Overview & General Guidelines
Event Summary
Crystal Lake PRIDE Walk – a community celebration of inclusion, visibility, and local businesses
Date: 1st Sunday in June 2026
Location: Downtown Crystal Lake
Quick Tips
Bring your own tent, tables, chairs, and tent weights (required)
Plan for high foot traffic and interactive engagement
Pride-friendly, inclusive, and respectful representation is expected
No early breakdowns
Event Logistics
Setup & Breakdown
Setup & Breakdown
Setup: 8 AM – 10:30 AM
Event Hours: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Breakdown: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Vendors must be fully set up before event start and remain for the full duration
Info Booth
Central booth available for:
Event support & questions
Emergency coordination
Lost & found
Nonprofit Application
(Community Organizations, Advocacy Groups, Resource Partners)
Quick Tips
Focus on education, outreach, and meaningful engagement
Interactive booths encouraged (sign-ups, resources, conversations)
Keep messaging inclusive and accessible
Vendor and Artisan Application - $100
(Retail, Food Vendors, Makers, Artists, Small Businesses)