*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
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.
All you can eat breakfast, portraits with Santa and Mrs. Claus, crafts, and more! Please register with Algonquin Recreation to secure a spot and time. Time slots are every half an hour between 9am and 12pm.
We are so excited for our “Stories with Santa” event Saturday, December 7th from 9am – 12pm and cannot wait for you to see the exciting new things we have in store for our kiddos this year!Don’t let the name fool you though, there will still be all kinds of goodies to eat while you […]
Annual Craft & Vendor Fair – McHenry Please join us for the McHenry Elementary Education Foundation 11th Annual Craft & Vendor Fair on Saturday, December 7th at Parkland School. Please email D15craftfair@d15.org for an application to participate. Thanks for supporting the teachers and student at McHenry D15!
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 group of crafters who are residents from Marengo and surrounding townships. The Committee is a Not-for-Profit group which meets regularly to plan and manage the […]
A Very Merry Huntley: December 7, 2024Start the day off with the Huntley Rotary Club’s Running of the Elves 5K, the First Congregational Church of Huntley’s annual Cookie Walk and Handbell Concert, and the Village’s Kris Kringle Market. Then join us in the evening for a pasta dinner at Legion Post 673, train rides, reindeer, […]
Cookies, Hot Cocoa, Crafts and a Photo with Santa For children ages 1-8, $10 per child, adults are free, registration is required through the McHenry Park and Recreation Department.
Join us for a delightful event where the magic of Christmas comes alive. Children will gather around as Mrs. Claus captivates them with enchanting holiday stories. There will be time for cookies and cocoa and holiday activities. Santa will stop by as well. This will be a jolly good time for everyone! Registration is required for […]
You’re invited to Christ Community Church’s free Carols and Cheer event on December 7th! Enjoy music, fun, and a visit from Santa!
Holiday Photos with Santa Have a day of family-friendly holiday fun while supporting a great cause by joining us for our Holiday Photos with Santa! You can meet Santa’s herd of HAHS horses, take photos with Santa, enjoy holiday themed arts and crafts, hay rides, and more!
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 pays regular price). Have them bring in their shopping lists of who they want to buy for. Santa’s elves help them choose, wrap, and tag […]
Holiday Market – McHenry Riverwalk Join us for some holiday cheer & shopping at the McHenry Riverwalk District. Shop at our 10 tiny shops & market vendors in Miller Point Park, eat at a food truck & enjoy entertainment in the gazebo. 12/7 theme is Rudolph, the Red Nose Reindeer* Food Truck is Stix & […]