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 […]
Downtown Crystal Lake / Main Street Receives 2023 Main Street America Accreditation
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 […]
Garden Party & Flower Sale
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 – “Downtown Crystal Lake / Main Street RECEIVES 2022 MAIN STREET AMERICA ACCREDITATION”
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 […]
Dining Delights from A La Carte to Al Fresco
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
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 […]
Fall in Love with Downtown Crystal Lake – Twice as nice on TWOs-day!
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
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 […]
Back to Business (B2B) Grants
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 […]
Mitten Match
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 […]
Home for the Holidays
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 […]
Pumpkin Park (through October 31st)
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
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 […]
Have a Heart Food Drive
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!
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 […]
Apple Scavenger Hunt
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 […]
Johnny Appleseed Sponsor Packets Available
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 […]
May is Preservation Month
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 […]
Congratulations
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 […]
Shop Small, Shop Local!
Small Business Saturday was a smashing success! Help us keep the momentum going! Support the businesses that support your community!