Festivals & Events In McHenry County Illinois

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	July 2008 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 Friday Evenings 7pm-9pm Classic Car Cruise Nights, historic downtown Richmond, Classic cars displayed in the downtown area while a 50's style DJ spins the oldies. 815-678-4040 www.richmond-il.com July 3-5 Crystal Lake Gala Festival, Lippold Park-Crystal Lake. Celebrate at one of the area's largest outdoor summer festivals. Gala Fest includes big-name main stage acts, food, carnival rides, family-fun, parade and fireworks. 2008 headliners include Josh Kelley, Tyler Hilton and Sister Hazel. For schedule of events, direction and information: www.clgala.com July 4 Independence Day & Trolley Pageant , Illinois Railway Museum, Union. , Celebrate by joining IRM's annual parade of electrically powered streetcars, "L" cars, interurbans and work cars. Ride the diesel and electric mainline trains as well. Enjoy live music before and after the Trolley Parade. 1-800-BIG-RAIL www.irm.org Woodstock 4th of July Fireworks, Emricson Park, Woodstock. Display to begin at dusk. www.woodstockil.gov 13th Annual Run for the Arts. hosted by the Good Shepard Hospital Health & Fitness Center. 6:30am - 11am. Entry forms and run information available by calling Good Shepard at 847-620-4500. July 5-6 Fifth Annual Firecracker - the George Barris Classic, Custom and Ford-Shelby-Cobra Show, Volo Auto Museum, Meet the King of Kustom, George Barris, creator of the original Batmobile and many others. Volo's largest car show of the summer, food, music, prizes, games and lots of fun for all ages. 815-385-3644 www.volocars.com July 9 Children's Manners Class, Victorian Rose Garden B&B, Algonquin. 1-2:30pm, Come and learn the "secret" to good manners while enjoying tea and dessert. Topics include introductions and handshakes, how to RSVP, being on time, table manners, setting a table, respect for others and thank you notes. Suitable for boys/girls age 6-11. $12/child Reservations required: 847-854-9667 www.sleepandeat.com July 10-12 Sidewalk Sales - Downtown Crystal Lake. A bargain hunter's delight with something for everyone! 815-479-0835 www.downtowncl.org July 10-13 Rockin' Rotary Ribfest, Sunset Park - Lake in the Hills. Four days of unbelievably delicious, mouth watering barbecue and entertainment. Family-oriented event features nationally renowned ribbers and entertainment. 847-960-7400 July 11-20 Fiesta Days, McHenry-Petersen Park and throughout town. A perennial family favorite event. Pertersen Park features food, beer tent, entertainment, midway rides and games, "Spin Doctors" headline Saturday, June 12th. Parade kick-off Sunday, June 20th at 1:30pm in downtown McHenry. Saturday the 19th enjoy the 27th Annual Arts & Crafts in the Park at Veteran's Memorial Park. www.mchenrychamber.com July 12 Friendship Tea, Victorian Rose Garden B&B, Algonquin. 1-2:30pm, Steal away for an afternoon and spend some quiet time with friends. Enjoy dellicious dessert teatime in a Victorian setting, followed by a tour of the 1886 folk Victorian home. Wear your favorite hat and bring a story about friends to share with others. $14/person Reservations required: 847-854-9667 www.sleepandeat.com July 12 &13 Diesel Days , Illinois Railway Museum, Union. , Vintage diesels will pass in review at the depot. Ride on the coach train pulled by one of these powerful giants. Great photo opportunity of the diesel fan! 1-800-BIG-RAIL www.irm.org July 18 - 20 Midwest Fiber & Folk Art Fair, McHenry County College - Crystal Lake. The second annual fair offers the best in Art Marketplace, Fiber & Folk Art Education, Fine Fiber & Folk Art Show, Demonstrations and family entertainment with events just for kids, food, music and entertainment. 815-276-2537 www.fiberandfolk.com July 19 27th Annual Arts & Crafts in the Park, McHenry-Veterans Memorial Park . A summer tradition includes the in-water wooden classic and antique boat show, downtown sidewalk sales, and entertainment. www.mchenrychamber.com July 20 23rd Annual Woodstock Folk Festival, on the Historic Woodstock Square. 12:30-6pm, a great afternoon of entertainment featuring a variety of folk music ranging from traditional to contemporary blue grass. Includes children's area and open-mic stage. If rain, event will be held at the Old Courthouse Art Center. July 25-26 Sidewalk Sale Days, on the Historic Woodstock Square. Shop the square for special savings. www.awaketowoodstock.com July 26 Family Faith Night, McHenry-Petersen Park. Gates open at 4pm. An evening of music, food, games and kids activites with headliner Matthew West. Tickets available in advance from McHenry Area Chamber of Commerce and area businesses. www.mchenrychamber.com July 26 - August 3 USSSA 15U, 11U & 9U Open Summer National Baseball Championships. Crystal Lake. Sponsored by the McHenry County Youth Sports Association. See the best teams in their division from across the U.S. and international slug it out to become USSSA champions. www.mcysasports.org July 27 Ride for Dreams Motorcycle Show, Volo Auto Museum Hundreds of cyclists ride into the Volo Auto Museum to benefit the Northern Illinois Special Recreation Association. Entertainment, food, raffles, museum open for touring. Sponsored by Top Cats of Illinois motorcycle club. 815-385-3644 www.volocars.com July 27 - Aug. 5 CABA baseball. 9, 11 & 15 Year Old World Series Tournament. Games played throughout McHenry County. 815-276-3848. July 30 - August 1 USSSA 13U & 10U National Invitational Baseball Championship. Crystal Lake. Sponsored by the McHenry County Youth Sports Association. See the best teams in their division from across the U.S. slug it out to become USSSA champions. www.mcysasports.org August 2008 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 Friday Evenings 7pm-9pm Classic Car Cruise Nights, historic downtown Richmond, Classic cars displayed in the downtown area while a 50's style DJ spins the oldies. 815-678-4040 www.richmond-il.com July 30 - August 1 USSSA 13U & 10U National Invitational Baseball Championship. Crystal Lake. Sponsored by the McHenry County Youth Sports Association. See the best teams in their division from across the U.S. slug it out to become USSSA champions. www.mcysasports.org July 26 - August 3 USSSA 15U, 11U & 9U Open Summer National Baseball Championships. Crystal Lake. Sponsored by the McHenry County Youth Sports Association. See the best teams in their division from across the U.S. and international slug it out to become USSSA champions. www.mcysasports.org August 2-17 Woodstock Mozart Festival. Three consecutive weekends beginning August 2. In its 22nd season, conductors and artists from all over the world perform the works of Mozart at the historic Woodstock Opera House. 815-338-5300 www.mozartfest.org August 3 18th Annual Vintage Transport Extravaganza , Illinois Railway Museum, Union. , Cars, Trucks, fire engines, motorcycles, buses - a vast array of motorized vehicles joins the rail collection for just one day! Ride the streetcars to the various viewing areas; enjoy mainline interurbans and diesel trains too! The West End Jazz Bans will entertain. 1-800-BIG-RAIL www.irm.org Mr Norm's Midwest Mopar Showdown, Volo Auto Museum. 815-385-3644 www.volocars.com August 7 International Mercury Owners Association Gathering, Volo Auto Museum. 815-385-3644 www.volocars.com August 9-10 9th Annual Flyers and Tires, Galt Airport-Greenwood,Two days of music, motors, great food and fun for the entire family. Don't miss the annual air show and Burnouts on the Runway.www.galtfestivals.com August 15,16,17 & 23,24 DAY OUT WITH THOMAS , Illinois Railway Museum, Union. Family favorite Thomas the Tank Engine returns to IRM! Special fare and advanced ticket sales apply on these days. 1-800-BIG-RAIL www.irm.org August 16 Kroozers Cars for Kids, Auto Show on the Historic Woodstock Square .. Annual fundraiser for Youth Services Bureau of McHenry County. over 300 classic cars, hot-rods along with oldies music, raffles, awards, food and great family fun. 5-9pm, 815-338-7360. August 22-24 Richmond Days, Live music, parade, kids games, antique tractor show, special merchant sales, and food/drink make this a weekend you don't want to miss. 815-678-4040, www.richmond-il.com August 23 Woodstock Artwalk, on the Historic Woodstock Square; 6-9:30pm, An evening of the arts. Stroll through galleries and shops enjoying exhibits, demonstrations and participatory art experiences while entertained by street musicians. Special evening restaurant features. 815-337-1750. August 29 - 31 Summer Sunset Festival, Lake in the Hills. Say goodbye to summer at this annual outdoor festival. Events include midway rides, craft show, parade, kids korner, music, food and the county's best fireworks display. A family favorite at Sunset Park - Miller Rd., west of Randall Rd. www.summersunsetfest.com August 30,31 & Sept. 1 Labor Day Weekend , Illinois Railway Museum, Union. Celebrate the end of summer by joining IRM for three days of fun! Pack a picnic, ride the trains and enjoy. 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	Click for larger image	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.
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