Maximize Your Autumn Drive Experience!

Are you ready to embark on a memorable autumn adventure in McHenry County, IL? The 35th Annual Autumn Drive is the perfect place to start, featuring a delightful mix of antiques, crafts, food, and fun. Here's how to make the most of your visit: 1. Event Details: Mark your calendar for October 20, 21…

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Sunflower Fields

If you’re scrolling Instagram in late summer, you will most likely see beautiful fields of sunflowers filling your feed. Want to jump on the Insta trend? Well, you’re in luck, McHenry County is home to 3 farms filled with sunflowers for days. Below is a list of our local farms offering sunflower…

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McHenry County's Best Hikes & Craft Breweries

McHenry County is the perfect destination for nature lovers and craft beer enthusiasts alike. There's no better way to enjoy the beauty of the area than with some of the best outdoor activities and craft breweries in the county. Whether you're a local or a visitor, this list will get you started on…

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Discover McHenry County's Best Summer Festivals

Discover the best summer festivals in McHenry County! From family-friendly events to perfect night-outs with friends, we have it all. Let us be your ultimate guide to planning an unforgettable summer in McHenry County. Explore our top picks for the hottest summer festivals in the area. Don't miss…

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Visit the Volo Museum

If you’re looking for a fun, indoor activity for your family, look no further than the Volo Museum. Located in nearby Volo, this 35-acre, 12-building complex is bursting with offbeat artifacts and one-of-a-kind exhibits you won’t find anywhere else. While Volo got its start in the 1960s as an…

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John McGivern's Main Streets in Woodstock, IL

John McGivern’s Main Streets to Feature Thirteen Midwest Communities in New Season John McGivern’s Main Streets is excited to announce the communities featured in an all-new second season of the show that debuts on January 19, 2023, at 7:00pm on all PBS Wisconsin stations. Episodes will also drop…

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Hempstock Pharms

Stacy McCaskill’s eyes lit up as she told the story of her farm’s beginnings. She and her wife, Dr. Ronda DeVold, DVM, had found a property for sale that would be closer to Dr. DeVold’s work and allow the veterinarian to have horses. Despite being just a couple of minutes from Woodstock’s historic…

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Cut your own Christmas Trees

Beyond the gifts under the tree, part of what makes Christmas special are the family traditions involving the tree. Sure, you could bring up an artificial tree from the basement, but you can also visit a Christmas tree farm, smell the holiday scents of pine and balsam, maybe take a wagon ride to…

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McHenry County Craft Beverage Trail

The new McHenry County Craft Beverage Trail is now live, so make your plans to get to all 11 participating locations! We (Jay and Leah from Gastronomblog.com) recently made it to all 11 and let us tell you we had some very tasty beers and spirits! This trail covers so many different kinds and styles…

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