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.
Veteran Acres Park
431 Walkup Rd, Crystal Lake, IL, United States
Enjoy a beautiful stroll under the stars as we light a trail through Veteran Acres Crystal LakeTrail map with parking and low mobility course information located on our website$1 per […]
Island Lake Village Hall
3720 Greenleaf Ave, Island Lake, IL, United States
Island Lake Tree Lighting & Spaghetti Supper with Santa All you can eat spaghetti supper for $5.00 for ages 3 and up Free goody bags and books for kids! Village […]
Marengo Fire & Rescue
120 E Prairie St, Marengo, IL, United States
Join us for the Marengo Christmas Parade on December 7, 2024, at 5:30 p.m., hosted by the Marengo Fire & Rescue Districts! This year’s parade theme is “Your Favorite Christmas […]
McHenry Outdoor Theater – Golden Age Cinemas
1510 N Chapel Hill Rd, Lakemoor, IL, United States
Christmas Movies at the Outdoor Theatre Grab a HOT chocolate and bring the kids to see The Polar Express followed by Dudley Moore in Santa Claus: The Movie from 1985! […]
Main Beach Pavillion
300 Lakeshore Drive, Crystal Lake, IL, United States
Ages 15+NEW Beginner friendly format. Enjoy a progressive dance party that starts with pop-up walkthrough lessons and progresses to open dancing at the end. All songs during the evening are […]
Woodstock Moose Lodge
406 Clay St, Woodstock, IL, United States
Enjoy a delicious buffet breakfast just in time for the holidays. Stop by to see Santa for a photo op. All ages welcome, only 2 years and up need to […]
Niko’s Grill and Pub
7509 South Grant Highway, Marengo, IL, United States
Welcome to the 2nd Annual Grinch Breakfast! Come to Niko’s Grill & Pub for a fun-filled morning with the Grinch himself. Enjoy a delicious breakfast while meeting the iconic character in […]
St. Patrick Church
3500 Washington St, McHenry, IL, United States
Breakfast with St. Nick Enjoy breakfast, take a picture with St. Nick, receive a special treat and send your letter to Santa in our Express Mailbox! This is a free […]
Holiday Housewalk Craft Fair – Shop handmade crafts for the holiday season at various locations in Marengo and Union. The Marengo and Union Holiday Housewalk Craft Fair is organized by a volunteer […]
Steel Heart, LTD: House of Seven Gables
10308 US-14, Harvard, IL, United States
Kids Shopping with Santa’s Elves A special shopping event for children ages 12 and under. We have assorted items from the shop that are priced especially for children (everyone else […]
Sew Hop’d
One Union Special Plaza, Suite 113, Huntley, IL, United States
2nd Annual Jingle & Mingle Event Come Shop Many Local Small Businesses! Perfect for Christmas Gifts or for yourself. More details to follow! Check the event link for updates. There will […]