Farms
Oney’s Tree Farm
Jessica share’s her experience at Oney’s Tree Farm where you can get a live Christmas Tree that you plant after the holiday. […]
Woodstock
Halloween
Halloween Events in McHenry County
Halloween isn’t just about trick-or-treating. There is an entire month’s worth of family-friendly events happening in McHenry County to get everyone into the spooky spirit. Whether your kids are the haunted house and scary movie-loving […]
Halloween
The Supreme Guide to Trick-or-Treating in McHenry County
Obviously Halloween 2020 is going to look a bit different than usual. However it’s on SATURDAY this year so let’s make the best of it! Be sure to bookmark this page and come back frequently as we […]
Pumpkin Patches
Pumpkin Patches in McHenry County
There is no need to grab a pumpkin when you are grocery shopping. McHenry County (and the surrounding areas) have plenty of farms that will give you the perfect pumpkin and make memories your kids […]
Farms
U-Pick Blueberries at McCann Berry Farm
Editor’s Note: This review was written based on personal experience in 2013. Currently, McCann’s is only picking blueberries, and the story has been updated to reflect that. Strawberry Season may have drawn to a close, […]
Water Play
Splash Pads & Spray Parks in McHenry County
I love spray parks! With four kids and a 7 year age range, it’s a great way for some water fun without having to worry about having enough hands and helpers to be in a […]
Special Events
Free Comic Book Day in McHenry County
Any kind of reading counts as readings so if your kids are into reading comic books help then change up their collection with Free Comic Book Day. This day is usually held every year on […]
Berry Picking
Strawberry and Berry Picking in McHenry County
Editor’s note: updated to reflect current Phase 3 conditions. My kids can eat their weight in berries and then some! Find unlimited berries which will make for some amazing smoothies, shakes, pies and cakes, or just breakfast […]
Valentines
Heart-Shaped Pizza in McHenry County
Looking for a way to make Valentine’s Dinner at home with the family a little more fun and festive? Maybe you have a savory tooth instead of a sweet tooth? Heart-Shaped pizza are here to […]
Christmas
The Holidays Shine Bright at McHenry County Tree Lightings
Your children will ooh and ahhh and delight in staying up after dark (we won’t tell them it’s only 6:00 p.m.!) when you light up the holidays at a McHenry County Tree Lighting. From lighted […]