Destination Shabbona Farmer and Artisan Market
Shabbona Farmers Market 212 W Comanche Ave, Shabbona, ILLocally produced vegetables, baked goods, honey, salsa, hand crafted items and more. Saturdays, 8am - 1pm. Downtown Shabbona. Rt. 30 & Nokomis St. - Downtown Shabbona
DeKalb County Barn Tour
Join us for a day in the country! The DeKalb County Barn Tour is a relaxing, self-guided tour full of history and unique stories of what life is like away from the hustle and bustle of urban life. Spend time with history experts and learn about the families who lived and worked the farms on […]
50 Men Who Cook
BARSEMA ALUMNI AND VISITORS CENTER, NIU 231 N Annie Glidden Rd, DeKalb, ILWe're back! Support CASA at the 17th annual 50 Men Who Cook on August 14 from 6-9 PM at the Barsema Alumni & Visitors Center! Join us for an evening of over 50 home-cooked favorites, a cash bar, entertainment, and raffle prizes! All proceeds from this unique event benefit CASA DeKalb County and their advocacy […]
Sycamore Farmers Market
Blumen Gardens 403 Edward St, Sycamore, ILShop for locally grown just-picked produce, fresh from the farm. We are one of the few authentic farmers markets in our area. Our mission is to bring our farmers and community together. At our markets you can be assured that you are only buying direct from the farmers. You are able to talk with each […]
Music in the Park
Veteran's Park Gazebo 143 E. Railroad Street, SandwichStarting May 26th, 2021 and running every Wednesday through August 25th 2021, we have "Music in the Park" downtown Sandwich at the Gazebo across the street from the Opera House! It is a FREE event and open to the public. There will be a different band playing each week - with music ranging from bluegrass […]
Evening for Habitat: Dekalb County Pheasants Forever Annual Banquet
Fatty's Pub and Grille 1312 W Lincoln Hwy,, DeKalb, ILThe Dekalb County Chapter of Pheasants Forever hosts one of the most exciting and best attended conservation banquets in northern Illinois every year. Come join us at Fatty's Pub & Grill for a fun night, a great meal, and a very good chance at winning a quality firearm. Our live and silent auctions are also […]
DeKalb Farmers Market
Downtown DeKalb DeKalb, ILThe market is open every Thursday from 10am-2pm June through September in Van Buer Plaza in Downtown DeKalb. Local vendors provide fresh produce, baked sweets, craft goods, coffee, and hot lunch from food trucks. The market accepts cash, credit and Link.
Happy Together Tour 2021
Egyptian Theatre 135 North 2nd Street, DeKalb, IL2021 will mark the twelfth year of the highly-successful, hit-filled summer package tour, HAPPY TOGETHER. The touring sensation that has criss-crossed the nation delighting audiences for a decade returns this summer with a show full of chart-topping hits from the ‘60s and ‘70s – Undeniable FORTY solid gold smashes. The tour is once again headlined […]
Destination Shabbona Farmer and Artisan Market
Shabbona Farmers Market 212 W Comanche Ave, Shabbona, ILLocally produced vegetables, baked goods, honey, salsa, hand crafted items and more. Saturdays, 8am - 1pm. Downtown Shabbona. Rt. 30 & Nokomis St. - Downtown Shabbona
Cruisin’ to Genoa Car Show
Genoa, IL Genoa, IllinoisDowntown Genoa August 21, 2021 Registration at 10:00am Pre-paid registration fee - $10 thru (8/19) $15 day of show Over 30 trophies awarded, 4:00pm trophy presentation for more information or to register, visit genoaareachamber.com or call 815-748-2212
Sycamore Farmers Market
Blumen Gardens 403 Edward St, Sycamore, ILShop for locally grown just-picked produce, fresh from the farm. We are one of the few authentic farmers markets in our area. Our mission is to bring our farmers and community together. At our markets you can be assured that you are only buying direct from the farmers. You are able to talk with each […]
Music in the Park
Veteran's Park Gazebo 143 E. Railroad Street, SandwichStarting May 26th, 2021 and running every Wednesday through August 25th 2021, we have "Music in the Park" downtown Sandwich at the Gazebo across the street from the Opera House! It is a FREE event and open to the public. There will be a different band playing each week - with music ranging from bluegrass […]
DeKalb Farmers Market
Downtown DeKalb DeKalb, ILThe market is open every Thursday from 10am-2pm June through September in Van Buer Plaza in Downtown DeKalb. Local vendors provide fresh produce, baked sweets, craft goods, coffee, and hot lunch from food trucks. The market accepts cash, credit and Link.
Corn Fest
Downtown DeKalb DeKalb, ILCorn Fest is one of the last remaining free music festivals among Illinois music festivals and summer festivals. Celebrating its 43rd year the festival will be held in downtown DeKalb on Lincoln Hwy. between 1st and 4th St. All shows are free to the public and there is a $5 admission fee into the soundstage […]
Comedy Night at Whiskey Acres
Whiskey Acres 11504 Keslinger Rd, DeKalb, ILJoin Whiskey Acres on August 27th for an evening of laughs and libations featuring comedy by Pat Tomasulo. About this event Price of admission includes comedy show, 2 cocktails, tax and gratuity. This is an outdoor only event. Event will be cancelled and tickets refunded if weather is inclement. "Doors" open at 8:30 PM (you […]
Destination Shabbona Farmer and Artisan Market
Shabbona Farmers Market 212 W Comanche Ave, Shabbona, ILLocally produced vegetables, baked goods, honey, salsa, hand crafted items and more. Saturdays, 8am - 1pm. Downtown Shabbona. Rt. 30 & Nokomis St. - Downtown Shabbona
Midwest Baggers Cornhole Tournament
Downtown DeKalb DeKalb, ILMidwest Baggers Cornhole Tournament at DeKalb Cornfest We'll do pool play to start, with all teams getting at least 3 games in pool play. After pool play, we'll break into Bracket play with a Competitive Bracket and a Social Bracket. We'll do double elimination in both brackets, so every team is guaranteed at least 5 […]
Sycamore Ribs, Rhythm & Brews Fest
Bigger and better than ever! More ribs, beer and music! The Fest will be held Saturday, August 28, 2021 from 5:00 to 11:00pm downtown, Sycamore on Elm Street and City Lot 1 & 2. RR&B Fest consists of award-winning rib vendors from across the region, craft beer, and crowd-pleasing musical entertainment from headliner, Back Country […]
The Rocky Horror Picture Show
Egyptian Theatre 135 North 2nd Street, DeKalb, ILFeaturing the live shadow cast of "Irrational Masters". The Rocky Horror Picture Show is an outrageous assemblage of the most stereo-typed science fiction movies, Marvel comics, Frankie Avalon/Annette Funicello outings and rock 'n' roll of every vintage. Running through the story is the sexual confusion of two middle American Ike Age kids confronted by the […]
Picnic in the Park: Victorian Tea Party
Ellwood House 420 Linden Place, DeKalb, ILYouth programs are back at the Ellwood House Museum! Join us one Sunday each month for a "Picnic in the Park" — June 27: Victorian Tea Party July 25: Birds of a Feather August 29: Architecture Adventure September 19: History Detectives — Bring a lawn chair or blanket, a picnic lunch, and some friends to […]
Sycamore Farmers Market
Blumen Gardens 403 Edward St, Sycamore, ILShop for locally grown just-picked produce, fresh from the farm. We are one of the few authentic farmers markets in our area. Our mission is to bring our farmers and community together. At our markets you can be assured that you are only buying direct from the farmers. You are able to talk with each […]
Teens to Wellness: Anxiety and School Pressures
DeKalb Public Library 309 Oak St, DeKalb, ILThis free 4-week series will talk about common things that all teens face. Each week with discuss a new topic: anxiety and social pressures, gender expression and identity, healthy relationships, and career paths. Feel free to attend one or all of the programs. Engage with YSB therapists as they explore these challenges your teens face […]
DeKalb Farmers Market
Downtown DeKalb DeKalb, ILThe market is open every Thursday from 10am-2pm June through September in Van Buer Plaza in Downtown DeKalb. Local vendors provide fresh produce, baked sweets, craft goods, coffee, and hot lunch from food trucks. The market accepts cash, credit and Link.
Destination Shabbona Farmer and Artisan Market
Shabbona Farmers Market 212 W Comanche Ave, Shabbona, ILLocally produced vegetables, baked goods, honey, salsa, hand crafted items and more. Saturdays, 8am - 1pm. Downtown Shabbona. Rt. 30 & Nokomis St. - Downtown Shabbona
Sycamore Farmers Market
Blumen Gardens 403 Edward St, Sycamore, ILShop for locally grown just-picked produce, fresh from the farm. We are one of the few authentic farmers markets in our area. Our mission is to bring our farmers and community together. At our markets you can be assured that you are only buying direct from the farmers. You are able to talk with each […]
Sandwich Fair
Sandwich Fair Grounds 15730 Pratt Road, Sandwich, ILThe Sandwich Fair, first started as an annual livestock show in DeKalb County. Held yearly, Wednesday–Sunday after Labor Day since 1888, it is one of the oldest continuing county fairs in the state of Illinois. Large crowds stroll throughout the beautiful tree lined grounds, all five days of the fair, which has something of interest […]
DeKalb Farmers Market
Downtown DeKalb DeKalb, ILThe market is open every Thursday from 10am-2pm June through September in Van Buer Plaza in Downtown DeKalb. Local vendors provide fresh produce, baked sweets, craft goods, coffee, and hot lunch from food trucks. The market accepts cash, credit and Link.
Rumble on the River – Lucha Libre Wrestling
Carroll Memorial ParkWhen: Friday, September 10 - Gates open at 6:00 p.m., Event 7:00 - 10:00 p.m. Where: Carroll Memorial Park, Genoa, IL Tickets: $15.00 Adult/$8.00 kids 5-12, 4 and under free - also available on-site the day of the event. Order your tickets here The Genoa Area Chamber of Commerce and the Kishwaukee Valley Wanderers […]
Destination Shabbona Farmer and Artisan Market
Shabbona Farmers Market 212 W Comanche Ave, Shabbona, ILLocally produced vegetables, baked goods, honey, salsa, hand crafted items and more. Saturdays, 8am - 1pm. Downtown Shabbona. Rt. 30 & Nokomis St. - Downtown Shabbona
Saturday Volksmarch 6K/10K Fun and Fitness Walk
Carroll Memorial ParkWhen: Saturday, September 11 Start between 8:00 - 11:00 a.m Finish by 2:00 p.m. Where: Carroll Memorial Park, Genoa, IL Cost: Free event Volksmarch means "people's march" in German. It is a non-competitive fitness walk of either 6k or 10K. The path winds along the beautiful Kishwaukee River and through Genoa. You are […]
Biergarten Craft Beer and Wine Festival
Carroll Memorial ParkWhen: Saturday, September 11 VIP starts at 2:00 p.m. General Admission starts at 3:30 p.m. Tickets: General Admission $25 Table $350 (8 seats per table) Join the Kishwaukee Valley Wanderers for the best local festival of the fall […]
Yellow Brick Road: A Tribute to Elton John
Egyptian Theatre 135 North 2nd Street, DeKalb, ILThere is no other performer who looks and sounds so much like Elton John, nor any tribute act that provides the experience of being at an actual Elton John concert, the way Gerald Brann and Yellow Brick Road does. Brann not only bears an uncanny resemblance to the international superstar, complete with his mannerisms and […]
Great Genoa Duck Race
Carroll Memorial ParkWhen: Sunday, September 12 - 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. Where: Carroll Memorial Park, Genoa, IL The event is bigger and better than ever this year, and will include music from the G-K Marching Band and local D.J. legend Jake Wesner. Also featured will be jump houses, face painting, a hula-hoop contest and even […]
Artist + Maker Market
Blumen Gardens 403 Edward St, Sycamore, ILJoin Blumen Gardens for their Artist + Maker Market 11-2pm! Shop multiple local artists and makers. June 6th, July 11th, August 8th, September 19th
Kite Fest
DeKalb Kiwanas Park South 4th Street & Fairview, DeKalb, ILTime: 11:00 AM Location: DeKalb Kiwanis Park, South 4th Street & Fairview The DeKalb Park District is excited to once again host the annual Kite Fest! This is a FREE event. Kite Fest is a great way to enjoy the outdoors and see amazing kites! Demonstrate your own flying abilities and watch as our pilots […]
Sycamore Farmers Market
Blumen Gardens 403 Edward St, Sycamore, ILShop for locally grown just-picked produce, fresh from the farm. We are one of the few authentic farmers markets in our area. Our mission is to bring our farmers and community together. At our markets you can be assured that you are only buying direct from the farmers. You are able to talk with each […]
DeKalb Farmers Market
Downtown DeKalb DeKalb, ILThe market is open every Thursday from 10am-2pm June through September in Van Buer Plaza in Downtown DeKalb. Local vendors provide fresh produce, baked sweets, craft goods, coffee, and hot lunch from food trucks. The market accepts cash, credit and Link.
Destination Shabbona Farmer and Artisan Market
Shabbona Farmers Market 212 W Comanche Ave, Shabbona, ILLocally produced vegetables, baked goods, honey, salsa, hand crafted items and more. Saturdays, 8am - 1pm. Downtown Shabbona. Rt. 30 & Nokomis St. - Downtown Shabbona
Friends of the Poor Walk
St. Vincent DePaul 302 Fisk Avenue, DeKalb, ILJoin the Friends of the Poor as they walk through DeKalb's historic district and downtown. The 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 not require crossing any busy streets. Check-in will begin at 8:30 a.m. at the west […]
Back Alley Market
Palmer Ct. DeKalb, ILOver 60 vendors! Vintage, Retro, handcrafted candles, oils, lotions, jewelry, repurposed upcycled, live music, drinks, food, and so much more! Visit downtown DeKalb for a fun funky Market. This is a boho, relaxed, and fun event with a variety of different vendors and wares. From artists to natural health and everything in between. Enjoy some […]
Wine on the Terrace
Ellwood House 420 Linden Place, DeKalb, ILOn Saturday, September 18 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM, the Ellwood House Museum will host its annual fall fundraiser, Wine on the Terrace. This outdoor event is generously sponsored by Resource Bank. The Ellwood House terraces and gardens offer a picturesque setting for an evening of fine wine, unique appetizers, desserts, and live music. […]
Jonamac Orchard Corn Crawl
Jonamac Orchard 19412 Shabbona Rd, Malta, ILHead to the Cider House for an After Hours event! Enjoy their inaugural Corn Crawl event this Saturday! Friends from The Forge Brew House & Byers Brewing Company are hiding out in our maze along with our Cider House staff to supply you with delicious brews as you explore the maze. We will also have […]
The Big Sing @ The Egyptian Theatre
Egyptian Theatre 135 North 2nd Street, DeKalb, ILDeKalb, IL - A live choral concert with a chance for the community to sing-a-long at various points, promises to be a fun-filled afternoon at the newly renovated Egyptian Theatre, September 19th at 3 p.m. “The Big Sing” features local choral ensembles Cor Cantiamo, the Northern Illinois University Concert Choir and the concert choirs from […]
Superhero Challenge
Sycamore Park District 480 S. Airport Road, Sycamore, ILKids love to run, play, and pretend to be superheroes. Give them the chance to do all three and plant the seeds for a lifetime of healthy habits and character! Preschoolers - 5th Grade Resident $12/Nonresident $15 Additional Sibling: Resident $9/Nonresident $12 Registration Deadline: September 12 Participants who register in advance are guaranteed a T-shirt […]
Sycamore Farmers Market
Blumen Gardens 403 Edward St, Sycamore, ILShop for locally grown just-picked produce, fresh from the farm. We are one of the few authentic farmers markets in our area. Our mission is to bring our farmers and community together. At our markets you can be assured that you are only buying direct from the farmers. You are able to talk with each […]
History of DeKalb County in 100 Objects Exhibit Opening
DeKalb County History Center 1730 N. Main Street, Sycamore, ILThe DeKalb County History Center is excited to announce the Grand Opening of the long-anticipated exhibit "The History of DeKalb County in 100 Objects." The opening is scheduled for Saturday, October 2 from 10:00 – 4:00 p.m. With over 4,500 objects (not including photos, books, or archival materials) in the History Center’s collection, selecting 100 […]
DeKalb Farmers Market
Downtown DeKalb DeKalb, ILThe market is open every Thursday from 10am-2pm June through September in Van Buer Plaza in Downtown DeKalb. Local vendors provide fresh produce, baked sweets, craft goods, coffee, and hot lunch from food trucks. The market accepts cash, credit and Link.
Destination Shabbona Farmer and Artisan Market
Shabbona Farmers Market 212 W Comanche Ave, Shabbona, ILLocally produced vegetables, baked goods, honey, salsa, hand crafted items and more. Saturdays, 8am - 1pm. Downtown Shabbona. Rt. 30 & Nokomis St. - Downtown Shabbona
Malta Garland Festival
3rd St, Malta 3rd Street, Malta, ILParade, live music, food vendors, bags tournament, car show, children's activities...
Sycamore Farmers Market
Blumen Gardens 403 Edward St, Sycamore, ILShop for locally grown just-picked produce, fresh from the farm. We are one of the few authentic farmers markets in our area. Our mission is to bring our farmers and community together. At our markets you can be assured that you are only buying direct from the farmers. You are able to talk with each […]