Registration deadline is 3 days in advance
of program date unless noted otherwise
Independence Day Celebration Information

Admission Options for Crystal Lake Fireworks at Main Beach


Pre-Purchase Fireworks Wristbands on Sale Now Thru Jul 5

Avoid event day lines and pre-purchase your fireworks wristband. This wristband is for fireworks admission to Crystal Lake Main Beach beginning at 2:30 pm on Jul 6.

Purchase in advance Crystal Lake Park District Admin Office, 1 E. Crystal Lake Avenue, Crystal Lake

Admin. Office Hours: Mon-Fri, 8:30 am-Noon, Sat 9:30 am-Noon

$5 per person/children under 3 free

No refunds


Day of Event (Sun, Jul 6) Admission

Regular Beach Admission rate applies 9 am-2:30 pm (those paying regular beach admission rates 9 am-2:30 pm will be given wristband that includes admission to fireworks).


Fireworks Admission

Beginning at 2:30 pm: $5 per person fireworks wristband admission, children under 3 are free. A pre-purchase option is available until Sat, Jul 5, see above.


Sunday, July 6 Schedule

Fireworks presented in by the City of Crystal Lake in cooperation with the Crystal Lake Park District


9 AM

Main Beach front gates open. No tables may be reserved prior to 9 am. Picnic tables limited. First come, first served basis. One table per family.

Picnic tables may not be moved.


9 AM-2:30 PM

Regular beach resident, season pass & 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


After 2:30 PM

Fireworks admission wristband price:

$5 per person/Kids under 3 free


1 PM

Crystal Lake Independence Day Parade

presented by the Crystal Lake Chamber of Commerce

Parade steps off at 1 pm

Route info below


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

Holiday Hours of Operation

Administrative Office

Tu, Jul 1: 8:30 am-5 pm

Wed, Jul 2: 8:30 am-5 pm

Th, Jul 3: 8:30 am-5 pm

Fri, Jul 4: closed

Sat, Jul 5: 9:30 am-Noon

Sun, Jul 6: closed


Lippold Family Golf Center

Tu, Jul 1: 12 pm-9 pm

Wed, Jul 2: 9 am-9 pm

Th, Jul 3: 9:am-9 pm

Fri, Jul 4: closed

Sat, Jul 5: 9 am-10 pm

Sun, Jul 6: 9: am-5 pm


The Racket Club

Tu, Jul 1: 7:30 am-7 pm

Wed, Jul 2: 7:30 am-7 pm

Th, Jul 3: 7:30 am-7 pm

Fri, Jul 4: closed

Sat, Jul 5: 7:30 am-Noon

Sun, Jul 6: 7:30 -11 am


The Nature Center

Tu, Jul 1: 10 am-5 pm

Wed, Jul 2: 10 am-5 pm

Th, Jul 3: 10 am-5 pm

Fri, Jul 4: closed

Sat, Jul 5: 10 am-5 pm

Sun, Jul 6: 10 am-5 pm


Colonel Palmer House

Tu, Jul 1: closed

Wed, Jul 2: closed

Th, Jul 3: 11 am-5 pm

Fri, Jul 4: closed

Sat, Jul 5: closed

Sun, Jul 6: closed

July/August Special Events

FREE. Concerts are held every Tuesday through August 5 at 7 PM.

Please note: No concert July 8.


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.



Check the concert schedule for weekly food truck updates.

Two more Summer Sing-a-Longs this summer! FREE-just drop in. Presented in partnership with the Crystal Lake Public Library. Free snacks (while supplies last). Julie Ann's Frozen Custard available for purchase.

10 am Veteran Acres Shelter

Fri, Jul 11 Istavan & His Imaginary Band

Tu, Jul 22 Allie Hulen

Join us at the Nature Center for a technology free family fun nigh as recognize Illinois Unplug Day! FREE-just drop in!

There are just a few spots left for Cops 'N Bobbers 2025!


Cops N Bobbers Gary Svejcar Fishing Derby! is back for our 3rd year!

Kids, ages 5-12! Let's Fish!


Free to enter but pre-registration is required,

click on the program code on page 9 of the digital guide to register (link below)


Great prizes awarded! Hang out with our local law enforcement!

Bring your own rod or borrow one of ours

Sun, Jul 27, 9 am-Noon

Shamrock Hills Park, 6204 Hillside Rd, Crystal Lake

Fri, Aug 8, 6:30-8:30 pm at West Beach

Our Sunset Fest Teen Luau promises an unforgettable night beachside including a live DJ, dancing, contests and a photo booth. Dress in your best Hawaiian attire!

Registration in advance required. Adult drop-off/pick-up is required. Parents/guardians are not permitted to attend.

$20 res/$26 non-res, open to anyone entering grades 6-8

🕵️‍♀️🌳 CRACK THE CODE 🌳🕵️‍♂️

Ready for a summer adventure? Join the Crystal Lake Park District for a fun, interactive park exploration game the whole family will love!


🔎 How it works:

1️⃣ Stop by the Administration Office (1 E. Crystal Lake Avenue, CL) to pick up your Crack the Code game piece

2️⃣ Visit local parks to solve clues and complete the code on the back

3️⃣ The finished code reveals the secret prize location! 🎁


Game concludes Aug 8 – start your adventure today!

Office Hours: Mon-Fri, 8:30 am-5 pm, Sat, 9:30 am-Noon

Seasonal Updates

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


Holiday Hours

Tu, Jul 1: 12 pm-9 pm

Wed, Jul 2: 9 am-9 pm

Th, Jul 3: 9:am-9pm

Fri, Jul 4: closed

Sat, Jul 5: 9 am-10 pm

Sun, Jul 6: 9: am-5 pm

Mon, Jul 7: resume regular hours of operation thru Aug 11

Sun-Th: 9 am-9 pm

Tu: Noon-9 pm

Fri & Sat: 9 am-10 pm

Enrolling now for Jul/Aug sessions:


Swim Lessons

Sailing Lessons

Colonel Palmer House Classes

Nature Center Classes

Youth Sports

Hapkido

Fitness/Yoga

Yoga

Youth Variety Classes

Tot Classes

Golf Clinics

Tennis Lessons

Pickleball Lessons

Watercolor Painting

Adult Trips

Acorn Alley

Located at Veteran Acres Park, corner of Walkup Ave and Rt 176-temporarily closed due to storm damage. Part is on order and install anticipated after Jul 11.


Crystal Castle

850 Willow Tree, Crystal Lake


FREE, open daily thru Labor Day,

10 am-7 pm

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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