Volunteer With Us!
Downtown Crystal Lake is buzzing with events throughout the year, and we’re always on the lookout for enthusiastic volunteers to help make these gatherings memorable and successful! These events range from our infamous Johnny Appleseed Festival, to holiday celebrations, to farmers’ markets, and so many more! No matter the time of year, there is always something exciting happening in this vibrant community. Volunteering is a wonderful way to support local businesses, connect with neighbors, and enjoy the unique charm that Downtown Crystal Lake offers. Whether you’re interested in setting up, greeting guests, managing activities, or simply lending a hand, your support helps create unforgettable experiences for everyone.
For 2026, we’ve streamlined the process by creating one master volunteer sign-up sheet that will be updated throughout the year as new opportunities arise. We’ll continue to send email reminders, but we also recommend bookmarking the page and checking back often so you never miss a chance to get involved.
If you have any questions at all, please feel free to reach out to events@downtowncl.org.
Thank you again for being part of our downtown community — we’re excited to work with you in 2026!
2026 Calendar of Events:
Feb- Have a Heart Drive
June- Farmers Market
July- Midsummer Wine Walk
August- Johnny Appleseed Prep
September- Johnny Appleseed Festival/Taste of DTCL
November- Festival of Lights Parade
December- Santa House
Our current volunteer opportunities:
If you’d like to be added to our Volunteer List, please fill out the form below! Once you’re on the list, you’ll get an email every time we’re looking for extra help. Thank you again– we could not pull off our events without the help of our volunteers, the heart and soul of it all.
(must be 15 years or older to volunteer– if younger than 15, a guardian must be present at all times)
Volunteer with Downtown Crystal Lake
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