Free Legal Consultations
2026-05-19 12:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-16 12:00 - 16:00, 2026-07-21 12:00 - 16:00, 2026-08-18 12:00 - 16:00, 2026-09-15 12:00 - 16:00, 2026-10-20 12:00 - 16:00, 2026-11-17 12:00 - 16:00, 2026-12-15 12:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | DeKalb Township, 2323 S. 4th St., DeKalb, Illinois, 60115, United States
DeKalb Township will be hosting Prairie State Legal Services once a month throughout 2026 to ensure qualifying residents have access to FREE legal services.
If you are a tenant with questions regarding a housing matter; If you are being forcibly discharged from a nursing home; If you were recently denied public benefits or if your benefits were reduced; If you have an employment-related legal question; If you or someone you know has been the victim of elder abuse, please call the DeKalb Township today to schedule an appointment and determine if you are eligible to receive these FREE services.
For additional details or to check your eligibility, call the DeKalb Township at 815-758-8282.

Evening at Ellcourt
2026-05-30 18:00 - 21:00 | Ellwood House, 420 Linden Place, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
Dearest Museum Patron,
The Ellwood House Museum is pleased to announce the 4th annual Evening at Ellcourt celebration. This year, they look forward to hosting a regency-era masquerade at the beautiful Tudor-Revival Ellcourt Home on Saturday, May 30, from 6pm-9pm.
Guests are welcome to attend in their finest masquerade attire. Attendees can expect to enjoy handcrafted cocktails, live music, exploring the gardens, Regency parlor games, and light refreshments. Evening at Ellcourt will have catered food and drink from Fatty’s Pub.
Evening at Ellcourt tickets include one free drink ticket. Additional drink tickets will be available for purchase during the event. Tickets may be purchased online, over the phone, or in-person at the Ellwood Visitor Center, located at 420 Linden Place, DeKalb, IL 60115. Parking is on-site and the Ellcourt home is accessible.
Guests must be 21 or older to purchase tickets and attend Evening at Ellcourt.
Tickets:$30 General Public$25 Ellwood House Museum Members$20 Student (21+)$15 Designated Driver*
*Designated driver tickets do not include a drink ticket

Forest Therapy Walk 2026
2026-06-06 09:00 - 10:30 | P.A. Nehring Forest Preserve, 380 Bethany Road, DeKalb, Illinois, 60115, United States
Experience the healing and wellness-promoting effects of forest therapy, the practice of immersing the senses in the atmosphere of the forest. This 90-minute introductory session will be held at P.A Nehring Forest Preserve at 380 Bethany Rd. in DeKalb.
Certified Forest Therapy Guide Beth Hanson of Peace in Nature Forest Therapy will lead this mindful walk and help you awaken your senses and connect with nature. No two walks are the same!
Registration is required, as space is limited. This program is open to ages 16 and up.
Please wear comfortable clothing and shoes, bring a water bottle, and wear sunscreen and bug spray if you require them. There are no restrooms on site, so please plan accordingly. You may also bring a small camp chair if you wish, as there will be some quiet time to sit during the walk.
In case of inclement weather, the DeKalb Public Library will post a cancellation announcement on social media and email all registered participants.
This program is made possible through a partnership with the DeKalb County Community Mental Health Board. Through leadership and funding, the DeKalb County Community Mental Health Board supports access to high-quality behavioral healthcare services for the residents of DeKalb County. This program is also sponsored in part by the Rick Johns Memorial Fund.
For additional information or help with registration, please contact Chelsea at chelsear@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 1700.

Prairie State Winery Production Tours
2026-06-20 13:00 - 14:15, 2026-06-20 15:00 - 16:15 | Prairie State Winery, 222 West Main St., Genoa, IL, 60135, United States
Tours will be led by Prairie State Winery’s esteemed winemaker Rick Mamoser and feature the barrel room, bottling line, production facility, sparkling line, distillation equipment, and more.

The tour will last about one hour and start with a tasting of wine in the barrel room! You will have time during and after the tour to ask questions about the amazing wine making and distilling processes.

Participants must be able to use stairs and stand for 1+ hours, as there will be no chairs available.

All participants must be 21+.

The Rocky Horror Picture Show 2026
2026-06-26 20:00 | Egyptian Theatre, 135 North 2nd Street, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
Featuring the live shadow cast of “Irrational Masters” at the Egyptian Theatre. The Rocky Horror Picture Show is an outrageous assemblage of the most stereo-typed science fiction movies, Marvel comics, Frankie Avalon/Annette Funicello outings and rock ‘n’ roll of every vintage. Running through the story is the sexual confusion of two middle American Ike Age kids confronted by the complications of the decadent morality of the 70’s, represented in the person of the mad ‘doctor’ Frank N Furter, a transvestite from the planet Transexual in the galaxy of Transylvania. Rated R – FOR MATURE AUDIENCES.

Boo'ze & Spirits 2026
2026-06-27 20:00 - 22:00, 2026-07-10 20:00 - 22:00 | Egyptian Theatre, 135 North 2nd Street, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
What has led to the Egyptian Theatre being known as one of the most haunted buildings in town and in the top ten haunted theatres in Illinois? Join the Theatre staff as they share all the secrets and stories with a ‘balcony to backstage’ tour that focuses not only on the history of the building that opened in 1929 but also all of the Theatre’s ghostly guests.

This tour, which is in the dark using only your flashlights, starts in our lobby and will include climbing stairs and extended periods of standing. Doors open 30 min prior to the tour beginning. Be sure to grab a drink from the concession stand to make it a truly spirited evening!

Everyone must bring a flashlight for the tour. 10 and older allowed but minors must be accompanied by an adult.

This evening tour will last approximately 2 hours and the tickets are limited, so don’t wait! The tour involves many stairs and no elevator is available.

Blondie Tribute Band - Atomic
2026-07-18 18:30 - 22:00 | Warehouse on Park, 662 Park Ave, Genoa, IL, 60135, United States
The Warehouse on Park welcome’s totally Tubular & Radical, Atomic the area’s BEST Blondie Tribute band!

The 80’s! The 80’s brought some pretty schweet, bodacious words to describe the awesome music of that time! Blondie was one of the most triumphant bands of those stellar times! Atomic, THE Blondie tribute band will be playing the big-time hits from Blondie as well as punk/new wave hits from those righteous times!

Atomic will be performing from 7-10PM

Slow Smoke BBQ will be there with their amazing, award-winning BBQ

Gate & bar will open at 6:30PM

16 & older event

$15 per person at the gate

VIP TIX $25 per person at the gate

VIP – 18 spots under pergola next to the Tiki bar & a complimentary cocktail

No outside food or drinks allowed

No pets allowed

Presentation: Seeds of a Nation
2026-07-23 17:30 - 19:00 | Malta Township Public Library, 203 Adams St., Malta, Illinois, 60150, United States
Join garden enthusiast and founder of the Malta Garden Club, Erin McNeal, as she takes us on a journey of seed-growing traditions and changing landscapes. Seeds have played an essential role in the story of America’s growth, from wild harvests to backyard gardens. This presentation brings to life the stories of cultivation that shaped the land and defined a nation’s character. This is a free program. Refreshements provided. All ages welcome.

Sycamore Park District and Parks Foundation present: Sip 'n' Savor
2026-07-25 13:00 - 17:00 | Sycamore Community Park, 940 E. State St, Sycamore, IL, 60178
Sip ‘n’ Savor Celebrates the flavors and makers that nurture local spirit.
Free general admission brings people together for live music and to visit with local food and artisan vendors. A $30 Tasting Ticket allows eventgoers to sample the spirit of the community! Proceeds support the Sycamore Parks Foundation.

FREE ADMISSION to enjoy live music, food vendors, and craft and artisan booths.
TASTING TICKET: $30Sample the unique local libations that nurture the community spirit! Ages 21+ | Proceeds support the Sycamore Parks Foundation.
Presented in partnership with MVP Sports Bar and Sycamore Whiskey Club. Sponsored by Pest Control Consultants and Resource Bank.

Drum & Bugle Corp Competition 2026
2026-07-25 18:30 | Huskie Stadium, 1245 Stadium Drive South, DeKalb, 60115, United States
The sounds of Drums and Bugles will be loud and clear at Northern Illinois University!

The NIU Football field will host the DCI Champions Show on Saturday, July 25th with the “King Cobras Drumline” entertaining for part of the pre-show event.

TICKET Information: 2026 Summer Tour Tickets

50 Men Who Cook 2026
2026-08-08 18:00 - 21:00 | BARSEMA ALUMNI AND VISITORS CENTER, NIU, 231 N Annie Glidden Rd, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
CASA’s signature fundraising event, 50 Men Who Cook, showcases 50 men from across the DeKalb community as they showcase their best dishes for guests to taste and vote for their favorite in each category. Beyond the competition, the evening features live music, raffles for attendees, and a cash bar! Enjoy an exquisite night of great food, friendly competition, and community spirit. All for a good cause!
