Events

Lighting of the Square

Nov. 26, 2021 - Nov. 26, 2021 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Historic Woodstock Square
121 W. Van Buren St
Woodstock, IL 60098
Visit the beautiful and historic Square on the Friday after Thanksgiving and help the City of Woodstock usher in the official start to the holiday season. With the flip of a switch, tens of thousands of twinkling lights are illuminated on Park trees and Square buildings, ushering in the magic of Christmas ... ...

Live Music at Rush Creek Distilling

Nov. 26, 2021 - Nov. 26, 2021 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Rush Creek Distilling
1501 West Diggins Street
Harvard, IL 60033
815.943.7874
Welcome Karen Shook to Rush Creek on Friday November 26th! Get ready to rock and roll! Karen Shook on guitar and vocals, and Jim Seidel on upright bass-classic songs from Johnny Cash and Patsy Cline, Bob Marley and the Beatles, Dolly Parton and Amy Winehouse, Otis Redding and Radiohead, and so much ... ...

The Festival of Lights Parade

Nov. 26, 2021 - Nov. 26, 2021 7:00 PM - 12:30 PM
Downtown Crystal Lake
25 W. Crystal Lake Ave
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
815.479.0835
The Festival of Lights Parade is the traditional start to the season when Santa Claus comes to town on November 26, 2020 at 7:00. This year's theme will be "Toy Land" The evening is filled with lights, music, pageantry, and a little magic! The parade ends at the corner of Williams & ... ...

Heartache Tonight

Nov. 27, 2021 - Nov. 27, 2021 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Raue Center for the Arts
26 N Williams St
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
815.356.9212
HEARTACHE TONIGHT Saturday, November 27, 2021, at 8:00 PM Ticket Price: RaueNOW Membership: $21.00 - $25.90 Standard: $30.00 - $37.00 ------ Don't forget to become a RaueNow Member to save up to 30% on 2 of your tickets! Tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable. Processing Fee - A $3 ... ...

Live Music at Rush Creek Distilling

Nov. 27, 2021 - Nov. 27, 2021 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Rush Creek Distilling
1501 West Diggins Street
Harvard, IL 60033
815.943.7874
Join us on November 27th for the upbeat and exciting sounds of Flint Creek Music! Prime Country, Country Rock, some Blues and a good bit of Rock & Roll. Tight harmonies and top shelf musicianship have made TWSB a Midwest mainstay for quite some time. ...

Open House Celebration

Nov. 27, 2021 - Nov. 27, 2021 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Magic Meadows Alpacas
9502 Thayer Road, Wonder Lake
Wonder Lake, IL 60097
708.309.1316
We have been inducted into Illinois Made Program. Join us at our open house to help us celebrate on Shop Small Saturday . Come and visit our alpacas, learn about their care and gaze into their big soft dark eyes. Will have alpaca products to purchase. Please no pets and we don't have a public bathroom. ... ...

Santa House Visits

Nov. 27, 2021 - Nov. 27, 2021 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Downtown Crystal Lake - Brink Street Market
25 W. Crystal Lake Ave
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
815.479.0835
Santa will be sitting outside on his decorated porch with a plexiglass surround. Children will be able to sit on the stairs and visit with Santa and have their pictures taken. Santa House is located in Downtown Crystal Lake at the Brink Street Market. The memories of visiting with Santa are PRICELESS. ... ...

Small Business Saturday in Woodstock

Nov. 27, 2021 - Nov. 27, 2021 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Woodstock Illinois
127 E Calhoun St
Woodstock, IL 60098
815.338.2436
More than just a tagline in Woodstock. Small Business Saturday has arrived. Say NO to mindless convenient online shopping and algorithms that know what you need before you even need it! Go shake hands and say hello or thank you to the hundreds of small business owners right here in Woodstock that support ... ...

Zombie Apoco

Now - Nov. 28, 2021 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
13711 West Jackson Street
13711 West Jackson Street
Woodstock, IL 60098
815.329.0171
Try and escape these flesh eating zombies. Use your speed or smarts to save yourself in this interactive live zombie game. ...

Annual Woodstock Christmas Parade

Nov. 28, 2021 - Nov. 28, 2021 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Historic Woodstock Square
121 W. Van Buren St.
Woodstock, IL 60098
If you love parades (and who doesn’t!) and are in the holiday spirit, be sure to join in welcoming Santa and Mrs. Claus as they join our Christmas Parade around the Square beginning at 2:00 PM on the Sunday after Thanksgiving. After the Parade, come over to Flores Banquets and enjoy Cookies and ... ...

Cookies and Churros with Santa

Nov. 28, 2021 - Nov. 28, 2021 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Flores Banquets
240 N Throop Street
Woodstock, IL 60098
815.338.2436
Immediately after the Annual Woodstock Christmas Parade, head over to Flores Banquets at 240 North Throop Street to warm up and enjoy Cookies and Churros with Santa and tell him what you want for Christmas. There will be live reindeer, sponsored by the Woodstock Area Chamber of Commerce & Industry ... ...

Santa House Visits

Nov. 28, 2021 - Nov. 28, 2021 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Downtown Crystal Lake - Brink Street Market
25 W. Crystal Lake Ave
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
815.479.0835
Santa will be sitting outside on his decorated porch with a plexiglass surround. Children will be able to sit on the stairs and visit with Santa and have their pictures taken. Santa House is located in Downtown Crystal Lake at the Brink Street Market. The memories of visiting with Santa are PRICELESS. ... ...

Dear Santa Letter Writing

Nov. 30, 2021 - Nov. 30, 2021 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Lake in the Hills Village Hall
600 Harvest Gate
Lake in the Hills, IL 60156
847.960.7400
Help Santa respond to the many letters he has received! Join us at Village Hall to write letters and decorate envelopes. We’re hosting Dear Santa Letter Writing sessions on Tuesday, November 30 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., Friday, December 10 from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., and Wednesday, December ... ...

Ladies Nite Out in Woodstock

Dec. 2, 2021 - Dec. 2, 2021 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Historic Woodstock Square
127 E Calhoun St
Woodstock, IL 60098
815.338.2436
This year's FREE event is open to all. VIP tickets are also available for purchase. This year's VIP pass offers access to three VIP food and beverage stations around the Square for refueling during the night! Tasty morsels from local restaurants will be served along with adult beverages. VIP ... ...

Santa House Visits

Dec. 2, 2021 - Dec. 2, 2021 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Downtown Crystal Lake - Brink Street Market
25 W. Crystal Lake Ave
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
815.479.0835
Santa will be sitting outside on his decorated porch with a plexiglass surround. Children will be able to sit on the stairs and visit with Santa and have their pictures taken. Santa House is located in Downtown Crystal Lake at the Brink Street Market. The memories of visiting with Santa are PRICELESS. ... ...

Bobcat Goldthwait Live Stand-Up Comedy Show

Dec. 3, 2021 - Dec. 3, 2021 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
McHenry Downtown Theater
1208 N Green Street
McHenry, IL 60050
815.271.5010
See Bobcat Goldthwait who will be performing two shows, 7pm and 9pm at McHenry downtown Theater on Dec. 3rd. Bobcat was a staple throughout movies and television throughout the 80's and 90's in One Crazy Summer, Scrooged, Police Academy series, Married With Children, Mad TV, Chappelle's ... ...

Santa House Visits

Dec. 3, 2021 - Dec. 3, 2021 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Downtown Crystal Lake - Brink Street Market
25 W. Crystal Lake Ave
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
815.479.0835
Santa will be sitting outside on his decorated porch with a plexiglass surround. Children will be able to sit on the stairs and visit with Santa and have their pictures taken. Santa House is located in Downtown Crystal Lake at the Brink Street Market. The memories of visiting with Santa are PRICELESS. ... ...

Luminaria Walk

Dec. 1, 2021 - Dec. 4, 2021 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Veteran Acres Park
431 N. Walkup Avenue
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
815.459.0680
Enjoy a beautiful stroll under the stars as we light a trail through Veteran Acres. Trail entrance will begin at the Rotary Building. ...

A Christmas Carol

Dec. 4, 2021 - Dec. 4, 2021 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Raue Center for the Arts
26 N Williams St
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
815.356.9212
Raue Center for the Arts' Sage On Stage Presents A CHRISTMAS CAROL Saturday, December 4, 2021 @ 7:00 PM Direction by Sheri Warren Choreographed by Billy Seger Ticket Price: Standard Adult: $25 Standard Student: $7 *RaueNOW Membership Adult: $17.50 *RaueNOW Membership Student: $4.90 ------ Don't ... ...

A Very Merry Huntley

Dec. 4, 2021 - Dec. 4, 2021 9:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Various Huntley Town Square Locations
10987 Main St
Huntley, IL 60142
847.515.5262
Join us for a full day of fun! 9am-2pm: Shop the Kris Kringle Market in the Fellowship Hall/1st Congregational Church (11628 E. Main Street). Along with great shopping for gifts and more, free Kids Crafts-to-Go and more! 3-5pm: Carol with the Merry Maskers in the Gazebo; Bring a new, unwrapped toy for ... ...

Santa House Visits

Dec. 4, 2021 - Dec. 4, 2021 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Downtown Crystal Lake - Brink Street Market
25 W. Crystal Lake Ave
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
815.479.0835
Santa will be sitting outside on his decorated porch with a plexiglass surround. Children will be able to sit on the stairs and visit with Santa and have their pictures taken. Santa House is located in Downtown Crystal Lake at the Brink Street Market. The memories of visiting with Santa are PRICELESS. ... ...

Winter Snail on a Trail

Dec. 4, 2021 - Dec. 4, 2021 10:00 AM - 11:45 AM
Lake in the Hills Fen
1500 Jefferson Street
Lake in the Hills, IL 60156
847.960.7400
Enjoy the beauty of late fall at the Fen! We’ll explore the Fen and play Snail on the Trail, a fantastic game similar to “I Spy” that sets players on a hunt to find hidden toy animals. Bring your family and friends out for a fun time for all ages! Pre-registration is required for each ... ...

Elf - The Musical

Now - Dec. 5, 2021 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Woodstock Opera House
121 Van Buren Street
Woodstock, IL 60098
815-338-4212
Based on the cherished 2003 New Line Cinema hit, Elf features songs by Tony Award nominees Matthew Sklar (The Wedding Singer) and Chad Beguelin (Disney's Aladdin on Broadway), with a book by Tony Award winners, Thomas Meehan (Annie, The Producers, Hairspray) and Bob Martin (The Drowsy Chaperone). Buddy, ... ...

Letters from Santa

Now - Dec. 5, 2021 12:00 PM
Village of Lake in the Hills
600 Harvest Gate
Lake in the Hills, IL 60156
847.960.7400
Does a child in your life have their wish list ready for Santa? Sign up for our Letters from Santa program! Children will receive a handwritten letter from Santa in a customized envelope. Register each child for their own letter. Please register by December 5 at https://bit.ly/3CC2ACy. Registration ... ...

2021 McHenry County Santa Run For Kids

Dec. 5, 2021 - Dec. 5, 2021 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Raue Center for the Arts
26 N Williams St, Crystal Lake, IL 60014
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
815.459.1773
It's Our 10th Year! This non-profit event raises much needed funds for some fantastic agencies in our county. All proceeds from this event go to the following agencies who do so much for the children in McHenry County: Girls on the Run NWIL, Main Stay Therapeutic Farm, CASA, Big Brothers Big Sisters, ... ...

A Christmas Carol

Dec. 5, 2021 - Dec. 5, 2021 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Raue Center for the Arts
26 N Williams St
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
815.356.9212
Raue Center for the Arts' Sage On Stage Presents A CHRISTMAS CAROL Sunday, December 5, 2021 @ 2:00 PM Direction by Sheri Warren Choreographed by Billy Seger Ticket Price: Standard Adult: $25 Standard Student: $7 *RaueNOW Membership Adult: $17.50 *RaueNOW Membership Student: $4.90 ------ Don't ... ...

Santa House Visits

Dec. 5, 2021 - Dec. 5, 2021 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Downtown Crystal Lake - Brink Street Market
25 W. Crystal Lake Ave
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
815.479.0835
Santa will be sitting outside on his decorated porch with a plexiglass surround. Children will be able to sit on the stairs and visit with Santa and have their pictures taken. Santa House is located in Downtown Crystal Lake at the Brink Street Market. The memories of visiting with Santa are PRICELESS. ... ...

Santa House Visits

Dec. 9, 2021 - Dec. 9, 2021 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Downtown Crystal Lake - Brink Street Market
25 W. Crystal Lake Ave
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
815.479.0835
Santa will be sitting outside on his decorated porch with a plexiglass surround. Children will be able to sit on the stairs and visit with Santa and have their pictures taken. Santa House is located in Downtown Crystal Lake at the Brink Street Market. The memories of visiting with Santa are PRICELESS. ... ...

Letters to Santa

Now - Dec. 10, 2021 12:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Crystal Lake/Lakewood homes
1 East Crystal Lake Ave.
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
815.459.0680
Send your child's letter by Fri Dec 10. Include a stamped, self-addressed envelope and Santa will send you a reply before Christmas Day. Letters cannot be returned. Mail letters to: SANTA c/o Crystal Lake Park District 1 E. Crystal Lake Ave. Crystal Lake, IL 60014 ...

Dear Santa Letter Writing

Dec. 10, 2021 - Dec. 10, 2021 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Lake in the Hills Village Hall
600 Harvest Gate
Lake in the Hills, IL 60156
847.960.7400
Help Santa respond to the many letters he has received! Join us at Village Hall to write letters and decorate envelopes. We’re hosting Dear Santa Letter Writing sessions on Tuesday, November 30 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., Friday, December 10 from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., and Wednesday, December ... ...

Elgin Symphony Orchestra

Dec. 10, 2021 - Dec. 10, 2021 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Raue Center for the Arts
26 N Williams St
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
815.356.9212
ELGIN SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA Friday, December 10, 2021, at 8:00 PM Ticket Price: RaueNOW Membership: $37.10 - $40.60 Standard: $53.00 - $58.00 **If you are a current ticket holder and reserved tickets for a previously scheduled date, please call our box office to confirm your new reservation** ------ Don't ... ...

Felix and Fingers Dueling Pianos

Dec. 10, 2021 - Dec. 10, 2021 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
McHenry Downtown Theater
1208 N Green Street
McHenry, IL 60050
815.271.5010
From humble beginnings, the Felix and Fingers company has grown into the highest-reviewed dueling piano entertainment in the nation! Robert Deason - Big Hair, Big Personality. Since Robert was a little kid he has known that he wanted to be a performer. He was a musical theatre major in college and performed ... ...

Grinchmas Flurry Fest

Dec. 10, 2021 - Dec. 10, 2021 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Lake in the Hills Village Hall
600 Harvest Gate
Lake in the Hills, IL 60156
847.960.7400
Every Who in Whoville will be at the Grinchmas Flurry Fest! Let’s see if your holiday spirit can make the Grinch’s small heart grow three sizes on our self-guided holiday walk. Come out on Friday, December 10, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. This year, we are offering ticketed time slots with ... ...

Santa House Visits

Dec. 10, 2021 - Dec. 10, 2021 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Downtown Crystal Lake - Brink Street Market
25 W. Crystal Lake Ave
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
815.479.0835
Santa will be sitting outside on his decorated porch with a plexiglass surround. Children will be able to sit on the stairs and visit with Santa and have their pictures taken. Santa House is located in Downtown Crystal Lake at the Brink Street Market. The memories of visiting with Santa are PRICELESS. ... ...

A Christmas Carol

Dec. 11, 2021 - Dec. 11, 2021 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Raue Center for the Arts
26 N Williams St
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
815.356.9212
Raue Center for the Arts' Sage On Stage Presents A CHRISTMAS CAROL Saturday, December 11, 2021 @ 2:00 PM Direction by Sheri Warren Choreographed by Billy Seger Ticket Price: Standard Adult: $25 Standard Student: $7 *RaueNOW Membership Adult: $17.50 *RaueNOW Membership Student: $4.90 ------ Don't ... ...

A Christmas Carol

Dec. 11, 2021 - Dec. 11, 2021 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Raue Center for the Arts
26 N Williams St
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
815.356.9212
Raue Center for the Arts' Sage On Stage Presents A CHRISTMAS CAROL Saturday, December 11, 2021 @ 7:00 PM Direction by Sheri Warren Choreographed by Billy Seger Ticket Price: Standard Adult: $25 Standard Student: $7 *RaueNOW Membership Adult: $17.50 *RaueNOW Membership Student: $4.90 ------ Don't ... ...

Jolly Craft & Vendor Fair

Dec. 11, 2021 - Dec. 11, 2021 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Mixin Mingle - Woodstock
124 Cass St
Woodstock, IL 60098
224.704.0056
Christmas Scents and Decoration Time!!!! Oh My!!! Excited to present our Jolly Craft & Vendor Fair. It’s time to SHOP for the HOLIDAYS!! Come shop for unique gifts for the holidays, holiday handmade candles, decorations, scents and MUCH MUCH MORE… These vendors have been working hard ... ...

Santa House Visits

Dec. 11, 2021 - Dec. 11, 2021 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Downtown Crystal Lake - Brink Street Market
25 W. Crystal Lake Ave
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
815.479.0835
Santa will be sitting outside on his decorated porch with a plexiglass surround. Children will be able to sit on the stairs and visit with Santa and have their pictures taken. Santa House is located in Downtown Crystal Lake at the Brink Street Market. The memories of visiting with Santa are PRICELESS. ... ...

The Polar Express Experience

Dec. 11, 2021 - Dec. 11, 2021 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
McHenry Downtown Theater
1208 N Green Street
McHenry, IL 60050
815.271.5010
All Aboard the Polar Express! Join us at the McHenry Downtown Theater as we whisk you away on the Polar Express! Dress in your best Pajamas and be prepared to experience the magic of Christmas! The Polar Express experience will take you through singing carols, watching the movie Polar Express and ending ... ...

Affair of the Arts 2021 Holiday Pop-Up Store

Now - Dec. 12, 2021 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Old Courthouse Arts Center
101 N Johnson St
Woodstock, IL 60098
The 2021 Affair of the Arts will be a month-long pop-up store for a more COVID safe experience. This year, you can shop from AOTA artists on historic Woodstock Square in the Old Courthouse Arts Center. We will have 30 booths of original gifts to shop from! Join us November 12 - December 12 on Fridays, ... ...

Kris Kringle German Holiday Tea

Dec. 11, 2021 - Dec. 12, 2021 12:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Crystal Lake Park District Colonel Palmer House
660 E. Terra Cotta Ave.
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
815.477.5873
Many of the early settlers in the Crystal Lake area were of German ancestry including Henrietta and Gustavus Palmer. Experience a holiday tea with historic German roots and traditions. Suitable for all ages. ...

A Christmas Carol

Dec. 12, 2021 - Dec. 12, 2021 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Raue Center for the Arts
26 N Williams St
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
815.356.9212
Raue Center for the Arts' Sage On Stage Presents A CHRISTMAS CAROL Sunday, December 12, 2021 @ 2:00 PM Direction by Sheri Warren Choreographed by Billy Seger Ticket Price: Standard Adult: $25 Standard Student: $7 *RaueNOW Membership Adult: $17.50 *RaueNOW Membership Student: $4.90 ------ Don't ... ...

Polar Express Experience

Dec. 12, 2021 - Dec. 12, 2021 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
McHenry Downtown Theater
4809 Joyce Lane
McHenry, IL 60050
815.271.5010
All Aboard the Polar Express! Join us at the McHenry Downtown Theater as we whisk you away on the Polar Express! Dress in your best Pajamas and be prepared to experience the magic of Christmas! The Polar Express experience will take you through singing carols, watching the movie Polar Express and ending ... ...

Santa House Visits

Dec. 12, 2021 - Dec. 12, 2021 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Downtown Crystal Lake - Brink Street Market
25 W. Crystal Lake Ave
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
815.479.0835
Santa will be sitting outside on his decorated porch with a plexiglass surround. Children will be able to sit on the stairs and visit with Santa and have their pictures taken. Santa House is located in Downtown Crystal Lake at the Brink Street Market. The memories of visiting with Santa are PRICELESS. ... ...

Crystal Lake Park District Light Up Contest

Nov. 26, 2021 - Dec. 15, 2021 12:00 PM
Crystal Lake/Lakewood homes
1 East Crystal Lake Ave.
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
815.459.0680
Submit a photo or video of your decoration masterpiece! Entries limited to houses in Crystal Lake/Lakewood, Il Max 20 - Entry with the greatest # of votes wins a $50 gift card. Register by Wed Dec 15 - Upload photo/video by Dec 17 - Voting held Dec 18-20 Winner announced Dec 20 CODE: 141401-02 ...

Dear Santa Letter Writing

Dec. 15, 2021 - Dec. 15, 2021 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Lake in the Hills Village Hall
600 Harvest Gate
Lake in the Hills, IL 60156
847.960.7400
Help Santa respond to the many letters he has received! Join us at Village Hall to write letters and decorate envelopes. We’re hosting Dear Santa Letter Writing sessions on Tuesday, November 30 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., Friday, December 10 from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., and Wednesday, December ... ...

White Christmas - A Movie Sing Along

Dec. 14, 2021 - Dec. 16, 2021 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Woodstock Opera House
121 W Van Buren
Woodstock, IL 60098
815.338.5300
MOVIES AT THE OPERA HOUSE With all the lyrics on screen, you’ll be able to dream of a White Christmas right alongside Bing Crosby and Rosemary Clooney in the beloved 1954 film! In this classic film, two popular song-and-dance duos - Wallace & Davis and The Haynes Sisters - fall in love while ... ...

Santa House Visits

Dec. 16, 2021 - Dec. 16, 2021 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Downtown Crystal Lake - Brink Street Market
25 W. Crystal Lake Ave
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
815.479.0835
Santa will be sitting outside on his decorated porch with a plexiglass surround. Children will be able to sit on the stairs and visit with Santa and have their pictures taken. Santa House is located in Downtown Crystal Lake at the Brink Street Market. The memories of visiting with Santa are PRICELESS. ... ...

Santa House Visits

Dec. 17, 2021 - Dec. 17, 2021 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Downtown Crystal Lake - Brink Street Market
25 W. Crystal Lake Ave
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
815.479.0835
Santa will be sitting outside on his decorated porch with a plexiglass surround. Children will be able to sit on the stairs and visit with Santa and have their pictures taken. Santa House is located in Downtown Crystal Lake at the Brink Street Market. The memories of visiting with Santa are PRICELESS. ... ...

Holiday Lights Bus Tour

Dec. 16, 2021 - Dec. 18, 2021 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Lake in the Hills Village Hall
600 Harvest Gate
Lake in the Hills, IL 60156
847.960.7400
Take a tour around Lake in the Hills to enjoy the holiday lights this season! From December 16-18, join us to see the sights and lights while helping us judge the Lake in the Hills Holiday House Decorating Contest. We’ll offer hot chocolate and cookies. Each night’s tour will run from 5:30 ... ...

Holiday Gift Making

Dec. 18, 2021 - Dec. 18, 2021 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
LaBahn Hain House
149 Hilltop Drive
Lake in the Hills, IL 60156
847.960.7400
The holiday season has arrived! Bring your little one to the LaBahn Hain House on December 18 from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. to make a handmade holiday gift for someone special. We’ll bring crafts and supplies to you in our new Rec2U van! This event is for children ages 3 to 5 with a parent or guardian. ... ...

Pictures with Bad Santa

Dec. 18, 2021 - Dec. 18, 2021 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
13711 West Jackson Street
13711 West Jackson Street
Woodstock, IL 60098
815.329.0171
******Adult Content****** Rated R for Raunchy. Come get your Christmas photo taken with our Bad Santa. Santa is on the Naughty list this year and is voicing all issues to any and all that come. Dress to impress cause Santa will insult your attire if your not. Thick skin strongly suggested.... ...

Santa House Visits

Dec. 18, 2021 - Dec. 18, 2021 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Downtown Crystal Lake - Brink Street Market
25 W. Crystal Lake Ave
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
815.479.0835
Santa will be sitting outside on his decorated porch with a plexiglass surround. Children will be able to sit on the stairs and visit with Santa and have their pictures taken. Santa House is located in Downtown Crystal Lake at the Brink Street Market. The memories of visiting with Santa are PRICELESS. ... ...

The Nutcracker: Short & Sweet

Dec. 11, 2021 - Dec. 19, 2021 12:00 PM
Woodstock Opera House
121 W Van Buren
Woodstock, IL 60098
815.338.5300
Come enjoy the magic of the holiday season as the Judith Svalander Dance Theatre transforms the Opera House stage into a realm of fantasy. Experience Clara’s magical and enchanting journey as Tchaikovsky’s world renowned music is brought to life through the talent and grace of Svalander’s ... ...

Santa House Visits

Dec. 19, 2021 - Dec. 19, 2021 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Downtown Crystal Lake - Brink Street Market
25 W. Crystal Lake Ave
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
815.479.0835
Santa will be sitting outside on his decorated porch with a plexiglass surround. Children will be able to sit on the stairs and visit with Santa and have their pictures taken. Santa House is located in Downtown Crystal Lake at the Brink Street Market. The memories of visiting with Santa are PRICELESS. ... ...

Santa House Visits

Dec. 20, 2021 - Dec. 20, 2021 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Downtown Crystal Lake - Brink Street Market
25 W. Crystal Lake Ave
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
815.479.0835
Santa will be sitting outside on his decorated porch with a plexiglass surround. Children will be able to sit on the stairs and visit with Santa and have their pictures taken. Santa House is located in Downtown Crystal Lake at the Brink Street Market. The memories of visiting with Santa are PRICELESS. ... ...

Santa House Visits

Dec. 21, 2021 - Dec. 21, 2021 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Downtown Crystal Lake - Brink Street Market
25 W. Crystal Lake Ave
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
815.479.0835
Santa will be sitting outside on his decorated porch with a plexiglass surround. Children will be able to sit on the stairs and visit with Santa and have their pictures taken. Santa House is located in Downtown Crystal Lake at the Brink Street Market. The memories of visiting with Santa are PRICELESS. ... ...

Santa House Visits

Dec. 22, 2021 - Dec. 22, 2021 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Downtown Crystal Lake - Brink Street Market
25 W. Crystal Lake Ave
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
815.479.0835
Santa will be sitting outside on his decorated porch with a plexiglass surround. Children will be able to sit on the stairs and visit with Santa and have their pictures taken. Santa House is located in Downtown Crystal Lake at the Brink Street Market. The memories of visiting with Santa are PRICELESS. ... ...

Santa House Visits

Dec. 23, 2021 - Dec. 23, 2021 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Downtown Crystal Lake - Brink Street Market
25 W. Crystal Lake Ave
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
815.479.0835
Santa will be sitting outside on his decorated porch with a plexiglass surround. Children will be able to sit on the stairs and visit with Santa and have their pictures taken. Santa House is located in Downtown Crystal Lake at the Brink Street Market. The memories of visiting with Santa are PRICELESS. ... ...

Woodstock Christmas Guitar Night

Dec. 23, 2021 - Dec. 23, 2021 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Woodstock Opera House
121 W Van Buren
Woodstock, IL 60098
815.338.5300
A holiday tradition, Woodstock Christmas Guitar Night returns! Three internationally acclaimed musicians will present an evening of entertaining arrangements for the guitar as well as popular holiday favorites on the Opera House stage. Performing will be Adam Gardino, fingerstyle guitarist, musician ... ...

American English

Dec. 31, 2021 - Dec. 31, 2021 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Raue Center for the Arts
26 N Williams St
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
815.356.9212
AMERICAN ENGLISH Friday, December 31, 2021, at 8:00 PM Ticket Price: RaueNOW Membership: $18.90 - $25.90 Standard: $27.00 - $37.00 ------ Don't forget to become a RaueNow Member to save up to 30% on 2 of your tickets! Tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable. Processing Fee - A $3 per ... ...

Steve Cochran New Year's Eve Comedy Special

Dec. 31, 2021 - Dec. 31, 2021 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Raue Center for the Arts
26 N Williams St
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
815.356.9212
COCHRAN 20TH CELEBRATION Friday, December 31, 2021, at 3:00 PM Ticket Price: RaueNOW Membership: $25.90 - $35.00 Standard: $37.00 - $50.00 ------ Don't forget to become a RaueNow Member to save up to 30% on 2 of your tickets! Tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable. Processing Fee - ... ...

Home Alone

Dec. 3, 2021 - Jan. 2, 2022 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
13711 West Jackson Street
13711 West Jackson Street
Woodstock, IL 60098
815.329.0171
Become the Wet Bandits in this Family fun all age game. Navigate through Kevin's traps to get the McAlisters goods. ...

Lucy's Comedy

Jan. 7, 2022 - Jan. 7, 2022 8:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Raue Center for the Arts
26 N Williams St
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
815.356.9212
LUCY'S COMEDY Friday, January 7, 2022 @ 8:30 PM Ticket Price: RaueNOW Membership: $17.50 Standard: $25 ----- Don't forget to become a RaueNow Member to save up to 30% on 2 of your tickets! Tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable. Processing Fee - A $3 per ticket charge for all purchasing ... ...

Green Room Improv

Jan. 8, 2022 - Jan. 8, 2022 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Raue Center for the Arts
26 N Williams St
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
815.356.9212
GREEN ROOM IMPROV Saturday, January 8, 2022 @ 8:00 PM Ticket Price: RaueNOW Membership Adult: $14 RaueNOW Membership Student: $9.10 Standard Adult: $20 Standard Student: $13 ----- Don't forget to become a RaueNow Member to save up to 30% on 2 of your tickets! Tickets are non-refundable and ... ...

Blooze Brothers

Jan. 14, 2022 - Jan. 14, 2022 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Raue Center for the Arts
26 N Williams St
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
815.356.9212
BLOOZE BROTHERS Friday, January 14, 2022, at 8:00 PM Ticket Price: RaueNOW Membership: $18.20 - $25.20 Standard: $26.00 - $36.00 ------ Don't forget to become a RaueNow Member to save up to 30% on 2 of your tickets! Tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable. Processing Fee - A $3 per ... ...

Lynne Jordan

Jan. 15, 2022 - Jan. 15, 2022 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Raue Center for the Arts
26 N Williams St
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
815.356.9212
LYNNE JORDAN Saturday, January 15, 2022, at 8:00 PM Ticket Price: RaueNOW Membership: $18.90 - $23.10 Standard: $27.00 - $33.00 ------ Don't forget to become a RaueNow Member to save up to 30% on 2 of your tickets! Tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable. Processing Fee - A $3 per ticket ... ...

Think Floyd

Jan. 22, 2022 - Jan. 22, 2022 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Raue Center for the Arts
26 N Williams St
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
815.356.9212
THINK FLOYD Saturday, January 22, 2022, at 8:00 PM Ticket Price: RaueNOW Membership: $18.90 - $25.90 Standard: $27.00 - $37.00 ------ Don't forget to become a RaueNow Member to save up to 30% on 2 of your tickets! Tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable. Processing Fee - A $3 per ticket ... ...