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.

Woodstock Winter Farmers Market

All Seasons Orchard 14510 IL-176, Woodstock, IL, United States

The Woodstock Winter Farmers Market has a new location! Visit your favorite local farmer’s market vendors at All Season Orchard. Enjoy the expanded market with room for even more vendors, […]

Free

Holiday Photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus

Bentley’s Pet Stuff 1492 South Randall Road, Algonquin, IL, United States

Holiday Photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus! Reserve your spot! Bring your friends, dogs, cats and family for professional photos! Pets are not required to attend! $25 – 15 minutes […]

$27.30

2024 Donuts & Cocoa with Santa

Tom’s Farm Market 10214 Algonquin Rd, Huntley, IL, United States

2024 Donuts & Cocoa with Santa Join us on December 7th from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a festive morning full of holiday cheer! Our ‘Donuts & Cocoa with […]

$20

Breakfast with Santa

Cucina Bella 220 S Main St, Algonquin, IL, United States

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 […]

$25

Stories with Santa

Johnsburg School District 2222 Church St, Johnsburg, IL, United States

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 […]

$5

Annual Craft & Vendor Fair – McHenry

Parkland School – McHenry 1802 N Ringwood Rd, McHenry, IL, United States

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 […]

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

A Very Merry Huntley

Huntley Town Square 11704 E Coral St, Huntley, IL, United States

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 […]

Free

Santa’s Candy Cane Hunt

McHenry Recreation Center 3636 Municipal Drive, McHenry, IL, United States

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.

$10

Cookies with Mr. and Mrs. Claus

Lake in the Hills Village Hall – Community Room 600 Harvest Gate, Lake in the Hills, IL, United States

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 […]

$10

Carols and Cheer

Christ Community Church Huntley Campus 10547 Faith Way, Huntley, IL, United States

You’re invited to Christ Community Church’s free Carols and Cheer event on December 7th! Enjoy music, fun, and a visit from Santa!

Free

Holiday Photos with Santa

Hooved Animal Humane Society 10804 McConnell Rd, Woodstock, IL, United States

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 […]

$20