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.

Haunted Forest

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 […]

$5

3rd Annual Haunted Trail

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 […]

$5

Pumpkin Train

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 […]

$20

R/C Extravaganza and Fall Fest

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 […]

$20

Trunk or Treat – Algonquin

America’s Antique Mall Algonquin 2451 S. Randall Road, Algonquin, IL, United States

It’s Trunk or Treat time! Channeling all ghosts and ghouls! Sunday, October 27th from 11am – 12:30pm, come to America’s Antique Mall Algonquin for spine-tingling tricks and TREATS! Venture outside for Trunk or Treat or float on inside to shop our spooktacular booths filled with out-of-this-world finds! Treat yourself with a haunt down our 50,000 […]

Free

Trunk or Treat – Harvard

Brown Bear Daycare 21007 McGuire Rd, Harvard, IL, United States

It’s a Trunk or Treat! Wear your favorite costume and stop by the trunks sponsored by the Harvard area’s local businesses. Free Admission Prizes awarded for best decorated car For more information call 815-943-3499 or email aknudsen@brownbeardaycare.org

Free

Trunk or Treat – McHenry

McHenry Moose Lodge 3535 N Richmond Rd, Johnsburg, IL, United States

20th Annual Trunk or Treat at the McHenry Mood Lodge 691 on Sunday, October 27th at 2pm. Free hotdog w/chips & water for kids. Adults $3.00 donation Event open to all kids in the community. For more info call 815-385-9770

Free

$1 Halloween Skate

Xtreme Wheels Roller Skating Center 691 Virginia Rd, Crystal Lake, IL, United States

The annual $1 Halloween skate event! Sunday, October 27th, 5:30-8:00pm Admission only $1 WITH COSTUME! $11 with no costume…. so DRESS UP! Rental $5 if needed, Skate mates $6 if needed Costume contest with prizes so dress your best!

$1

Halloween Howl

Fox Lake Police Department 301 Illinois Rte 59, Fox Lake, IL, United States

Join the Village of Fox Lake Police Department to celebrate Halloween. At the Halloween Howl, your family will get to meet members of the Fox Lake Police Department, enjoy treats, hot dogs, children’s activities, hot chocolate, and hay rides. This is a free event, and Halloween costumes are encouraged for both children and parents! If […]

Free