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 […]
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
Sal Valentinetti
Egyptian Theatre 135 North 2nd Street, DeKalb, ILSal “The Voice” Valentinetti won over the heart of Heidi Klum, and the rest of America followed suit. Since his epic run on the nation’s top-rated reality show, America’s Got Talent, Sal has been selling out venues all over the country. With his own magical touch to the songs of the Rat Pack era, Sal’s […]
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
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 race. Proceeds will help cover the team's travel cost and fund team scholarships. Earn your breakfast by running with the Kishwaukee cross country team. This […]
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 You MVP Sports Bar Sycamore Moose MC Beauty Gallery On State KVAL Forge of Sycamore Sycamore Antiques Luxe Salon
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 to biology. Explore robots, witness a live weather balloon launch, try out VR technology and more! This year, we’re in person in the heart of […]
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 luck and a lot of fun! Celebrate the season with other festive activities in the gym and a water balloon launch from the top 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, caramel apples and other fall favorites. Also in this pumpkin patch: two arts-and-crafts shows, carnival rides, a historic house walk, 10K Pumpkin Run road race […]
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 Corn Cake with Padilla Sauce Waking the Dead-Whiskey Acres Jalapeno infused Vodka, pineapple juice, Squirt, lime garnish 2nd Course Poblano Pozole rest 3rd Course Pulled […]
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 as ‘The Avengers of magic’ catch the only team of magicians in the world as they present their original, phenomenal ensemble illusions. They’ve sold out shows […]
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 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 […]
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 during lovely Illinois autumn, just before the holidays and synchronous with the Sycamore Pumpkin Festival (one of the largest festivals in the Midwest), the Market […]
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 of Country hits and a Number One Pop smash, earned them Grammy, Dove, CMA, and ACM awards and garnered a host of other industry and […]
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 the Civil War to current veterans – will be discussed in the program “Salute to Veterans” as part of the History Center’s and Ellwood House […]
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 musicians and vocalists, Think Floyd USA includes several dedicated founding members who began the journey together in 2004. Deemed “absolutely amazing…the best Pink Floyd tribute […]
Kishwaukee Special Recreation Association 5K Donut Dash
Hopkins Park 1403 Sycamore Road, DeKalb, ILThe Kishwaukee Special Recreation Association's annual 5K Walk/Run/Roll Donut Dash is scheduled for Saturday, November 6, 2021 starting at 9 a.m. at DeKalb's Hopkins Park shelter building. Thanks to the sponsorship from Kuipers Family Farm, each participant will receive a donut at the end of the race. All funds raised at the 5K will help […]
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 will be on Hand plus a small Whiskey Sampling featuring Single Barrel and special Cask Whiskeys to Sample! Tickets are on Sale Now, the earlier […]
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 choose. Sample the charcuterie sipping from the vine. Everyone is welcome so bring your friends.
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 anthems and captivated audiences on the road and on-screen. His first three albums—the Platinum Beautiful Soul, Right Where You Want Me, and Departure —consecutively bowed […]
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 Fridays event. Grab a bite to eat, stroll downtown to peek at the dancers in the windows, start your holiday shopping as the stores will […]
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 1933 and is featured in the History Center’s exhibit “History of DeKalb County in 100 Objects.” Miner also shared her artistic talents by giving people […]
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 building. At the next STEM Café, hear from these two artists and educators about how they engage in hypothesizing, documentation and interpreting scientific principles in […]
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 competing against watch party's around the state and country...so join us in making ours THE BEST! Even if you don't love football, you won't want […]
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 19 from 6pm – 8pm. The sales will display the best deals of the season! Stroll and shop in our historic downtown for a one […]
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, 2021 with special guests Mitchell Tenpenny and Callista Clark. Tickets will be available at ticketmaster.com, by phone, or at the NIU Convocation Center box office. […]
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 confused but oddly satisfied! VIP admission at 8pm for presale tickets. Food service is available until 9pm.