The Celebration Chorale announces its upcoming annual patriotic cantata, “Prayers for the Nations” which will be presented at 7:00 p.m. Friday and Saturday, June 28th and 29th, and Sunday, June 30th at 3:00 p.m. The production will be held at First United Methodist Church, 2501 North Annie Glidden Road in DeKalb. “Prayers for the Nations” […]
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 Village of Shabbona’s 4th of July parade and festival is an annual event. Start your day off with the Shabbona Fire Protection District’s pancake breakfast at the Fire Barn from 7am-11am, then mosey around Purdy Park and check out all the vendors beginning at 8am. Stick around and view the parade kicking off at […]
Looking to lend a helping hand? DeKalb County Community Gardens needs your help in the garden! Exercise your green thumb by helping the community. Tour the garden, taste veggies and herbs, and volunteer in the DeKalb County Community Gardens/Northwestern Medicine Garden assisting with: Watering plants Seeding and planting veggies Harvesting for DCCG Distribution Weeding The […]
With a passion for music, Katie Kostner plays the guitar and ukulele, writes music, and sings with a vocal range that suits a wide variety of styles, from Broadway to current pop, rock, folk, country and beyond! Covering artists such as Adele, The Beatles, Taylor Swift, Elvis, P!NK, Dolly Parton, The Rolling Stones, Kelly Clarkson, […]
Concerts begin at 7:30 pm at the Dee Palmer Bandshell in Hopkins Park • FREE! Join the DeKalb Park District for the 170th season of DeKalb Municipal Band Concerts on select Tuesday nights this summer!Visit dekalbparkdistrict.com/calendar for featured vocalists and more concert details. No concert on Tuesday, July 2, but join them for the Star-Spangled Spectacular […]
Chris Vallillo performs his new one-man show, “Forgottonia, An Intimate Portrait of Rural Illinois” featuring music he wrote over the last 35 years based on his experiences as a folklorist and songwriter in rural Illinois. Vallillo has spent the past 35 years documenting and preserving the heritage of Western Illinois: the land lovingly called Forgottonia. […]
Free concerts at 7pm on select Wednesdays at the Ellwood House! Summer nights in DeKalb just got a whole lot better! Join DeKalb Park District for FREE music, good vibes, and great company on select Wednesday evenings this summer with Music at the Mansion. Bring your blankets, chairs, and dancing shoes – it’s going to […]
Imaginations soar when watching an ordinary balloon transform into an extraordinary animal, shape, or figure. Just as a good book captivates the minds of its readers, Magical Balloon-dude Dale’s balloon show uses art and creativity to capture imagination. Enjoy light comedy and awe-inspiring balloon art with Magical Balloon-dude Dale as he performs the Art of […]
Join the DeKalb Park District on select Fridays, 1:00-3:00 pm at Welsh Park for FREE fun in the sun at the Splash Pad!
Come out the second Friday of each month this summer for a FREE outdoor movie experience! Family-friendly movies are shown on a giant inflatable movie screen near the Hopkins Park Band Shell. The show starts when nature turns off the lights! June 14 – Encanto (PG) July 12 – Kung Fu Panda (PG) August 9 […]
On Saturday, July 13, more than 60 agencies across the state will support Unplug Illinois Day by holding events encouraging people throughout Illinois to ditch their electronic devices and “unplug” to enjoy everything their local park, recreation, and conservation agencies offer. Come by to enjoy water activities, a dunk tank, and water inflatables. Meet by […]
Don’t miss out on the fun at Water Mania Days! From 3-5 pm, the DeKalb Park District has a variety of activities lined up for you, including mini boat races, crafts, sports games, and, of course, water activities. Join them and explore our different parks! Monday, July 15- Lions Park: Tie-Dye Day! Bring your own […]
Rock out on select Tuesdays at the Hopkins Park Bandshell this summer! FREE Nanny Nikki – June 11th – Grammy®-Nominated Artist who loves to bring life to classic children’s songs and her original music. Join her for a high-energy, interactive musical show that includes sing-along songs, dancing, puppets, and more! Jeanie B! – July 16th […]
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 Hinckley Historical Society invites the public to its summer band concert series at the Hinckley Community Building Park. The free concerts from 6 to 8 p.m. feature a variety of music in a Ravinia Style setting at 100 N Maple Street, Hinckley. Bring your lawn chair, snacks, and enjoy the small town atmosphere. On […]
Come join the summertime fun at Family Fun Fest in Hopkins Park on Wednesday, July 17th! This free-to-attend event is packed with family-friendly activities, swag, and giveaways for everyone to enjoy. Tamales Los Girasoles (formerly Tinez Tacos) will also be on site for a bite to eat. Meet and connect with local businesses and organizations […]
Free concerts at 7pm on select Wednesdays at the Ellwood House! Summer nights in DeKalb just got a whole lot better! Join DeKalb Park District for FREE music, good vibes, and great company on select Wednesday evenings this summer with Music at the Mansion. Bring your blankets, chairs, and dancing shoes – it’s going to […]
Step into the whimsical world of Artist-Magician Dan Gogh, where comedy, magic, and art converge to unlock the mystery of creativity. With Dan as your guide, prepare for a captivating adventure through wacky colors, magical drawings, and art tools that have a mind of their own. Reading is a huge component of this special show, […]
Don’t miss out on the fun at Water Mania Days! From 3-5 pm, the DeKalb Park District has a variety of activities lined up for you, including mini boat races, crafts, sports games, and, of course, water activities. Join them and explore our different parks! Monday, July 15- Lions Park: Tie-Dye Day! Bring your own […]
Movie in the Park is back this summer! These events are free to attend, so be sure to mark your calendars and bring the whole family out for a fun night at Knights Park! Concessions open at 7pm. This is a community event for all ages. Movies start at dusk: June 21st – The Super […]
Get the kids active this summer with a free beginner skateboard activity at the Fargo Indoor Skate Park! Join Miss Stormy and Fargo owner, Ariel Ries, for a fun-filled program featuring a story time and craft, a high-flying, dare-devil skate demo by the professionals, and instruction on safety and rules for both indoor & outdoor […]
Get the kids active this summer with a free beginner skateboard activity at the Fargo Indoor Skate Park! Join Miss Stormy and Fargo owner, Ariel Ries, for a fun-filled program featuring a story time and craft, a high-flying, dare-devil skate demo by the professionals, and instruction on safety and rules for both indoor & outdoor […]
From 5 to 7 p.m. on Sunday, July 21, the Joseph F. Glidden Homestead and Historical Center welcomes the public to picnic on the historic grounds. Pack a blanket and picnic basket with food, and bring your family and friends to the Homestead, located at 921 W. Lincoln Highway in DeKalb. Enjoy an evening of […]
Concerts begin at 7:30 pm at the Dee Palmer Bandshell in Hopkins Park • FREE! Join the DeKalb Park District for the 170th season of DeKalb Municipal Band Concerts on select Tuesday nights this summer!Visit dekalbparkdistrict.com/calendar for featured vocalists and more concert details. No concert on Tuesday, July 2, but join them for the Star-Spangled Spectacular […]
Free concerts at 7pm on select Wednesdays at the Ellwood House! Summer nights in DeKalb just got a whole lot better! Join DeKalb Park District for FREE music, good vibes, and great company on select Wednesday evenings this summer with Music at the Mansion. Bring your blankets, chairs, and dancing shoes – it’s going to […]
Immerse yourself in the magic of live music surrounded by the beauty of nature for an evening of great tunes and togetherness! FREE. 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).
Join the DeKalb Park District on select Fridays, 1:00-3:00 pm at Welsh Park for FREE fun in the sun at the Splash Pad!
Sycamore’s favorite car show! Free to spectators all day 7AM-3PM.
Don’t miss out on the fun at Water Mania Days! From 3-5 pm, the DeKalb Park District has a variety of activities lined up for you, including mini boat races, crafts, sports games, and, of course, water activities. Join them and explore our different parks! Monday, July 15- Lions Park: Tie-Dye Day! Bring your own […]
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!
Concerts begin at 7:30 pm at the Dee Palmer Bandshell in Hopkins Park • FREE! Join the DeKalb Park District for the 170th season of DeKalb Municipal Band Concerts on select Tuesday nights this summer!Visit dekalbparkdistrict.com/calendar for featured vocalists and more concert details. No concert on Tuesday, July 2, but join them for the Star-Spangled Spectacular […]
Don’t miss out on the fun at Water Mania Days! From 3-5 pm, the DeKalb Park District has a variety of activities lined up for you, including mini boat races, crafts, sports games, and, of course, water activities. Join them and explore our different parks! Monday, July 15- Lions Park: Tie-Dye Day! Bring your own […]
DeKalb Township is partnering with the Illinois Tollway to host an event for residents to recycle and swap out their I-PASS transponders in favor of the new I-PASS stickers. This event offers an opportunity for attendees to safely recycle their lithium-containing transponders. Participants also will receive an I-PASS account credit equivalent to the amount of […]
Jazz in Progress joins the DeKalb Public Library for an after-hours concert that will feature different styles of big band and modern jazz music in the library’s main lobby! Jazz in Progress (JIP) organized in 2012 to encourage local musicians to play jazz in support of its mission of musical, charitable, and educational purposes to […]
It’s been a fantastic summer at the DeKalb Public Library. For their final program weekend, they want to celebrate your child’s amazing reading achievements! After picking up any last prizes in the children’s department, take a swing at a round of mini golf, featuring this summer’s reading theme, “Read, Renew, Repeat”. No registration is required. […]
