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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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Insider Blog

Want the inside scoop? The Insider Blog is your portal to all things McHenry County. When you visit McHenry County, you'll find that exceptional experiences are around every corner.

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Things to Do in McHenry County This August: Your End-of-Summer Bucket List

Make the most of the end of summer in McHenry County with festivals, county fairs, flower farms, outdoor adventures, farmers markets, live…

9 Best Restaurants in Algonquin, Illinois

Sitting along the scenic Fox River in McHenry County, about an hour northwest of downtown Chicago, Algonquin, Illinois, has all the…

Top 10 Burger Joints

Welcome to a juicy journey through McHenry County, Illinois, where burger cravings meet their match. Whether you're a die-hard burger…

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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!

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"Here Fishie, Fishie!" Treasure Hunt

Woodstock Area Chamber of Commerce & Industry

Bloom into Harvest Days

Royal Oak Farm Orchard

Upcoming Events

Aug 21

"Here Fishie, Fishie!" Treasure Hunt

Woodstock Area Chamber of Commerce & Industry
Aug 21
Aug 21

Bloom into Harvest Days

Royal Oak Farm Orchard
Aug 21

Chicago Latin Band

Park in the Square
Aug 21
Aug 21

Karaoke

Duke's Alehouse and Kitchen
Aug 21

Moonlight Drum Circle

Hempstock Pharms

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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!