Wild DeKalb Challenge
DeKalb County illinoisCounty wide challenge consisting of 10 weeks of outdoor activities Explore. You'll have the freedom to choose all your favorite outdoor activities or simply stick to the one you enjoy […]
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
Kishwaukee College Cider Donut Run
Kishwaukee College 21193 Malta Rd, Malta, ILHelp the Kishwaukee College cross country team raise money! Race entry includes an apple cider donut from Malta's own Jonomac Orchard, a custom race t-shirt, and entry into the 5K […]
Pumpkinfest Parade
Downtown Sycamore Sycamore, IlllinoisPumpkin Festival Parade - Sponsored by Ideal Industries, Somonauk - Elm - California - State & Main Streets. Parade kicks off at 1 p.m. Click Here for Parade Page with Map
Witches Night Out
Downtown Sycamore Sycamore, IlllinoisJoin Sycamore Shops for Witches Night Out. Hop from shop to shop for Sales, Deals and Drinks! Lizzy's Pink Boutique Coroco Coffee Rustic Roots Sycamore Chrystal Clinic Made Just For […]
STEMFest 2021
NIU Holmes Student Center 340 Carroll Avenue, DeKalb, ILJoin us for free family fun celebrating science, technology, engineering and math. Science demo shows, hands-on activities and expert speakers help you learn about everything from weather to chemistry, electricity […]
Pumpkin Rol’Down
Sycamore Park District 480 S. Airport Road, Sycamore, IL3 Time Slots Available: 2-3pm | 3-4pm | 4-5pm Roll a pumpkin down the sled hill to the prize grid below – all it takes is a little bit of […]
Annual Pumpkin Festival
Downtown Sycamore Sycamore, IlllinoisThe historic Sycamore Pumpkin Festival takes place on October 27-31. Thousands of pumpkins, all painted or carved for judging, decorate the courthouse lawn, and food vendors dish up pumpkin pie, […]
Day of the Dead Dinner at Whiskey Acres By Chef Rudy
Whiskey Acres 11504 Keslinger Rd, DeKalb, ILCelebrate Dia de los Muertos with a dinner and cocktail pairing. Dinner by Chef Rudy Galindo, Featuring Chef Christy Sharp & Brooke Hiland 1st Course Shrimp & Orange Salad on […]
Champions of Magic
Egyptian Theatre 135 North 2nd Street, DeKalb, ILBreak away from the screen and experience live entertainment like never before with Champions Of Magic – an evening of impossible illusions and spectacular special effects. Described by the press […]
Rock 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 […]
Autumn Craft & Treasure Market (ACTM)
Sycamore High School 427 Spartan Trail, SycamoreEvolving over nearly a half century, the Autumn Craft & Treasure Market, hosted by the Sycamore Music Boosters, has become one of the best craft fairs in the Midwest. Situated […]
Oak Ridge Boys
Egyptian Theatre 135 North 2nd Street, DeKalb, ILThe Oak Ridge Boys are one of the most distinctive and recognizable sounds in the music industry. The four-part harmonies and upbeat songs of The Oak Ridge Boys have spawned dozens […]
Salute to Veterans
DeKalb County History Center 1730 N. Main Street, Sycamore, ILIn honor of Veteran’s Day, the DeKalb County History Center will be sharing a wide variety of stories from veterans. Men and women who served our country - ranging from […]
Think Floyd USA
Egyptian Theatre 135 North 2nd Street, DeKalb, ILThink 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 […]
Fatty’s Annual Fall Craft Beer Expo & Tasting 2021
Fatty's Pub and Grille 1312 W Lincoln Hwy,, DeKalb, ILFatty's Annual Fall Craft Beer Expo & Tasting 2021 Try Some Amazing Beer, Food and Whiskey! 1pm-4pm in Fatty's Novak Room! Over 40 Different Beers to Choose from. Brewery Reps […]
Edgebrook Golf Club Wine Tasting
Edgebrook Golf Club 2100 Suydam Rd, SandwichWine Tasting at Edgebrook on Saturday, November 6th from 4-7pm. Their wine distributor is offering the taste of several choice wines to sample. Some are available for purchase, if you […]
Jesse McCartney
Egyptian Theatre 135 North 2nd Street, DeKalb, IL94.9 WDKB welcomes JESSE MCCARTNEY! Since the start of his career, New York-born and Los Angeles-based singer, songwriter, artist, and actor Jesse McCartney has built a catalog of instantly recognizable […]
Dancing Downtown for DeKalb’s Second Fridays
Downtown DeKalb DeKalb, ILOn Friday, November 12th, Dimensions Youth Ballet (an extension of Dimensions Dance Academy) will be “Dancing Downtown” in the windows of merchants and restaurants in DeKalb for downtown Dekalb's Second […]
Hands-On History featuring “Painting Possibilities”
DeKalb County History Center 1730 N. Main Street, Sycamore, ILThe DeKalb County History Center is inviting families to discover fun stories connected to local artist Cora Miner. One of her pieces was showcased during the Chicago World’s Fair in […]
Holiday Traditions at the Ellwood House Museum
Ellwood House 420 Linden Place, DeKalb, ILKick off your holiday season with a tour of the elegantly decorated Ellwood House in DeKalb. View the historic home of barbed wire baron Isaac Ellwood in a new light, […]
NIU STEM Café: Artistic Process and Scientific Principles: Art as a Process of Investigation
VirtualWe often think of art and science as very different processes. But for Kelly Gross and Jolien Genus, art and science share the same processes of investigation, research and relationship […]
NIU Huskie Alumni & Fan Watch Party at Fatty’s
Fatty's Pub and Grille 1312 W Lincoln Hwy,, DeKalb, ILDeKalb County NIU Alumni and Fans are invited to come together to cheer on the Huskies while they are on the road at THE BEST NIU watch party. We are […]
Moonlight Magic
The downtown Sycamore shops are once again gearing up for this year’s shopping marathon, Moonlight Magic. Stores will be open late for Moonlight Sales and Holiday Magic on Friday, November […]
Chris Young & Famous Friends Tour
NIU Convocation Center 1525 W. Lincoln Highway, DeKalb, ILTHIS EVENT HAVE BEEN POSTPONED Outback Concerts and Pepper Entertainment present Chris Young and the Famous Friends Tour . Coming to the NIU Convocation Center on Saturday, November 20, […]
Hometown Bar & Grill Presents: Barb City Babes!
Hometown Bar & Gill 241 E Lincoln Hwy, DEKAlb, ILHometown Bar and Grill is presenting an incredible drag show! It's never a dull night with Moana! So come on out and have your senses assaulted! You'll leave dazed and […]
IHSA 2021 FOOTBALL STATE FINALS
Huskie Stadium 1245 Stadium Drive South, DeKalbWe welcome all teams, administration, parents, and fans back to Huskie Stadium for our 5th year hosting the IHSA Football State Finals! View our website, ihsadestinationdekalb.com for more general information, […]
Shop Small Crawl
Good things come to those who shop local!! What is it?: A fun, community wide event encouraging shoppers to shop small and maybe find a new favorite local restaurant or […]
Winter Chocolate Walk
Sycamore, IL Sycamore, ILBring your sweet heart or just your sweet tooth to Sycamore’s Winter Chocolate Walk on Thursday, December 2 from 3-8pm. Enjoy 16 decadent chocolate shopping stops and a chance to […]
Lights on Lincoln
Downtown DeKalb DeKalb, ILCelebrate the start of the holiday season in Downtown DeKalb with Lights on Lincoln! Enjoy looking at holiday lights, listen to carolers, drink hot chocolate, and wave to Santa as […]
CASA’s Whiskey, Wine & Cheese 2021
348 Merry Oaks Dr. 348 Merry Oaks Dr., Sycamore, ILCASA DeKalb County, Inc. is a non-profit organization that advocates for and serves as the voice for children in DeKalb County who have experienced abuse or neglect. Please join us […]
Sycamore Walk with Santa
Downtown Sycamore Sycamore, IlllinoisBundle up and bring the entire family downtown Sycamore on Friday, December 3!! Join us as we welcome Santa to Sycamore. The Sycamore Fire Department will escort Santa and Ms. […]
Celebrate the Season
Downtown Genoa Genoa, ILAnnual Downtown Genoa Celebrate the Season will be held December 3rd from 6pm-8pm. It will include Santa’s Arrival, tree lighting ceremony, wagon rides, Petting Zoo, free pictures with Santa, candy […]
Merry Little Sandwich Christmas
Veteran's Park Gazebo 143 E. Railroad Street, SandwichTRee lighting ceremony at this community's favorite holiday event! Visit downtown businesses for family friendly activities!
Lightwire Theater: A Very Electric Christmas
Egyptian Theatre 135 North 2nd Street, DeKalb, ILSince bursting to national acclaim after appearing as semi-finalists on ‘America’s Got Talent’ and winning the top honors on TRU TV’s ‘Fake Off’, Lightwire Theater has gone on to enthrall […]
Visit with Santa
Van Buer Plaza 148-198 N 2nd St, DeKalb, ILSee Santa live! Visit with Santa inside his house to share your Christmas wishes! Take a picture with Santa, drop off your Christmas list, and take home a candy cane! […]
Elf: The Musical
Egyptian Theatre 135 North 2nd Street, DeKalb, ILStage Coach Players presents "Elf The Musical". This is a must-see holiday musical perfect for the entire family. Based on the cherished 2003 New Line Cinema hit, Elf features songs by Tony […]
Elf: The Musical
Egyptian Theatre 135 North 2nd Street, DeKalb, ILStage Coach Players presents "Elf The Musical". This is a must-see holiday musical perfect for the entire family. Based on the cherished 2003 New Line Cinema hit, Elf features songs by Tony […]
Fatty’s Holiday Office Party
Fatty's Pub and Grille 1312 W Lincoln Hwy,, DeKalb, ILBe at Fatty's for the 15th Annual DeKalb County's Largest Holiday Office Party! Sponsored by the DeKalb Chamber of Commerce, WDKB 94.9fm and The Daily Chronicle. The event starts at […]
Visit with Santa
Van Buer Plaza 148-198 N 2nd St, DeKalb, ILSee Santa live! Visit with Santa inside his house to share your Christmas wishes! Take a picture with Santa, drop off your Christmas list, and take home a candy cane! […]
Chili Cook-off
Sycamore Golf Club 940 E. State St, SycamoreWho makes the best chili in Sycamore? If cooking chili is your thing, put on your apron and enter our Chili Cook-Off. Or if you are more of a taster, […]
Felix and Finger Dueling Pianos
Blumen Gardens 403 Edward St, Sycamore, ILJoin Blumen Gardens for Felix and Finger Dueling Pianos. Event food and drinks available for purchase from: Asher Events Serving Beer, Wine and Refreshments. Felix and Fingers Dueling Pianos is […]
Satisfaction – The International Rolling Stones Show
Egyptian Theatre 135 North 2nd Street, DeKalb, IL“Satisfaction/The International Rolling Stones Show" is the international touring tribute show to the World's Greatest Rock & Roll Band. This Billboard highly rated show is entering their 20th year in […]
Sycamore’s Eat Week
Sycamore, IL Sycamore, ILDiscover Sycamore is pleased to highlight our culinary excellence as well as family fun dining by offering an entire week of dining and treats at some of our finest restaurants […]
NIU STEM Café: The Art and Science of Candy Making
Fatty's Pub and Grille 1312 W Lincoln Hwy,, DeKalb, ILLearn about the past, present and future of the Chicago candy industry and the art and science of candy making in this lively panel discussion.Award-winning documentary filmmaker Michael Lahey will […]
NIU Art Museum Biennal
NIU Art Museum 1425 W. Lincoln Hwy, DeKalb, ILShown every two years, this exhibit features recent artwork by current faculty and teaching staff and highlights the artistry, research, and instruction found at NIU. The work on display represents […]
Fourth Annual Vintage & Maker Market
Blumen Gardens 403 Edward St, Sycamore, ILBlumen Gardens will host their Fourth Annual Vintage & Maker Market dates! Join us for our Vintage & Maker Market Friday, January 28th, 2022 + Saturday, January 29th, 2022! Friday, […]
Tusk
Egyptian Theatre 135 North 2nd Street, DeKalb, ILTusk is the number one Tribute to Fleetwood Mac in the world, bar none. No fancy tricks, no gimmicks, just five musicians recreating the music of Fleetwood Mac to perfection […]
Fourth Annual Vintage & Maker Market
Blumen Gardens 403 Edward St, Sycamore, ILBlumen Gardens will host their Fourth Annual Vintage & Maker Market dates! Join us for our Vintage & Maker Market Friday, January 28th, 2022 + Saturday, January 29th, 2022! Friday, […]
Community School Open House – Preschool through 8th Grade
St. Mary Catholic School 222 Waterman St, Sycamore, ILStart your planning for the 2022-2023 school year and find out more about what St. Mary Catholic School in Sycamore has to offer! All are welcome to attend our Community […]
