Wide Open Spaces
One Hour from Chicago
Trails, farms, river towns, and live music. Your next getaway is closer than you think.
Trails wind past wildflower meadows. Farmers markets spill over with just-picked produce. Downtowns buzz with local breweries, live music, and shops you won't find anywhere else. McHenry County is where the suburbs give way to wide-open spaces, and where a real getaway is always within reach.
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Great Events Happen In McHenry Co.
Looking for ideas? There are thousands of events taking place all year long in McHenry County. Here are a few ideas to get you started!
Algonquin Summer Concert Series
Towne ParkDusk at the Depot
Depot ParkFeed Your Soul Gestalt Group- Thursday
Soulful PrairiesUpcoming Events
Algonquin Summer Concert Series
Dusk at the Depot
Feed Your Soul Gestalt Group- Thursday
Intro to Clay
Intro to Clay - Hand Building
Oracle Pink: Private Psychic Readings, Tarot & Reiki
Pearl Street Market
THIRSTY THURSDAYS @ THE BROKEN OAR
Fun
For All Seasons!
The gorgeous, open-air spaces around McHenry County are more than just summer destinations — in fact, you can enjoy our great outdoors year-round!