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.
Algonquin Commons Shopping Mall
1900 S Randall Rd, Algonquin, IL, United States
Boo Bash Halloween Party at Algonquin Commons! Get ready for a spook-tacular time at the Algonquin Commons Boo Bash on Saturday, October 26, from 12 PM to 2 PM! This family-friendly Halloween party is packed with fun, free activities, making it the perfect way to spend your Saturday. So, put on your best costume, bring […]
Melody Living – LITH
525 Harvest Gate, Lake in the Hills, IL, United States
A MARVEL’ous Melody Spooktacular Halloween Event! Bring your little ones in their Halloween Costumes and join us for this FREE community Trick-or-Treat event! This event will be held in both the Assisted Living and Memory Care Community as well as the Independent Living Community. Spooky Themed Treats • Candy • Balloon ArtistMagician • Coloring Activities
Living Waters Lutheran Church
1808 Miller Rd, Crystal Lake, IL, United States
Trunk or Treat, Enchanted Forest Hay Ride, Balloon Animals, Face Painting, Make and Take Arts and Crafts and more.*If raining, we will celebrate inside the church.Also, check out our ENCHANTED FOREST WALKEntire month of October, 9 AM to 6 PM DailyStroll through a forest path decorated for the season. Drop off a food pantry donation […]
Wonder Lake Police Department
4444 Thompson Rd, Wonder Lake, IL, United States
Get ready for the 2nd Annual Fall Fest hosted by the Wonder Lake Police Department! A day full of family fun and spooky activities! Proceeds from the event will benefit the WLPD. What’s happening?Trunk-or-Treat from 2 PM – 5 PMMusicFood TrucksBeer GardenVendors & Costume ContestTouch-a-TruckKids ActivitiesBonfire starting at 6 PM It’s going to be a spooktacular […]
Algonquin Road School
975 Algonquin Rd, Fox River Grove, IL, United States
Haunted Forest is hosted by the Grove Firefighters Association of the Fox River Grove Fire Protection District. Enjoy a spooky night in the Forest of Fox River Grove. “Not-so-Scary” 5:30pm – 7:00pm “Scary” 7:00pm – 9:00pm Entry Fee $5, Cash ONLY Children under 3 are free Forest Path is about .5 miles long. All proceeds […]
Nunda Township
3510 Bay Rd, Crystal Lake, IL, United States
Scouts BSA Troop 168/1680 invites you to brave the 3rd Annual Haunted Trail!Tricks, treats, and unspeakable sights lurk in the forest at Nunda Township. Follow the trail thru the dark… and who knows what monsters you’ll find. Saturday, October 26th 6-9pm3510 Bay RdCrystal Lake, IL 60012 All ages are welcome, but don’t say we didn’t […]
Illinois Railway Museum
7000 Olson Road, Union, IL, United States
Pumpkin Train on October 19th, 20th, 26th, and 27th. Enjoy a ride to the pumpkin patch aboard Halloween-themed electric interurban trains. While at the patch, ask our farm hands to help you find the perfect pumpkin, and pose for pictures in our various colorful, life size cutouts, as well as an antique farm tractor and […]
Hoops Sports Bar and Grill
10521 IL-47, Hebron, IL, United States
R/C Car Charity Event: Benefiting Riddick’s Ride Open from 10:00 AM until dark, Competitions begin at Noon Entry Fee: $20: 50% of the entry fee goes to benefit Riddick’s Ride, a local charity supporting families of children with complex medical needs. 50% will be paid back to event winners! R/C Events Include:- Demo Derby- Hill […]