Programs and Events Starting Soon | | |
Welcome in 2026 with a Crystal Lake Park District
winter/spring program or event!
Browse the digital guide via the buttons below and click on the program code to link directly to online registration.
The following programs start in the next 1-2 weeks so register today to reserve your spot! Programs with less than minimum enrolled are at risk of cancellation.
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Youth Sports and Martial Arts sessions begin Jan 10-17
EVP Volleyball Skills and Drills
Volleykidz USA
Spring Break Volleyball Camp
Illinois Shotokan Pre-Karate and Karate (Beginner-Advanced), page 42
Hapkido, page 42
Hot Shots Nerf Elite Battle
Hot Shots Pee Wee Hockey
Hot Shots Flag Football
Hot Shots Soccer
Hot Shots Soccer Skills Clinic
Hot Shots Lil Dribblers
Hot Shots Basketball
Hot Shots Junior Golf Clinics
Hot Shots Total Sports Camps
Hot Shots T-Ball
Hot Shots Baseball Hitting Clinic
Hot Shots Softball Hitting Clinic
Hot Shots Mini Ninja Warriors
Hot Shots Dodgeball
Trinity Gymnastics
Trinity Tumbling
Skyhawks Track & Field
Skyhawks Lacrosse
Skyhawks Cheerleading
Boys Winter Basketball League
Junior Golf Clinics
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Tot-Teen Variety sessions begin Jan 10
Baby Rock, Tot Rock, Kid Rock plus with Parent Options
Kids Yoga
Art Attack
Baton Twirling
Chess Scholars
STEAM
Let's Code It
Babysitting Training
Kids Cooking
Have the Slime of Your Life
Magic 101
Healthy Habits Club
Creative Writing Club
Little Investigators
Know Before You Fly: Drones
Chattergirls: Empowering Girls
Punk'd Out Portraits
Pokemon Bead Art Workshop
Graphic Novels
Digital Art
Jewelry Making Workshop
Sister Act Jr. Musical Theater
Glitzy Girlz Theme Classes
Junior Golf Clinics-page 37
Dance Classes-pages 54-57
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Adult Class sessions begin Jan 6
Women's Self Defense Clinic
Sip & Paint
Water Color Painting
Adult Trips, pages 60-63
Fitness & Yoga, pages 48-53
Yoga & Wine Social-page 53
Zumba Galentines Dance Party-page 50
Illinois Shotokan Pre-Karate and Karate (Beginner-Advanced), page 42
Hapkido, page 42
Line Dancing-page 57
Social Dance Nights-page 57
Beanbag Social and Lunch-page 58
Adult Indoor Golf Clinics-page 43
Adult Softball Leagues-page 43
Adult Beginner Tennis & Pickleball Lessons-page 43
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Nature Class sessions begin Jan 13
Nature Tots -ages 3-5
Who's Sleeping Under the Pond
Animal Architects
Animal X-Games Winter Edition
Shamrock Science
The Seeds We Eat
When Spring Comes
Nature Explorers-ages 6-12
Exploring Who's Sleeping Under the Pond
Nature Stationery
Exploring Animal Architects
Fun with Fairy Art
Nature Zines
Spring Fairy Flowers
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Dance sessions begin Jan 16 (adults) and Jan 19 (tot-teen)
Tots
Dance with Me
Itty Bitty Ballerina
Youth-Teen
Hip Hop
Jr Poms, Poms, Middle School Poms
Pre Ballet/Tap
Pre Ballet
Dance Mix
Dance Divas
Ballet/Tap
Ballet/Lyrical
Adult
Barn Dance Nights
Line Dancing
Social Dance Nights
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Colonel Palmer House programs begin Jan 24
Jell-O, A Shimmering History
Vintage Valentine: Cartoons & Crafts
Deep Dish with Abbott and Costello
Barbie Tea Party
The Little Shamrock
Happy Horse Haven
The Wiz of Fizz: Soda Pop Workshop
Parlor Royalties, A Victorian Spring Tea
The Spark in the Stone
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Tennis or Pickleball Anyone? The Racket Club, a Crystal Lake Park District Facility has what you are looking for!
NEW for Winter/Spring session. Adult Beginner Pickleball Lessons and Adult Beginner Red Ball Tennis Lessons. More info and link to online reg on page 43 of the digital guide.
Programs are available in all ability levels for the following age groups:
Private Lessons are scheduled directly with the pro of your choice. Contact Conni Stinek at cstinek@crystallakeparks.org if you need assistance.
Considering a Racket Club Membership? Email Rob Laue, Racket Club Manager at rlaue@crystallakeparks.org
| | January/February Special Events | |
Social Dance Night-Waltz & Cha Cha
Ages 18+, Couples lessons and dancing all in one night (6:30-9 pm). Couples lessons start at 6:30 pm, beginners and up. Open dancing for all styles from 7:30-9 pm. Adv registration encouraged but drop in payment (cash/check only) is accepted at the door.
Dates
Fri, Jan 16, 30
Fri, Feb 7, 20
Fri, Mar 20
Fri, Apr 17
Fri, May 1
Main Beach Pavilion, 300 Lakeshore Dr, Crystal Lake
$10 res/$13 non-res, per person, per date
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Fairytale Princess Brunch
Ages 3-10
Dress in your royal best and enjoy a whimsical brunch alongside your favorite fairytale characters. Guests will be treated to enchanting photo opportunities, interactive storytelling, themed crafts, and sing-alongs that bring fairytales to life.
Sat, Jan 17, 10 am-Noon
Main Beach Pavilion, 300 Lakeshore Dr, Crystal Lake
$40 res/$52 non res, per person
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Snowbird Softball
Ages 21+
Get a team together and enter our 16" Snowbird Softball Tournament. Tournament format based on registration (single elimination with consolation division or double elimination. Minimum 2 game guarantee. Monetary award for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place.
Sat, Feb 7, 9 am-4 pm
Boncosky Softball Complex at Lippold Park
Reg deadline: Jan 27
$300 per team
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Mom & Mini Pajama Party
Ages 3-10
Grab your comfiest PJs and party with your mini!
Mom & Mini Pajama Party is a cozy night of snacks, crafts, music, and pajama-themed fun. Unwind, laugh, and make sweet memories together!
Fri, Feb 27, 6–8 pm
Main Beach Pavilion, 300 Lakeshore Dr, Crystal Lake
$40 res / $52 non-res (per child, includes one guest)
Sweet dreams guaranteed
| | Now through January 15, the Crystal Lake Park District will offer free holiday light recycling. Just head to the Parks Services Garage, 305 Lakeshore Dr, Crystal Lake and drop into the bin near the dumpsters. This is only for holiday lights; no garlands, wreaths, or live greens, and no household light bulbs. For questions or more information, contact Preston Skultety, Manager of Natural Resources at pskultety@crystallakeparks.org | | |
Registration open for 2026-2027
Barlina House Preschool
Ages 3-5
More info and link to class registration in the digital guide on page 25
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Skate and Sled Info
The Park District has multiple locations available to enjoy outdoor winter activities, weather permitting. Parks are open dawn to dusk. All winter activity areas are monitored on a daily basis to determine usability and safety.
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WE'VE GOT YOU!
Visit our Facility Rental page for gorgeous rooms with sweeping views of Crystal Lake! Or email Antony Mores, Facility Rental/Food & Beverage Supervisor at amores@crystallakeparks.org
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