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Whiskey Acres Food & Music
Whiskey Acres Food & Music
Join Whiskey Acres every Friday – Sunday for live music and food trucks! View artists and food trucks by clicking here Typical schedule as follows: Friday: 5:00-8:00pm Saturday: 3:00-8:00pm Sunday: 2:00-5:00pm
0 events,
1 event,
DeKalb Municipal Band Concert Series
DeKalb Municipal Band Concert Series
Outdoor concerts on Tuesdays over the summer! Concerts start at 7:30 pm at the Hopkins Park Bandshell.
2 events,
Wednesday Night Wisdom Inflation Primer with NIU Finance Professor Lei Zhou
Wednesday Night Wisdom Inflation Primer with NIU Finance Professor Lei Zhou
As the Fed hikes interest rates to tamp down inflation, are you wondering what it all means? NIU Finance Professor, Lei Zhou can help! Join NIU students, alumni, and friends online for a Wednesday Night Wisdom Inflation Primer on the June 29, 6-7:30 CDT. Professor Zhou will discuss inflation causes, consequences, and mitigation. Register at go.niu.edu/wnw […]
Music at the Mansion
Music at the Mansion
Grab your friends and family, bring your blankets and chairs, and don't forget your dancing shoes for some amazing music set against the backdrop of the Ellwood Mansion. The pre-show begins at 6:30 pm and the headline show starts at 7 pm! See the calendar for artists!
2 events,
DeKalb Farmers’ Market
DeKalb Farmers’ Market
The DeKalb Farmers’ Market is in the heart of downtown DeKalb and features vendors that provide the community with locally grown produce, bread, baked goods, olive oil, honey, coffee, flowers, food trucks, and live music.
Sycamore Park District Summer Concert Series
Sycamore Park District Summer Concert Series
Enjoy free live music in the park with family, friends, and neighbors! Food, beer, and wine are available for purchase. Please bring your own chair or blanket. Every Thursday, June 2 - July 28 For a detailed list visit their website at: https://sycparks.org/summer-concert-series/ Sponsored in part by Service Master Restoration and Cleaning Services by Skip, […]
3 events,
Sandwich Park District Freedom Days
Sandwich Park District Freedom Days
Join Sandwich Park District in celebrating their annual Freedom Days! The parade starts at 10:0am The annual fireworks display is located at the Sandwich Fair Grounds. Food trucks and vendors will be onsite. Bring your blankets and chairs for a great night of family fun for all ages to enjoy. Festivities include live entertainment, music, […]
Whiskey Acres Food & Music
Whiskey Acres Food & Music
Join Whiskey Acres every Friday – Sunday for live music and food trucks! View artists and food trucks by clicking here Typical schedule as follows: Friday: 5:00-8:00pm Saturday: 3:00-8:00pm Sunday: 2:00-5:00pm
3 events,
Sandwich Park District Freedom Run and Tot Trot
Sandwich Park District Freedom Run and Tot Trot
Wear Your Best Patriotic Costume-Prizes Awarded! This 38th annual event will begin at James Knights Park. The 1-mile fun run/walk will step off at 8:00 am and the 5K race at 8:30 am. Compete wearing your best patriotic costume! Judges will award first-place prizes for the 1 Mile and 5K races for best costume. Both […]
Whiskey Acres Food & Music
Whiskey Acres Food & Music
Join Whiskey Acres every Friday – Sunday for live music and food trucks! View artists and food trucks by clicking here Typical schedule as follows: Friday: 5:00-8:00pm Saturday: 3:00-8:00pm Sunday: 2:00-5:00pm
4 events,
Independence Day 5K/10K
Independence Day 5K/10K
Start your holiday off on the right foot and join DeKalb Park District for our annual Independence Day 5K and our NEW! 10K! This chip-timed race starts and finishes at Hopkins Park. Results and awards will be administered after the last runner returns, no later than 10:00 am. The fee includes a race bag with […]
Shabbona Lake State Park Fireworks
Shabbona Lake State Park Fireworks
4th of July Fireworks over the lake! Head over to Pokanoka’s Dockside Restaurant inside the Shabbona Lake! Grab a bite to eat, dance with the DJ, rent a boat or stay in your car to enjoy the fireworks. Suggested price $10 per car
Fourth of July Fireworks and Celebration
Fourth of July Fireworks and Celebration
The City of DeKalb and DeKalb Park District is excited to host the annual Fourth of July Fireworks Celebration! Join DeKalb Park District in Hopkins Park for this annual tradition along with some NEW! daytime programming! Enjoy a day of family fun in the park as we celebrate our nation's independence. In order to keep both our […]
1 event,
DeKalb Municipal Band Concert Series
DeKalb Municipal Band Concert Series
Outdoor concerts on Tuesdays over the summer! Concerts start at 7:30 pm at the Hopkins Park Bandshell.
0 events,
2 events,
DeKalb Farmers’ Market
DeKalb Farmers’ Market
The DeKalb Farmers’ Market is in the heart of downtown DeKalb and features vendors that provide the community with locally grown produce, bread, baked goods, olive oil, honey, coffee, flowers, food trucks, and live music.
Sycamore Park District Summer Concert Series
Sycamore Park District Summer Concert Series
Enjoy free live music in the park with family, friends, and neighbors! Food, beer, and wine are available for purchase. Please bring your own chair or blanket. Every Thursday, June 2 - July 28 For a detailed list visit their website at: https://sycparks.org/summer-concert-series/ Sponsored in part by Service Master Restoration and Cleaning Services by Skip, […]
3 events,
16th Annual Let’s Dance Big Band Weekend
An event designed for big band and social ballroom dancers held annually at Duke Ellington Ballroom, 3 dances, 3 bands, professional shoe vendor, 3 levels dance lessons, 3 package deals, free parking in nearby lots. Listen only cheap with balcony view. Food available w/advanced registration. All levels of ballroom couples are welcome. Singles must bring […]
Monster Truck Throwdown
Monster Truck Throwdown
No car racing General Admission Prices: adults- $30, kids (ages 3-11)- $15, and kids (ages 2 and younger)-FREE General Admission Gates Open at 4:30pm Pit Party is from 5:00pm to 7:00pm Monster Truck Throwdown starts at 7:30pm
Movies in the Park- DeKalb Park District
Movies in the Park- DeKalb Park District
Movies start at sunset FREE! The movie is shown near the Hopkins Park Bandshell Come on out to Hopkins Park on the 2nd Friday of each month this summer for an outdoor movie experience! Family-friendly movies are shown on a big inflatable movie screen. The show starts when nature turns off the lights June 10: Minions […]
5 events,
Monster Truck Throwdown
Monster Truck Throwdown
No car racing General Admission Prices: adults- $30, kids (ages 3-11)- $15, and kids (ages 2 and younger)-FREE General Admission Gates Open at 4:30pm Pit Party is from 5:00pm to 7:00pm Monster Truck Throwdown starts at 7:30pm
Sip ‘n’ Savor
Sip ‘n’ Savor
Dear fellow beer, wine, whiskey, and food lover!In recent years Northern Illinois’ growing community of craft spirits, uniquefood, and artisans of all types have enhanced our neighborhoods, excitedresidents and visitors alike, and helped enrich our sense of place – thank youfor being a part of that!This summer, the Sycamore Park District wants to bring it […]
Whiskey Acres Food & Music
Whiskey Acres Food & Music
Join Whiskey Acres every Friday – Sunday for live music and food trucks! View artists and food trucks by clicking here Typical schedule as follows: Friday: 5:00-8:00pm Saturday: 3:00-8:00pm Sunday: 2:00-5:00pm
2 events,
Whiskey Acres Food & Music
Whiskey Acres Food & Music
Join Whiskey Acres every Friday – Sunday for live music and food trucks! View artists and food trucks by clicking here Typical schedule as follows: Friday: 5:00-8:00pm Saturday: 3:00-8:00pm Sunday: 2:00-5:00pm
0 events,
1 event,
DeKalb Municipal Band Concert Series
DeKalb Municipal Band Concert Series
Outdoor concerts on Tuesdays over the summer! Concerts start at 7:30 pm at the Hopkins Park Bandshell.
1 event,
Music at the Mansion
Music at the Mansion
Grab your friends and family, bring your blankets and chairs, and don't forget your dancing shoes for some amazing music set against the backdrop of the Ellwood Mansion. The pre-show begins at 6:30 pm and the headline show starts at 7 pm! See the calendar for artists!
2 events,
DeKalb Farmers’ Market
DeKalb Farmers’ Market
The DeKalb Farmers’ Market is in the heart of downtown DeKalb and features vendors that provide the community with locally grown produce, bread, baked goods, olive oil, honey, coffee, flowers, food trucks, and live music.
Sycamore Park District Summer Concert Series
Sycamore Park District Summer Concert Series
Enjoy free live music in the park with family, friends, and neighbors! Food, beer, and wine are available for purchase. Please bring your own chair or blanket. Every Thursday, June 2 - July 28 For a detailed list visit their website at: https://sycparks.org/summer-concert-series/ Sponsored in part by Service Master Restoration and Cleaning Services by Skip, […]
3 events,
Friday Night Racing
Friday Night Racing
Head to Sycamore Speedway for a Friday night full of dirt track races! Details for each race can be found on their website Pit Passes: $30 (ages 14 and older) and Fast Passes: $15 (ages 5 and older) General Admissions Ticket Prices: adults – $12, kids (5-11) – $5, and kids (under 5) – FREE
Movies in the Park- Sandwich
Movies in the Park- Sandwich
Have fun under the stars at the Sandwich Park District's Movie in the Park! This is a community event for all ages! Bring your own lawn chairs, blanket, Frisbee, or other park-friendly toys and enjoy an evening in the park. Concessions will be available for purchase. While this is a family event, we ask that […]
BOO’ze & Spirits Flashlight Tour
BOO’ze & Spirits Flashlight Tour
What has led to the Egyptian Theatre being known as one of the most haunted buildings in town and in the top ten haunted theatres in Illinois? Join the Theatre staff as they share all the secrets and stories with a ‘balcony to backstage’ tour that focuses not only on the history of the 91-year-old […]
4 events,
Cocktails at the Crib
Cocktails at the Crib
Enjoy a spirited summer evening celebrating and supporting DeKalb County’s local history! Commemorative Cocktail Glass (limited quantities available) Specialty Cocktail by Whiskey Acres Beer, wine, soft drinks and water Musical entertainment by Mathey and Friends Activities: Corn Hole Toss, exclusively designed selfie spot, access to the award-winning “History of DeKalb County in 100 Objects” exhibit. […]
Throwback at the Park
Throwback at the Park
Join DeKalb Park District for the inaugural Craft Beer and Disc Golf Festival brought to you in collaboration by the DeKalb Park District, Byers Brewing, and the Phenix Disc Golf Club. This fun-filled day will include: a new temporary disc golf course at Hopkins Park, a family disc golf section, a Craft Beer Festival featuring […]
Whiskey Acres Food & Music
Whiskey Acres Food & Music
Join Whiskey Acres every Friday – Sunday for live music and food trucks! View artists and food trucks by clicking here Typical schedule as follows: Friday: 5:00-8:00pm Saturday: 3:00-8:00pm Sunday: 2:00-5:00pm
2 events,
STEAM Summer Camp- Exploring Drones
STEAM Summer Camp- Exploring Drones
Experiment and push the limits of your NIU-supplied drone in this week of flying fun! You’ll get to code drones and create obstacle courses for them to navigate, design drone attachments to solve problems such as transporting supplies to a stranded team, practice drone photography, and enjoy flying the drone over the fields, forests, and […]
Whiskey Acres Food & Music
Whiskey Acres Food & Music
Join Whiskey Acres every Friday – Sunday for live music and food trucks! View artists and food trucks by clicking here Typical schedule as follows: Friday: 5:00-8:00pm Saturday: 3:00-8:00pm Sunday: 2:00-5:00pm
1 event,
STEAM Summer Camp- Exploring Drones
STEAM Summer Camp- Exploring Drones
Experiment and push the limits of your NIU-supplied drone in this week of flying fun! You’ll get to code drones and create obstacle courses for them to navigate, design drone attachments to solve problems such as transporting supplies to a stranded team, practice drone photography, and enjoy flying the drone over the fields, forests, and […]
3 events,
STEAM Summer Camp- Exploring Drones
STEAM Summer Camp- Exploring Drones
Experiment and push the limits of your NIU-supplied drone in this week of flying fun! You’ll get to code drones and create obstacle courses for them to navigate, design drone attachments to solve problems such as transporting supplies to a stranded team, practice drone photography, and enjoy flying the drone over the fields, forests, and […]
Kids’ Concerts in the Park
Kids’ Concerts in the Park
Join DeKalb Park District for our NEW! Rockin' with Ronnie: Kids' Concerts in the Park Istvan & His Imaginary Band When Istvan starts rocking kids can’t help but join in, sometimes on stage, while their moms and dads cheer them on and enjoy the original tunes, an irresistible mix of interactive rock ‘n’ roll, country, […]
DeKalb Municipal Band Concert Series
DeKalb Municipal Band Concert Series
Outdoor concerts on Tuesdays over the summer! Concerts start at 7:30 pm at the Hopkins Park Bandshell.
2 events,
STEAM Summer Camp- Exploring Drones
STEAM Summer Camp- Exploring Drones
Experiment and push the limits of your NIU-supplied drone in this week of flying fun! You’ll get to code drones and create obstacle courses for them to navigate, design drone attachments to solve problems such as transporting supplies to a stranded team, practice drone photography, and enjoy flying the drone over the fields, forests, and […]
Music at the Mansion
Music at the Mansion
Grab your friends and family, bring your blankets and chairs, and don't forget your dancing shoes for some amazing music set against the backdrop of the Ellwood Mansion. The pre-show begins at 6:30 pm and the headline show starts at 7 pm! See the calendar for artists!
3 events,
STEAM Summer Camp- Exploring Drones
STEAM Summer Camp- Exploring Drones
Experiment and push the limits of your NIU-supplied drone in this week of flying fun! You’ll get to code drones and create obstacle courses for them to navigate, design drone attachments to solve problems such as transporting supplies to a stranded team, practice drone photography, and enjoy flying the drone over the fields, forests, and […]
DeKalb Farmers’ Market
DeKalb Farmers’ Market
The DeKalb Farmers’ Market is in the heart of downtown DeKalb and features vendors that provide the community with locally grown produce, bread, baked goods, olive oil, honey, coffee, flowers, food trucks, and live music.
Sycamore Park District Summer Concert Series
Sycamore Park District Summer Concert Series
Enjoy free live music in the park with family, friends, and neighbors! Food, beer, and wine are available for purchase. Please bring your own chair or blanket. Every Thursday, June 2 - July 28 For a detailed list visit their website at: https://sycparks.org/summer-concert-series/ Sponsored in part by Service Master Restoration and Cleaning Services by Skip, […]
2 events,
STEAM Summer Camp- Exploring Drones
STEAM Summer Camp- Exploring Drones
Experiment and push the limits of your NIU-supplied drone in this week of flying fun! You’ll get to code drones and create obstacle courses for them to navigate, design drone attachments to solve problems such as transporting supplies to a stranded team, practice drone photography, and enjoy flying the drone over the fields, forests, and […]
Friday Night Racing
Friday Night Racing
Head to Sycamore Speedway for a Friday night full of dirt track races! Details for each race can be found on their website Pit Passes: $30 (ages 14 and older) and Fast Passes: $15 (ages 5 and older) General Admissions Ticket Prices: adults – $12, kids (5-11) – $5, and kids (under 5) – FREE
3 events,
Whiskey Acres Food & Music
Whiskey Acres Food & Music
Join Whiskey Acres every Friday – Sunday for live music and food trucks! View artists and food trucks by clicking here Typical schedule as follows: Friday: 5:00-8:00pm Saturday: 3:00-8:00pm Sunday: 2:00-5:00pm
Hinckley Fireworks Fest
Hinckley Fireworks Fest
Join Hinckley in celebrating their Fireworks Fest! There will be a car show from 5 pm-7, food vendors, crafts, Lions club Bingo and “fun to be had by all”!
Saturday Night Racing
Saturday Night Racing
Head to Sycamore Speedway for a Saturday night full of dirt track races! Details for each race can be found on the website Pit Passes: $30 (ages 14 and older) and Fast Passes: $15 (ages 5 and older) General Admissions Ticket Prices: adults – $12, kids (5-11) – $5, and kids (under 5) – FREE
1 event,
Whiskey Acres Food & Music
Whiskey Acres Food & Music
Join Whiskey Acres every Friday – Sunday for live music and food trucks! View artists and food trucks by clicking here Typical schedule as follows: Friday: 5:00-8:00pm Saturday: 3:00-8:00pm Sunday: 2:00-5:00pm
0 events,
1 event,
DeKalb Municipal Band Concert Series
DeKalb Municipal Band Concert Series
Outdoor concerts on Tuesdays over the summer! Concerts start at 7:30 pm at the Hopkins Park Bandshell.
1 event,
Music at the Mansion
Music at the Mansion
Grab your friends and family, bring your blankets and chairs, and don't forget your dancing shoes for some amazing music set against the backdrop of the Ellwood Mansion. The pre-show begins at 6:30 pm and the headline show starts at 7 pm! See the calendar for artists!
2 events,
DeKalb Farmers’ Market
DeKalb Farmers’ Market
The DeKalb Farmers’ Market is in the heart of downtown DeKalb and features vendors that provide the community with locally grown produce, bread, baked goods, olive oil, honey, coffee, flowers, food trucks, and live music.
Sycamore Park District Summer Concert Series
Sycamore Park District Summer Concert Series
Enjoy free live music in the park with family, friends, and neighbors! Food, beer, and wine are available for purchase. Please bring your own chair or blanket. Every Thursday, June 2 - July 28 For a detailed list visit their website at: https://sycparks.org/summer-concert-series/ Sponsored in part by Service Master Restoration and Cleaning Services by Skip, […]
2 events,
Whiskey Acres Food & Music
Whiskey Acres Food & Music
Join Whiskey Acres every Friday - Sunday for live music and food trucks! View artists and food trucks by clicking here Typical schedule as follows: Friday: 5:00-8:00pm Saturday: 3:00-8:00pm Sunday: 2:00-5:00pm
Friday Night Racing
Friday Night Racing
Head to Sycamore Speedway for a Friday night full of dirt track races! Details for each race can be found on their website Pit Passes: $30 (ages 14 and older) and Fast Passes: $15 (ages 5 and older) General Admissions Ticket Prices: adults – $12, kids (5-11) – $5, and kids (under 5) – FREE
2 events,
Whiskey Acres Food & Music
Whiskey Acres Food & Music
Join Whiskey Acres every Friday – Sunday for live music and food trucks! View artists and food trucks by clicking here Typical schedule as follows: Friday: 5:00-8:00pm Saturday: 3:00-8:00pm Sunday: 2:00-5:00pm
Saturday Night Racing
Saturday Night Racing
Head to Sycamore Speedway for a Saturday night full of dirt track races! Details for each race can be found on the website Pit Passes: $30 (ages 14 and older) and Fast Passes: $15 (ages 5 and older) General Admissions Ticket Prices: adults – $12, kids (5-11) – $5, and kids (under 5) – FREE
4 events,
Turning Back Time Car Show
Turning Back Time Car Show
The 21st Annual Fizz Ehrler Memorial Turning Back Time Car Show! This event will take place on Sunday, July 25th, 2021 from 6:00am-3:00pm and will begin in downtown Sycamore. The Fizz Ehrler Memorial Turning Back Time Car Show is an annual gathering of a wide variety of automotive art set in the historic downtown area of Sycamore, […]
Turning Back Time Car Show
Turning Back Time Car Show
On the last Sunday of July each year, the whole community looks forward to seeing over one thousand cars gather in a display of automotive history. Drawing spectators from all over the USA, this experience is like no other. See a variety of vendors, shop at Sycamore's finest stores, and dine at the best restaurants […]
STEAM Summer Camp- Photography
STEAM Summer Camp- Photography
Welcome, all aspiring photographers! Come learn the technology and art behind one of the world’s most popular pastimes. Discover how the pros work as you create your own photographs in preparation for a group exhibition, and find out how much fun photography can be when you work with others who love it as much as […]
1 event,
STEAM Summer Camp- Photography
STEAM Summer Camp- Photography
Welcome, all aspiring photographers! Come learn the technology and art behind one of the world’s most popular pastimes. Discover how the pros work as you create your own photographs in preparation for a group exhibition, and find out how much fun photography can be when you work with others who love it as much as […]
2 events,
STEAM Summer Camp- Photography
STEAM Summer Camp- Photography
Welcome, all aspiring photographers! Come learn the technology and art behind one of the world’s most popular pastimes. Discover how the pros work as you create your own photographs in preparation for a group exhibition, and find out how much fun photography can be when you work with others who love it as much as […]
DeKalb Municipal Band Concert Series
DeKalb Municipal Band Concert Series
Outdoor concerts on Tuesdays over the summer! Concerts start at 7:30 pm at the Hopkins Park Bandshell.
2 events,
STEAM Summer Camp- Photography
STEAM Summer Camp- Photography
Welcome, all aspiring photographers! Come learn the technology and art behind one of the world’s most popular pastimes. Discover how the pros work as you create your own photographs in preparation for a group exhibition, and find out how much fun photography can be when you work with others who love it as much as […]
Music at the Mansion
Music at the Mansion
Grab your friends and family, bring your blankets and chairs, and don't forget your dancing shoes for some amazing music set against the backdrop of the Ellwood Mansion. The pre-show begins at 6:30 pm and the headline show starts at 7 pm! See the calendar for artists!
2 events,
STEAM Summer Camp- Photography
STEAM Summer Camp- Photography
Welcome, all aspiring photographers! Come learn the technology and art behind one of the world’s most popular pastimes. Discover how the pros work as you create your own photographs in preparation for a group exhibition, and find out how much fun photography can be when you work with others who love it as much as […]
DeKalb Farmers’ Market
DeKalb Farmers’ Market
The DeKalb Farmers’ Market is in the heart of downtown DeKalb and features vendors that provide the community with locally grown produce, bread, baked goods, olive oil, honey, coffee, flowers, food trucks, and live music.
3 events,
STEAM Summer Camp- Photography
STEAM Summer Camp- Photography
Welcome, all aspiring photographers! Come learn the technology and art behind one of the world’s most popular pastimes. Discover how the pros work as you create your own photographs in preparation for a group exhibition, and find out how much fun photography can be when you work with others who love it as much as […]
Friday Night Racing
Friday Night Racing
Head to Sycamore Speedway for a Friday night full of dirt track races! Details for each race can be found on their website Pit Passes: $30 (ages 14 and older) and Fast Passes: $15 (ages 5 and older) General Admissions Ticket Prices: adults – $12, kids (5-11) – $5, and kids (under 5) – FREE
Movies in the Park – Sycamore
Movies in the Park – Sycamore
Movie begins at dark - roughly 15 minutes after sunset. Bring a blanket or chairs. Presented in partnership with the Sycamore Public Library. Sponsored by Sycamore State Theatre.June 3 - EncantoAugust 5 - The Mummy (PG-13)
3 events,
Waterman Winery & Vineyards 20th Anniversary Customer Appreciation Weekend
Waterman Winery & Vineyards 20th Anniversary Customer Appreciation Weekend
In celebration of its 20th Anniversary, Waterman Winery is hosting a Customer Appreciation Weekend, August 6 - 7 from 12 - 4 p.m.
Whiskey Acres Food & Music
Whiskey Acres Food & Music
Join Whiskey Acres every Friday – Sunday for live music and food trucks! View artists and food trucks by clicking here Typical schedule as follows: Friday: 5:00-8:00pm Saturday: 3:00-8:00pm Sunday: 2:00-5:00pm
Saturday Night Racing
Saturday Night Racing
LIMITED LATE MODELS, STREET STOCKS, PURE STOCKS, PLUS BADGER MIDGETS and Diabetes Awareness Night Pit Passes: $30 (ages 14 and older) and Child Fast Passes: $15 (ages 5-13) General Admissions Ticket Prices: adults – $12, kids (5-11) – $5, and kids (under 5) – FREE
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Kirkland Lions Club 4th of July
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