McHenry County Entertainment
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For spring and summer fun, head to Fox ValleyJun 19, 2026 8:40 pm - From historic homes and Japanese gardens, to rock concerts and trolley rides, there’s plenty to do in Fox Valley this spring and summer.
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Have a blast: Celebrate the Fourth of July with fireworks, festivals and more in the suburbsJun 19, 2026 4:04 pm - As the Fourth of July approaches, so do themed events throughout the suburbs, including festivals, parades, fireworks displays, walks and runs, concerts and more. Here’s where and when you can celebrate.
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‘That underground feel’: Bewitching Brews sells teas, herbs from lower level spot in GenevaJun 17, 2026 1:19 pm - Bewitching Brews, a tea and herb shop on Third Street in Geneva, chose its lower level location specifically for its “underground feel.”
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Huntley American Legion hosts 10th annual Vet Fest to support veterans programsJun 16, 2026 12:33 am - Huntley American Legion hosts its 10th annual Vet Fest on June 20, featuring live music from The Blooze Brothers, Bucket Number 6, and LP Vinyl, with proceeds supporting veteran organizations.
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Grab your rod and reel: Spend quality time with family at suburban fishing derbiesJun 15, 2026 5:00 am - With Father’s Day coming up, local fishing derbies offer a relaxed way to spend time with Dad — or other friends and family.
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Children’s Theatre of Elgin to present Disney’s ‘Newsies’Jun 12, 2026 4:51 pm - Children’s Theatre of Elgin and Fox Valley Theatre Company are proud to present Disney’s “Newsies,” the Tony Award-winning musical inspired by the true story of the 1899 New York City newsboys strike.
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Harper to celebrate freedom, culture with Juneteenth in the BurbsJun 12, 2026 11:34 am - Harper College will host Juneteenth in the Burbs from 1 to 6 p.m. Saturday, June 20, on its Palatine campus. The free event is open to everyone and will feature food, performances, vendors and more.
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Lambs Farm artists welcome guests for summer sale June 25Jun 11, 2026 7:55 am - LF Studios will host its inaugural summer sale from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday, June 25, and Friday, June 26, at Lambs Farm, 14245 W. Rockland Road, Libertyville.
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Popular ice cream brand founded in Ohio coming to the suburbsJun 10, 2026 4:26 pm - A much-loved ice cream brand founded in Ohio is heading to the suburbs. Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream parlors are slated for Algonquin, Elgin and Geneva/St. Charles, with the first location expected to open in late 2027.
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From piping plovers to giant kelp, environmental film fest dives deep into natureJun 10, 2026 11:21 am - From the piping plovers by the shores of Lake Michigan to the giant kelp forests of New Zealand, 30 short and full-length films exploring humans’ impact on the environment will be featured at the inaugural Little Fort Environmental Film Festival in Waukegan.