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SUMMARY:NIU Homecoming Block Party: Down Home in Downtown DeKalb
DESCRIPTION:NIU students\, faculty\, staff\, alumni and the community are invited to join the Huskies for a free down home celebration in Downtown DeKalb on Lincoln Highway (between 1st and 4th Streets) on Thurs.\, Oct. 2 from 5-8 p.m. \n\n\n\nThe Huskie Homecoming Block Party has something for everyone—kidzone\, classic car show\, March of the Huskies\, pep rally\, food trucks\, live music\, discounts at local businesses and much more! \n\n\n\nCelebrate NIU Homecoming not only during the Block Party\, but all week! Visit niu.edu/homecoming for a full calendar of NIU Homecoming activities. 
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/niu-homecoming-block-party-down-home-in-downtown-dekalb/
LOCATION:Downtown DeKalb\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free Event,Live Music
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SUMMARY:Food Truck Fest 2025
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy this family-friendly event with bar service available! 7 different food trucks and live music will take over the Midwest Sportsplex parking lot on Friday\, October 3 from 5-10PM.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/food-truck-fest-2025/
LOCATION:Midwest Sportsplex\, 212 W Woodlawn Street\, Hinckley\, IL\, 60520\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Live Music
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SUMMARY:A Performance of Music from the Middle East
DESCRIPTION:The DeKalb Public Library is delighted to host an evening of cultural songs\, both traditional and new compositions\, after-hours in the library’s main lobby! \nAboud Agha was born in Syria and immigrated to Boston Mass at the age of twelve. He is an accomplished performer and composer of Arabic and Middle Eastern music. Aboud is a master of the Oud (Middle Eastern lute) and of many vocal styles from this part of the world. He has a master’s degree in musical performance from Northern Illinois University and a doctorate in ethnomusicology from UCLA in California. He now teaches at the American University in Dubai. \nAboud has performed his music solo\, in ensembles and with orchestras in America\, Europe and the Middle East. He returns to visit the Midwest this summer after a concert at the library of congress in Washington D.C. Click here to see Aboud’s many Instagram posts. \nAboud will be accompanied on percussion by DeKalb native Sven Oscar Hansen. Sven was born to Norwegian immigrants in the American Midwest\, where he raised four children and owned a greenhouse and florist shop. Sven has lived and studied in Norway and India and is a certified yoga teacher and sound healer. He creates and performs events incorporating music\, poems\, and sound healing. Sven has studied Vedic science and holds a degree in world literature from Maharishi International University in Fairfield\, Iowa. He lives in DeKalb Illinois. \nThe evening also includes a brief discussion of this ethnic music and their interpretation of it. There will be an opportunity after the show to meet and chat with the artists. \nThis concert is free and open to all. Doors will open at 6:00 and music will begin at 6:30 p.m. No registration is required. \nFor additional information\, please contact Samantha at samanthah@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 1701.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/a-performance-of-music-from-the-middle-east-2/
LOCATION:DeKalb Public Library\, 309 Oak St\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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SUMMARY:KSO Opening Fall Concert: Petrushka and “Moor”
DESCRIPTION:The season opens with the Fall Concert: Petrushka and “Moor” on Saturday\, October 11\, 2025\, at 7:30 pm. A pre-concert talk with Linc Smelser\, KSO music director\, begins at 6:30 pm. This concert is partially supported by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council and is sponsored in part by Ann and James Tucker.  \n\n\n\nThe concert features:  \n\n\n\nPetrushka by Igor Stravinsky\, the colorful ballet suite\, a four-part musical rollercoaster \n\n\n\nSymphony No. 25 by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart—familiar to many from the film Amadeus \n\n\n\nViola Concerto by Béla Bartók\, with special guest soloist Teng Li\, newly appointed principal violist of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/kso-opening-fall-concert-petrushka-and-moor/
LOCATION:Music Building\, Boutell Memorial Concert Hall\, 550 Lucinda Ave\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Live Music
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SUMMARY:After-hours Concert: Mariachi Ensemble
DESCRIPTION:NIU Mariachi is part of the World Music Ensembles at the NIU School of Music.  The ensemble was founded during the 1970’s with its first official concert in 1975 with Dr. Kuo-Huang Han as the first director of the program and Dr. Jui-Ching Wang from 2004. Last Spring of 2025\, the NIU World Music Program celebrated its 50th year anniversary. \nNIU Mariachi started as a student club under the guidance of the then trumpet Professor Christopher Scanlon and students Jair Nuñez and Axel Solorzano. On Fall 2024 they welcomed Mr. Antonio “Tony” Ozuna as the new musical director. Members are full-time students at the School of Music and from other schools. NIU Mariachi specializes in traditional and contemporary repertoire on the Mariachi tradition. \nThis concert is free and open to all. Doors will open at 6:00 and music will begin at 6:30 p.m. No registration is required. \nThis event is sponsored by the Friends of the Library. \nFor additional information\, please contact Samantha at samanthah@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 1701.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/after-hours-concert-mariachi-ensemble/
LOCATION:DeKalb Public Library\, 309 Oak St\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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SUMMARY:Three Times A Lady (with Woody James)
DESCRIPTION:Three incredible female solo artists together called “Three Times A Lady” present the most timeless show in country music with unmatched three-part harmonies to boot. Initially starting out as a just-for-fun tribute to their all-time favorite “Trio” albums (Dolly Parton\, Linda Ronstadt & Emmylou Harris)\, the combo grew artistically as the girls started playing their own original songs and adding in their own trio-inspired covers. Between them they have toured nationwide with the best in the business such as Little Big Town\, Rascal Flatts\, Reba McEntire\, Alan Jackson\, Billy Ray Cyrus\, Lady A\, Alabama and Blake Shelton as well as performing on the Opry 20+ times.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/three-times-a-lady-with-woody-james/
LOCATION:Sandwich Opera House\, 140 E Railroad St\, Sandwich\, IL\, 60548
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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SUMMARY:Dancing Queen: An ABBA Salute
DESCRIPTION:Dancing Queen: An ABBA Salute is the ultimate tribute to the music of ABBA – sure to capture the hearts of fans and audiences of all ages! This live show is full of musical prowess\, fabulous flair and fashion\, and promises a mesmerizing ABBA experience for every Chiquitita\, Super Trouper\, Fernando\, and Dancing Queen around!
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/dancing-queen-an-abba-salute/
LOCATION:Egyptian Theatre\, 135 North 2nd Street\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,LGBTQ Friendly,Live Music
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SUMMARY:Lyyra-Women's Vocal Ensemble
DESCRIPTION:“Lyyra is redefining the role of upper-voice ensembles in the choral landscape\, highlighting the astonishing capabilities of women’s vocal artistry.” \n\n\n\nNIU School of Music is thrilled to welcome Lyyra — the all-women vocal ensemble from the VOCES8 Foundation — to campus on Thursday\, Oct. 23 at 7 p.m. at Boutell Memorial Concert Hall!
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/lyyra-womens-vocal-ensemble/
LOCATION:Music Building\, Boutell Memorial Concert Hall\, 550 Lucinda Ave\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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SUMMARY:Beatles vs Stones - A Musical Showdown
DESCRIPTION:The two greatest rock ‘n’ roll bands of all time face off as Yoshis hosts Beatles vs. Stones – A Musical Showdown. Taking the side of the Fab Four is Abbey Road\, one of the country’s top Beatles tribute bands. With brilliant musicianship and authentic costumes and gear\, Abbey Road plays beloved songs spanning the Beatles’ career. They engage in a musical “showdown” of the hits against premier Stones tribute band Satisfaction – The International Rolling Stones Show\, who offer a faithful rendition of the music and style of Mick Jagger\, Keith Richards and the bad boys of the British Invasion.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/beatles-vs-stones-a-musical-showdown/
LOCATION:Egyptian Theatre\, 135 North 2nd Street\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251025T200000
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SUMMARY:Heartache Tonight - A Tribute To The Eagles
DESCRIPTION:Chicagoland’s premier tribute to The Eagles\, Heartache Tonight\, is coming to The Sandwich Opera House in Sandwich\, IL on Saturday October 25\, 2025\, for an evening of the Eagles hits you know and love. \n\n\n\nDoors Open at 7pm – Show Starts at 8pm – This is an All-Ages Event
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/heartache-tonight-a-tribute-to-the-eagles/
LOCATION:Sandwich Opera House\, 140 E Railroad St\, Sandwich\, IL\, 60548
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Live Music
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SUMMARY:The Texas Tenors
DESCRIPTION:The Texas Tenors are the most successful music group and third highest selling artist in the history of America’s Got Talent!  Since appearing on the series in 2009\, JC\, Marcus and John have released 5 studio albums\, 3 PBS Specials\, 5 DVDs\, multiple singles and 2 children’s books that have earned them impressive recognition including 3 Emmy Awards\, The Gelett Burgess Award for Excellence in Children’s Literature and the distinction of being Billboard Magazine’s #10 Classical Artist in the World.  \n\n\n\nThe tenors’ most recent albums “Outside the Lines”\, “Rise” and “A Collection of Broadway and American Classics” all debuted at #1 on the Billboard Charts. These classically trained\, versatile tenors have performed more than 2500 concerts around the world including headline shows in Las Vegas\, China and a 24-city tour of the United Kingdom. Recently they were honored to be included among the top 50 acts in the world and the only vocal group from the United States invited to appear on NBC’s America’s Got Talent: The Champions\, All-stars edition.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/the-texas-tenors/
LOCATION:Egyptian Theatre\, 135 North 2nd Street\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251030T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251030T183000
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SUMMARY:KSO Free Halloween Concert
DESCRIPTION:Join the KSO and guest conductor Kirk Lundbeck in Boo-tell Hall for a performance of Halloween favorites and enjoy seeing your favorite orchestra musicians in costume. No tickets are required for these free\, family-friendly concerts. This concert is partially supported by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/kso-free-halloween-concerts/2025-10-30/1/
LOCATION:Music Building\, Boutell Memorial Concert Hall\, 550 Lucinda Ave\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251030T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251030T203000
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SUMMARY:KSO Free Halloween Concert
DESCRIPTION:Join the KSO and guest conductor Kirk Lundbeck in Boo-tell Hall for a performance of Halloween favorites and enjoy seeing your favorite orchestra musicians in costume. No tickets are required for these free\, family-friendly concerts. This concert is partially supported by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/kso-free-halloween-concerts/2025-10-30/2/
LOCATION:Music Building\, Boutell Memorial Concert Hall\, 550 Lucinda Ave\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Live Music
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