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.
McHenry Riverwalk
1202-1204 Riverside Drive, McHenry, IL, United States
𝐋𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐮𝐧𝐮𝐬𝐮𝐚𝐥: 𝐔𝐍𝐈𝐓𝐄. Join us at Miller Point Park for the 4th annual Full Moon Market from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Vendors of 𝐨𝐝𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬, 𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬, 𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐬, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐛𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐤𝐞 𝐠𝐨𝐨𝐝𝐬 will gather adjacent to the Fox River while festival goers shop, eat, and enjoy live music and live art […]
Converse Park
628 E State Rd, Island Lake, IL, United States
Island Lake Fall Fest is presented by the Island Lake Lions Club. Come join the fun on Saturday, October 12th from 2-5pm at Converse Park in Island Lake. There are many activities, including: -Pumpkin Decorating -Touch-a-truck -Decorations -Drinks -Halloween Games -Fall Hayrides
Holiday Habits
10716 Wheatlands Way, Huntley, IL, United States
Holiday Habits Scare Night 2024 Scare Night 2024 will be on October 12th from 6-10pm. Holiday Habits is celebrating our 24th year this year. Last year we had over 2500+ people throughout the night on Scare Night! On October 12th we will have live scare actors in the graveyard and walking around the property (Weather […]
Marengo Community High School
110 Franks Rd, Marengo, IL, United States
Dark Dreams Gothla is a spooky night of gothic bellydance, circus arts and halloween shenanigans. Adult tickets $8 at the door or $5 if you come in costume. Show starts at 7pm. But come early and visit the Fall Craft Fair happening right outside the theater doors. The Craft Fair is from 1-6pm. And get […]
Emricson Park
1313 Kishwaukee Valley Rd, Woodstock, IL, United States
2 Divisions, Youth division for ages 6-17 and an adult division for 18+ Registration is through Woodstock Recreation Compete for: longest fish, shortest fish, most variety of fish and best dressed fisherman. Awards announced at 12:15pm
Berkshire Hathaway Starck Real Estate – McHenry
803 Front St, McHenry, IL, United States
Join us for some spooktacular fun! Sunday October 13th from 1pm-3pm! All are welcome, costumes are encouraged! Food for sale courtesy of The Lions Club. Any questions call 815-385-5505
Crystal Lake Encore Memory Care
495 Alexandra Blvd, Crystal Lake, IL, United States
Dress up and get your treats at the Trunk or Treat in Crystal Lake at Encore Memory Care on Monday, October 14, from 2:00 – 4:00 PM Bring your little and big goblins to the fun, safe, trick or treat event in the parking lot of Encore Memory Care.
J’s Lanes
5507 S Division St, Harvard, IL, United States
Registration for the 2024-2025 Harvard Wrestling Club Season…. IS OPEN!! Our online registration is LIVE! Head to www.harvardwrestling.com to sign-up today! Our club is open to boys and girls ages 4-14 (in 8th grade this year). Practices will start the first week of November with tournament/competitions starting the first weekend of December! We will have […]
Royalty Gymnastics, Tumble & Dance
10715 & 10763 Wolf Drive, Huntley, IL, United States
Royalty’s Preschool & Homeschool Halloween Party Calling all little ghosts and goblins! Join us for a fun-filled Halloween Party perfect for preschool and homeschool kiddos! Open Gym – Let the kids burn off some energy with tons of active fun!Trick-or-Treating – Costumes encouraged for some indoor trick-or-treat fun!Snacks – Enjoy tasty treats to keep the […]
Deicke Park
11419 IL-47, Huntley, IL, United States
Be the first to experience our Not-So-Spooky Kids Halloween Hike through Deicke Park Trails! Get into the spirit of Halloween as you trick or treat your way through our winding woods filled with friendly ghosts and ghouls as you fill your buckets with sweets and treats. Gather your group and participate in our family friendly, […]