The 30th Johnny Appleseed Festival

30th Annual Johnny Appleseed Festival To Be Held September 30th! The legend of Johnny Appleseed has been alive in Downtown Crystal Lake for 30 years, and this year’s event on […]
30th Annual Johnny Appleseed Festival To Be Held September 30th! The legend of Johnny Appleseed has been alive in Downtown Crystal Lake for 30 years, and this year’s event on […]
Downtown Crystal Lake has been designated as an Accredited Main Street America™ program for meeting rigorous performance standards. Each year, Main Street America and its partners announce the list of […]
Celebrate Spring with us and get some gorgeous flowers for your special Mother’s Day gifts simultaneously. On Saturday, May 6th, from 9 AM to 4 PM, head to Downtown Crystal […]
Downtown Crystal Lake / Main Street has been designated as an Accredited Main Street America™ program for meeting rigorous performance standards. Each year, Main Street America and its partners announce […]
Downtown Crystal Lake is an Accredited member of Illinois Main Street and Main Street America. Why Main Street? This tiny organization generates enormous economic energy. The vision 25 years ago […]
Lucky to have Downtown Crystal Lake/Main Street There may be a Pot ‘O Gold at the end of every rainbow. Many people say that’s lucky. Those who visit Downtown […]
Downtown Crystal Lake Main Street is not just a place; it’s an experience. The historic business district’s century-old buildings are filled with contemporary boutiques, restaurants, entertainment, and services. You’ll fall […]
Turkey Trot Scavenger Hunt November 1st – 30th This scavenger hunt is FREE and just-for-fun. Hunt for the numbered turkeys in the downtown district. They will be displayed in business […]
Good news! The State of Illinois has a new grant program called, Back to Business (B2B). This is a GRANT, not a LOAN! The portal for applications is now active […]
This game is FREE and just for fun! Decorated left and right mittens are displayed around Downtown Crystal Lake on Main, Woodstock & Williams Streets. Pickup an Answer Sheet form […]
Lots of fun and a few surprises await you this season in Downtown Crystal Lake! Merchants are opening their doors and welcoming you to shop, dine and relax. Take a […]
Looking for a unique photo and a whole lot of fun? The downtown gazebo is all decked out with pumpkins! Stop by for an unusual and fun photo opportunity. Once […]
Downtown Crystal Lake Sparkles with Gem Award Winners The Downtown Crystal Lake/Main Street annual meeting and awards night was held Monday, February 3, 2020 at Old Towne Hall. Members and […]
Start stockpiling your food items now for the 2020 Have a Heart Food Drive February 8 – 15 in Downtown Crystal Lake Hunger is an issue every minute of every […]
Santa House is open for the season! Bring your children and grandchildren to visit Santa in his charming little house in Brink Street Market,for a sweet experience that is completely […]
September 1st – September 23rd This scavenger hunt is just-for-fun! Grab a game card from Out of the Box (71 N. Williams) or Marvin’s Toy Store (64 N. Williams). Or […]
Sponsor Packets for the Johnny Appleseed Festival and Great Ball Race are now available! Show your support of this great community event! Click here to learn more about the Johnny […]
Through a cooperative effort of Downtown Crystal Lake/Main Street and the Crystal Lake Historical Society, numerous posters have been created and will be displayed throughout Downtown during the month of […]
Downtown Crystal Lake Sparkles with Gem Award Winners The Downtown Crystal Lake/Main Street annual meeting and awards night was held Monday, February 4, 2019 at Old Towne Hall. Members and […]
Small Business Saturday was a smashing success! Help us keep the momentum going! Support the businesses that support your community!