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DEC 4-7,  4:30-7:30 PM

VETERAN ACRES, 431 N. WALKUP

Enjoy a breathtaking stroll under the stars as we light a trail through Veteran Acres!

Wed Dec 4-Fri Dec 6: walk the lit trail (no activities)

Sat Dec 7: Campfires, Hot Cocoa, Cookies, Candy Cane Forest and Mrs. Claus!

$1 per person/$5 per family donation appreciated. Donations are purposed for future Nature Center education programs.

SAT FEB 1  9 am-4 pm

LIPPOLD PARK BONCOSKY SOFTBALL FIELDS, 851 W. ROUTE 176, CL

Get a team together and enter our 16" Snowbird Softball Tournament. A single elimination with consolation division guarantees all teams a min of two games.

Fee: $250/team

Over a delicious Victorian Valentines Day dinner, embrace the ambience of music, fine arts, and the theoretical dynamics behind their influence.  Ages 7 & Up.

$30 R / $39 NR

Hey Mermaids! Grab someone who is a part of your world! Join us for an evening of dancing, crafts, desserts and lots of the under the sea themed fun!! Dress in your best formal under the sea attire!  Ages 4-10.  Registration is per guest, not per pair. $15/additional daughter.

$25 R / $ 35 NR

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puzzlepalooza

SUN mar 23, 10-12 Pm or 1:30-3:30 pm

GRAND OAKS REC CENTER, 1401 W. ROUTE 176, CL

10 am-12 pm (teams who have placed in previous tournaments or want to be challenged)

1:30-3:30 pm

Do you think you have what it takes to be a puzzle champ! This highly popular event will amaze the best of puzzlers! 2 and 4 person teams race against each other to finish the same 500 piece jigsaw puzzle first. The four person teams finish in about 50-70 minutes, depending on the difficulty of the puzzle. Snacks are allowed and after awards are presented, puzzlers may enjoy a sundae bar provided by our friends at Baskin Robbins Crystal Lake. PUZZLE SWAP is back! Bring in your old puzzles and go home with new!

FEE: $35 R/ $45 NR

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Calling all Olympians!! Join us for the annual son date night for an after dinner night full of desserts, dancing, games, crafts, and more as we GO FOR GOLD! Dress in your best 'Olympic Champion' attire! Ages 4-10. Registration is per guest, not per pair. $15/additional son.

$25 R / $35 NR

Enjoy an exquisite lunch with your family and friends while learning about the seven wonders of Crystal Lake. From its breathtaking landscapes to the many historic structures. Can you guess what the seven wonders of Crystal Lake are? Ages 5 & Up.

 

Hear Ye, Hear Ye! We cordially invite all local princesses to an enchanted gathering for our second annual Once Upon A Time Princess Fest! Join us for a day with three of your favorite princesses, sweet treats, crafts, music and lots of picture time! Registration is per child, guardians must attend with your princess. Ages 3-10.

$25 R / $35 NR

 

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PARKING

Please park in the following areas for concert evenings: Main Beach parking lot, grass triangle across the street from the Lakeside Arts in the Park (Dole Mansion) and South Elementary. Please do not park at the boat gate, Dole Mansion or Seminary Park.

SCHEDULE RELEASED IN APRIL 2025

FOOD TRUCK SCHEDULE

PARK PARTNERS

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!

It's back for 2025-Friday the 13th at Crystal Lake! Part 2...

Wait, what?!? An adult evening dedicated to Jason and a campy 80's slasher movie...ON CRYSTAL LAKE? We dare you to attend our Friday the 13th Part 2 Fest loaded with bloody fun! Hang out with your friends in our beautiful park, watch the sunset and play some games while listening to live music.

Advance Purchase via Eventbrite: $20 per ticket

Day of Purchase at the gate (cash/credit card): $25 per ticket

GAMES: To be announced

BEER / SELTZER: Beer Garden

FOOD TRUCKS: Your Sister's Tomato, Fork N Fry Poutine, Brother's BBQ, Julie Anns, Hippie Grilled Cheese

MUSIC: To be announced

MOVIE: Friday the 13th Part 2 on a large screen with experiential fun!

Rain or shine, beach closed all day. No outside food or beverage allowed in park. No boats allowed.

Ages 21+ only, ID's checked at admission

Any refunds requested will be minus Eventbrite processing and service fees.

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