Lippold Park - Boncosky Complex

08/13/2026

IT'S HERE!
The Crystal Lake Park District fall 2026 digital guide is online and registration is open! 🍁🍂
Register online directly from the digital guide by clicking on the code number for the program you wish to register for and add it to your shopping cart. We recommend setting up your household profile prior to shopping if this is your first time utilizing online registration.

All households in the 60012 and 60014 zip codes will receive a print guide in the mail. Look for the activity guide in your mailbox later during the week of Aug 17-21.

Fall programs run late Aug-late Dec
View the digital guide
https://view.publitas.com/clpd/programs/page/1

08/12/2026

We are almost full-only 3 more team spots and we are SOLD OUT! More info and link to team registration on our website https://www.crystallakeparks.org/special-events

Brews and Bases Adult Kickball Tournament Sat, Aug 22, 10 am-5 pm Lippold Park, 851 W. Route 176, CL Grab your friends, build your team, and get ready for a fun day of kickball, cold drinks, great food, music and friendly competition! Our Beer in Hand Kickball Tournament is a 21+ consolation

07/22/2026

ATTENTION: If you are a team registered for Gametime Events Lake Series Baseball Tournament 7/25-7/26, the tournament WILL NOT be held at Lippold Park or any of the Crystal Lake Park District facilities.

Please reach out to Bobby Gross, Athletic Supervisor, for more information – [email protected] or (815) 459-0680 x1210.

07/12/2026

🚨 Team Recruitment Challenge! 🚨

Who do you want to see take the field at the NEW Crystal Lake Park District Brews & Bases Kickball Tournament?

Tag your favorite local business, organization, club, gym, restaurant, or group and challenge them to put together a team!

💥 Here's the challenge: If you tag a business or organization that registers a team for the tournament, you'll win a $25 Crystal Lake Park District gift card!

Tournament highlights:
🍻 Cold drinks during your games
🥎 Two guaranteed games
🎁 Team swag
😂 Friendly competition and plenty of laughs

🏆 Prizes for:
• 1st, 2nd & 3rd Place
• Best Team Name
• Best Team Swag

Sat, Aug. 22 | 10 am–5 pm
Lippold Park - Boncosky Complex
Ages 21+
$400 per team
Spectators welcome!

Beer in hand. Team pride on display. One unforgettable Saturday.

Register your team today: https://tinyurl.com/BrewsandBases2026

👇 Start tagging your favorite businesses and organizations in the comments—we can't wait to see who accepts the challenge!

07/08/2026

⚾The MCYSA Summer International Championship is almost here!⚾

Get ready for days of exciting baseball as teams from around the world compete right here in Crystal Lake. The tournament has been a community tradition since 1993, bringing together local fans, families, and international talent for an unforgettable experience.

📍 Lippold Park
📅 Opening Day: July 10
⚾Games begin at 9:00 AM for all age groups
🎆 Don't miss the Opening Ceremonies at 7:00 PM, followed by feature games and fireworks around 9:00 PM!

Whether you're a lifelong baseball fan or just looking for a fun summer outing, come cheer on incredible athletes and experience one of Crystal Lake's favorite summer traditions.

⚾ See you at the ballpark!

All of the information you need to know: https://mcysasports.org/

06/03/2026

The batting cage system at Lippold Park features four token-operated dual function cages with fastpitch baseball and slow pitch softball in every tunnel. Tokens can be purchased at the batting cages for $2 for 12 balls. The token machine accepts $1, $5, $10 and $20 bills.

During regular office hours, contact Bobby Gross at [email protected] for batting cage group reservations and information.

05/17/2026

It's time to start think about putting your team together for Summer Softball!
Lippold Park Boncosky Softball Complex (Route 176, Crystal Lake)
Mon: Women's 11"
Mon: Men's 12"
Tu: Men's 12"
Wed: Men's 12"
Th: Men's 12"
Fri: Co-Rec 12" Mush

League play 6/15-7/31, games 6:30-10:30 pm
registration deadline Jun 5
More info and link to online registration
https://view.publitas.com/clpd/programs/page/60

05/14/2026

KICK it into gear and get your team and team uniforms together for the NEW Crystal Lake Park District Brews and Bases Kickball Tourney (ages 21+) at Lippold Park!

Expect friendly competition, cold drinks during your games, team swag, and plenty of laughs all day long.

🏆 Prizes for:
• 1st, 2nd & 3rd Place
• Best Team Name
• Best Team Swag

Sat, Aug 22, 10 am-5 pm
Lippold Park Boncosky Softball Complex
Ages 21+
$400 per team
Spectators welcome!

Beer in hand. Two guaranteed games. One unforgettable Saturday. Register your team today
https://tinyurl.com/BrewsandBases2026

05/05/2026

Summer fun has arrived!
The 2026 Summer Digital Activity Guide is LIVE + registration is open!

📬 Print guide mailed May 8–12 (60012 & 60014)
🎉 Events, camps, sports, classes & more for all ages—plus concerts, movies, beach events & lake activities all summer long!

Browse the guide and click on the activity code to add programs & events to your shopping cart https://view.publitas.com/clpd/programs/page/1

04/16/2026

UPDATE 5/1/26, 3 pm
Batting cage repairs are now complete and batting cages are open
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UPDATE 4/21/26: The batting cages remained closed at this time. Repairs and machine calibrations are taking longer than expected.
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Due to the recent heavy rain, ongoing vandalism, and the continued adjustments needed by the Parks crew to keep the Lippold Park batting cages operational, we will be closing the batting cages through at least this week and weekend (April 16-April 19).

We recognize that we opened earlier than ideal due to high public demand, and unfortunately did not have sufficient time to fully work through all operational issues. During this closure, we will address outstanding repairs, replace the vandalized component, and continue working on improvements—particularly solutions to help prevent moisture from impacting the equipment.

All machines have been turned off, token boxes are secured, and gates are locked. Signage has been posted at the cages.