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  • Fireworks bursting in night sky over Hopkins Park during the DeKalb 4th of July celebration in DeKalb, Illinois.

    78th Annual Kirkland 4th of July Festival

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    Franklin Township Park 250 W. South St, Kirkland, IL, United States

    Three-day festival, Kirkland 4th of July will host its 78th annual event at Franklin Township Park starting July 2nd, 2026. This event brings us together every year with live music, carnival rides, vendors, games, a parade, car and tractor show, and of course fireworks! This year’s live performances will feature Ethan Larson, Back Country Roads, […]

    Free

  • Shabbona 4th of July Festival

    Purdy Park 205 E Navaho Ave, Shabbona, IL, United States

    The Village of Shabbona’s 4th of July craft fair, parade and festival is an annual event. Start your day off with the Shabbona Fire Protection District’s pancake breakfast at the Fire Barn, then mosey around Purdy Park and check out all the crafters beginning at 8am. Stick around and view the parade at noon and […]

    Free

  • Nature’s Explorers Summer Camp

    Nature’s Explorers Summer Camp
    Russell Woods Forest Preserve 11750 IL-72, Genoa, United States

    A day camp experience for youth ages 7 to 11. Open to any youth seeking outdoor adventure. Trailblazers Camp, June 22 to June 26, Ages 9 to 11 Cold-Blooded Critters Camp, July 6 to July 10, Ages 7 to 9 (must have completed 1st grade) Insect Investigators Camp, July 20 to July 24, Ages 7 […]

    $150

  • Nature’s Explorers Summer Camp

    Nature’s Explorers Summer Camp
    Russell Woods Forest Preserve 11750 IL-72, Genoa, United States

    A day camp experience for youth ages 7 to 11. Open to any youth seeking outdoor adventure. Trailblazers Camp, June 22 to June 26, Ages 9 to 11 Cold-Blooded Critters Camp, July 6 to July 10, Ages 7 to 9 (must have completed 1st grade) Insect Investigators Camp, July 20 to July 24, Ages 7 […]

    $150

  • Nature’s Explorers Summer Camp

    Nature’s Explorers Summer Camp
    Russell Woods Forest Preserve 11750 IL-72, Genoa, United States

    A day camp experience for youth ages 7 to 11. Open to any youth seeking outdoor adventure. Trailblazers Camp, June 22 to June 26, Ages 9 to 11 Cold-Blooded Critters Camp, July 6 to July 10, Ages 7 to 9 (must have completed 1st grade) Insect Investigators Camp, July 20 to July 24, Ages 7 […]

    $150
  • people hang out at food truck Wednesday

    2026 Food Truck Wednesdays

    2026 Food Truck Wednesdays
    MLK Commons DeKalb, Illinois, United States

    Come out for lunch, meet up with a friend or grab your afternoon pick-me-up from a variety of food trucks each Wednesday through the fall. Local food trucks will line the street on Normal Road in front of the MLK Commons on Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. CAB will provide entertainment and fun, including student performances. […]

    Free
  • Save the date for America 250 Ceremony

    America 250 Ceremony

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    DeKalb County Courthouse 133 W State St, Sycamore, IL, United States

    One County, One Nation: America 250 Ceremony Join the DeKalb County Community as we commemorate the 250th anniversary of the United States! The ceremony will include a public reading of the Declaration of Independence and is envisioned as a community-focused event celebrating our shared history and civic values.

  • Reading of Declaration of Independence

    Hinckley Community Building 100 N. Maple Street, Hinckley,, Illinois

    Join with citizens across the country in a simultaneous reading the Declaration of Independence at the Hinckley Community Building.

  • Nature’s Explorers Summer Camp

    Nature’s Explorers Summer Camp
    Russell Woods Forest Preserve 11750 IL-72, Genoa, United States

    A day camp experience for youth ages 7 to 11. Open to any youth seeking outdoor adventure. Trailblazers Camp, June 22 to June 26, Ages 9 to 11 Cold-Blooded Critters Camp, July 6 to July 10, Ages 7 to 9 (must have completed 1st grade) Insect Investigators Camp, July 20 to July 24, Ages 7 […]

    $150

  • 20th Let’s Dance Big Band Weekend

    Duke Ellington Ballroom 340 Carroll Ave, DeKalb, IL, United States

    Get your dancing shoes ready for 20th Annual Let’s Dance Big Band Weekend at the Duke Ellington Ballroom starting July 10th!

  • Nature’s Explorers Summer Camp

    Nature’s Explorers Summer Camp
    Russell Woods Forest Preserve 11750 IL-72, Genoa, United States

    A day camp experience for youth ages 7 to 11. Open to any youth seeking outdoor adventure. Trailblazers Camp, June 22 to June 26, Ages 9 to 11 Cold-Blooded Critters Camp, July 6 to July 10, Ages 7 to 9 (must have completed 1st grade) Insect Investigators Camp, July 20 to July 24, Ages 7 […]

    $150

  • Shabbona Farmers Market 2026

    Shabbona Farmers Market 2026
    Purdy Park 205 E Navaho Ave, Shabbona, IL, United States

    Shabbona Farmers Market begins Saturday, May 2 running every other weekend through October 10, 2026! New in 2026 – Family Outing Days will be held with the Farmers Market. There will be an inflatable obstacle course, games, crafts, and a sweet treat offered sponsored by Big Time Rentals. This market features 12+ vendor and craft […]

    Free