The Crete Park District offers rental space for all kinds of events and activities. Below are our rates, times and information concerning rental areas and buildings. If you have a question concerning any of the information provided here about our rentals, please call the Park Office at (708) 672-6969.

Willard Wood Park Center Rental

The Willard Wood Park Center is located 2 blocks north and 1 block west of Main & Exchange Streets. The log cabin building sits on the Southwest corner of the six acre Crete Park. Easterday Hall, located in the Willard Wood Park Center, is a charming room for your club, family, friends, or associates to gather. It's the perfect location for your business meetings, family gatherings, showers or parties. The hall is fully accessible, offers a kitchen, and tables and chairs for your convenience. A fireplace and/or alcohol permit can be purchased for an additional fee. (See Rental Fees Below) Call the Crete Park District at (708) 672-6969 or stop by to see if your date is still open. The hall does book up quickly, so be sure to make arrangements as early as possible to ensure your date. To guarantee your rental at the Willard Wood Park Center, you must stop by the building, complete a rental form and pay a $150 CASH SECURITY DEPOSIT. This security deposit is required to hold your day on the calendar. This deposit is nonrefundable or transferable in the case of cancellation or if the building is not returned to the prerental condition. If additional staff is required for your rental for any reason, your deposit will be automatically forfeited and appropriate fees will be charged.

Rental Hours

Rental Fees

The building is owned by the Crete Park District, and therefore Residents receive a lower rate. Rental rates are done on an hourly basis and must include all set up, clean up and decorating time. Minimum rental time is four (4) hours. All fees must be paid one month prior to your rental. (The building will NOT be open on the weekends other than specific rental hours!) All fees are listed below. You MUST be at least 21 years old to rent.

Easterday Hall Amenities

Handicapped Accessible Restrooms 10 - 66" round tables Air Conditioning Fireplace 2 High Chairs Freezer

100 Folding Chairs 2 - 8" rectangular tables Adjacent to Crete Park Stove Microwave Refrigerator

Historic Bandstand Rental

If you're looking for a small romantic place to hold your wedding, you should come see one of Crete's Historic Landmarks. Recently renovated, the Bandstand, located in Crete Park, was built in 1913 and is surrounded by beautiful oak trees. The rental fee, per time slot, is $30 for Residents of Crete Park District and $40 for Nonresidents. The first time slot of the day is 10:00 AM until 2:00 PM and the second is 2:30 PM - 7:30 PM.

Shelter and Field Rental

Instead of spending the money to rent a tent and planning all the entertainment, come to the park! Two shelters are available in Crete Park, 515 First Street and two shelters are also available at Heritage Park, 1550 Sangamon Street. Alcohol is not allowed in the park areas. All fees are nonrefundable. (The playgrounds are not part of any rental. These are public parks and will be used by the public during your rental.) Field rentals do not include lining or base rental. Special arrangements must be made if you need a formal field set. In case of inclement weather, Crete Park District Maintenance Department will have the final judgement call on field playbility. Permit holder will provide nets/bases unless otherwise arranged with the District. For space availability, please call 672-6969.

Shelter Rental Rates

Field Rental Rates