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2006 events headline our community

From Mozart to Dick Tracy, seasonal events in McHenry County appeal to all ages and interest. Experience a slice of Americana at many of our community festivals and celebrations or immerse yourself in living history. McHenry County plays host to seasonal programs of local, regional and national music and performing arts or cruise in for one of the many classic car nights throughout the county. Welcome and enjoy the unique events that set McHenry County apart.

The McHenry County Convention & Visitors Bureau encourages you to call ahead or check event web sites before traveling!



COMING SOON:


Farmers Markets

Downtown Crystal Lake, Saturdays June - October 8am-1pm. A bounty of the area's freshest produce, flowers, baked goods and more. 815-479-0835 www.downtowncl.org.

Woodstock Farmers Market, on the Historic Woodstock Square. Every Tuesday and Saturday features the finest in local produce, flowers, organics, baked goods and other treats. Market hours: 8am - 1:30pm. Saturday market includes live entertainment. For a list of vendors, entertainment and special features: www.woodstockfarmersmarket.org.

Huntley's Farmers Market, on the town square, Coral St. between Church St. and Woodstock St.. Saturdays June 7th - September 27th, 8am-12pm www.huntley.il.us


 


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McHenry County, Illinois is located approximately 50 miles northwest of Chicago with easy access from I-90. The Fox River Valley and Chain O' Lakes region borders to the east giving way to quaint villages and expansive rolling countryside to the west. The county is traversed by routes 20, 31, 47, 120, 173 and 176 making it a convenient escape from all parts of northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.