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.

Luminaria Walk

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 […]

$1

Island Lake Tree Lighting & Spaghetti Supper

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 […]

$5

Marengo Christmas Parade

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 […]

Free

Christmas Movies at the Outdoor Theatre

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! […]

$15

Social Dance Night – December

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 […]

$10

Breakfast with Santa

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 […]

$15

2nd Annual Grinch Breakfast

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 […]

$30

Breakfast with St. Nick

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 […]

Free

Winter Farmers Market at the Dole

The Dole 401 Country Club Rd, Crystal Lake, IL, United States

Winter Farmers Market at the Dole Free Admission, Free Ample Parking, ATM Onsite, 50+ Vendors

Free

Holiday Housewalk Craft Fair

Various location in Marengo/Union

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 […]

Free

Kids Shopping with Santa’s Elves

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 […]

Free

2nd Annual Jingle & Mingle Event

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 […]

Free