Upcoming Events
Sing. Slay. Shine. With Rumi 9/13
Sing, Slay, & Shine with Rumi
Sunday 9/13 | 2pm to 3:30pm
Step into the spotlight with Rumi from the hit K-Pop Demon Hunters for a high-energy morning of music, sparkle, and superstar fun!
Join us Sunday 9/13 from 2pm–3:30pm for an interactive performance filled with singing, dancing, and K-pop magic.
Kids can sing along with Rumi, enjoy a special meet & greet with photos, create their own Huntrix-inspired DIY light craft, and enjoy a snack while shining like a superstar and saving the Honmoon.
$25 per child (includes up to 2 accompanying adults)
Get concert-ready with a colorful superstar braid with Shining Celebrations by Starr
Tickets https://www.marvinstoystore.shop/shop/p/rumi-9-13
Event tickets are transferable. Cancellations & refunds available up to 48 hours before the event. After that, tickets are non-refundable.
Sing. Slay. Shine. With Rumi
Sing, Slay, & Shine with Rumi
Sunday 9/13 | 2pm to 3:30pm
Step into the spotlight with Rumi from the hit K-Pop Demon Hunters for a high-energy morning of music, sparkle, and superstar fun!
Join us Sunday 9/13 from 2pm–3:30pm for an interactive performance filled with singing, dancing, and K-pop magic.
Kids can sing along with Rumi, enjoy a special meet & greet with photos, create their own Huntrix-inspired DIY light craft, and enjoy a snack while shining like a superstar and saving the Honmoon.
$25 per child (includes up to 2 accompanying adults)
https://www.marvinstoystore.shop/shop/p/rumi-10-11
Get concert-ready with a colorful superstar braid with Shining Celebrations by Starr
Event tickets are transferable. Cancellations & refunds available up to 48 hours before the event. After that, tickets are non-refundable.
Sing-A-Long with Princess Ariel
Sing-a-long, dancing, mermaid craft, photos and meet & greet with Princess Ariel on Sunday 8/30 at 2:30 pm
Story and craft at Grounds Coffee Bar
Every 1st Wednesday of the month | 10am at Ethereal in Woodstock
Every 3rd Wednesday of the month | 10am at Grounds Coffee Bar in Downtown Crystal Lake
Storytime just got a little cozier. ☕📚
Join us for Story & Craft Time with Marvin’s Toy Store at two local coffee spots—where little imaginations come to life through playful stories and simple crafts. It’s the perfect mid-morning outing for kids while grown-ups sip something warm and enjoy a little community time.
Free to attend—just bring your listening ears and creativity!
Kids get a free hot cocoa with the purchase of a regular drink
Stoy Time with Jessie
Yee-haw! It's Story Time with Jessie!
Round up your favorite stuffed animal and join Jessie from Toy Story for an afternoon of stories, songs, and cowboy-sized fun! Kids will enjoy an interactive story time, meet Jessie, snap photos, and create magical memories with their favorite plush friend by their side. Perfect for little Toy Story fans ages 3+.
$15 per child. Spots are limited!
https://www.marvinstoystore.shop/shop/p/toy-story-time-with-jessie
Art & Yoga in the Park | Kids Yoga 5-10 years ols
Art & Yoga in the Park!
Get ready for a morning of movement, creativity, and sunshine!
Join us for Art & Yoga in the Park—a magical summer series where little yogis stretch, breathe, and create! Each session includes a playful yoga class followed by a fun art project your child will love.
Friday, August 6 – Tykes Yoga (Ages 2–5) Friday, August 7 – Kids Yoga (Ages 5–10)
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Depot Park, Downtown Crystal Lake
Bring a mat, water, and your imagination!
Spaces are limited—RSVP now and let your little ones shine from the inside out!
Art & Yoga in the Park | Tykes Yoga 2-5 years old
Join Sweet Feet Yoga for a Yoga class in the park. After the class get creative with an art project from Marvin's Toy Store.
Yoga starts at 10am, art project to follow.
Depot Park in Downtown Crystal Lake by the Train Station.
Thursday 8/6 - ages 2 to 5 years old
Tykes Yoga (Preschool 2-5 year olds):
Tykes Yoga combines unique toddler friendly yoga poses with songs, stories, and games to create an enriching parent/child activity. Each class is personalized around tykes curiosities as they learn yoga through social interaction, repetition, and play. Tykes also learn how to relieve frustration, improve motor skills, and increase attention span by actively following directions. Help your preschooler build the foundation for a healthy and fit lifestyle while having fun! No yoga experience is required.
Bring a yoga mat or beach towel!
Story & Craft @ Ethereal
Every 1st Wednesday of the month | 10am
Storytime just got a little cozier. ☕📚
Join us for Story & Craft Time with Marvin’s Toy Store at Ethereal Confections on the Woodstock Square—where little imaginations come to life through playful stories and simple crafts. It’s the perfect mid-morning outing for kids while grown-ups sip something warm and enjoy a little community time.
Free to attend—just bring your listening ears and creativity!
Kids get a free hot cocoa with the purchase of a regular drink
Story and craft at Grounds Coffee Bar
Every 1st Wednesday of the month | 10am at Ethereal in Woodstock
Every 3rd Wednesday of the month | 10am at Grounds Coffee Bar in Downtown Crystal Lake
Storytime just got a little cozier. ☕📚
Join us for Story & Craft Time with Marvin’s Toy Store at two local coffee spots—where little imaginations come to life through playful stories and simple crafts. It’s the perfect mid-morning outing for kids while grown-ups sip something warm and enjoy a little community time.
Free to attend—just bring your listening ears and creativity!
Kids get a free hot cocoa with the purchase of a regular drink
Story & Craft @ Ethereal
Every 1st Wednesday of the month | 10am
Storytime just got a little cozier. ☕📚
Join us for Story & Craft Time with Marvin’s Toy Store at Ethereal Confections on the Woodstock Square—where little imaginations come to life through playful stories and simple crafts. It’s the perfect mid-morning outing for kids while grown-ups sip something warm and enjoy a little community time.
Free to attend—just bring your listening ears and creativity!
Kids get a free hot cocoa with the purchase of a regular drink
Story and craft at Grounds Coffee Bar
Every 1st Wednesday of the month | 10am at Ethereal in Woodstock
Every 3rd Wednesday of the month | 10am at Grounds Coffee Bar in Downtown Crystal Lake
Storytime just got a little cozier. ☕📚
Join us for Story & Craft Time with Marvin’s Toy Store at two local coffee spots—where little imaginations come to life through playful stories and simple crafts. It’s the perfect mid-morning outing for kids while grown-ups sip something warm and enjoy a little community time.
Free to attend—just bring your listening ears and creativity!
Kids get a free hot cocoa with the purchase of a regular drink
Super Girl & Super Science
Calling all future superheroes, scientists, and curious kids! Join us at Marvin's Toy Store for an action-packed afternoon filled with superhero fun and hands-on science adventures.
Meet Super Girl in person for photos, smiles, and superhero moments while exploring exciting science experiments that will spark imagination and curiosity. Kids will discover that being super isn’t just about capes and flying — it’s about creativity, courage, and learning too!
Meet & Greet with Super Girl
Superhero Photo Opportunities
* Hands-On Science Experiments
* Interactive Activities for Kids
* A Super-Powered Afternoon of Fun
Whether your little hero loves comic books, science, or simply saving the day, this event is the perfect mix of action and discovery.
Sunday, June 14th | 2 PM
Marvin's Toy Store
64 A N Williams St, Downtown Crystal Lake
$25 per child (includes up to 2 accompanying adults) ←Tickets!
Come dressed as your favorite superhero and get ready for a SUPER day of science and fun!
Recommended for ages 4+
Story & Craft @ Ethereal
Every 1st Wednesday of the month | 10am
Storytime just got a little cozier. ☕📚
Join us for Story & Craft Time with Marvin’s Toy Store at Ethereal Confections on the Woodstock Square—where little imaginations come to life through playful stories and simple crafts. It’s the perfect mid-morning outing for kids while grown-ups sip something warm and enjoy a little community time.
Free to attend—just bring your listening ears and creativity!
Kids get a free hot cocoa with the purchase of a regular drink
Story and craft at Grounds Coffee Bar (Copy)
Every 1st Wednesday of the month | 10am at Ethereal in Woodstock
Every 3rd Wednesday of the month | 10am at Grounds Coffee Bar in Downtown Crystal Lake
Storytime just got a little cozier. ☕📚
Join us for Story & Craft Time with Marvin’s Toy Store at two local coffee spots—where little imaginations come to life through playful stories and simple crafts. It’s the perfect mid-morning outing for kids while grown-ups sip something warm and enjoy a little community time.
Free to attend—just bring your listening ears and creativity!
Kids get a free hot cocoa with the purchase of a regular drink
Sing. Slay. Shine with RUMI
Step into the spotlight with Rumi! Sing, train and shine like a true K-Pop Demon Hunter.
This interactive experiance includes sing-a-long, meet and greet, learn powerful (and fun) fighting moves, creative craft, photos with Rumi, and signature Rumi braids (extra $). This is a chance to channel your inner superstar and help save the honmoon.
*Tickets available soon*
Mother's Day
Celebrate Mom in the most fun and heartfelt way — at our special Mother’s Day event at Marvin’s Toy Store!
Surprise Mom with a heartfelt, handmade gift.
✂️ DIY Mother’s Day Card Station – where kids can craft something straight from the heart
🌸 Mini flower bouquets from Bunches of Honey, perfect for little hands to gift ($)
Whether you’re stopping by to shop or stay and play, it’s the perfect chance to make Mom feel extra special.
Sunday May, 10th 11am to 3pm
Story & Craft @ Ethereal
Every 1st Wednesday of the month | 10am
Storytime just got a little cozier. ☕📚
Join us for Story & Craft Time with Marvin’s Toy Store at Ethereal Confections on the Woodstock Square—where little imaginations come to life through playful stories and simple crafts. It’s the perfect mid-morning outing for kids while grown-ups sip something warm and enjoy a little community time.
Free to attend—just bring your listening ears and creativity!
Kids get a free hot cocoa with the purchase of a regular drink
Spring into Downtown
Your spring refresh begins at Downtown Crystal Lake’s Spring Into Downtown on April 30!
We’ll be offering a store wide discount, a craft for the kids (and adults), and we’ll even be turning off the kids music!
Start at the Raue Center for the Arts before strolling through downtown to enjoy special discounts, exciting giveaways, and live music that brings the streets to life. From boutique finds to tasty bites and sips, there’s something around every corner to help you welcome the new season in style.
Participating businesses include:
A-Z Interiors
Abalabix Books
Clothes Gallery
Dalzell Jewelers
Evolve for Inner Peace
Georgio's
Heisler's Bootery
Jude's Cocktails
Kitchen Outfitters
LuLu's Wiggin Out
Marvin's Toy Store
Ms. Bossy Boots
Off the Vine Wine Shop
Reflections Hair & Wellness
Rookies Pub & Grill
Soil & Spade Plant Shop
The Facial Bar
The Flag Store
The Olive Tap
The Running Depot
The Spice & Tea Exchange
Wear Did U Get That
Story and craft at Grounds Coffee Bar
Every 1st Wednesday of the month | 10am at Ethereal in Woodstock
Every 3rd Wednesday of the month | 10am at Grounds Coffee Bar in Downtown Crystal Lake
Storytime just got a little cozier. ☕📚
Join us for Story & Craft Time with Marvin’s Toy Store at two local coffee spots—where little imaginations come to life through playful stories and simple crafts. It’s the perfect mid-morning outing for kids while grown-ups sip something warm and enjoy a little community time.
Free to attend—just bring your listening ears and creativity!
Kids get a free hot cocoa with the purchase of a regular drink
Story & Craft @ Ethereal
Every 1st Wednesday of the month | 10am
Storytime just got a little cozier. ☕📚
Join us for Story & Craft Time with Marvin’s Toy Store at Ethereal Confections on the Woodstock Square—where little imaginations come to life through playful stories and simple crafts. It’s the perfect mid-morning outing for kids while grown-ups sip something warm and enjoy a little community time.
Free to attend—just bring your listening ears and creativity!
Kids get a free hot cocoa with the purchase of a regular drink
MYO Crazy Aaron's Slime
The Crazy Aaron’s Slime Station is OPEN Fri. 32/27 11am to 4pm. Make your own Crazy Aaron’s slime with a Marvin’s Toy Store toy expert. $25 per slime, pre-register or drop-in. While supplies last.
Design your own Creative Tonie
Design your own Creative Tonie
Drop-in anytime Tuesday 3/24, Wednesday3/25 or Thursday 3/25 during regular business hours to design your own Creative Tonie.
$10 per tonie, pre-registration not required but encouraged.
Story & Craft time @ Grounds Coffee Bar in Downtown CL
Every 3rd Wednesday of the month | 10am
Storytime just got a little cozier. ☕📚
Join us for Story & Craft Time with Marvin’s Toy Store at Grounds Coffee Bar—where little imaginations come to life through playful stories and simple crafts. It’s the perfect mid-morning outing for kids while grown-ups sip something warm and enjoy a little community time.
Free to attend—just bring your listening ears and creativity!
Kids get a free hot cocoa with the purchase of a regular drink