The Sandwich Fair, first started as an annual livestock show in DeKalb County. Held the Wednesday through Sunday after Labor Day since 1888, Sandwich Fair is one of the oldest continuing county fairs in Illinois! Large crowds stroll throughout the beautiful tree-lined grounds all five days of the fair which has something for everyone, including […]
The Genoa Area Chamber of Commerce and the Kishwaukee Valley Wanderers are proud to present the Lucha Libre stars of Mexico. This special performance features five high-flying, hard-hitting matches and over twenty wrestlers, including stars such as El Maleficio, Corazon de Guerrero, Potro Romano, and Alas de Fuego. Mexico’s version of professional wrestling (the term […]
The DeKalb Park District is excited to host the 19th annual DeKalb Kite Fest again! Kite Fest is a great way to enjoy the outdoors and see amazing kites! Demonstrate your flying abilities and watch as our pilots bring you dazzling displays of kite flying. Food trucks, music, and seasonal activities will be available on-site. […]
Genoa Chamber of Commerce fundraiser featuring pre-purchased duck tickets; witness the rubber ducks traveling down the river! Enjoy food and entertainment.
Johnny K’s Cruise Nights season kicks off May 7th and will run every other Tuesday through October 22nd! All shows are 100% free. Each driver will get a discount to Johnny K’s for the evening!
Join Downtown Sycamore for the inaugural Chalk Walk, a vibrant celebration of creativity and community! Artists aged 12 and up are invited to register for $25 through Eventbrite, securing their spot with a sidewalk square and chalk to create their masterpieces. Event highlights include an art competition, viewer participation, food trucks, vendors, and a children […]
NIU’s Ballet Folklórico Aztlán is a vibrant and newly founded group of passionate dancers dedicated to the rich and colorful art of Mexican folk dance, known as “Folklórico.” Folklórico is not merely a dance form; it’s a captivating expression of Mexico’s diverse cultures, traditions, and history. Every twirl, step, and costume reflect the beauty and […]
Make your way to Blumen Gardens to celebrate the fall. Join in the festivities, create wonderful memories, and experience the joy of the season at its finest. Cocktails | Food Trucks Live Music | Artist + Maker Market Saturday, September 21st 9-4PM Wild Carrot 11-2PM Sunday September 22nd 9-4PM Artist + Maker Market 11-2PM Pressbox […]
NIU Art Museum curator and collections manager Peter B. Olson shares his insights on the portrait works in our collection. Location: NIU Art Museum Galleries
Make your way to Blumen Gardens to celebrate the fall. Join in the festivities, create wonderful memories, and experience the joy of the season at its finest. Cocktails | Food Trucks Live Music | Artist + Maker Market Saturday, September 21st 9-4PM Wild Carrot 11-2PM Sunday September 22nd 9-4PM Artist + Maker Market 11-2PM Pressbox […]
Johnny K’s Cruise Nights season kicks off May 7th and will run every other Tuesday through October 22nd! All shows are 100% free. Each driver will get a discount to Johnny K’s for the evening!
The Taste of Sandwich will be held Wednesday, September 25th from 5pm-7:30pm in downtown Sandwich. There will be more than 20 vendors offering sample portions of a variety of foods. Tickets are $8 and available at the Sandwich Park District. This year will be the inaugural “Best Sandwich in Sandwich Contest” among local restaurants. Restaurants […]
Participatory reading of writings by the literary figures represented in one of NIU Art Museum’s current exhibitions, “Homage to Humanity: Portrait Prints by Sidney Chafetz.” Readers may choose to read from one or multiple of the following: Ryunosuke Akutagawa, Sholem Aleichem, James Baldwin, Samuel Beckett, Robert Frost, Allen Ginsburg, Amy Lowell, Vladimir Mayakovsky, George Oppen, […]
STEM Fest is a celebration of all things science, technology, engineering and math. This free event is held each year in the fall on the campus of Northern Illinois University and features more than 100 exhibits, speakers, and demonstrations designed to inspire and engage guests of all ages with opportunities for STEM learning. It is one of […]
Please join Society of St. Vincent de Paul or consider sponsoring a walker at the 2024 Friends of The Poor Walk DeKalb/Sycamore, Sept. 28th, 2024, 8:30 am – 11:00 am. This 1.25-mile route will begin and end at the St. Mary Church parking lot, follow sidewalks along Fourth St., Lincoln Hwy. and First St., and […]
The Taste of DeKalb is a fundraising event hosted by the Kishwaukee Sunrise Rotary and includes a variety of food truck options, family friendly activities and live entertainment. Proceeds raised through sponsorships go towards an annual Community Grant for Children, Youth and Families of DeKalb County. There is no admission fee to attend the event […]
Come support the NIU Huskies facing off against the University of Massachusetts at the Huskie Stadium on Saturday, October 5th (time TBA). Find tickets at Football Tickets – NIU Athletics (niuhuskies.com).
The City of Genoa’s annual Harvest Festival is taking place on October 5th in Downtown Genoa! Come enjoy rides, kids crafts and activities, community organization booths, and the Fall Makers’ Market! New this year is a pie eating contest!
Inspired by the Chinese Double Ninth Festival, also known as the Senior Citizen’s Festival, the DeKalb Public Library will celebrate the bonds that unite us across generations. Drop in any time between 2:00 and 3:00 p.m. to drink chrysanthemum tea and make a kite and grandparents day card with Linda Ma, during this special program […]
