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Corn Fest
Corn Fest is one of the last remaining free music festivals among Illinois music festivals and summer festivals. Celebrating its 43rd year the festival will be held in downtown DeKalb on Lincoln Hwy. between 1st and 4th St. Full Lineup and Details to be released in the spring of 2022! For more information, call (815) […]
The Drowsy Chaperone
The Drowsy Chaperone
Written By: Bob Marlin & Don McKeller Music By: Lisa Lambert & Greg Morrison Directed By: Steven Meerdink For more information on tickets and showtimes go to https://stagecoachplayers.com/ or call the box office at 815-758-1940
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
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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.
Badminton at the Library
Badminton at the Library
Do you love playing badminton at school or in your backyard? Join The DeKalb Public Library to learn more about badminton basics, including how to hold your racket, serving, and different types of shots. All badminton equipment will be provided.This free program is intended for adults and teens. It is first come, first served as […]
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Friday Night Racing- Final Friday Point Night
Friday Night Racing- Final Friday Point Night
Powder Puff, Spectator, Compact, Socker Stocker Racing, 1 on 1 Drags, Figure 8s, and Pre-Ran Demos 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, kids (under 5) – FREE
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2nd Annual First State Bank Opening Day 5K
2nd Annual First State Bank Opening Day 5K
The 5K RUN/WALK will be held Saturday, September 3 at The North 40, which is the official NIU Cross Country course located just north of Barsema Hall on the Northern Illinois University campus.
DIY Family Craft: Photo Magnets
DIY Family Craft: Photo Magnets
Make custom memorabilia for your fridge! In this workshop families will be able to turn their family photos into magnets. No prior experience is required. Please bring photos you would like to use in this craft. We will not be able to print photos in color.This program will be first-come, first-served as supplies are limited.For […]
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
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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
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Ripped Jeans at Pokanoka’s Cafe-Shabbona Lake
Ripped Jeans at Pokanoka’s Cafe-Shabbona Lake
Grab a bite to eat and enjoy live music on the lake 4-7pm! Ripped Jeans is a music duo performing songs from Guns N’ Roses, Elvis, Journey, Tom Petty, and more!
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Sandwich Fair
The Sandwich Fair, first started as an annual livestock show in DeKalb County. Held yearly, Wednesday–Sunday after Labor Day since 1888, it is one of the oldest continuing county fairs in the state of Illinois. Large crowds stroll throughout the beautiful tree lined grounds, all five days of the fair, which has something of interest […]
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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.
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Rumble on the River – Lucha Libre Wrestling
Rumble on the River – Lucha Libre Wrestling
When: Friday, September 10 - Gates open at 6:00 p.m., Event 7:00 - 10:00 p.m. Where: Carroll Memorial Park, Genoa, IL Tickets: $15.00 Adult/$8.00 kids 5-12, 4 and under free - also available on-site the day of the event. Order your tickets here The Genoa Area Chamber of Commerce and the Kishwaukee Valley Wanderers […]
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
Dirt Kings Late Model Tour w/ Wisconsin Wingless Sprints
Dirt Kings Late Model Tour w/ Wisconsin Wingless Sprints
DIRT KINGS DIRT LATE MODELS & WISCONSIN WINGLESS SPRINTS 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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Volksfest – Biergarten Craft Beer and Wine Festival
Volksfest – Biergarten Craft Beer and Wine Festival
Join us for the best local festival of the fall season. Craft beer brewers and wineries from within 60 miles of Genoa will be showcasing their best offerings under the Country Financial Big Top! From 3:30 until 7:30 p.m. your $25 general admission ticket will get you samples from 20+ craft beer and wine vendors. […]
Volksmarch 6K/10K Fun and Fitness Walk
Volksmarch 6K/10K Fun and Fitness Walk
Volksmarch means "people's march" in German. It is a non-competitive fitness walk of either 6k or 10K. The path winds along the beautiful Kishwaukee River and through Genoa. You are welcome to begin any time between 8:00 and 11:00 a.m. We encourage everyone to join us!
Shabbona Farmer & Artisan Market
Shabbona Farmer & Artisan Market
Shabbona Farmer & Artisan Market 1st and 3rd Saturday June thru October corner of Route 30 & Nokomis Street
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Kite Fest
Kite Fest
Time: 11:00 AM Location: DeKalb Kiwanis Park, South 4th Street & Fairview The DeKalb Park District is excited to once again host the annual Kite Fest! This is a FREE event. Kite Fest is a great way to enjoy the outdoors and see amazing kites! Demonstrate your own flying abilities and watch as our pilots […]
Junk in Your Trunk Sale
Junk in Your Trunk Sale
Avoid driving around town searching for sales. Check out this one-stop shop for a fun day of treasure hunting!Calling all Vendors! You bring the "junk," we bring the people! Sell items right out of the back of your car or set up a stand in the space provided. It's a great opportunity for individuals who […]
Great Genoa Duck Race
Great Genoa Duck Race
When: Sunday, September 11 - 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. Where: Carroll Memorial Park, Genoa, IL The event is bigger and better than ever this year, and will include music from the G-K Marching Band and local D.J. legend Jake Wesner. Also featured will be jump houses, face painting, a hula-hoop contest and even […]
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Library Scavenger Hunt & Tour with Homeschool Happenings
Library Scavenger Hunt & Tour with Homeschool Happenings
Get to know your local library and the resources it has to offer! We will be led through the inner workings of the library by a staff member on a tour, and further explore with a scavenger hunt. All ages are welcome!This program is free and intended for children. No registration is required.For additional information, […]
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Virtual Illustrated Lecture Series – Golden Legacy: The Story of the Golden Books
Virtual Illustrated Lecture Series – Golden Legacy: The Story of the Golden Books
Golden Books revolutionized 20th-century publishing by creating high-quality children's books that nearly every American family could afford. In this richly illustrated presentation, renowned children's book scholar Leonard S. Marcus tells the story of the upstart visionaries who brought together top-flight authors and artists, state-of-the-art printing technology, and savvy marketing to make Golden Books one of […]
Private Eyes: The Premier Hall & Oates Tribute
Private Eyes: The Premier Hall & Oates Tribute
Private Eyes, a Tribute to Daryl Hall & John Oates, was formed in 2018. Their mission was clear and precise: to deliver the timeless music from the best-selling duo of all time with a craftsman’s precision, as well as aiming for the visual blend of their classic late 70’s to early 80’s image. This Los […]
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Australia’s Thunder From Down Under
Australia’s Thunder From Down Under
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND!!! Direct from Vegas - the PERFECT Girl's Night Outback! Australia's HOTTEST Export - Thunder From Down Under - hits the stage showing off chiseled bodies, seductive dance routines, cheeky humor and boy-next-door charm that you won't be able to resist! For adult audiences only; 18+. No full frontal nudity. Gentlemen are […]
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.
Community Appreciation Cookout
Community Appreciation Cookout
Come by Sycamore Integrated Health, grab a burger and enter for a chance to Win a Free Grill! We'll be grilling out right in front of our office from 2-6pm. We'd love to see everyone!
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Open House and Truck & Jeep Show
Open House and Truck & Jeep Show
Join Wehrli Custom Fabrication at their shop in DeKalb for a Truck & Jeep Show, Shop Tours, Raffles, Auction (with a professional auctioneer!), 50/50 Raffle, Bounce House, Obstacle Course, Touch a Truck, Food Trucks, a DJ, and more! Truck & Jeep Show entry is $20 per vehicle. Proceeds will be donated to DeKalb County Community […]
8 Countries in 1 Day
8 Countries in 1 Day
It’s time to travel the world again! After an extended break due to the Covid-19 virus, the library is thrilled to bring back our 8 Countries in 1 Day event. Travel the globe without leaving DeKalb.Gobble down smørrebrød in Denmark, build your own paper circuit constellations in Greece, play Congkak and Batu Seremban in Malaysia, […]
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
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Virtual Illustrated Lecture Series – Around the World in 80 Picture Books
Virtual Illustrated Lecture Series – Around the World in 80 Picture Books
From New York to Beijing to Bratislava to Mexico City, the illustrated children's book has become a vibrant global enterprise. In this illustrated talk, Leonard S. Marcus leads a wide-ranging pictorial tour of the landmark books for young people that have defined the children's picture book for over two centuries and of the cultural trends […]
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
The Big Sing
The Big Sing
Join the Egyptian Theater for the 2nd annual "The Big Sing" community choral concert featuring 5 choirs: Cor Cantiamo, Northern Illinois University Concert Choir, DeKalb High School Concert Choir, Kaneland High School Concert Choir, and Sycamore High School Concert Choir. General Admission Tickets $12 - Adult $10 - Student/Senior 65+ $5 - 12 & under
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PS4 Sports Tournament
PS4 Sports Tournament
Test your PS4 skills against your peers in this exciting gaming tournament!PS4 games played during tournaments include: Madden 22, NBA2022, and MLB The Show: 2022. The winner will receive a candy prize. All players can enjoy pizza from Vinny’s.Sign-up in the Teen Room to be included in the tournament, as only 16 spots are available. […]
NIU STEM Café: Climate Change in Our Backyards
NIU STEM Café: Climate Change in Our Backyards
We’re living in times of environmental and social unrest. Climate change affects everything from crop production to extreme weather events, food prices, jobs and real estate. Join NIU experts in climate change and sustainability to learn how climate change will affect DeKalb and surrounding communities – and how we can draw on our history of […]
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The Crucible
The Crucible
Directed By Brad Shortridge For more information on tickets and showtimes contact the box office at stagecoachplayers.com/ or call 815-758-1940
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.
DIY Piñatas
DIY Piñatas
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by making your very own piñata! Listen to a brief presentation on the history of piñatas and the process before making your very own. This is a two-day workshop and patrons must attend both sessions Tuesday, September 20th and Thursday, September 22nd from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.This program is first come, […]
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The Crucible
The Crucible
Directed By Brad Shortridge For more information on tickets and showtimes contact the box office at stagecoachplayers.com/ or call 815-758-1940
Creepy Campfire: Adult Camp Night @ Syc. Park District
Creepy Campfire: Adult Camp Night @ Syc. Park District
Adult Camp Night returns with even more ghost stories, s'mores, and fun!Reminisce about the nostalgia of camp days by participating in games, making crafts, learning about nocturnal ecology, bushcraft survival skills, and listening to musical entertainment! Register on Eventbrite or call x 410.Held at Sycamore Park District’s GoodTymes shelter off Airport Road.
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Jonamac Orchard Cider House After Hours
Jonamac Orchard Cider House After Hours
It’s almost time for our annual Corn Crawl event! Our friends from The Forge Brew House & Byers Brewing Company will be hiding out in our maze along with our Cider House staff to supply you with delicious brews as you explore the maze. We will also have Side Peace playing music on the band stage […]
The Crucible
The Crucible
Directed By Brad Shortridge For more information on tickets and showtimes contact the box office at stagecoachplayers.com/ or call 815-758-1940
Shabbona Farmer & Artisan Market
Shabbona Farmer & Artisan Market
Shabbona Farmer & Artisan Market 1st and 3rd Saturday June thru October corner of Route 30 & Nokomis Street
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DeKalb Corn Classic 10K & 5K
DeKalb Corn Classic 10K & 5K
Beginning and ending in Downtown DeKalb, the route will take runners through historical neighborhoods, along the Kishwaukee River via Prairie Park, through NIU's campus and Huskie Stadium and ending in Van Buer Plaza with a Post Race Celebration! On Course Entertainment includes the Huskie Marching Band, NIU Jazz Band and Steelband! Our roots run strong […]
The Crucible
The Crucible
Directed By Brad Shortridge For more information on tickets and showtimes contact the box office at stagecoachplayers.com/ or call 815-758-1940
Jonamac Orchard Food Trucks and Live Music
Jonamac Orchard Food Trucks and Live Music
Join us at Jonamac Orchard every weekend for food truck starting at 11am, and live music from 1-4pm in our Band Shell
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The Crucible
The Crucible
Directed By Brad Shortridge For more information on tickets and showtimes contact the box office at stagecoachplayers.com/ or call 815-758-1940
Oktoberfest with Homeschool Happenings
Oktoberfest with Homeschool Happenings
Celebrate with the DeKalb Public Library in this kid-friendly event. Learn about the origins of this lively German festival and experience some of the best parts of it at your library!This event is for kids of all ages, and everyone is welcome! No registration is required.For additional information, please contact Theresa at theresaw@dkpl.org or at […]
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The Crucible
The Crucible
Directed By Brad Shortridge For more information on tickets and showtimes contact the box office at stagecoachplayers.com/ or call 815-758-1940
Concert at the Library: Joey Leone’s History of Blues in America
Concert at the Library: Joey Leone’s History of Blues in America
Acclaimed guitarist and music historian Joey Leone presents “The History of Blues in America”; a one hour program covering the history, influence and social impact of American blues music through songs, stories and historical facts. Joey has toured and recorded as a guitar player for artists including Etta James, The Coasters, Sam & Dave, Wilson […]
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The Crucible
The Crucible
Directed By Brad Shortridge For more information on tickets and showtimes contact the box office at stagecoachplayers.com/ or call 815-758-1940
2 events,
The Crucible
The Crucible
Directed By Brad Shortridge For more information on tickets and showtimes contact the box office at stagecoachplayers.com/ or call 815-758-1940
Cosplay Workshop
Cosplay Workshop
Cosplay your favorite characters using our costumes and props. Bring some of your own paraphernalia to complete the look! Pose in front of our green screen and backdrop scene.This event is for students in grades 6-12.For additional information or to register, please contact Susan at susang@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3400.
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Harvest Fest
The Second Annual Harvest Festival is taking place on September 30th and October 1st! September 30th will be a free movie at Carroll Memorial Park (Sing 2), fall food, snacks, and drinks from local businesses and organizations. October 1st will take place in Downtown Genoa (9am-3pm) featuring many local businesses and organizations with activities! Harvest […]
Second Annual Harvest Festival
The Second Annual Harvest Festival is taking place on September 30th and October 1st! September 30th will be a free movie at Carroll Memorial Park (vote on movie choices on the City's facebook), fall food, snacks, and drinks from local businesses and organizations. October 1st will take place in Downtown Genoa featuring many local businesses […]
The Crucible
The Crucible
Directed By Brad Shortridge For more information on tickets and showtimes contact the box office at stagecoachplayers.com/ or call 815-758-1940
Harvest Hustle Day- Sycamore Speedway
Harvest Hustle Day- Sycamore Speedway
LIMITED LATE MODELS, STREET STOCKS, PURE STOCKS, PLUS LUCAS OIL MLRA LATE MODELS LUCAS OIL MLRA LATE MODELS – $5,000 TO WIN (40 laps) on Friday and $7,000 TO WIN (50 laps) on Saturday Pit Passes: $35 (ages 14 and older) and Child Fast Pass: $15 (ages 3-13) General Admissions Ticket Prices: adults – $20, kids (5-11) […]
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 […]
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Fall Crawl
Fall Crawl
Leisurely stroll through Genoa while sampling craft beers and wine at our local establishments along the way. Tickets are $20 per person and will include 10, sampler tickets and 1 full drink ticket with a logo-ed keepsake cup. You must be 21 or over to participate in this event. Food will be available for purchase […]
The Crucible
The Crucible
Directed By Brad Shortridge For more information on tickets and showtimes contact the box office at stagecoachplayers.com/ or call 815-758-1940
Fall Makers’ Market by Open-door Coffee
Fall Makers’ Market by Open-door Coffee
Once again, OpenDoor Coffee is hosting the Fall Makers' Market in conjunction with Genoa's Harvest Festival. Come for a wide array of handmade, artisan and vintage booths, LIVE music, tasty treats and all the scrumptious fall coffee drinks and caramel apple cider you can drink! Stick around and enjoy Genoa's 2nd Annual Harvest Festival. Wander […]

Sandwich Fair
