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 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
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!
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 […]
Harvard High School
1103 N Jefferson 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 […]
Kingston Lanes Bowling and Sports Lounge
1330 S Eastwood Dr, Woodstock, IL, United States
Halloween Themed Family Bingo. Bring the kids in costume for a night of Bingo and prizes. Make your reservation today! 815-338-2105 * Bring treats to share* Kids costume contest & Parade @ 7pm* Spooky prize table
Irv Floress Safety Education Center
1109 Crystal Lake Road, Lake in the Hills, IL, United States
Bring your children out for a memorable trick-or-treating experience at Safety Town, located at 1109 Crystal Lake Road. Come see family friendly monsters, ghosts, and ghouls along with local officers, Police Explorers, and community volunteers. Let your little goblin maneuver through the miniature safety town buildings collecting candy while visiting with the fun and friendly […]
Woodstock Square
121 W Van Buren St, Woodstock, IL, United States
Trick-or-Treat at businesses around Woodstock Square. Costume contest and prizes for scariest, funniest and most original in four age categories of 3 and under, 4-8, 9-13 and 14 and up.
McHenry Outdoor Theater – Golden Age Cinemas
1510 N Chapel Hill Rd, Lakemoor, IL, United States
Triple Feature of Halloween Movies:High on the Hog, Halloweed, and Halloween III: A season of the witch! A special appearance by some who helped to make the movie and starred in it are in the works too! It’ll be just $15 for your ENTIRE carload to get into these features! Carload price!
McHenry Outdoor Theater – Golden Age Cinemas
1510 N Chapel Hill Rd, Lakemoor, IL, United States
Meet Leatherface & Enjoy a Double Feature. Extending Halloween all weekend here at the Outdoor! Brett Wagner, who played Leatherface, will be here for photo op and autographs! Then, settle in to watch Texas Chainsaw Massacre, followed by The Crazies! We will open at 5 PM. This is a unique way to celebrate the Halloween […]
Lions Park – Cary
503 Mildred Ave, Cary, IL, United States
Recycle your pumpkins in a fun way! Bring your pumpkins to Lions Park and compete with others to see which one wins the Pumpkin Roll or demolish your pumpkin in the Pumpkin Smash!