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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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Art on the Fox

Downtown Algonquin

Farmers Market+ at The Dole

Farmers Market+at The Dole

Upcoming Events

Sep 13

Art on the Fox

Downtown Algonquin
Sep 13

Farmers Market+ at The Dole

Farmers Market+at The Dole
Sep 13
Sep 13

Mexican Independence Fiesta

Woodstock Square Historic District
Sep 13

Archaeological Awareness

Powers-Walker House
Sep 13

Kids Craft Market

Kingston Lanes
Sep 13

Summer Music Series

McHenry Riverwalk District
Sep 13

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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!