DeKalb County Convention and Visitors Bureau

New Beers Eve Celebration
2025-04-06 12:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Warehouse on Park, 662 Park Ave, Genoa, IL, 60135, United States
Join The Warehouse on Park for one of their favorite, albeit not official holidays, ‘New Beers Eve’

Celebrating the end of Prohibition The Warehouse on park way by throwing a party!

There will be plenty of ice cold crafts & domestics available.

Back by popular demand, Cousins Main Lobster food truck will be at this party!

Local musician Paul Bronson will be performing from 1-4. Paul Bronson Acoustic Music incorporates elements of rock, classical, jazz and contemporary instrumental music to a solo acoustic guitar format. His style is difficult to pinpoint and is best described as “Neo-Classical Artistic Guitar”.

Bar opens at Noon music 1-421 & over eventNo outside food or drinks allowedNo pets

Celtic Angels
2025-04-06 15:00 | Egyptian Theatre, 135 North 2nd Street, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
Get swept away in the enchanting harmonies of the Celtic Angels as they present an impassioned homage to their beloved Emerald Isle. This gloriously evocative journey will captivate audiences and have them clapping their hands, wiping their tears and stamping their feet. Escape to Verdant Valleys and Heathery Highlands. Step back in time to the Land of Saints and Scholars. Lose yourself in the alluring Angels’ magical melodies. Feel your heart pound to raucous rhythms of the champion Celtic Knights Dancers. Immerse yourself in Ireland’s infectious influences across the Wild Blue Ocean to the Amber Waves of Grain and Beyond. Headed by the powerhouse creative team direct from Ireland and featuring award winning Irish and World Champion Singers, Dancers and Musicians. Celtic Angels Ireland is a theatrical feast for all ages. With over 30 Irish traditional and contemporary tunes masterfully intertwined and performed fully live by the Trinity Ensemble, the Heavenly Celtic Angels and the Dynamic Celtic Knights Dancers, the spectacular Celtic Angels Ireland is guaranteed to entertain and delight.

Free Concert: The U.S. Army Field Band
2025-04-06 19:00 - 21:00 | Boutell Memorial Concert Hall at Northern Illinois University, 400 Lucinda Ave, DeKalb, IL
Join The United States Army Field Band at the Boutell Memorial Concert Hall at Northern Illinois University to see The United States Army Field Band Concert Band & Soldiers’ Chorus in a FREE CONCERT.
This concert is free and opened to the public.
From coast to coast, come along for a musical celebration as The U.S. Army Field Band presents, “Sea to Shining Sea.” Pack up the family van and hit the road behind those famous tour buses as the Concert Band and Soldiers’ Chorus tell enduring stories of Veterans, friendships, and the amazingly picturesque, and maybe sometimes bizarrely quirky, places that make America a road-tripper’s dream. Through exciting music and stunning visuals, be inspired to set out on your own journey exploring our great nation while honoring all those who answered the call to serve it.
The United States Army Field Band from Washington, D.C., is the official touring musical representative of the U.S. Army. Their mission is to connect with Americans, share Army Stories, and honor Veterans as the Musical Ambassadors of the Army. These active-duty Soldiers tour nationally and internationally, performing for live audiences in large concert venues, while reaching hundreds of millions of enthusiastic followers online. Through performances in communities across the United States, The U.S. Army Field Band fosters a positive relationship with the American people, supports diplomatic efforts around the world and inspires future generations to serve.

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Mystery Dream Suite
2025-04-09 10:00 - 13:00, 2025-04-10 12:00 - 18:00, 2025-04-11 12:00 - 18:00, 2025-04-12 12:00 - 15:00, 2025-04-16 10:00 - 13:00, 2025-04-17 12:00 - 18:00, 2025-04-18 12:00 - 18:00, 2025-04-19 12:00 - 15:00 | NIU Altgeld Hall, 116 Altgeld Hall, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
Four concurrent exhibitions: “Surrealist Classics from the Museum Collection,” “Windows to the Subconscious,” “Phantasmagraphica: The Early Psychedelic Work of British Artist Douglas Binder or Nightmares of alienation in post-industrial England,” and “A Deb Sokolow Sampler: 20 Years of Speculative Drawing.”

An Evening of Encores with Kara Eubanks
2025-04-11 18:30 - 19:30 | DeKalb Public Library, 309 Oak St, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
As a classical performer, Kara has performed solo and chamber music across North America and Europe. Her orchestral career includes membership in the Civic Orchestra of Chicago, Paris’s Fontainebleau Chamber Orchestra, and NYC’s DiCapo Opera. She is a member of the Sycamore Music Hall of Fame in her hometown of Sycamore, Illinois.
This hour-long performance, with an intermission, will feature popular and crowd-pleasing classical and romantic pieces for the violin and piano.
Kara has been featured on MTV, NPR, and Daytrotter, and has recorded on Eenie Meenie and Lookout! Records. Her discography includes collaborations with Troubled Hubble, The Gunshy, Inspector Owl, Future Monarchs, Minova, and Andrew Jackson Jihad. In 2023, she released her solo debut, an EP called “Something Might Otherwise Have Profitably Happened.”
Kara has been on the violin faculty at Northern Illinois University, CUNY Brooklyn Conservatory, and has taught music theory at the University of Oregon. Her greatest passion is mentoring young artists at Japan-Seattle Suzuki Institute, Oregon Suzuki Institute, and the Willamette Violin Academy.
This concert is free and open to all. Doors will open at 6:00 and music will begin at 6:30 p.m. No registration is required.
For additional information, please contact Samantha at samanthah@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 1701.

Friday Night Line Dancing w/ DJ Dave
2025-04-11 19:00 - 2025-04-12 01:00 | Denim & Diamonds Saloon, 425 W State St., Sycamore, IL, 60178, United States
DJ Dave will be playing all the line dance & couple favorites! Try out Denim & Diamonds’ famous Apple Pie Shots for just $2. (There is always a $5 cover on Friday & Saturdays)

Kids Stuff Sale
2025-04-12 08:00 - 15:00, 2025-04-13 08:00 - 15:00 | Midwest Sportsplex, 212 W Woodlawn Street, Hinckley, IL, 60520, United States
Have the kids outgrown their clothes, toys and books? Need to find some new things for the kids? Sell and/or shop at the Midwest Sportsplex KIDS STUFF SALE. 2 days indoors at 212 W Woodlawn Ave Hinckley, IL 60520 8AM-3PM. Sellers can buy a spot $20 and shoppers $5 admission.

Breakfast with the Bunny
2025-04-12 09:30 | Hopkins Park Terrace Room, 1403 Sycamore Rd, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
Hop in for a great time with the Bunny and enjoy a buffet breakfast! Don’t miss the themed crafts and Bunny Meet ‘N’ Greet. Space is limited. Sign up early! Registration is required and must be paid for in advance. Fee is $12 R /$15 NR per person. Children ages 2 and under are FREE!

Tickets are sold until 4/9 or until full. Day-of registration is not accepted! Stick around afterward for the DeKalb Park District’s annual Kids Egg Hunt in Hopkins Park!

Maple Park Egg Hunt
2025-04-12 12:00 | Maple Park Community Center, 306 Willow St, Maple Park, Illinois, 60151, United States
Join Maple Park’s Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 12 at noon! It will take place at the Community Center Ball Fields. Bootlegger’s will be offering free hotdogs for kids under 10!

Roper Romp
2025-04-12 13:00 - 23:00
COMING APRIL 12TH, 2025 DEKALB, IL!HELEN & LARRY LUAU!!!🌴🧉🌴🧉🌴🧉🌴🧉🌴🧉🌴🧉🌴🧉🌴🧉

MEN:Got a Hairy Chest, Sideburns or a slight 70 big hair to show off⁉️Wear your Hawaiian shirt to get leis! 👕

WOMEN:HAWAIIAN HELENS! Leis, Hawaiian Caftans & don’t forget about the flowers in your red hair!🌺🌸🌺🌸🌺🌸🌺📿🌺🌸🌺🌸🌺🌸🌺

Mark your calendar for April 12! Kick off the ROMP with some drinks, snacks, shopping, giveaways & new friendships at the Egyptian Theatre from 1-3pm.

At 3pm all Helens and Larrys will hit downtown DeKalb and enjoy a variety of food, drink and shopping specials throughout downtown businesses.

📿 “In a World of Karens, Be a Helen!”

Mr. Myers Band
2025-04-12 19:30 | Sandwich Opera House, 140 E Railroad St, Sandwich, IL, 60548
Mr. Myers is the ultimate band for Caribbean Rock lovers. The show is packed full of reggae, soca/calypso, beach, and Buffet music. The magic of Mr. Myers’ sound can be found in their steel drum and percussion work. Their unique musical mix includes rock, jazz, Latin, and of course, Caribbean music. Mr. Myers has played from St. Thomas to Las Vegas with many fun stops in between. For a musical trip to the islands, you simply can’t beat the sunny sound of Mr. Myers.

Hy-Vee's Indoor Crafters Market
2025-04-13 11:00 - 15:00 | Hy-Vee, 2700 Dekalb Ave., Sycamore, Illinois, 60178, United States
Check out local crafters set up by the Pharmacy & Club Room near the front of Hy-Vee! Crafters will be set up on February 16th, March 9th, and April 13th.

Rock Party featuring Rick Lindy
2025-04-13 12:00 - 16:00 | Warehouse on Park, 662 Park Ave, Genoa, IL, 60135, United States
The Warehouse on Park is more than excited to welcome one of the best Rockers around, Rick Lindy to one of the best music venues around!

Stop on down and enjoy one an amazing bloody Mary or craft beer, kick back and enjoy some great rock with the Rick Lindy duo. They will be performing from 1-4pm

There will be some great food as well.

Bar opens at Noon music 1-4pm21 & over eventNo outside food or drinks allowedNo Pets

160 Minutes: The Race to Save the RMS Titanic
2025-04-13 14:00 - 15:30 | Kirkland Historical Society, 309 S. 5th St., Kirkland, Illinois, 60146, United States
William Hazelgrove returns to present his program, 160 Minutes: The Race to Save the RMS Titanic on Sunday, April 13 at 2pm. This presentation will include refreshments afterwards.

Hygge (HOO-gah) Happiness
2025-04-13 14:00 - 16:00 | DeKalb Public Library, 309 Oak St, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
Hygge (pronounced ‘HOO-gah’) means coziness, candlelight, nature, and meeting with friends. DeKalb Public Library’s Hygge gatherings focus on intentional happiness and community through arts and crafts, coloring, trivia, peaceful music, and hot cocoa and tea (bring your favorite mug, if desired.)
For April, they’ll start seeds, decorate eggs, and make windchimes.
This program is intended for adults. No registration is required.
*Making Winter: a Hygge-inspired Guide to Surviving the Winter Months – Emma Mitchell.
Local honey provided by Big Red’s Heavenly Honey.
For additional information, please contact Susan at susang@dkpl.org or (815) 756-9568 ext. 2114.

Reality Bytes 2025
2025-04-15 18:30 - 20:00, 2025-04-16 19:00 - 22:00 | Egyptian Theatre, 135 North 2nd Street, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
Reality Bytes is NIU’s International Short Film Festival!
It will take place April 15 and 16, during this time, various short films from students around the world will be showcased.
The first night will take place at Cole Hall on Campus from 6:30 to 8:00 PM.
The second night will be held at Egyptian Theatre from 7:00 until 10:00 PM.
The event is free and open to the public, there will be opportunities to win some prizes.
This year there were more than 100 submissions from students from around the world.
On the second night the winner will be announced for the following categories: Narrative, Documentary, Animation, and High School Submission.
This will be the festival’s 24th edition.

NIU Wellness Fair
2025-04-16 11:00 - 15:30 | NIU Holmes Student Center, 340 Carroll Avenue, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
Save the Date – Counseling and Consultation Services and Employee Well-being proudly presents NIU’s annual Wellness Fair hosted on Wednesday, April 16th from 11:00 am – 3:00 pm in the Holmes Student Center’s Duke Ellington Ballroom. All are invited to attend and engage in the variety of free opportunities offered at the fair. Campus and community partners will provide attendees with interactive activities, services, and information focused on “Healthy Body, Healthy Mind and Healthy Spirit.” Additional interactive wellness opportunities include free workshops featuring healthy eating, fitness tips, mental health support training, and more. A release for staff will be granted and more information will be announced in the following weeks. The NIU Wellness Fair is offered in partnership with and sponsorship by the Presidential Commission on Well-being.

Interested in hosting a table at the fair? Contact Employeewellbeing@niu.edu for more information.

Play Group for Children with Special Needs
2025-04-17 10:00 - 10:30 | DeKalb Public Library, 309 Oak St, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
Experience the freedom of a relaxed atmosphere, where there’s no need to stifle excitement or confine movement during this less structured play group.
Tailored for children with special needs aged 0-5 years, this program is designed for families to engage with and meet other families without the pressure of keeping children quiet or in one place. Toys such as cars, puzzles, magna-tiles, books, and stepping stones will be incorporated, and every child may engage in activities that cater to their unique interests and abilities. While aimed at children aged 0-5, children of all ages are welcome.
This program is free and open to all. Registration is not required. This program is for ages 0-5. Parents must be present.
For more information, please contact Theresa at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350 or at theresaw@dkpl.org.

NIU STEM Café: Kaboom!
2025-04-17 17:30 - 19:00 | NIU Faraday Hall, 200 Normal Road, DeKalb, Illinois, 60115, United States
In partnership with NIU STEAM, monthly STEM Cafés are back!
Kaboom! Is an exciting Pokémon-themed Chemistry Demo Night, hosted by the NIU Chemistry Club! This interactive experience is a sneak peek into their annual chemistry showcase—featuring more hands-on activities and thrilling experiments inspired by the Pokémon universe.
This free presentation is for teens, but open to all ages. Free pizza is available to those who attend. No registration is required.
For additional information, please contact Steven at stevenm@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3400.

Tween Flashlight Egg Hunt
2025-04-17 20:00 | Chamberlain Park, 400 East 2nd Street, Genoa, IL, 60135, United States
The great hunt is on! Get your friends and join the quest for hundreds of eggs filled with candy and prizes.

Pre-registration is required. Chamberlain Park Shelter #1, next to sand volleyball court. Hunt begins at 8:00 pm SHARP!

Please bring a flashlight with you.

Ages 10-15

Teen Job Fair
2025-04-19 13:00 - 17:00 | DeKalb Public Library, 309 Oak St, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
Are you a teenager looking for a way to make some extra money during the school year or over the summer? Meet representatives from local businesses looking to hire teenagers.
No registration is required. This program is intended for teens ages 14-18.
For additional information, please contact Steven at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3400 or at stevenm@dkpl.org.
