Nature's Explorers Summer Camp
2026-07-22 09:00 - 15:00, 2026-07-23 09:00 - 15:00, 2026-07-24 09:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | 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 Food Truck Wednesdays
2026-07-22 11:00 - 14:00, 2026-07-29 11:00 - 14:00, 2026-08-05 11:00 - 14:00, 2026-08-12 11:00 - 14:00, 2026-08-19 11:00 - 14:00, 2026-08-26 11:00 - 14:00, 2026-09-02 11:00 - 14:00, 2026-09-09 11:00 - 14:00 and 1 more date | 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.

Shabbona Farmers Market 2026
2026-07-25 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-08-08 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-08-22 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-09-05 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-09-19 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!

Sycamore Park District and Parks Foundation present: Sip 'n' Savor
2026-07-25 13:00 - 17:00 | Sycamore Community Park, 940 E. State St, Sycamore, IL, 60178
Sip ‘n’ Savor Celebrates the flavors and makers that nurture local spirit.
Free general admission brings people together for live music and to visit with local food and artisan vendors. A $30 Tasting Ticket allows eventgoers to sample the spirit of the community! Proceeds support the Sycamore Parks Foundation.

FREE ADMISSION to enjoy live music, food vendors, and craft and artisan booths.
TASTING TICKET: $30Sample the unique local libations that nurture the community spirit! Ages 21+ | Proceeds support the Sycamore Parks Foundation.
Presented in partnership with MVP Sports Bar and Sycamore Whiskey Club. Sponsored by Pest Control Consultants and Resource Bank.

Turning Back Time Car Show
2026-07-26 07:00 - 15:00 | Downtown Sycamore, Sycamore, Illlinois, 60178
Come celebrate the 26th Anniversary of the Fizz Ehrler Memorial Turning Back Time Car Show in downtown Sycamore on Sunday, July 26, 2026, from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM.

This is one of the largest car shows in the Midwest and truly a must-do summer tradition.

Enjoy:• Classic cars and amazing vehicles• Family fun for all ages• Great food and local vendors• Games, activities, and entertainment

They are a nonprofit organization, and every dollar raised goes right back into the community through local charities and student scholarships.

Join as they also celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary with a day full of fun, pride, and community spirit.

For full details, visit: www.turningbacktimecarshow.org

Power of Songs
2026-08-05 18:30 - 19:30 | Hinckley Community Building, 120 N Maple St.,, Hinckley, Illinois, 60520, United States
Enjoy the Power of Songs in our democracy with Illinois musician Chris Vallillo in the Hinckley Community Building.

50 Men Who Cook 2026
2026-08-08 18:00 - 21:00 | BARSEMA ALUMNI AND VISITORS CENTER, NIU, 231 N Annie Glidden Rd, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
CASA’s signature fundraising event, 50 Men Who Cook, showcases 50 men from across the DeKalb community as they showcase their best dishes for guests to taste and vote for their favorite in each category. Beyond the competition, the evening features live music, raffles for attendees, and a cash bar! Enjoy an exquisite night of great food, friendly competition, and community spirit. All for a good cause!

Sunday at Sandwich Market
2026-08-09 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.

Sycamore Steam Show & Threshing Bee 2026
2026-08-13 07:00 - 2026-08-16 17:00 | 27707 Lukens Road Sycamore IL 60178, 27707 Lukens Rd, Sycamore, Illinois, 60178, United States
Preserving agricultural history for future generations to enjoy, the Sycamore Steam Show & Threshing Bee is a four-day event that showcases products like steam engines and gas tractors.

69th Annual Sycamore Steam Show & Threshing Bee August 13–16, 2026 Taylor Marshall Farm, 27707 Lukens Road, Sycamore, IL

Celebrate the past and marvel at the machines that built America at the 69th Annual Sycamore Steam Show, hosted by the Northern Illinois Steam Power Club. This beloved four-day event brings history to life with live threshing and sawmill demonstrations, an impressive collection of steam and gas engines, and a wide selection of flea market vendors and food stands.

Throughout the weekend, visitors can experience live steam engine demonstrations, threshing and sawmill operations, tractor displays, and a wide variety of historic machinery in action. Many of these machines are more than a century old — and still running today.

The show grounds will be filled with activities for all ages, including:

• Operating steam engines and antique machinery• Threshing and agricultural demonstrations• Antique tractor and equipment displays• Craft and flea market vendors• Great food and refreshments• Exhibits from collectors and enthusiasts from across the Midwest

Admission:

General: $10.00

Kids under 12: Free

Thursday Seniors: $5.00(Cash only at the gate)

Gates open at 7:00 AM daily

Tickets are available at the gate (cash only). Please note that golf carts, pets, and alcohol are not permitted on the showgrounds.

Learn more at sycamoresteamshow.com

WCPW: Windy City Pro Wrestling
2026-08-15 19:00 - 21:30 | DeKalb Sports and Recreation Center, 1765 S 4th St, DeKalb, IL, 60115
WCPW®

Saturday May 2nd, 2026

Doors 6:30pm, Bell 7pm

Free Breakfasts for Veterans
2026-08-16 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
2026-08-18 12:00 - 16:00, 2026-09-15 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.

Ribs, Rhythm & Brews Fest 2026
2026-08-22 16:00 - 22:00 | Downtown Sycamore, Sycamore, Illlinois, 60178
Bigger and better than ever! More ribs, beer and music! RR&B Fest will be held on Saturday, August 22 from 4:00pm-10:00pm downtown Sycamore on Elm Street and in City Lots 1 & 2. RR&B Fest consists of award-winning rib vendors from across the region, craft beer, and crowd-pleasing musical entertainment.

Guests can raise their glasses and sip craft beer from all over the nation. Stay tuned as this year’s craft beer line-up is announced. Delicious ribs and side dishes will be served up by multiple vendors as they compete for the title of RR&B Fest Champion!

Corn Fest 2026
2026-08-28 00:00 - 2026-08-30 23:59 | Downtown DeKalb, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
Corn Fest is one of the last remaining free music festivals among Illinois music festivals and summer festivals. Celebrating its 49th year, the festival will be held in downtown DeKalb on Lincoln Hwy. between 1st and 4th St. It will feature over 90 vendors, a free corn boil, agricultural displays, carnival rides and more! The free corn boil will take place on Saturday, August 29th from 11AM-2PM, while supplies lasts. There will also be over 10 live performances throughout the weekend on an outdoor stage.

Festival Hours are as follows:

Friday, August 28, 3-11pm

Saturday, August 29, 11am-11pm

Sunday, August 30, 11am-6pm

Sandwich Fair 2026
2026-09-09 00:00 - 2026-09-13 23:59 | Sandwich Fair Grounds, 15730 Pratt Road, Sandwich, IL
The Sandwich Fair, first started as an annual livestock show in DeKalb County. Held the Wednesday through Sunday after Labor Day since 1888, Sandwich Fair is one of the oldest continuing county fairs in Illinois! Large crowds stroll throughout the beautiful tree-lined grounds all five days of the fair which has something for everyone, including a carnival, live music, truck pulls, and more.HOURS OF THE FAIR September 9-13, 2026Main Stage and Track Daily Schedule

Wednesday- Harness Racing and Illinois State RC Car and Truck Racing Championships

Thursday- Truck Pulls

Friday- Concert in infield

Saturday- Tractor Pulls

Sunday- Antique Car Show and Demolition Derby

8 a.m.–11 p.m. Wednesday through Friday; 8 a.m.–12 a.m. Saturday; and 8 a.m.–7 p.m. Sunday.
