Last updated: November 11, 2024
Celebrate the holidays with the Huntley community! Explore our guide for all the events that unite us in festive spirit. For Huntley connoisseurs and newcomers, our guide is the recipe for holiday delight.
Popular Events: Kick off the season with Quarry Merry Market, where local artisans and vendors showcase unique holiday gifts amidst twinkling lights and a cheerful atmosphere. The Ladies Night Out Holiday Edition offers a delightful evening of shopping, sipping, and socializing, perfect for catching up with friends while finding seasonal treasures. And the signature event, A Very Merry Huntley, is something you definitely don't want to miss, featuring a variety of festive activities for all ages. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Huntley Holiday Light Displays
Holiday Light Displays in Downtown Crystal Lake
- What to Expect
- Tropical holiday vibes with palm trees and ukuleles.
- Description
- Downtown Crystal Lake transforms into a tropical holiday wonderland with palm trees, ukuleles, and Christmas cheer under the stars.
- Where
- Crystal Lake | More Info : Holiday Light Displays in Downtown Crystal Lake
Huntley Holiday Markets and Shopping
A Very Merry Huntley
- What to Expect
- Holiday celebration with festive activities and holiday shopping.
- Description
- A Very Merry Huntley is a festive event featuring the Huntley Rotary Club's Running of the Elves, a Kris Kringle Market, pasta dinner at Legion Post 673, holiday shopping, train rides, reindeer, cocoa, tree lighting in Town Square, and fireworks.
- Where
- Huntley | More Info : A Very Merry Huntley
Ladies Night Out Holiday Addition
- What to Expect
- Ladies-only evening with special promotions and raffle tickets.
- Description
- Ladies Night Out Holiday Addition is an evening event in Huntley where ladies can enjoy fun, pampering, and special promotions at various businesses. The first 200 ladies receive extra goodies, and every 10 stamps on the game card earn a raffle ticket for free drawings.
- Where
- Huntley | More Info : Ladies Night Out Holiday Addition
Quarry Merry Market
- What to Expect
- Unique holiday shopping experience with elevated vendors and festive atmosphere.
- Description
- The Quarry Merry Market is a holiday shopping event featuring 40 elevated vendors, a hot cocoa bar, fun cocktails, lite bites, and fire pits. Enjoy festive decor and sip while you shop.
- Where
- McHenry County | More Info : Quarry Merry Market
Holiday Shopping at McHenry Riverwalk District
- What to Expect
- German-style outdoor market with local vendors and food.
- Description
- Shop at the McHenry Riverwalk District's holiday market, featuring 10 tiny shops and market vendors, food trucks, and entertainment in Miller Point Park.
- Where
- McHenry County | More Info : Holiday Shopping at McHenry Riverwalk District
Huntley Holiday Giving Opportunities
Veteran’s Day Ceremony and Collection Event
- What to Expect
- Collection of essential items for veterans.
- Description
- The Veteran’s Day Ceremony and Collection Event honors local veterans by collecting essential items and hosting a ceremony to show appreciation for their service.
- Where
- Huntley | More Info : Veteran’s Day Ceremony and Collection Event
Huntley Other Holiday Activities
Christmas Tree Selection at Conifera Tree Farm
- What to Expect
- Unique selection of fresh, locally grown Christmas trees.
- Description
- Conifera Tree Farm offers a variety of choose and cut, pre-cut trees including large blue spruce, Norway spruce, black hills spruce, Serbian spruce, and Fraser and Balsam fir. The farm also produces fresh homemade wreaths, garland, and kissing balls.
- Where
- Harvard | More Info : Christmas Tree Selection at Conifera Tree Farm
Christmas Sugar Cookie Decorating Class
- Hands-on cookie decorating with expert guidance.
- Join us for a Christmas Sugar Cookie Decorating Class where you'll learn the basics of decorating cookies with royal icing. Our experienced instructor will guide you through using piping bags and tips to create beautiful details on your cookies. You'll also learn how to use different colors, textures, and embellishments to make your cookies look unique.
- Huntley | More Info : Christmas Sugar Cookie Decorating Class