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 […]
Experience the beauty of art amongst the wonder of nature! View and purchase art, enjoy food trucks, activities, and more!
Treat your family to an evening of mind-blowing magic and comedy that gets the whole audience into the act. You’ll be stunned and amazed as master illusionist David Caserta has people levitating, disappearing, and reappearing right before your eyes. You will witness never before seen illusions that have been created just for this show. Watch the unbelievable happen! […]
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!
Are you Ready for It? 102.3 The Coyote welcomes Burning Red: A Tribute To Taylor Swift – the Ultimate Live Band Taylor Sing-Along Party! A show BY Swifties and FOR Swifties, Burning Red plays the hits and fan favorites from every single Taylor era so you can Shake it Off to the songs you know All Too […]
Come and join MJ&Crew to discover the many treasures and custom creations their vendors bring to you. They also have food truck vendors on-site as well as games and live music. While in town, visit all the boutique stops and antique shops that Sandwich, IL has to offer! See our dates for the upcoming 2023 […]
Local fans, students, faculty, staff and alumni are invited to join the Huskies for a down home celebration in downtown DeKalb. The Huskie Homecoming Block Party has something for everyone—kidzone, classic car show, March of the Huskies, pep rally, food trucks, discounts at local businesses and much more!
Support the NIU Huskies at the 117th NIU Homecoming football game against the University of Toledo on Saturday, October 19th at 2:30PM! Find tickets at Football Tickets – NIU Athletics (niuhuskies.com).
Free outdoor concert sponsored by The Brown Pub. Fundraiser for the Hinckley Festival Association supporting the Hinckley Fireworks/Good Time for All Festival. Enjoy a beautiful fall afternoon sipping a relaxing drink while listing to great tunes and support a great cause! Outdoor concert from Beauty & The Beats, magician for additional entertainment, and outdoor fun. […]
Join Cortland for an afternoon of Trunk or Treating, crafts, games, and more!
Bring the family to Trunk or Treat at Northern Illinois Dance Center, 2180 Oakland Drive, Sycamore, IL, on October 20th from 1-3 PM. Get some candy and see some great local businesses and vendors.
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 Sycamore Pumpkin Festival takes place in downtown Sycamore, Illinois, near the corners of Main & State Street, with many of the festivities happening on the courthouse lawn and surrounding town square. It is a community celebration, showcasing Sycamore not-for-profit organizations and providing a weekend of Halloween fun for all! The festival has over 1000 entries […]
Join the opening ceremony and giant cake cutting kicking off the Sycamore Pumpkin Festival! North Maple Street adjacent to the Courthouse. Cake compliments of HyVee.
Shop unique items from DeKalb County craft vendors and meet the nonprofit organizations that support our community! There will be 3 shows, ACS – Cornerstone Craft Show, Autumn Craft/Treasures Market, and the United Methodist Church Craft Show! Locations and times are listed below. ACS – Cornerstone Craft Show355 N. Cross St.Saturday – 9 am to […]
Get your Spooky on! Enter the costume contest for Scariest Costume, Funniest Costume, or Most Original Costume at Hidden Treasures & More. Win prizes donated by local businesses and enjoy specially created drinks to-go by our local restaurants & bars while perusing the spooky offerings in Downtown shops!
Spend a spine-tingling evening in the parlor of Edgar Allen Poe as he recounts the tormented true tales of his life and how they led to his classic tales of terror. Do not look away as the father of the modern horror story reveals the darkness that lurks in us all, taking us on a […]
See all the creatively decorated pumpkins featured at the Sycamore Lions Club Pumpkin Display and cheer on the giant pumpkin contest winners! This year’s theme is “Pumpkins Around the World”.
Trick-or-Treat your way around the world! Sweet tooths of all ages are invited to go on an international candy quest at the DeKalb Public Library, gathering and sampling different confections at each library desk. Stop by the Circulation Desk, the Adult Reference Desk, the Tech Desk, and the Youth Reference Desk to find each candy. […]
Harvest Moon Hayrides – 6:00-8:00pmEnjoy a family night of fall fun! Free hayrides, popcorn, hot chocolate, and a campfire. Kids Pumpkin Contest:For kids ages 16 & under. Submit a decorated pumpkin before 6:30pm, the public will vote from 7-8. Prizes will be awarded for best overall, scariest, and silliest pumpkin. Winners announced following the egg […]
Wrap up the festive weekend with one of Illinois’ biggest parades lasting 90 minutes! The Sycamore Pumpkin Festival Parade showcases local not-for-profit organizations, businesses, marching bands, dancers, other talent, and more throughout Sycamore! The parade will start at the corner of Somonauk Street and Borden Avenue.
Celebrate Halloween by trick-or-treating in Downtown DeKalb for the 27th Annual Spooktacular! Invite your friends and family to put on their costumes and trick-or-treat at over 20 Downtown DeKalb businesses from 4-6PM on Tuesday, October 29th. After trick-or-treating, the Egyptian Theatre will be offering a FREE movie showing of ‘Scooby-Doo: The Movie’ (2002) at 6PM […]
Young children are invited to join our Halloween Parade through the Children’s Department, with a few stops at various points to “trick-or-treat.” Come in costume and join the parade! No registration is required. For additional information, please contact Theresa at theresaw@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.
Young children are invited to join our Halloween Parade through the Children’s Department, with a few stops at various points to “trick-or-treat.” Come in costume and join the parade! No registration is required. For additional information, please contact Theresa at theresaw@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.
After DeKalb Public Library’s pre-school Halloween parade in the Youth Department, CREEP on down to the lower level for more SPOOKY fun! Get your GLOW-on and play Black Light Mini-Golf! Supplies for this program were, in part, supplied by Delano’s Home Decorating in DeKalb. This program is intended for children and families. All minors must […]
After DeKalb Public Library’s pre-school Halloween parade in the Youth Department, CREEP on down to the lower level for more SPOOKY fun! Get your GLOW-on and play Black Light Mini-Golf! Supplies for this program were, in part, supplied by Delano’s Home Decorating in DeKalb. This program is intended for children and families. All minors must […]
After DeKalb Public Library’s pre-school Halloween parade in the Youth Department, CREEP on down to the lower level for more SPOOKY fun! Get your GLOW-on and play Black Light Mini-Golf! Supplies for this program were, in part, supplied by Delano’s Home Decorating in DeKalb. This program is intended for children and families. All minors must […]
After DeKalb Public Library’s pre-school Halloween parade in the Youth Department, CREEP on down to the lower level for more SPOOKY fun! Get your GLOW-on and play Black Light Mini-Golf! Supplies for this program were, in part, supplied by Delano’s Home Decorating in DeKalb. This program is intended for children and families. All minors must […]
Think Floyd USA celebrates the music of Pink Floyd with a full-production tribute performance that showcases an energetic and phenomenally gifted cast alongside mesmerizing lights and video. Featuring nine passionate musicians and vocalists, Think Floyd USA includes several dedicated founding members who began the journey together in 2004. Deemed “absolutely amazing…the best Pink Floyd tribute […]
Fill the streets of beautiful Downtown DeKalb, as they celebrate the second annual DeKalb Day of the Dead “Celebration of Life”! This festival is organized by Downtown merchants, small businesses from DeKalb County, NIU, and amazing community members. Learn more about this vibrant holiday with an educational celebration for the whole family to enjoy. Celebrate […]
Check out the Makers and Bakers Holiday Market, a one-of-a-kind holiday market celebrating the talents of local artists, crafters, bakers, and artisans. This festive event offers more than just shopping—it’s a vibrant community gathering with live music, delicious food trucks, and the chance to win big in a 50/50 raffle. Whether you’re searching for unique […]
Celebrate Día de los Muertos at the Sycamore Public Library! Adults are welcome to drop in any time between 10-11:30am to watch Coco and celebrate Day of the Dead by decorating real sugar skulls with royal icing. Kids and Teens are invited to drop-in to the youth department to make a tiny Ofrenda to take home from […]
