*Full Calendar Below
Gather & Grow
2nd & 4th Saturday
Each Month
9:00 – 10:30 AM
Read Between the Lynes
Story Time
Thursdays and Saturdays
10:30 AM
Home Depot Kids Workshops
1st Saturday Each Month
9:00 AM
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. 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.
This year we’re turning up the volume and kicking off an unforgettable summer at the NEWLY renovated Towne Park! Join us for a season of amazing live music, delicious food trucks, and unbeatable summer vibes! Mark your calendars for Thursday evenings from June 19 – August 14 (except July 3)! Concerts start at 7PM and are FREE […]
Hold on to your hats! Bull riding returns to the McHenry County Fair! Next Level Pro Bull Riding puts on an epic display of man vs bull. Come for authentic […]
Woodstock First United Methodist Church Parents Night Out
June 28 – Aaron Herman & the Blues Cruisers, 50s Sock Hop, costume contest July 26 – County Music Band -Buckle, line dancing August 2 – No Limit Band, 70s […]
Explore Crystal Lake after dark! Two family-friendly routes (10 & 20 miles) along neighborhood streets and bike paths. NEW THIS YEAR! • Simplified routes (Family-Friendly 10 Miles & 20 Miles) • T-shirt and entry to the Afterparty at Raue Center included with every registration! (live music, raffles, cash bar)! Date: Saturday, August 2, 2025 Location: Start – […]
$3.00 admission, Mondays & Wednesdays. For more details: https://www.amctheatres.com/events/summer-movie-camp 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM Movie Times. 6/23 – Bad Guys 6/25 – Bad Guys 6/30 – Minions: The Rise of Gru 7/2 – Minions: The Rise of Gru 7/7 – Despicable Me 4 7/9 – Despicable Me 4 7/14 – Kung Fu Panda 4 […]
$3.00 admission, Mondays & Wednesdays. For more details: https://www.amctheatres.com/events/summer-movie-camp 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM Movie Times. 6/23 – Bad Guys 6/25 – Bad Guys 6/30 – Minions: The Rise of Gru 7/2 – Minions: The Rise of Gru 7/7 – Despicable Me 4 7/9 – Despicable Me 4 7/14 – Kung Fu Panda 4 […]
The next Lightbulb Lab is happening Tuesday, August 5th! Join us from 10 AM – 12 PM at 405 Airport Rd, Harvard, IL for a hands-on event where kids and young adults can learn about electricity, electrical safety, and the world of skilled trades. Interactive activities, tool demos, and a whole lot of learning and […]
Celebrate National Night Out – an evening of Public Safety and Community Partnership at Lakefront Park, 10 Riverview Ave. Fox Lake, IL from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Come see a variety of Police, Fire, and Public Works vehicles. There will be games and activities for kids of all ages. Celebrate National Night Out – […]