THE GRASSY KNOLL


The Grassy Knoll is located on the eastern shore of the lake in close proximity to the beach and marina. It’s expansive wide-open area works well for all different types of social and corporate events — from family reunions and graduations to large company picnics.

Available May – October for daytime events. Use of this space for an event requires tenting.

  • SOCIAL EVENTS

    This expansive open lawn overlooks the lake and playground, and is walking distance to the beautiful sand beach. Perfect for reunions, graduations, birthday parties, and other casual celebrations. Includes flexible menu options, from basic hamburger and hot dog picnics to gourmet BBQ with ribs and skirt steaks — provided by Catering by Michaels.

    SPACE DETAILS

    • Picnic style events: up to 800
    • Please inquire about capacity for cocktail-style and seated events
    • Outdoor
    • Parking
    • Indoor restrooms at the beach
    • Interactive DJ with sound system
    • Bounce houses, obstacle courses, and carnival rides
    • Face painting, clowns, and magicians
    • Full selection of picnic entertainment offerings
    • Yard games and sports equipment
    • Pedal boat rental
    • Bike rental
    • Beach/swimming passes
    • Located just off I-294
  • CORPORATE EVENTS

    This expansive open lawn overlooks the lake and playground, and is walking distance to the beautiful sand beach. Perfect for team-building events and company picnics with ample space for fun activities including fishing, bounce houses, carnival rides, and yard games. Includes flexible menu options, from basic hamburger and hot dog picnics to gourmet BBQ with ribs and skirt steaks — provided by Catering by Michaels.

    SPACE DETAILS

    CAPACITY

    INDOOR/OUTDOOR

    AMENITIES

    OPTIONAL UPGRADES

    ADDITIONAL DETAILS

    • Picnic style events: up to 800
    • Please inquire about capacity for cocktail-style and seated events
    • Outdoor
    • Parking
    • Indoor restrooms at the beach
    • Can be rented in conjunction with an event in Audubon Hall for team building and non-traditional meetings
    • Interactive DJ with sound system
    • Bounce houses, obstacle courses, and carnival rides
    • Face painting, clowns, and magicians
    • Full selection of picnic entertainment offerings
    • Yard games and sports equipment
    • Pedal boat rental
    • Bike rental
    • Beach/swimming passes
    • Fishing lessons
    • Located just off I-294

TESTIMONIALS

As always, it was fabulous and your chef is incredible and so service oriented. The ladies that do the games are perfect; the kids had a terrific time.

Lisa R., Baxter Pharmaceutical, Deerfield, IL

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