The Plan
Unique Marketplace
The McHenry Riverwalk Shoppes offer a diverse retail experience from late spring through the end of the year. In November and December, the shops will transition into a Holiday Market. Off season, they can host pop-ups during events like our St. Patrick’s Day Festival, Shamrocks the Fox.
Event Venue
The redesigned park, complete with bathrooms, is able to host a variety of community activities like concerts, festivals, and other events. The open air amphitheater provides a quality stage for concerts without taking away the beautiful river view.
Recreation Space
Features of the improved park include a lighted spray pad (water feature), plenty of green space for picnics and playing, and an area that can transition into an ice skating rink.
River Access
Find out why McHenry is “The Heart of the Fox River” with a stroll on the beautiful McHenry Riverwalk. You can park your boat at one of our public boat slips or launch your kayak at Miller Point.
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McHenry Riverwalk Shoppes
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Public Restrooms
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Turf Space
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Spray Pad
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Grass Area
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Amphitheater
Partners
McHenry Area Chamber of Commerce
The McHenry Riverwalk Shoppes are fully owned and managed by the McHenry Area Chamber of Commerce. Members of the retail incubator cohort receive education, guidance, and business support from the Chamber as they begin their entrepreneurial journey.
City of McHenry
Improvements to Miller Point Park, including the bathrooms, amphitheater, spray pad, and turf areas are maintained by the City of McHenry Parks and Recreation Department.
McHenry Community High School District 156
Students helped with the design and construction of the buildings, as well as assisted local professionals for marketing, social media, and other aspects of this project giving them real world experience and allowing them to give back to their community.
McHenry Area Businesses
Local business owners supported this project through donations of time, money, labor, and expertise. To see a list of donors, click here. Several were active in the planning stages to help mold this project.