• Summer Back Alley Market

    Van Buer Plaza 148-198 N 2nd St, DeKalb, IL, United States

    NEW DATE – Saturday, August 9Join a day filled with 50+ vendors, food trucks, live music, bakers, artists, and makers! Featuring whimsy, cheeky, farmhouse, vintage, antique, and more items! This one-day event is not to be missed! Location: Palmer Ct. and Van Buer Plaza in Downtown DeKalb, IL Admission is free. Bring your family and […]

    Free
  • Author Fair

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

    Learn about the recent publications of area authors from the writers themselves. The library’s main lobby will be filled with local authors showcasing their works and answering questions throughout the day. Copies of the books will be available to purchase. This event is free to attend and open to all. Drop by any time to […]

    Free
  • Cortland Summerfest 2025

    Cortland Summerfest 2025
    Cortland Community Park 70 S Llanos St, Cortland, IL

    Get ready for a blast!  Join Cortland for a fun-filled weekend:$5 entry for adults 21+, FREE for 20 & under Friday, August 8th, 5pm-11pm: Fireworks at dusk! – Lived Music with Bands TBA  Saturday, August 9th 12-11pm:- Local performances by Dimensions Dance Academy & more! – Live Music with Bands TBA – Bags Tournament- Kids Activities Food Vendors […]

    $5
  • Rock the Acres 2025

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

    Join Rock the ACRES at Whiskey Acres Distilling Co. for an afternoon of live music, great drinks, and incredible food on the outdoor Whiskey Garden! $10 early bird ($15 DAY OF) admission is required for all guests at our Visitors Center that day and includes an optional tour at 2, 4 or 6 PM and […]

    $10 – $15
  • The Miscast Projection at Stage Coach Players

    The Miscast Projection at Stage Coach Players
    Stage Coach Players 126 S. Fifth St., DeKalb, IL, United States

    What happens when performers throw out the casting rules and sing the roles they could never play? You get a hilariously entertaining, feel-everything cabaret where anyone can be the leading man, diva, villain, or comedic relief! Think of unexpected voices, clever twists, and fresh perspectives as your favorite show tunes are reimagined in new and […]

    $17
  • Mackenzie O’Brien & Band Live

    Warehouse on Park 662 Park Ave, Genoa, IL, United States

    Join Warehouse on Park for a special night of Country music by Mackenzie O’Brien & Band! They are back to once again rock! There will be a solo or duo artist performing from 6-7:30pm before Mackenzie & Band takes stage at 8pm. Headons fine meats will be grilling out. Bar & gate opens at 5:30pm […]

    $10
  • 50 Men Who Cook

    BARSEMA ALUMNI AND VISITORS CENTER, NIU 231 N Annie Glidden Rd, DeKalb, IL, United States

    CASA’s signature fundraising event, 50 Men Who Cook, features 50+ men from the community who bring their best dish for guests to taste and vote for their favorite in each category. Enjoy good food, a cash bar, entertainment and raffle, all for a good cause. Tickets are $50 each or $45 each when you buy […]

    $45 – $50
  • Yacht Rock Gold Experience

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

    One of the most commercially successful musical genres of all time, Yacht Rock has built a loyal and unwavering fan base.  Yacht Rock Gold Experience brings all your favorite hits from the late 1970’s-early 1980’s to new generations of music fans. Celebrating the smooth sounds of the Doobie Brothers, Fleetwood Mac, Steely Dan, Christopher Cross, […]

    $38 – $58
  • The Miscast Projection at Stage Coach Players

    The Miscast Projection at Stage Coach Players
    Stage Coach Players 126 S. Fifth St., DeKalb, IL, United States

    What happens when performers throw out the casting rules and sing the roles they could never play? You get a hilariously entertaining, feel-everything cabaret where anyone can be the leading man, diva, villain, or comedic relief! Think of unexpected voices, clever twists, and fresh perspectives as your favorite show tunes are reimagined in new and […]

    $17
  • Vision & Hearing Screening, and Blood Pressure and Glucose Checks

    DeKalb Township 2323 S. 4th St., DeKalb, Illinois, United States

    This FREE event is open to all and features vision and hearing screenings for kids, hearing and retinol screenings for adults, and Blood Pressure and Glucose checks for adults. No appointments needed. Walk-ins only. All are welcome.

    Free