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Lakeside Festival

  • Dole Mansion 401 Country Club Road Crystal Lake, IL, 60014 United States (map)

Thursday, July 1st 3:00pm – 11:00pm

Friday, July 2nd 12:00pm(noon) – 11:00pm

Saturday, July 3rd 12:00pm(noon) – 11:00pm

Sunday, July 4th 12:00pm(noon) – 11:00pm

Four fun-filled days for the whole family!

  • Exciting live music – 15 bands over 4 days on 2 outdoor stages!

  • Scrumptious food – seriously mouth-watering summer fare!

  • Thrilling, unlimited carnival rides for all ages!

  • An incredible selection of beer and wines!

  • Midway games for the whole family!

  • Kids activities: Face-painting, Balloon Twister, Stilt Walker, Team Mascots, Magician

  • Baggo tournament – Got a competitive streak? Bean bags abound!

Lakeside Festival is the largest fundraiser for Lakeside Legacy Foundation’s year-round arts, education, history, and community programs. The Festival collaborates with the City of Crystal Lake to coordinate Lakeside Festival activities with the Independence Day parade and fireworks displays.

Earlier Event: July 4
Crystal Lake Independence Day
Later Event: July 10
Free Farming Lecture