DeKalb County Convention and Visitors Bureau

Nature's Explorers Summer Camp
2026-07-06 09:00 - 15:00, 2026-07-07 09:00 - 15:00, 2026-07-08 09:00 - 15:00, 2026-07-09 09:00 - 15:00, 2026-07-10 09:00 - 15:00, 2026-07-20 09:00 - 15:00, 2026-07-21 09:00 - 15:00, 2026-07-22 09:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) and 1 more date | Russell Woods Forest Preserve, 11750 IL-72, Genoa, 60135, 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 to 9 (must have completed 1st grade)

2026 Sycamore Farmers Market
2026-07-07 15:00 - 18:00, 2026-07-14 15:00 - 18:00, 2026-07-21 15:00 - 18:00 | DeKalb County History Center, 1730 N. Main Street, Sycamore, IL, 60178, United States
he DeKalb County History Center is proud to announce that it will serve as the new host of the Sycamore Farmers Market, beginning with the 2026 season. A vibrant, producer-focused community market celebrating local food, agriculture, and handmade goods.

The Sycamore Farmers Market will take place Tuesdays from 3:00–6:00 pm, June 2 through September 1, on the front lawn of the DeKalb County History Center, located at 1730 N. Main Street in Sycamore. The weekly market will feature locally grown produce, flowers, plants, meat, eggs, honey, baked goods, prepared foods, beverages, art, crafts, and more.

Recent improvements through the Campus Expansion Project have transformed the on‑site corn crib into an outdoor music venue and classroom space. This setting will allow for live music, pop‑up educational programming, and seasonal entertainment for visitors. Guests will also be able to enjoy beverages available through the on‑site bar operated by MVPs, with a portion of the proceeds benefiting the History Center.

2026 Food Truck Wednesdays
2026-07-08 11:00 - 14:00, 2026-07-15 11:00 - 14:00, 2026-07-22 11:00 - 14:00 | MLK Commons, DeKalb, Illinois, 60115, 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. There will also be appearances from members of NIU Athletics.

America 250 Ceremony
2026-07-08 15:00 - 16:00 | DeKalb County Courthouse, 133 W State St, Sycamore, IL, 60178, 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
2026-07-08 17:00 - 18:00 | 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.

2026 DeKalb Farmers Market
2026-07-09 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-07-16 12:00 - 18:00, 2026-07-23 10:00 - 14:00 | Van Buer Plaza, 148-198 N 2nd St, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
Nestled in the heart of downtown DeKalb, Illinois, the DeKalb Farmers Market features a vibrant selection of over 30 local vendors. Enjoy fresh, locally grown produce, colorful flowers, baked goods, olive oil, coffee, and delicious offerings from food trucks. With live music and a variety of unique finds, there’s something for everyone to enjoy!

Grab a bite to eat from one of our food trucks and enjoy local bands and musicians during your lunch hour from 12-1:30PM! The Live Lunch Music Series is presented by the Egyptian Theatre.

New this season! Enjoy later hours on June 18, July 16, and August 13

There will not be a market on August 27, 2026 due to Corn Fest street closures.

20th Let's Dance Big Band Weekend
2026-07-10 00:00 - 2026-07-12 23:59 | Duke Ellington Ballroom, 340 Carroll Ave, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
Get your dancing shoes ready for 20th Annual Let’s Dance Big Band Weekend at the Duke Ellington Ballroom starting July 10th!

Shabbona Farmers Market 2026
2026-07-11 09:00 - 13:00 | Purdy Park, 205 E Navaho Ave, Shabbona, IL, 60550, 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 bar!

Crash the Wedding Party at The Warehouse on Park
2026-07-11 18:30 - 22:00 | Warehouse on Park, 662 Park Ave, Genoa, IL, 60135, United States
This is one wedding party you are invited to crash! The Warehouse on Park is throwing a big party featuring the area’s best party band, Electro Retro!

A good reception party and Electro Retro is Chicago’s favorite party band! Electro Retro will be playing all your favorite party songs from the 70’s into the 2000’s!

Electro Retro will be performing from 7-10 PM

Slow Smoke BBQ will be there with their amazing, award-winning BBQ

Gate & bar will open at 6:30pm

16 & older event

$15 per person at the gate

VIP TIX $25 per person at the gate

VIP – 18 spots under pergola next to the Tiki bar & a complimentary cocktail

No outside food or drinks allowed

No pets allowed

Sunday at Sandwich Market
2026-07-12 08:00 - 15:00 | Sandwich Fair Grounds, 15730 Pratt Road, Sandwich, IL
Sunday at Sandwich is a vintage, antique, and handmade goods market held at the Sandwich Fairgrounds! Visitors have a chance to shop for new or repurposed items, consumables, and vintage or handmade goods by local vendors from all over the Midwest.

Hinckley Summer Concert
2026-07-16 18:30 - 19:30 | Hinckley Community Building, 120 N Maple St.,, Hinckley, Illinois, 60520, United States
Enjoy a summer concert featuring the Misty River Music Makers Ladies Barbershop in the Hinckley Community Building.

Waterman Lions Summerfest 2026
2026-07-18 07:30 - 22:00 | Waterman Lions Park, 435 S. Birch St, Waterman, IL, 60556, United States
Don’t miss the 26th Waterman Lions Summerfest and Antique Tractor & Truck Show! Enjoy an entire day full of antique and craft shows, tractor pulls, train rides, live music, a beer garden, and more, and end it with a fireworks show!

DeKalb Back Alley Market
2026-07-18 15:00 - 20:00 | Downtown DeKalb, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
The DeKalb Back Alley Market (BAM) takes over downtown DeKalb with a curated mix of vintage, handmade, and just plain cool. You’ll find 150+ vendors spread through streets and alleyways—everything from vintage clothing and home décor to pottery, candles, apothecary goods, and specialty foods.

It’s not a craft fair and it’s not a flea market. BAM is built to feel a little different—more curated, more unexpected, and fun to wander. Add in live music, local food, and a crowd that shows up ready to explore, and it turns into more than just shopping.

Come dig around, find something you didn’t know you needed, and spend a few hours having fun in our alley!

Location: DeKalb Back Alley Market, Palmer Ct., 2nd and 3rd St. DeKalb, ILAdmission is free. Bring your family and well-behaved petsDon’t miss out on this unique shopping experience in Downtown DeKalb!

Blondie Tribute Band - Atomic
2026-07-18 18:30 - 22:00 | Warehouse on Park, 662 Park Ave, Genoa, IL, 60135, United States
The Warehouse on Park welcome’s totally Tubular & Radical, Atomic the area’s BEST Blondie Tribute band!

The 80’s! The 80’s brought some pretty schweet, bodacious words to describe the awesome music of that time! Blondie was one of the most triumphant bands of those stellar times! Atomic, THE Blondie tribute band will be playing the big-time hits from Blondie as well as punk/new wave hits from those righteous times!

Atomic will be performing from 7-10PM

Slow Smoke BBQ will be there with their amazing, award-winning BBQ

Gate & bar will open at 6:30PM

16 & older event

$15 per person at the gate

VIP TIX $25 per person at the gate

VIP – 18 spots under pergola next to the Tiki bar & a complimentary cocktail

No outside food or drinks allowed

No pets allowed

Free Breakfasts for Veterans
2026-07-19 07:30 - 11:30 | DeKalb Moose Lodge, 1231 E Lincoln Hwy.,, DeKalb, Illinois, 60115, United States
Continuing through 2026, the DeKalb Moose Lodge will be offering all veterans a free breakfast on the third Sunday of each month.

Free Legal Consultations
2026-07-21 12:00 - 16:00 | DeKalb Township, 2323 S. 4th St., DeKalb, Illinois, 60115, United States
DeKalb Township will be hosting Prairie State Legal Services once a month throughout 2026 to ensure qualifying residents have access to FREE legal services.
If you are a tenant with questions regarding a housing matter; If you are being forcibly discharged from a nursing home; If you were recently denied public benefits or if your benefits were reduced; If you have an employment-related legal question; If you or someone you know has been the victim of elder abuse, please call the DeKalb Township today to schedule an appointment and determine if you are eligible to receive these FREE services.
For additional details or to check your eligibility, call the DeKalb Township at 815-758-8282.
