NIU vs UMass

Huskie Stadium 1245 Stadium Drive South, DeKalb, United States

Come support the NIU Huskies facing off against the University of Massachusetts at the Huskie Stadium on Saturday, October 5th (time TBA). Find tickets at Football Tickets – NIU Athletics (niuhuskies.com).

2024 Genoa Harvest Festival

Downtown Genoa Genoa, IL

The City of Genoa’s annual Harvest Festival is taking place on October 5th in Downtown Genoa! Come enjoy rides, kids crafts and activities, community organization booths, and the Fall Makers’ Market! New this year is a pie eating contest!

Celebrate Grandparents

DeKalb Public Library 309 Oak St, DeKalb, IL, United States

Inspired by the Chinese Double Ninth Festival, also known as the Senior Citizen’s Festival, the DeKalb Public Library will celebrate the bonds that unite us across generations. Drop in any time between 2:00 and 3:00 p.m. to drink chrysanthemum tea and make a kite and grandparents day card with Linda Ma, during this special program […]

Free

Pitch Perfect Acapella Night

Whiskey Acres 11504 Keslinger Rd, DeKalb, IL, United States

A night of acapella at Whiskey Acres Distilling Co. You’ll be blown away by incredible vocal harmonies performed by the combined talents of Indiana Univeristy’s Another Round men’s group and Ladies First women’s group. Nearly 24 vocalists will be performing your favorite songs from the Pitch Perfect trilogy as well as songs from various pop […]

$45

Mariachi Estrellas de Chicago

Sandwich Opera House 140 E Railroad St, Sandwich, IL

Mariachi Estrellas de Chicago is a group of young, classically trained musicians based in the South Side of Chicago. They provide the best of the traditional mariachi repertoire as well as popular songs you can hear on the radio today. Mariachi Estrellas de Chicago es un grupo de músicos jóvenes de formación clásica con sede […]

$20

Art in the Park

Citizens Memorial Sports Complex 435 Airport Road, Sycamore, IL, United States

Experience the beauty of art amongst the wonder of nature! View and purchase art, enjoy food trucks, activities, and more!

Free

NIU Art Museum: “Finding Your Portrait Style” Photographic Workshop

Altgeld Hall 116 Altgeld Hall, Dekalb, IL, United States

Portrait lighting and communication workshop with studio, environmental, gallery and hands-on components led by NIU Photography Manager Wade Duerkes. For ages 17 and above. Open to all levels: SLR to cell phone. Limited to 16 participants. Preregistration deadline: Thursday, Oct. 3. Call the museum at 815-753-1936 to register.   Location: Altgeld Hall, room 125. 

Free

Haunted Illusions

Egyptian Theatre 135 North 2nd Street, DeKalb, IL, United States

Treat your family to an evening of mind-blowing magic and comedy that gets the whole audience into the act. You’ll be stunned and amazed as master illusionist David Caserta has people levitating, disappearing, and reappearing right before your eyes. You will witness never before seen illusions that have been created just for this show. Watch the unbelievable happen! […]

$15 – $47
Event Series Johnny K’s Cruise Nights

Johnny K’s Cruise Nights

Johnny K’s 125 Duvick Ave, Sandwich, Illinois, United States

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!

Horror Film Series at the Egyptian Theatre

Egyptian Theatre 135 North 2nd Street, DeKalb, IL, United States

Step into the chilling world of cinematic terror with the Horror Film Series at the historic Egyptian Theatre this fall. From the heart-pounders to the bone-chilling, this series offers something for every horror lover! Join us for all the thrills and chills on the largest movie screen in DeKalb County! Film Schedule:October 1 – They Live […]

$8 – $10

NIU Wind Ensemble concert

Boutell Memorial Concert Hall at Northern Illinois University 400 Lucinda Ave, DeKalb, IL

Don’t miss NIU Wind Ensemble’s exciting program, that includes one of the classics of the band world, the Second Suite in F by Holst, paired with music from 5 contemporary black composers. They are also performing the monumental “Concerto for Trombone” by David Maslanka, featuring our department chair, Andrew Glendening, on trombone. Tickets are available at […]

$7
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