FACILITIES
Our community rooms provide a unique backdrop for any family or business gathering. Additionally, most facilities offer breathtaking views of our parks and beaches.
Reservations are booked by emailing Antony Mores at amores@crystallakeparks.org
**48 HOUR RENTAL COURTESY HOLD FOR MAIN BEACH PAVILION.**
MUST CONTACT FACILITY RENTAL/FOOD & BEVERAGE SUPERVISOR ANTONY MORES FOR HOLD.
AT TIME OF BOOKING, MAINTENANCE DEPOSIT AND FULL RENTAL FEE REQUIRED FOR ALL FACILITY RENTALS.
MAINTENANCE DEPOSITS for all facility rentals
Rentals without alcohol: $200
Rentals with alcohol all other facilities: $250
Rentals with alcohol at Grand Oaks and Main Beach Pavilion: $300
PLEASE NOTE: Events where alcohol is being served must provide event liability insurance through Market Access. You may ask Facility Rental Supervisor for details.
Main Beach Pavilion
300 Lakeshore Drive, Crystal Lake
Built in 1926, the Main Beach building is a registered historical site in McHenry County. The large architectural windows provide the perfect amount of natural sunlight. The high ceilings and beautiful beach setting make the Main Beach Pavilion a Crystal Lake treasure.
Main Beach Pavilion rental fees vary based on type of event, as well as, any additional amenities selected.
Please email Antony Mores, Facility Rental/Food & Beverage Supervisor for rate and date information.
For pictures from past event bookings at Main Beach Pavilion, visit our Facebook page
Amenities
- Outdoor ceremony locations available
- Outdoor patio space
- Main Beach 73' x 38' foot room size
- 10 (8 ft long) tables, 18 (72" round) tables and chairs included, plus dance space
- Overhead LED lighting
- Access to over 200 parking spaces
- Private updated restrooms
- Private area for bridal party
- Prep area for caterers
- Fully ADA accessible
- Suggested vendor list
- On-site event concierge to coordinate with vendors
- Newly renovated foyer
- WIFI
- Full service bar
Grand Oaks BUILDING
1401 W. Route 176, Crystal Lake
Just west of Lippold Sports Complex, Grand Oaks offers a spacious auditorium with large elevated stage with big drop down screen for banquet or theatre seating.
AMENITIES
- Capacity 160
- Tables - 20 (8 ft long)
- Chairs - 160
- Refrigerator
- Sink
- Microwave
- Oven
- Indoor bathrooms
- WIFI
BASE FEES (PER HOUR)
- Resident = $125
- Non-Resident = $162
Woodscreek Building
850 Willow Tree, Crystal Lake
This building offers access to the Crystal Castle Playground & Splash Pad.
AMENITIES
- Capacity 30
- Tables - 5 (8 ft long)
- Chairs - 30
- Refrigerator
- Sink
- Microwave
- Oven
- Playground
- Indoor bathrooms
- WIFI
BASE FEES (PER HOUR)
- Resident = $50
- Non-Resident = $70
West Beach
2330 Lake Avenue, Crystal Lake
West Beach boasts a newer building with event room featuring floor to ceiling windows overlooking picturesque Crystal Lake. Doors lead out onto a private sundeck/patio with small bistro tables and chairs. Perfect room to host bridal/baby showers, birthday parties, graduation parties etc. Make a statement by hosting your next event at this "gem" on Crystal Lake.
AMENITIES
- Outdoor Ceremony Capacity 300
- Room Capacity 50, room size 44' x 38' feet
- Tables - 10 (8 ft long)
- Chairs - 50
- Refrigerator
- Sink
- Playground
- Indoor bathrooms
- WIFI
BASE FEES (PER HOUR)
- Resident = $110
- Non-Resident = $145
Rotary Building
431 N. Walkup Road, Crystal Lake
The Rotary Building, steeped with Crystal Lake history and tradition, is a perfect place to host your event. Access to tennis courts, fishing pier, hiking trails, Acorn Alley Playground & Splash Pad within steps of the building. Newly renovated interior (Fall 2022). Not available June-July, weekdays.
AMENITIES
- Capacity 70
- Tables - 9 (60 inch rounds) plus 4 (8 ft long) for food and beverage
- Chairs - 70
- Refrigerator
- Sink
- Oven
- Playground
- Private indoor bathrooms
- WIFI
BASE FEES (PER HOUR)
- Resident = $110
- Non-Resident = $145
Oakwoods Lodge
Route 176 & Second Street, Crystal Lake
Nestled at the basin of Veteran Acres pond, Oakwoods Lodge provides a breath-taking view of Veteran Acres through its big picture windows, fishing piers and hiking trails. Newly renovated interior (Fall 2022).
AMENITIES
- Capacity 30
- Tables - 7 (8 ft long)
- Chairs - 30
- Sink, refrigerator
- Private indoor bathrooms
- WIFI
BASE FEES (PER HOUR)
- Resident = $50
- Non-Resident = $70
Spoerl Park Building
7610 Pingree Rd, Crystal Lake
Spoerl Park Building is a newly-refurbished, spacious building with natural light and high wood beam ceilings. An updated playground, pickleball courts and basketball court are located right outside the door.
AMENITIES
- Capacity 40
- Tables - 8 (6 ft long)
- Chairs - 40
- Refrigerator
- Sink
- Playground
- Private indoor bathrooms
- WIFI
BASE FEES (PER HOUR)
- Resident = $50
- Non-Resident = $70
Colonel Palmer House
660 E. Terra Cotta Avenue, Crystal Lake
The Colonel Palmer House, built in 1858, sits on five acres of land once owned by the Palmers, an early McHenry County pioneer and farming family. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the quaint home and grounds provide a perfect setting for catered luncheons, bridal and baby showers, business meetings or group tours.
The Nature Center
330 N. Main Street, Crystal Lake
Open year round, the Nature Center provides a unique opportunity for anyone to experience nature through hands-on activities, seasonal exhibits and programs.
Lippold Family Golf Center
1251 W. Route 176, Crystal Lake
Groups or birthday party packages are offered at our Lippold Family Golf Center which includes two (2) 18 hole mini-golf courses and 40 lighted driving range tees.
The Racket Club
9101 S. Route 31, Algonquin
The Racket Club is one of the area's most premier tennis facilities that offers lessons, leagues, tournaments and corporate packages. The Racket Club has plenty of room to host your private function.
AMENITIES
- 9 Cushioned Indoor Courts
- 7 Outdoor Courts (including clay)
- Locker Rooms
- Lounge Area with refrigerator, sink and microwave
- Viewing Area
- Childcare Area
- Pro Shop
Latest News
- Jan 10 Registration Now Open for Barlina House Preschool 2025-2026 School Year
- Jan 10 Hot Shots Sports Classes Begin Week of Jan 13
- Jan 10 Winter Fitness and Yoga Classes Begin Soon-Punch Pass Option Available
- Jan 08 Woodscreek Park Neighbors-Save the Date for a Community Input Meeting on Jan 15
- Jan 08 Crystal Lake Park District Hosts ADA Community Meeting on January 29
- Jan 02 Winter Spring Activity Guide Registration Now Open
- Jan 01 Holiday Light Recyling Program Now Through Jan 15
- Dec 26 New Year's Holiday Hours
- Nov 22 Luminaria Walk 2024 : Dec 4 cancelled due to inclement weather
- Nov 18 Deadline for Letters to Santa is Friday, December 6
- Nov 14 It's Not Too Early to Reserve Your Spot at the Colonel Palmer House Holiday Tea on Dec 14 & 15
- Oct 27 Put a Team Together for Puzzle Palooza on Nov 10
- Oct 23 Let's Celebrate Tea! Tea Fest at Colonel Palmer House on Oct 26
- Oct 16 Fall Sess 3 of Hapkido Begins Nov 25
- Oct 16 Save the Date for Truck or Treat at Main Beach-Sat, Oct 26
- Oct 15 Register NOW for Zumba Glow Party on Oct 18
- Oct 15 Yoga and Wine Social Overlooking Crystal Lake on Fri, Oct 18
- Oct 15 Book a Wagon Ride Through Sterne's Woods
- Oct 12 Firewood Sale Nov 2-Make Your Reservation Today!
- Oct 09 Businesses and Organizations Needed To Participate in Crystal Lake Park District Truck or Treat on Oct 26
- Oct 08 Fall Session 2 Hot Shots Sports Begins Oct 28
- Oct 03 Crystal Lake Park District Park Board of Commissioner Election Petition Packets Available-Filing Period Nov 12-18
- Sep 26 Lippold Park Family Golf Center Closes for the Season on Sun, Sep 29
- Sep 25 Name Announced for NEW Crystal Lake Park District Park
- Sep 23 Practice Begins Oct 8 for Girls Basketball Leagues-Register Today!
- Sep 13 Flannel Fest Pre-Sale Tickets Available Until Fri, Sep 20
- Sep 06 Splash Pads to Remain Open Thru Sep 16
- Sep 04 Fall Session 1 of Baby Rock, Tot Rock and Kids Rock Begins Sept 10
- Sep 04 Weekend Only Hours Through Sept 29 at Lippold Family Golf Center
- Sep 01 Fall Fitness and Yoga Classes Begin Sep 4
- Sep 01 Fall Yoga Classes Begin Soon
- Sep 01 Hot Shot Sports Classes Begin Sep 10
- Aug 30 Fall Dance Programs Begin Sept 5
- Aug 29 Labor Day Weekend Hours-Facilities & Admin Office
- Aug 20 FREE, Family Fun with Palmer's Pickings on Aug 24
- Aug 12 Rosie and the Rivets Rebooked for Aug 13 after Concert in the Park Rainout
- Aug 12 Limited Spots Available for Sunset Wine & Cheese Social on Aug 21
- Aug 09 Vote for Your Favorite Park Name-Aug 8-Aug 16
- Aug 07 End of Season Main Beach Swim Area Operations Update
- Jul 31 Flannel Fest Tickets On Sale Now
- Jul 30 Still Time to Complete the July & August Agents of Discovery Missions
- Jul 24 Last Chance to Register for Group Golf Lessons for Juniors, Men and Women
- Jul 09 'Name Your Park' Contest Entries Due by July 15
- Jul 08 NEW Event-Luau Line Dance Night for Adults on July 12 at Main Beach
- Jul 07 Enroll Now for Summer Tennis Lessons
- Jul 01 Crystal Lake Park District Facility Hours of Operation July 4-July 7
- Jun 28 Sterne's Woods and Fen Restoration Efforts Featured in National Recreation and Parks Magazine
- Jun 27 Summer Sing-a-Long with the Crystal Lake Strikers on Sat, Jun 29 moved to Crystal Lake South High School Auditorium
- Jun 24 Home of the Brave Heritage Fest on June 29 at Colonel Palmer House
- Jun 20 We Need 3 Additional Teams for Baggo League at Main Beach
- Jun 04 Concerts in the Park at Main Beach Begins May 28
- Jun 03 Enroll Now for Summer Session of Dance Classes
- Jun 02 Tot Programs Begin Soon
- Jun 01 Nature Center Grand Re-Opening on June 1
- Jun 01 Tickets on Sale for Into the Woods Jr
- May 24 Splash Pads Open for Season on May 25
- May 24 Swim Lessons at Main Beach with the Crystal Lake Park District Swim School
- May 24 Sailing Lesson Sessions Available June-July
- May 23 Enrolling Now Summer Martial Arts Classes
- May 20 Main & West Beach Operations-Main Beach Opens for Season on May 25
- May 18 NEW Opportunity Just for 6-8th Graders-Aloha Summer Teen Luau
- May 15 Seeking Performers for Teen Talent Show at Main Beach on June 21
- May 08 Social Dance Night- Tango & West Coast Swing on May 17
- May 03 Summer Registration Now Open
- Apr 29 The Cottage Donates Towards Summer Day Camp Scholarships
- Apr 25 The Racket Club Outdoor Courts Grand Opening Celebration on Sat, Apr 27
- Apr 24 Crystal Lake Park District Summer Day Camp Recognized as One of America's Best
- Apr 03 FREE, Drop In Solar Eclipse Special Event at Nature Center on April 8
- Apr 03 Spring Adult Softball League Play Begins April 22
- Apr 02 Dance, Sing & Play in Crystal Lake Park District Final Spring Session of Tot Programs
- Apr 02 Proposed Budget FY 2024-2025 on Display
- Apr 02 Batting Cages at Lippold Park Now Open for Season
- Mar 28 Important Information for Crystal Lake Boaters-Decals, Boat Launch Key Fobs, Dry Storage Spots Available for Purchase Apr 1
- Mar 14 Project Update: New Park on Haligus Rd in Lakewood
- Mar 12 Pickleball and Tennis Courts Open Early for the Season!
- Mar 10 Community Garden Plots Available at the Crystal Lake Park District
- Mar 07 Spoerl Park Playground Closed for Playground Surface Installation
- Mar 07 Last Chance to Register for Women's Self Defense Worksshop on Mar 23
- Mar 06 Limited Spots Still Available for Springtime Tea at Colonel Palmer House
- Mar 04 Spring Firewood Sale on March 16-Reserve Today!
- Mar 01 Crystal Lake Park District Receives OSLAD Grant for Della St Park Renovation
- Mar 01 Crystal Lake Park District Receives Illinois Parks and Recreation GameTime/PlayCore Grant for Haligus Park Playground
- Feb 08 Crystal Lake Park District Digital Camp Guide is Live
- Feb 07 Natural Resource Management Project Underway at Veteran Acres
- Feb 06 2nd Annual Galentine’s Day Brunch on Feb 11
- Feb 05 Social Dance Nights and Dance Lessons for Adults at the Crystal Lake Park District
- Feb 05 Registration Now Open for Barlina House Preschool 2024-2025 School Year
- Jan 28 Family Winter Mini Golf Event at Lippold Family Golf Center-CANCELLED
- Jan 18 Natural Resource Management Project Underway at Winding Creek Park and Bike Path
- Jan 12 Monday Memory-The 1935-1950 Tobaggan Slide at Lake Park (now Main Beach)
- Jan 08 Reg by Jan 19 for the Snowbird Softball Tournament
- Jan 08 Limited Spots Still available for Hearts & Artists, A Valentine’s Tea at Colonel Palmer House
- Jan 07 Natural Resource Management Project at Sterne's Woods and Fen
- Jan 04 Tot-Teen Dance Classes Featuring a Spring Recital Begin Jan 8
- Jan 04 New sessions of Crystal Lake Park District Group Fitness and Yoga classes begin in Jan 8
- Jan 04 Enrolling Now Winter Spring Martial Arts Classes including Pre-Karate, Shotokan Karate and Hapkido
- Jan 02 Crystal Lake Park District Offers Free Holiday Light Recycling through Jan 15
- Dec 15 Winter/Spring Activity Guide Registration Now Open
- Dec 14 Natural Resource Management Project Underway at Woodscreek Park
- Dec 07 Holiday Gift Giving Made Easy with Crystal Lake Park District Gift Cards
- Dec 07 Nature Center Temporarily Closed For Exhibit Remodeling
- Dec 06 Limited Spots Still available for A Norman Rockwell Tea on Dec 16 & 17
- Dec 04 2nd/3rd & 4th/5th Grade Boys Basketball League-Registration deadline Jan 5
- Nov 21 Enroll Now for Hapkido Starting on Nov 29
- Nov 21 Luminaria Walk at Veteran Acres Nov 29-Dec 2
- Nov 07 Haligus Road Park Design Update Meeting on Nov 8
- Nov 07 Dog Obedience Begins Nov 22
- Nov 07 November Youth/Teen Variety Classes
- Nov 01 Protect Yourself From Scams & Burglaries Workshop on Nov 10
- Nov 01 Grand Oaks Walking Club 2023
- Oct 26 Register Now for Puzzle Palooza on Nov 5
- Oct 24 Fall Firewood Sale on Nov 4-Stock Up for Your Fall Bonfires!
- Oct 16 Plan to Attend the Hill Farm Park Community Input Meeting on Oct 24
- Oct 13 Free Family Fun at Truck or Treat on Sat, Oct 28
- Oct 11 Book at Wagon Ride Through Sterne's Woods
- Oct 10 Henrietta's Harvest-CANCELED due to inclement weather
- Oct 04 Social Dance Nights at Grand Oaks Plus Line Dancing Class & Couples Social Dance
- Oct 03 NEW Programs & Events at Colonel Palmer House
- Oct 02 Lippold Park Seal Coating Project Updates-Week of Oct 2
- Sep 19 Registration Open for Girls & Boys Basketball Leagues
- Sep 15 Fishing Line Recycling Receptacles a Success
- Sep 03 Enroll Now for Fall Session of Dance
- Sep 02 Youth Athletics Classes Begin Sept 9
- Sep 01 Women's Golf Clinic Begins Sept 3 at Lippold Family Golf Center
- Aug 21 Online Registration Down for Upgrades Tu, Aug 22 at 3 pm-Wed, Aug 23
- Aug 21 Snake Study Update-a collaboration with McHenry County College Biology Students
- Aug 15 Fall 2023 Registration Now Open
- Aug 15 Crystal Lake Park District Named Com Ed Green Region Grant Recipient
- Aug 11 It's A GO-Caddyshack is ON for Tonight, Fri Aug 11
- Aug 02 Community Input Survey-Della Street Park Renovations plus Community Input Meeting on Aug 16
- Jul 26 Caddyshack-Movie in the Park on Aug 11-Costume Contest Added to the Event
- Jul 25 Additional Date Added to Crystal Lake Park District Concert in the Park Schedule
- Jul 25 Public Invited to Peter Pan Jr Performance by Musical Theatre Camp
- Jul 24 July/August Programs at Colonel Palmer House
- Jul 14 Group Sailing Lessons Begin July 24
- Jul 14 Summer Hapkido and Women’s Self Defense Clinic
- Jul 07 July/August Nature Center Programs & Events
- Jul 05 Cops N Bobbers Gary Svejcar Fishing Derby for Kids on July 30
- Jul 05 Women’s Self Defense Clinic on July 22
- Jul 04 Crystal Lake Park District Adult Camp (21+)
- Jul 03 Swim Lessons Sess 2 begin July 10
- Jul 03 Save the Date-Sat, Jul 15, to UNPLUG After Dark at Veteran Acres
- Jun 29 Everything You Need to Know to Enjoy the Crystal Lake Parade and Fireworks Celebration
- Jun 27 Summer Tennis Lessons for Ages 5-Adult Session 3 begins Jul 17
- Jun 27 Crystal Lake Fireworks Info Plus Wristband Pre-Purchase Info
- Jun 26 FREE Summer Sing-A-Longs on June 28 & July 15
- Jun 25 Positive Pebbles Kits Available at the Administrative Office
- Jun 08 NEW Event! Aloha Summer Sunset Celebration on June 9
- Jun 01 Crystal Lake Park District Concerts in the Park Kicks off May 30
- May 27 2023 Beach Operations-Main Beach Opens Sat, May 27
- May 05 Registration Open for Summer 2023
- Apr 24 Thank You Crystal Lake Park District Volunteers!
- Apr 10 Lippold Family Golf Center Open for Season
- Apr 06 Limited Number of Community Garden Plots Available
- Apr 05 Line Dancing Class & Social Ballroom Class plus Social Dance Nights
- Apr 04 Spots Filling Quickly for Summer Camp 2023-Register Today!
- Apr 04 Crystal Lake Park District Nature Offers Spring Programs for Tots-Adults
- Mar 15 Crystal Lake Park District Awarded Urban and Community Forestry Grant for Tree Planting
- Mar 08 Crystal Lake Park District Awarded 2022 Government Award from the Environmental Defenders of McHenry County
- Mar 07 Crystal Lake Park District Awarded $600,000 Open Space Land Acquisition and Development Grant for Development of Park on Haligus Road
- Mar 06 Social Dance Nights March 10, April 22, May 19
- Mar 06 Paint Nites and Watercolor Painting
- Mar 06 Crystal Lake Park District Announces Spring Firewood Sale on March 18
- Feb 27 Update Regarding Northwestern Medicine Healthcare Crystal Lake Fitness Center and the Crystal Lake Park District
- Feb 22 Highlight the Night Son Date Night on April 28
- Feb 22 Mother Daughter Tea at Colonel Palmer House on April 30
- Feb 22 Four Winds Casino Trip and Land of Lincoln Trip Still Have Limited Spots Available
- Feb 22 New Sessions of Youth Athletics Beginning Feb 27 and Apr 24
- Feb 21 EVP Spring Break Volleyball Camp Mar 27-30
- Feb 19 Register NOW for Summer Camp!
- Feb 15 Next Session of Little Medical School Veterinarian Programs Begins March 24
- Feb 15 Summer 2023 Seasonal Jobs-NOW HIRING
- Feb 13 Register Now for Puzzle Palooza on March 19
- Feb 07 Valentine/Galentine Zumba Party Scheduled for Feb 10
- Jan 20 NEW! Galentine's Day Brunch with the Crystal Lake Park District
- Jan 20 Dates Nights for Sons and Daughters in Feburary and April
- Jan 19 Limited Spots Still Available for this Season's Adult Trips
- Jan 17 Willows Edge Park Invasive Brush Clearing Efforts Underway
- Jan 16 Snowbird Softball Tourney Team Registration Due by Jan 27
- Jan 15 EVP & Crystal Lake Park District Host Snow Volleyball Tournament
- Jan 02 Register by Jan 6 for Boys Basketball League
- Dec 23 Free Holiday Light Recycling thru December 30
- Dec 22 Winter Spring Activity Guide Available and Registration is Opens Dec 9
- Dec 07 Send Us Your Letter to Santa by December 9
- Dec 05 Holiday Break Camps for Youth and Teens
Upcoming Events
- Jan 15 Woodscreek Park Community Input Meeting Woodscreek Park Building, 850 Willow Tree, Crystal Lake
- Jan 24 Winter Pickleball Classic Tournament The Racket Club
- Jan 25 Social Dance Night-Vegas Night Crooners Main Beach Pavilion, 300 Lakeshore Dr, Crystal Lake
- Jan 29 Americans with Disabilities Act Transition Plan Community Input Meeting Rotary Building, 431 N. Walkup, Crystal Lake
- Feb 01 Snowbird Softball Tournament Boncosky Softball Complex at Lippold Park
- Feb 02 Hearts & Artists Valentine's Day Tea Colonel Palmer House, 660 E. Terra Cotta Avenue, Crystal Lake
- Feb 05 Cardio Drumming Workshop Grand Oaks Recreation Center, 1401 W. Route 176, Crystal Lake
- Feb 07 Yoga and Wine Social Main Beach, 300 Lakeshore Dr, Crystal Lake
- Feb 07 Zumba Galentines Dance Party Grand Oaks Recreation Center, 1401 W. Route 176, Crystal Lake
- Feb 21 Under the Sea Daughter Date Night Grand Oaks Recreation Center, 1401 W. Route 176, Crystal Lake