Program Spotlight

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. Register online by clicking on the program code on page 84 of the digital guide at crystallakeparks.org

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

For more information contact Jennifer Peterson at (815) 459-0680, ext. 1219, jpeterson@crystallakeparks.org

Summer at Main & West Beaches

Both Main and West Beaches are open for the season. The beaches are open to Residents and Non-Residents. Find everything you need to know to plan your visit on our website.

Main Beach Regular Season Hours (Jun 3-Aug 10), daily, 9 am-Dusk

West Beach Regular Season Hours (Jun 3-Aug 11), daily, 11 am-7 pm

June Special Events

FREE CONCERTS IN THE PARK AT MAIN BEACH

Jun 6: CL Community Band

Jun 13: Jose Valdez & Mambo All Stars

Jun 20: The Four C Notes

Jun 27: Voices in Harmony

Jul 11: Sushi Roll

Jul 18: Billy Elton

Jul 25: NISRA Kingpins + CL Community Band (6:30 pm start time)

Aug 1: Rhythm Rockets

Aug 8: HiFi Superstar

Main Beach, 300 Lakeshore Dr, Crystal Lake, 7 pm start time unless noted above

FREE admission, check the website for rainout info, parking info and food truck schedule

FREE SUMMER SING-A-LONGS

Grab a blanket and join the Crystal Lake Library and Crystal Lake Park District as we team up to bring you free concerts for kids this summer!

These fun-loving headliners start at 10 am!

June 3 @ Veteran Acres Jaycee Shelter: Ralph's World (rain location: Central HS Auditorium)

June 28 @ Main Beach Band Shell: Alina Celeste (rain location: South HS Auditorium)

July 15 @ Woodscreek Park: CL Strikers (rain location: South HS Auditorium)

Free popcorn from the CLPD while supplies last; Julie Ann's Frozen Custartd available for purchase.

FREE PERFECT POLLINATOR OPEN HOUSE

Make it a full day of fun at @Veteran Acres Park on Sat, June 3

After the Sing-A-Long with Ralph's World (info above), hike across the park to the Crystal Lake Park District Nature Center for the FREE Perfect Pollinator Open House, 10 am-2 pm. Welcome the pollinators back to Veteran Acres with crafts, demos and more.

ALOHA SUMMER!

Save $ and purchase your ticket in advance by Th June 8 at 10 pm

FRI JUN 9, 6:30-9:30 PM

MAIN BEACH, 300 LAKESHORE DR, CL

Ages 21+

Let's kick off the summer with Tiki time! Come out for a night of music and Hawaiian entertainment as we watch the sun set over Crystal Lake. Must be 21 to enter park. Entertainment includes: Aloha Chicago, DJ Dave and steel drums

Available for purchase:

Food Trucks - Tiki Terrace, Kissed by Fire, My Funnel & El Taco Feliz

Specialty island drinks, beer and seltzers

$5 DONATION PER PERSON (proceeds to benefit the Crystal Lake Parks Initiative Foundation)

$10/PP AT DOOR (after June 8 at 10 pm)

Bring your lawn chairs! No outside food and drink. HAWAIIAN ATTIRE EXPECTED!

Lippold Park is also home to the Lippold Family Golf Center which includes two 18-hole miniature golf courses, a driving range, short game and putting green area.

POSITIVE PEBBLES

Let's spread some positivity! Pick up (while supplies last) your Positive Pebbles painting kit and participation instructions at the Crystal Lake Park District Administrative Office beginning today! Find out about Positive Pebbles and how to participate on our website.

Celebrate with Us-Book Main Beach Pavilion for your special occasion.

Our Main Beach renovations are complete and ready for use! Our full service bar will be a great complement to your special event. Check out our new bridal suite too!

Looking for something a little different than Main Beach Pavilion?

Our community rooms provide a unique backdrop for any family or business gathering. Additionally, most facilities offer breathtaking views of our parks and beaches.

• Colonel Palmer House
• Grand Oaks
• Oakwoods Lodge
• Spoerl Park
• Rotary Building
• West Beach
• Woodscreek Building
• Picnic Shelters

Follow Us