Northern Illinois Parents

Cary Farmers Market
2025-06-01 09:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | Cary Train Station, 100 W. Main St, Cary, IL, 60013, United States
Cary IL. Summer Farmers Market on Main Street in Downtown Cary IL!! Local fresh produce, meats, eggs, cheese, baked goods, sweets, flowers, knife sharpening, and so much more! Live music!! Bloody Mary’s!! Amazing food from all our local restaurants on Main Street.

Hooked on Fishing (Rush Creek)
2025-06-15 09:00 - 12:00 | Rush Creek Conservation Area, 20501 McGuire Road, Harvard, IL, 60033, United States
Bring the whole family and join our Conservation Police Officers for fishing fun, prizes and more!
A fishing license is not required for this FREE event. Bring your gear or borrow ours! Children get preference on poles. First come, first served. Adult supervision of children is required.
Registration required at MCCD.me/HOF

McHenry Youth Fishing Derby
2025-06-15 07:30 - 12:30 | Whispering Oaks Park, 1204 Manchester Mall, McHenry, IL, 60050, United States
The McHenry Youth Fishing Derby hosted by K-Adams Foto is a FREE EVENT for kids!_______________________________________ **Trophies will be awarded** in four age categories for kids aged 1-16 (1-4, 5-8, 9-12, and 13-16) for:– Smallest Fish– Largest Fish. **Giveaways & Prizes:**– Pre-register to be entered into a special giveaway (walk-ins are welcome too).– The first 150 kids will receive goodie bags along with participation gifts, including a bucket and microfiber towel.
**RAIN OR SHINE EVENT**
**Bait and breakfast provided** (feel free to bring your own bait and snacks).
**Important Info:**– Bring your own fishing pole and gear.– Thank you to McHenry Park and Recreation for sponsoring the fish for the derby!– Must be present to win.
Official rules and regulations can be found when you register.

Parents' Night Out
2025-05-10 17:30 - 22:30 | Brown Bear Daycare, 21007 McGuire Rd, Harvard, IL, 60033, United States
Drop your child(ren) off at Brown Bear Day Care and enjoy a child free night out.
$10 per child, per hour5:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
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Harvard Tractor Supply Farmer's Market
2025-05-10 09:00 - 14:00 | Harvard Tractor Supply, 1201 South Division Street, Harvard, IL, 60033, United States
Join us for our third annual 2nd Saturday Farmer’s Market!
Our markets consist of a very wide range of vendors.
Delicious food and sweets
Locally grown produce and honey
Local farm raised meats
Handmade crafts, soap, ect.

Looking to become a vendor with us? Send me a message or contact the store for more info! 815-943-4104 (ask for Cheyanne) BEST PART ABOUT BEING A VENDOR HERE?! IT’S FREE! no booth fee required!

9am-2pm located in the parking lot of Tractor Supply
May 10th
June 14th
July 12th
August 9th
September 13th
October 11th

Woodstock Farmers Market
2025-05-27 08:00 - 13:00 | Woodstock Square, 121 W Van Buren St, Woodstock, IL, 60098, United States
Join us on the Woodstock Square as the Woodstock Farmers Market returns with more than 60 amazing local vendors, live music, and all the fresh, fun vibes you’ve been waiting for.

We’re talking produce, plants, baked goods, meat, eggs, coffee, kombucha, milk, coffee, handmade goods, and more—plus the buzz of community in full bloom.

Bring a chair or a blanket and enjoy the live tunes, good food, and small-town magic every Saturday & Tuesday.

Harvard Farmers Market
2025-06-14 08:00 - 13:00 | Downtown Harvard – Ayer St, 40 N Ayer St, Harvard, IL, 60033, United States

Downtown Crystal Lake Farmers Market
2025-06-14 08:00 - 13:00 | Grant Street Parking Lot, Grant Street and Brink Street, Crystal Lake, 60014, United States
Get ready to fill your Saturdays with farm-fresh goodness at the Downtown Crystal Lake Farmers Market. Join us every Saturday from 8 AM to 1 PM at a new (temporary!) location: Grant Street Parking Lot! (Grant Street parking lot is located right on the corner of Grant Street and Brink Street.)
Join us for a delightful experience filled with local flavors, artisan makers, and vibrant energy. Whether you’re stocking up on organic produce, indulging in homemade treats, or browsing unique handmade treasures, our market has something for everyone. Bring your family, friends, and furry companions to soak up the lively atmosphere and support local vendors. Mark your calendars and join us as we celebrate community, sustainability, and the abundance of the season at the Downtown Crystal Lake Farmers Market!
Visit our web page, where you’ll find our vendors and sponsors coming soon: downtowncl.org/farmers-market

St. Mary's Huntley 2nd Annual Fun Run/Walk
2025-06-14 07:00 - 12:00 | Warrington Field, 12201 W Main St, Huntley, 60142, United States
St. Mary’s Huntley’s first Annual Fun Run/Walk at the Park on June 14, 2025, from 7 a.m. to 12 p.m. to raise funds for the renovation of our Historic St Mary’s Church. The event promises to be an exciting Faithfully Fit experience, bringing together families and fellow parishioners for a fun-filled morning.

Brick Builders Club of Algonquin
2025-06-06 17:00 - 19:30 | Bricks & Minifigs, 212 Eastgate Ct., Algonquin, 60102, United States
Come build epic structures, complete fun challenges, and connect with fellow LEGO fans! Bricks are provided, just bring your imagination. Friday Nights from 5:00 pm – 7:30 pm.

Fox Lake Friday Night Live
2025-06-06 16:00 - 21:00 | Village of Fox Lake: Lakefront Park, 71 Nippersink Rd, Fox Lake, IL, 60020, United States
The Village of Fox Lake is thrilled to introduce Friday Night Live, a brand-new summer event series launching in June 2025. Taking place at the newly renovated Lakefront Park, this exciting weekly event will feature a farmers market (4-7 PM), free live music (7-9 PM), and a variety of food and beverage options from local businesses and food trucks. Presented by Ray Auto Group, Friday Night Live will run every Friday from June through August, offering a vibrant community experience for residents and visitors alike.

Community Resource Day
2025-06-06 10:00 - 14:00 | Willow-Crystal Lake, 100 S Main St, Crystal Lake, United States
Community Resource Days – Every Friday!

Looking for support or resources in McHenry County? Stop by Willow Crystal Lake every Friday from 10:00am – 2:00pm.

This collaborative event connects individuals with vital services, including:

– Veteran & Homeless Services-Housing & Utility Assistance-Mental Health, Disabilities & Substance Abuse Support

-Employment Help-Youth & Family Services-Food & Medical Assistance

PLUS: Free showers, lunch, laundry, haircuts, clothing, and bike repair available on-site.

Dragon Egg Craft
2025-06-13 10:00 | Harvard Diggins Library, 900 E McKinley St, Harvard, IL, 60033, United States
The new “How to Train Your Dragon” movie releases today so visit the Library to create a unique dragon egg of your very own. All ages welcome, all supplies provided. Younger children will need adult assistance. Registration is required and can be done after May 19 at www.harvard-diggins.org/events

Farmer for a Day
2025-06-19 09:30 - 13:30 | Hephzibah Farms, 13202 Hebron Rd, Hebron, 60034, United States
We have two dates open! Monday June 16th and Friday June 13th are both available. If you have kids younger than 8, we recommend signing up for the 13th since it is mostly 7 year olds. If you have older kids, the 16th will be a better fit.

If neither of those dates work for you, simply select all the dates that work for your schedule and we will reach out when we open up new options!

As a reminder, this runs from roughly 9:30-1:30. Kids will get to do real farm chores for a couple hours before breaking for lunch and swimming in our pool. The price is $50 per kid. All the other information is included in the link below!

To sign up or for more info, click here:

https://forms.gle/p5geG4wZQ8xQMPJD7

Movies in the Park - Woodstock Square
2025-06-12 19:30 | Woodstock Square, 121 W Van Buren St, Woodstock, IL, 60098, United States
Free, Select Thursdays in June and July at 8:30 PM
Join us for a FREE movie in the park. The event starts at 7:30 PM with crafts / activities. Movie starts at 8:30 PM. Bring your lawn chair, blanket, and some snacks.
6/12 – Moana 2
6/19 – 101 Dalmatians
6/26 – Kung Fu Panda
7/10 – Muppet Movie
7/17 – Zootopia
7/24 – Wild Robot

Pearl Street Market & Music in the Park
2025-06-05 17:00 - 20:30 | Veteran’s Memorial Park – McHenry, 3400 Pearl St, McHenry, IL, 60050, United States
Join us for our community event at the Pearl Street Market. Enjoy the live music, shop the market of local vendors, eats from market vendors & food trucks.5pm – music in picnic pavilion, market & food trucks.7pm – main stage act in gazebo
We encourage you to bring your chairs, blankets & this event is perfect for all the generations to enjoy together.

Connie's Craft Corner
2025-06-10 13:00 - 14:30 | Stingray Bay, 122​19 Lois Lane, Huntley, 60142, United States
Our young Stingray Bay passholders and visitors can enjoy free crafting activities at our new “Connie’s Craft Corner” on Tuesdays and Thursdays at The Bay this June and July from 1:00 – 2:30p! Simply visit the pavilion near Little Ray’s Reef to jump in on the fun! Primarily for ages 5 and under.

Woodstock City Band Concerts
2025-06-04 19:00 - 20:00 | Woodstock Square, 121 W Van Buren St, Woodstock, IL, 60098, United States
June 4: Planes, Trains, Automobiles & Beyond
Ice Cream Sponsor: Groundhog Days
June 11: Summer Reads
Ice Cream Sponsor: Woodstock Pride
June 18: Kaleidoscope
Ice Cream Sponsor: Theatre 121
June 25: Player’s Choice
Ice Cream Sponsor: Farm Bureau of McHenry County
July 2: America the Beautiful
Ice Cream Sponsor: Friends of the Opera House
July 9: The Big Apple
Ice Cream Sponsor: Friends of the Library
July 16: Fiesta
Ice Cream Sponsor: Hispanic Connections
July 23: Strange Humors
Ice Cream Sponsor: Friends of the Old Courthouse

Cary Cruise Nights 2025
2025-06-04 18:00 - 20:30 | Downtown Cary, Main St, Cary, IL, 60013, United States
Longest running Car Show in McHenry County! Every Wednesday Night in McHenry County! This summer, we’re thrilled to return downtown for our home location for Cary Cruise Nights. Every Wednesday Night in downtown Cary from 6:00-8:30P. *Final two weeks of the summer the shows end at 8:00P due to darkness
We’re eagerly anticipating our 27th season and the opportunity to return to the newly renovated downtown Cary. The 2025 Cary Cruise Night season is brimming with fresh and exciting features. Visit the www.CaryGroveChamber.com for information or our Facebook page @CaryCruiseNight for weekly updates and weather cancellations.

Regal Showplace - Summer Movie Express
2025-06-10 11:00 | Regal Showplace, 5000 US-14, Crystal Lake, 60014, United States
Each week from June 10 to August 6, get $1 Summer Movie Express tickets to the first show on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

Make every summer movie outing even more enjoyable by including cinema favorites like Pepsi, popcorn, ICEE, Dippin’ Dots, or a Super Pretzel as part of the feature presentation. All Summer Movie Express guests can purchase a specially priced $5 Snack Pack, which includes a junior-sized drink, snack-sized popcorn, and fruit snacks. Save an additional $3 when paired with an order of Dippin’ Dots!

6/10 – Sing 2
6/10 – Puss in Boots: The Last Wish
6/11 – Sing 2
6/11 – Puss in Boots: The Last Wish
6/17 – Trolls Band Together
6/17 – IF
6/18 – Trolls Band Together
6/18 – IF
6/24 – Sonic the Hedgehog 2
6/24 – The Bad Guys
6/25 – Sonic the Hedgehog 2
6/25 – The Bad Guys
7/1 – Sonic the Hedgehog 3
7/1 – The Wild Robot
7/2 – Sonic the Hedgehog 3
7/2 – The Wild Robot
7/8 – Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse
7/8 – Paw Patrol: The Movie
7/9 – Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse
7/9 – Paw Patrol: The Movie
7/15 – Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse
7/15 – Paw Patrol: The Mighty Movie
7/16 – Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse
7/16 – Paw Patrol: The Mighty Movie
7/22 – Kung Fu Panda 4
7/22 – Despicable Me 4
7/23 – Kung Fu Panda 4
7/23 – Despicable Me 4
7/29 – Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem
7/29 – The Garfield Movie
7/30 – Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem
7/30 – The Garfield Movie
8/5 – Minions: The Rise of Gru
8/5 – Paddington in Peru
8/6 – Minions: The Rise of Gru
8/6 – Paddington in Peru

Summer Storytime at the Parks
2025-06-11 10:30 | Lions Park – Fox River Grove, 101 Beachway, Fox River Grove, IL, 60021, United States
Check the schedule to see which FRG park we’ll be at each Wednesday. No registration required!

FREE summer sing-a-longs: BenAnna Band
2025-06-11 10:00 | Crystal Lake Main Beach, 300 Lakeshore Dr, Crystal Lake, IL, 60014, United States
Grab a blanket and join the Crystal Lake Library and Crystal Lake Park District as we team up to bring you free concerts for kids this summer! These fun-loving headliners start at 10 am! Free snack and juice while supplies last. Julie Ann’s available for purchase.

WED JUN 11: BenAnna Band @ Main Beach

SAT JUN 28: Strikers Band @ Woodscreek Park

FRI JUL 11: Istavan & His Imaginary Band @ Veteran Acres Shelter

TUE JUL 22: Allie Hulen @ Veteran Acres Shelter

Classic Cinemas – Woodstock - Wednesday Morning Movie Series
2025-06-04 09:00 | Classic Cinemas – Woodstock, 209 Main St, Woodstock, IL, 60098, United States
See family movies all summer long on Wednesday mornings for $2 (*plus applicable tax.). Get reserved seating tickets online (no convenience fee!) or at the theatre. Doors open at 9 AM for entertainment and games. Showtime begins at 10 AM.

6/4 – The Day the Earth Blew Up: Looney Tunes
6/11 – Sonic the Hedgehog 3
6/18 – The Wild Robot
6/25 – Transformers One
7/9 – Shrek 2
7/16 – The Garfield Movie
7/23 – Kung Fu Panda 4
7/30 – Despicable Me 4
8/6 – Harold and the Purple Crayon

Classic Cinemas – Fox Lake - Wednesday Morning Movie Series
2025-06-04 09:00 | Classic Cinemas – Fox Lake, 115 Center St, Fox Lake, 60020, United States

Concerts on the Square
2025-06-10 19:00 - 21:00 | Huntley Town Square, 11704 E Coral St, Huntley, IL, 60142, United States
During the summer months, Concerts on the Square take place every Tuesday from 7-9:00pm in Huntley Town Square. Our free outdoor concert series is a great opportunity to enjoy a variety of musical genres, from rock and blues to country and jazz.
Thank you to our 2025 event sponsors!MI Homes (June 10)DeFiore Funeral & Cremation Services (June 17)FNBO (June 24)CBBEL (July 1)Edward Jones – Bob Gajewski Jr. (July Huntley Realty (July 15)MI Homes (July 22)MI Homes (July 29)American Legion (August 5)

Concert in the Park
2025-06-03 19:00 | Crystal Lake Main Beach, 300 Lakeshore Dr, Crystal Lake, IL, 60014, United States
Each week the Crystal Lake Park District hosts a regional band to perform at Main Beach. Pull out a blanket and enjoy a great night of free entertainment lakeside. Concerts are held on Tuesdays at 7 PM beginning June-August. Food and beverage (beer and wine) and small charcoal grills are allowed (no glass please.) In the event of inclement weather, decision to reschedule the concert will be made by 2 pm. Check status by calling 815.410.4475 ext 6.

PARKING
Please park in the following areas for concert evenings: Main Beach parking lot, grass triangle across the street from the Lakeside Arts in the Park (Dole Mansion) and South Elementary. Please do not park at the boat gate, Dole Mansion or Seminary Park.

May 27*

Good Clean Fun (Cover Band)

Jun 03

CL Community Band (Instrumental)

Jun 10

Bopology (Swing)

Jun 17

Serendipity (All Female Cover)

Jun 24

Strung Out (Oldies)

Jul 01

Voices in Harmony (Choral)

Jul 15

Eric Case Band (Country)

Jul 22
Jul 22

The Jolly Ringwalds (80s)
Kingpins (6 pm)

Jul 29

CL Community Band (Instrumental)

Aug 5

Radio Gaga (Queen & Lady Gaga Tribute)

* Line dance lessons at 6 pm

FOOD TRUCK SCHEDULE
5/27: Kissed by Fire, Smashed Burger, Julie Ann’s
6/3: Tiki Terrace, Julie Ann’s
6/10: Hippie Grilled Cheese, Smashed Burger, Julie Ann’s
6/17: Brother’s BBQ, My Funnel, Julie Ann’s
6/24: Smashed Burger, Tiki Terrace, Julie Ann’s
7/1: Kissed by Fire, Julie Ann’s
7/15: Hippie Grilled Cheese, Brother’s BBQ, My Funnel, Julie Ann’s
7/22: Kissed by Fire, My Funnel, Julie Ann’s
7/29: Tiki Terrace, Julie Ann’s
8/5: Hippie Grilled Cheese, Brother’s BBQ, My Funnel, Julie Ann’s

Autism Resource Center Social Empowerment Group
2025-06-10 14:00 - 16:00 | Woodstock Square Mall, 110 S Johnson St, Woodstock, IL, 60098, United States
Meet at the Woodstock Square Mall. Teen Group Ages 13-17

TUESDAYS FOR TOTS
2025-06-10 10:00 - 11:00 | McHenry County Historical Society & Museum, 6422 Main St, Union, IL, 60180, United States
TUESDAYS FOR TOTS IS BACK with a special addition.

Looking for FREE family fun this summer? Join us on the second Tuesday of each month for Tuesdays for Tots and Inbetweens—a playful, creative, and memory-making morning designed just for kids ages 2–12!
If your kiddos are not quite a tot? Not quite a teen?
Definitely full of curiosity and energy?
Perfect. This is for YOU.

See you tomorrow between 10 AM – 11 AM at the museum 6422 Main Street in Union, IL
Expect games, crafts, stories, and surprises—all for FREE! Bring the fam, bring your smiles, and we’ll bring the fun.

Tag a parent or caregiver who needs to know about this!
