Summer Fests, Farmers Markets, Pride Events: What To Do This Weekend

ALGONQUIN AND LAKE IN THE HILLS, IL — Summer festivals will be in full swing this weekend in and around Algonquin and Lake in the Hills.

Here are a couple things that will be happening this weekend in the Algonquin and Lake in the Hills area:

Pride Walk and Social, Downtown Crystal Lake

When: June 2, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Where: Downtown Crystal Lake

What: Dress in your most colorful clothing and meet at William Street and and Crystal Lake Avenue at 11 a.m. and walk to Depot Park. Those stopping out can stay at the park and socialize, shop the craft fair supporting LGBTQ+ owned businesses and makers, and connect with non-profits and community resources.

M0re info: https://downtowncl.org/events/pride-walk-social/

Gilberts Community Days 2024

When: May 30 to June 2

Where: Town Square Park,

What: Free festival with live music, carnival, children's theater, reptile show and more.

More info: http://www.gilbertscommunitydays.com/

Elgin Pride Parade & Festival

When: June 1, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Where: Prairie and Grove avenues, Elgin

What: A family-friendly LGBTQ+ PRIDE parade in downtown Elgin followed by a festival with a vendor marketplace and live music at Festival Park.

More info: https://www.elginpride.com/

Crystal Lake Park District Nature Center Reopening

When: June 1, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Where: Crystal Lake Park District Nature Center, 330 N. Main St, Crystal Lake

What: After months of construction and remodeling, the nature center is ready for visitors. The butterfly house is open and this free event will include activities, crafts, guided hikes and more.

More info: https://patch.com/illinois/crystallake/crystal-lake-park-district-nature-center-grand-re-opening

Farmers Markets/Ongoing Outdoor Events:

Farmers Market+ at the Dole: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sundays, Dole Mansion, 401 Country Club Road

Cary Downtown Farmers Market: Sundays, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Cary Train Station, 100 W. Main St.

Summer Music Sundays Downtown McHenry Riverwalk: Sundays, 1 to 4 p.m., 1202 Riverside Drive, McHenry