July 2022
Registration deadline is 3 days in advance
of program date unless noted otherwise
Independence Day Information
Stop into the Crystal Lake Park District Administration Office (1 E. Crystal Lake Avenue, Crystal Lake) and purchase your Crystal Lake July 3 fireworks wristbands ahead of time!
 
Office hours:
Daily thru Fri, July 1, 8:30 am-5 pm
Sat, Jul 2, 9:30 am-Noon, drive thru only
 
Fireworks wristband price:
$5 per person/Kids under 3 free
Sunday, July 3 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
Holiday Hours of Operation
Sun, July 3, 2022
The Racket Club: 7:30 am-Noon
Colonel Palmer House: Closed
Administrative Office: Closed
Nature Center: 10 am-5 pm
Lippold Family Golf Center: 9 am-9 pm
(last mini golf group 8:15 pm)
West Beach: 11 am -6 pm
Main Beach: 9 am-conclusion of fireworks. See above for Fireworks admission info
Mon, July 4, 2022
The Racket Club: 7:30 am-8 pm
Colonel Palmer House: Closed
Administrative Office: Closed
Nature Center: Closed
Lippold Family Golf Center: Closed
Main Beach: 9 am - Dusk
West Beach: 11 am - Dusk
July Special Events
FREE. Concerts are held every Tuesday through August 9 at 7 PM.
Please note: No concert July 5.
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 2022! Check the concert schedule for weekly food truck updates.
Join us at the Nature Center for a technology free family fun night! Be sure to bring your flashlight. FREE-just drop in!
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.
Dress in your best line dancing attire for a country themed evening complete with line dancing instruction, drinks, light snacks and a DJ! Each participant receives 2 drink tickets. Ages 21+.
There is till time to signup for the Cardboard Regatta!
Don't know how to build a boat- we have Kwicki boat kits available.

Just want to spectate? It's a great time for your entire family!
Other fun activities during event
-Food trucks
-Band
-Beer Garden
Profits from the event benefit the non profit Crystal Lake Parks Initiative Foundation.
PLAY THE QUEST!
Download the game board and play! When finished, head into the Administration Office to claim your plush forest critter!
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.

Summer Hours: through August 14
Sun-Th: 9 am-9 pm
Tu: Noon-9 pm
Fri & Sat: 9 am-10 pm

Holiday Hours
Sun, July 3: 9 am-9 pm, last mini golf group 8:15 pm
Mon, July 4: Closed
Acorn Alley
Located at Veteran Acres Park, corner of Walkup Ave and Rt 176

Crystal Castle
850 Willow Tree, Crystal Lake
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
Project Updates
As updates are provided we will post a description of each project with pictures. If you have questions about any of the projects listed on the 'Project Update' page, please contact Amy Olson, Manager of Park Planning and Development at 815.459.0680, ext. 1217 or via email
View Updates on Park District Projects
Playground Resurfacing-Veteran Acres, Woodland Estates, Woodscreek Park
Kamijima Park Playground
Brighton Oaks Park Playground
Lapins Park Playground
Carpet Replacement at Lippold Park Family Golf Center