Week of Events
Sunday, June 14, 2026
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June 14, 2026 –Sunday at Sandwich Market
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June 14, 2026 –2026 Summer Nationals Hell Tour
Sunday at Sandwich Market
Sunday at Sandwich is a vintage, antique, and handmade goods market held at the Sandwich Fairgrounds! Visitors have a chance to shop for new or repurposed items, consumables, and vintage or handmade goods by local vendors from all over the Midwest.
2026 Summer Nationals Hell Tour
Join the 2026 Summer National Hell Tour at Sycamore Speedway for an exciting night on the best clay track in the Midwest! Divisions:DIRTCar Dirt Late Models($5,000 to Win)Sycamore Street Stock ($1,000 to Win)Sycamore Pure Stock ($500 to Win) Order of Events:1:00PM – Pit Gates OpenAdult Pit Pass – $40Child Pit Pass (ages 5-13) – $20 […]
Monday, June 15, 2026
No events on this day.
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
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June 16, 2026 –2026 Sycamore Farmers Market
2026 Sycamore Farmers Market
The DeKalb County History Center is proud to announce that it will serve as the new host of the Sycamore Farmers Market, beginning with the 2026 season. A vibrant, producer-focused community market celebrating local food, agriculture, and handmade goods. The Sycamore Farmers Market will take place Tuesdays from 3:00–6:00 pm, June 2 through September 1, […]
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
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June 17, 2026 –Music at the Mansion 2026
Music at the Mansion 2026
Grab your friends and family, bring your blankets and chairs, and gather your dancing shoes for some amazing FREE music set against the backdrop of the Ellwood Museum on select Wednesday evenings this summer. The pre-show starts at 6:30 pm, and the headline show is from 7:00 – 8:30 pm. A select menu of beer, […]
Thursday, June 18, 2026
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June 18, 2026 –2026 DeKalb Farmers Market
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June 18, 2026 –Waterman Farmers Market
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June 18, 2026 –Summer Concert Series 2026
2026 DeKalb Farmers Market
Nestled in the heart of downtown DeKalb, Illinois, the DeKalb Farmers Market features a vibrant selection of over 30 local vendors. Enjoy fresh, locally grown produce, colorful flowers, baked goods, olive oil, coffee, and delicious offerings from food trucks. With live music and a variety of unique finds, there’s something for everyone to enjoy! Grab […]
Waterman Farmers Market
Join every Thursday for fresh, local goods! 100 E Adams St, Waterman, IL 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM Fresh produce Baked goods Local honey & more Handmade items Bring the whole family and support local vendors!
Summer Concert Series 2026
Immerse yourself in the magic of live music surrounded by the beauty of nature for an evening of great tunes and togetherness! Bring seating or a blanket. Food from the grill including burgers, hot dogs, and brats as well as snacks, beer, and wine are available for purchase (cash or credit). If a concert is […]
Friday, June 19, 2026
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June 19, 2026 –Friday Night Racing
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June 19, 2026 –Movie in the Park 2026
Friday Night Racing
2026 Weekly Friday Night Racing at Sycamore Speedway! June 12 – Friday Night Racing (Spectator 25 Lapper + 1 on 1 Drags) June 19 – Friday Night Racing (Spectator 25 Lapper + All Class Figure 8) June 26 – Friday Night Racing (Powder Puff 25 Lapper + Hooptie Minivan/Small SUV Demo) July 17 – Friday […]
Movie in the Park 2026
Movie in the Park is back this summer! These events are free to attend and open to all ages, so be sure to mark your calendars and bring the whole family out for a fun night at Knights Park! Concessions open at 7pm. Movies start at dusk: June 19th – Zootopia 2 July 17th – […]
Saturday, June 20, 2026
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June 20, 2026 –Fishing Derby
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June 20, 2026 –Countdown to 250 – Celebrating our Freedom
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June 20, 2026 –Juneteenth Celebration 2026
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Featured June 20, 2026 –Featured DeKalb Pride Fest 2026
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June 20, 2026 –Saturday Night Racing
Fishing Derby
Reel in some fun! Bring your tackle box, poles, and bucket for a morning of fishing- rain or shine! Awards will be given for Longest, Shortest, and Most Caught in youth and adult categories. The Fishing Derby falls on one of Illinois’ free fishing days, so fishing licenses are not required. There will be no […]
Countdown to 250 – Celebrating our Freedom
With Terry Lynch of HFK Presents Terry Lynch leads a tour of previous milestones like the 50th Jubilee, Centennial, Sesquicentennial, and Bicentennial were commemorated as the United States celebrates its 250th birthday!
Juneteenth Celebration 2026
Join New Hope Missionary Baptist Church on Saturday, June 20, 2026, from 12–4 p.m. at Lions Park for the 6th Annual Juneteenth Community Celebration. Celebrate a day rooted in freedom, culture, unity, and community fellowship with live entertainment, vendors, community resources, family activities, and more. They look forward to welcoming the community together for another […]
DeKalb Pride Fest 2026
DeKalb Pride Fest is back on Saturday, June 20th, 2026, to celebrate and connect the LGBTQIA+ community in DeKalb County! Celebrate love, diversity, and equality at Pride Fest 2026 on Saturday, June 20th, from 4-7PM. Join DeKalb Pride in Van Buer Plaza and on 2nd Street in downtown DeKalb for fun and festivities! Whether you […]
Saturday Night Racing
Saturday Night Racing at Sycamore Speedway! June 13 – Saturday Night Racing (Mike Nelms Classic 45 – Pure Stocks $1,000 to Win) June 20 – Saturday Night Racing (PLUS Badger Midgets) July 18 – Saturday Night Racing (PLUS IRA Lightning Sprints) July 25 – Saturday Night Racing (Street Stocks $1,000 to Win + Trackside Party) […]
