Things to Do in November in Crystal Lake

Holiday kickoff event with tree lighting, Santa, hot cocoa, caroling, and downtown shopping.

🗓️ Friday after Thanksgiving (annually) · 📍 Downtown Crystal Lake · Crystal Lake

Live theater, comedy, concerts, and family shows at the historic Raue Center.

🗓️ Year-round (see Raue Center calendar) · 📍 26 N Williams St · Crystal Lake

Thousands of luminaria bags line the trails at Veteran Acres Park for a magical evening walk through the woods. One of Crystal Lake's most beloved and unique traditions — free or low-cost admission.

🗓️ Late November or early December (annually) · 📍 Veteran Acres Park, Crystal Lake · Crystal Lake

Live bands and solo artists performing at the local brewery taproom.

🗓️ Fridays & Saturdays, year-round · 📍 Fox River Brewing Company, Cary · Cary

Community tree lighting with caroling, hot chocolate, a visit from Santa, and holiday shopping downtown.

🗓️ Late November (annually) · 📍 Village Hall, Algonquin · Algonquin