at the Algonquin Village Vintner.

Free

Meet the Grinch

Rookies – Huntley 12220 Princeton Drive, Huntley, IL, United States

Meet the Grinch You better watch out…You better not cry… The GRINCH is coming to town!! Come to Rookies in Huntley to Meet the Grinch!! Thursday, December 12th from 5:30pm […]

Free

Yoga at the Farm

Main Stay Therapeutic Farm 6919 Keystone Rd., Richmond, IL, United States

Yoga at the Farm on Thursday, December 12, 2024 | 6-8pm Instructed by Denise Jordan & Kandis Nissen at Main Stay Therapeutic Farm, 6919 Keystone Road, Richmond, IL 60071 Come […]

$25