
Registration NOW OPEN for Woodstock Thunder Youth Tackle Football!!

*Full Calendar Below
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. 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.
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| 2 events, ![]() Registration NOW OPEN for Woodstock Thunder Youth Tackle Football!! $350 ![]() Registration NOW OPEN for Woodstock Thunder Youth Competitive Cheer!! $525 | 0 events, | 0 events, | 1 event, – ![]() Come join us and our band “The Other Guys” in Rockin the night away to kick off Autism awareness, acceptance and inclusion month! Food, Drinks, Dance, Raffles, silent Auctions! $50 | 5 events, – Ready to level up your babysitting skills? Our Babysitting Course (ages 11-17) will help you gain the skills needed to become the go-to sitter in your neighborhood! Learn everything from safety tips, fun activities, and earn your completion card. Sat, Apr 5, 9 am-1 pm at Admin. Bldg $80 res/$90 non-res More info and link […] $80 – ![]() Babysitter Training Workshop – Sign Up Today! Looking to build confidence and skills as a babysitter? The American Red Cross Babysitter’s Training Course is the perfect opportunity! This fun, fast-paced workshop includes hands-on activities, exciting videos, role-playing, and engaging discussions. Learn essential child-care skills, including: Supervising children and infants Diapering, feeding, and dressing Choosing safe, […] $85 | ||
| 3 events, – ![]() Cary Winter Farmer’s Market is held on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of the month from 9am – 1pm, between the months of October and May. It is held in the Algonquin Township Building, 3702 US Route 14, Crystal Lake Free – Looking to get your photo with the Easter Bunny? Or maybe just a cute Easter photo? Join K-Adams Foto, from 10AM-1PM, for professional digital photos with the bunny!.PLEASE NOTE: 12PM -1PM will be designated for families with PETS only..- Light drinks and snacks will be provided- This is a WALK-IN EVENT (no appointments required)- Coloring […] $25 | 0 events, | 1 event, – ![]() Join us for Tuesdays for Tots during Museum Week. There will be story time, craft time, and play time. Ages 2-5. The program is for the tots but all the kiddos are welcome. This is a free event. Free | 0 events, | 1 event, – Come join us at ‘Moon Over McHenry’! It’s an evening of free astronomy fun at the McHenry Public Library. You’ll be able to view the Moon, planets and more through the excellent telescopes of the volunteers from the Lake County Astronomical Society (LCAS). This event is part of the 2025 Season of the LCAS Astronomy […] | 3 events, – ![]() Please join us for our spring open house on April 11th. Come and see what our program is about and what we have to offer our community. Free – ![]() It’s that time of the year, so paint those eggs, keep an eye out for the bunny and……grab a flashlight??? That’s right! Get ready for a great night looking for candy and prizes. Each participant must be accompanied by a parent. Ages 6-12. Registration deadline is March 28th. $5 | 16 events, – ![]() 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, live music, and family fun! Free – ![]() Mark your calendars! KidStuff Resale is BACK! •Thousands of Spring & Summer clothes, toys and gear for kids and babies & maternity •Clothing sizes 0-16, maternity clothes, shoes, costumes, strollers, bikes, games, puzzles, movies, books, bouncy seats, high chairs, push toys, swings, diapering accessories, cloth diapers, breast pumps, nursery décor, carriers and much more! •Doors […] $1 |
| 3 events, – Winter Farmers Market at the Dole Free Admission, Free Ample Parking, ATM Onsite, 50+ Vendors Free ![]() Join us at the 5th annual Spring Tea Party fundraiser hosted by the Friends of Harvard Diggins Library and the Greater Harvard Area Historical society at the Starline Factory. Enjoy afternoon tea, refreshments, photo opportunities, raffles, and more. This year’s entertainment features Leslie Goddard, PhD. as Lucille Ball. Tickets will be on sale at the […] $60 | 1 event, | 0 events, | 1 event, – Dog Egg Hunt Bring your pup and hop on over to the Dog Park at Hoffman Park for an egg hunt that is just for dogs! Owners must stay with their dog at all times. Please bring a basket or bag for collecting eggs. Each dog may have their picture taken with the bunny. Small […] $5 | 0 events, | 2 events, – ![]() Do you need a photo with the Easter Bunny? No school? No problem! We’ve got you covered! Register for the annual Huntley Area Chamber Easter Egg Scavenger “HUNT”-ley! Join us on FRIDAY, April 18th and discover local Huntley businesses while enjoying the thrill of hunting for eggs and other exciting prizes. The adventure begins and […] $5 – Under the Stars Easter Candy Hunt Join in for an “egg-citing” candy hunt under the stars at the Lions Park Softball Fields! In addition to hunting for candy, there will be golden eggs with “egg-ceptional” prizes inside! The Easter Bunny will be available for pictures as well. Don’t forget to bring a bag to carry […] $15 | 9 events, – ![]() Join us for breakfast with the Easter Bunny April 12th or April 19th. – ![]() Our annual Easter Event, “Photos with the Easter Bunny” will be held from 9:00-11:00 a.m. on April 19th at The Tender Loving Care Community Closet. We’re excited to partner with the Methodist and Presbyterian Churches to bring this delightful event to our community. Free |
| 1 event, – Cary Winter Farmer’s Market is held on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of the month from 9am – 1pm, between the months of October and May. It is held in the Algonquin Township Building, 3702 US Route 14, Crystal Lake Free | 1 event, ![]() We’re excited to host our annual PTO FUNDrive—a great opportunity to clean out your closets and support our school at the same time! Here’s how you can help: Bring your gently used clothing, shoes, household items, and books to our donation trailers located at both the Elementary & Middle Schools from April 21 thru April […] Free | 1 event, | 2 events, ![]() Join us as we host Kate Lakowski, Education Empowerment Partners, PLLC , as she shares the Basics of IEPs with our community at 7pm on Wednesday, April 23rd. Kate provides special education consulting and educational advocacy services, and is offering this FREE presentation to our community. Register to be emailed the zoom link: https://docs.google.com/…/1FAIpQLSemvxGwg…/viewform… Free | 1 event, | 2 events, ![]() You Are Invited!To The Parent Project: Coached by Rich: Life Lessons for Parents and GrandparentsFriday, April 25 | 6:45 PM | St. Mary School AuditoriumSuggested Donation $5.00Babysitting availableFor more information about this event, contact ginakranenburg@comcast.net, maggie.selof@gmail.com Featured Speaker Rich McEwen is a retired commercial and corporate pilot who also flew with the USAF for six […] | 6 events, – 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, live music, and family fun! Free – |
| 3 events, – Bring your poles and pals down to the local watering hole for our 1st annual spring fishing derby. You will compete for the longest fish, shortest fish and most variety of fish. There will be bait and gear for sale. Awards will be announced at 12:15 pm.Youth and Adult Divisions Registration Required $18 ![]() sun | april 27 | 8 am 1 mile – 8am5k – 8:30am50 yard dash – 9:30am*award ceremony to follow* | 0 events, | 0 events, | 0 events, | 1 event, – ![]() Join us for Ending the Silence for Families May 1st, 2025 | 6:00–7:00 PM 620 Dakota Street, Crystal Lake, IL This free one-hour presentation will help families recognize the warning signs of mental health conditions, understand the facts, and learn how to support themselves or loved ones. Register now by scanning the QR […] Free | 0 events, | 1 event, – ![]() Algonquin Recreation is excited bring back our Touch-a-Truck Event at at the Algonquin Public Works Facility for even more trucks to check out. Bring out those truck enthusiasts and get […] Free |