Registration deadline is 3 days in advance
of program date unless noted otherwise
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Independence Day Celebration Information |
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Stop into the Crystal Lake Park District Administration Office (1 E. Crystal Lake Avenue, Crystal Lake) and purchase your Crystal Lake July 2 fireworks wristbands ahead of time!
Office hours:
Daily thru Fri, July 1, 8:30 am-5 pm
Sat, Jul 1, 9:30 am-Noon
Fireworks wristband price:
$5 per person/Kids under 3 free
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Sunday, July 2 Schedule
9 AM
Main Beach front gates open. No tables may be reserved prior to 9 am.
Picnic tables may not be moved.
9 AM-2:30 PM
Regular beach resident & non-resident admission rates apply (see button below). Everyone entering will receive an ID bracelet that will allow Main Beach in and out access throughout the day plus admission to the fireworks celebration
Please note:
NO PROPANE ALLOWED
NO DOGS
NO GLASS
2:30 PM
Fireworks admission wristband price:
$5 per person/Kids under 3 free
1 PM
Crystal Lake Independence Day Parade
Parade steps off at 1 pm
Route is Woodstock St down Dole Ave to end at the festival grounds at the Dole.
7 PM
Voices in Harmony and Crystal Lake Community Band Fireworks Concert begins at Main Beach Band Shell
At Dark: Fireworks Display begins at Main Beach
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Holiday Hours of Operation |
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Administrative Office
Sat, July 1: 9:30 am-12 pm
Sun, July 2: closed
Mon, July 3: 8:30 am-5 pm
Tu, July 4: closed
Lippold Family Golf Center
Sat, July 1: 9 am-10 pm
Sun, July 2: 9 am-9 pm
Mon, July 3: 9 am-9 pm
Tu, July 4: closed
The Racket Club
Sat, July 1: 7:30 am – 12 pm
Sun, July 2: 7:30 – 11 am
Mon, July 3: 7:30 am – 8 pm
Tu, July 4: closed
The Nature Center
Sat, July 1: 10 am – 5 pm
Sun, July 2: 10 am – 5 pm
Mon, July 3: 10 am – 5 pm
Tu, July 4: closed
Colonel Palmer House
Sat, July 1: 10 am – 4 pm
Sun, July 2: closed
Mon, July 3: closed
Tu, July 4: closed
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July/August Special Events |
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FREE. Concerts are held every Tuesday through August 15 at 7 PM.
Please note: No concert July 4.
August 15 concert is a reschedule date for Jose Valdes and the Mambo All Stars concert which was cancelled due to inclement weather.
Food and beverage (beer and wine) and small charcoal grills are allowed (no glass please.)
In the event of inclement weather, decision to reschedule the concert will be made by 4 pm. Check status by calling 815.410.4475 ext 6.
NEW for 2023! Check the concert schedule for weekly food truck updates.
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Join us at the Nature Center for a technology free family fun night! Be sure to bring your flashlight. FREE-just drop in! |
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The third and final Sing-a-Long of the summer! FREE-just drop in. Presented in partnership with the Crystal Lake Public Library. Free popcorn (while supplies last). Julie Ann's Frozen Custard available for purchase. |
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Kids, ages 5-12! Let's Fish!
Register for our first ever Cops N Bobbers Gary Svejcar Fishing Derby!
Free to enter but pre-registration is required
Great prizes awarded! Hang out with our local law enforcement!
Sun, Jul 30, 9 am-Noon
Shamrock Hills Park, 6204 Hillside Rd, Crystal Lake
Bring your own rod or borrow one of ours
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CAMP! It's not just for kids!!
Camp isn’t just for kids! Grab a friend or two and sign up today-adults ages 21+ are welcome! We are never too old to have a camp experience, meet new friends, try new things and have a whole lot of fun. Sign up for daily camp dates or sign up for the whole week and get a price break. Each day has a theme with multiple activities planned. Lunches are included each day. Registration deadline: 3 days prior to the start of the class.
Adult Camp
9 am-3 pm daily
Transportation from Grand Oaks, 1401 W. Route 176, Crystal Lake
Daily registration fee: $40 res/$45 non-res
Weekly registration fee (save $$$ off the daily registration fees): $175 res/$180 non-res, register for all session code #330150-01
Mon, July 17: Best of the Fox- Check out the best businesses including food, shopping, self- care, volunteering and exploring the best of the area. Code 330150-06
Tu, July 18 : Progressive Lunch in Highwood Area-Let’s gorge on Antipasto course, salad, pasta, bakery and espresso (all different restaurants) Final stop will be Poeta’s Italian grocery store. Code 330150-02
Wed, July 19: Beach Fun- Naturalist guided wagon ride through Veteran Acres. Enjoy a delicious barbeque lunch and fishing at the trout farm. Code 330150-04
Th, July 20: Galas Salt Cave and Lunch at the Jolly Inn, Code 330150-05
Fri, Jul 21: It’s 5 O’Clock Somewhere- Enjoy toasts and treats on the fun day out, Code 330150-05
Register online by clicking on the program code on page 84 of the digital guide at crystallakeparks.org
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Movie in the Park
Fri, Aug 11, 5:30-10 pm, Ages 21+
Main Beach, 300 Lakeshore Dr, Crystal Lake
"Be (on) the ball" and join us as we watch the snobs take on the slobs in the hilarious blockbuster movie, Caddyshack! We'll have entertainment and games leading up to the movie which will make you feel like you're hanging at Bushwood Country Club. Wear your tackiest golf attire and get ready for an explosive good time!
5:30-8:30 pm: Live entertainment and games
8:30-10 pm: Caddyshack on the large screen
Food trucks, beer/seltzer/wine and lots of goodies available for purchase. No coolers or outside food allowed.
$15 TICKET PER PERSON
Limited tickets available. Tickets increase to $20 at door. Rain or shine. No refunds. No boats.
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Let's Spread Some Positive Messages!
We still have a few Positive Pebble painting kits available (pick up at CL Park District Admin. Office).
If you already painted or have found a Positive Pebble, be sure to submit your photos via the link below to receive an entry for a Crystal Lake Park District Wagon Ride this fall! Drawing takes place on Aug 31.
Find out about Positive Pebbles and how to participate on our website.
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Family Golfing Fun just FORE you at Lippold Family Golf Center!
1251 W. Route 176, Crystal Lake
Stop by for a round of miniature golf or time on the driving range.
Please note:
Mini Golf groups will not be allowed to start 45 minutes before close
Driving Range patrons will not be allowed to start 30 minutes before close
Summer Hours: through August 13
Sun-Th: 9 am-9 pm
Tu: Noon-9 pm
Fri & Sat: 9 am-10 pm
Holiday Hours
Sat, July 1: 9 am-10 pm
Sun, July 2: 9 am-9 pm
Mon, July 3: 9 am-9 pm
Tu, July 4: closed
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Acorn Alley
Located at Veteran Acres Park, corner of Walkup Ave and Rt 176
Crystal Castle
850 Willow Tree, Crystal Lake
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For everything you need to know to rent a boat at Main Beach, visit our website
We have the following types of boats available to rent: Pedal Boat, Canoe, Sailboat, Rowboat, Kayak, Stand Up Paddle Board, Dragon Pedal Boat, Quackers the Duck Pedal Boat
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