Fall
Fall Festivals in McHenry County
Summer may be over, but the fun of festival season doesn’t have to end. Fields with pumpkins and cider fall festivals are the perfect way to have fun as a family this fall. We’ve gathered […]
Crystal Lake
Fall
Family-Friendly Oktoberfest Celebrations in McHenry County
Whether you have German heritage or not, there is something about the fun and festivities of a good Oktoberfest to draw you in. Of course, there is the beer, or bier, but there is also […]
Back-to-School
School Supply Drives in McHenry County
School supplies are a big expense and can be a hardship for some families. You can give back to your community and help the burden by purchasing and donating schools supplies to organizations that provide […]
Health and Safety
National Night Out in McHenry County
The National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and helps to build a sense of friendly company amongst neighbors. This, in turn, makes our neighborhoods safer, better places to live. We’ve […]
Special Needs
August McHenry County Special Needs Calendar
We’ve rounded up this month’s events for families and children with special needs. Unless otherwise stated, all events require pre-registration. See the event listings for more information and to register. August Events for Children with […]
Outdoors
Find Adventure at Quarry Cable Park
This story originally published in 2016 on Little Lake County and has been updated to reflect current information. As we hit the mid-point of summer parents are looking for activities that will entertain our children […]
Fourth of July
Family Guide to July Fourth in McHenry County
Whether you decide to stay in your town or experience the Fourth of July in a new place each year, the celebrations in McHenry County are fun enough to keep you local for our national holiday. You’ll […]
Festivals
Summer Festivals and Fairs in McHenry County
Summer is our reward for surviving another winter and what better way to celebrate than at a festival! Whether you want a carnival, art, culture, music, or more there is a festival in McHenry County […]
Performance
Summer Concerts in McHenry County
One of the great things about summer is all the activities move outside! Summer concerts are a great way to spend time with family and friends and enjoy the talents of local musicians. Pack a […]
Performances
Crystal Lake Summer Concerts on the Beach
Originally published on little Lake County in 2017, updated to reflect current information. Watching your kids building sand castles on the beach, checking out the boats swaying on the water, running into neighbors and friends, sharing […]