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. […]
Mother’s Day Weekend is Blumen Gardens’ biggest weekend of the year! Join in on garden shopping, seasonal inspiration, and a full weekend experience with food trucks and live music. Stroll the garden center, shop gifts and home décor, pick out plants for spring, and enjoy lunch and music while you browse. This weekend is made […]
On the day before Mother’s Day, come out to the guided wildflower walks at the Natural Resource Education Center in Russell Woods Forest Preserve. The guided walks will start on the hour, starting at 10 AM. The last walk will start at 1 PM. The NREC will be open, so come in a see the […]
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.
Mother’s Day Weekend is Blumen Gardens’ biggest weekend of the year! Join in on garden shopping, seasonal inspiration, and a full weekend experience with food trucks and live music. Stroll the garden center, shop gifts and home décor, pick out plants for spring, and enjoy lunch and music while you browse. This weekend is made […]
Celebrate Mom with a special Mother’s Day Brunch at Faranda’s! Join on Sunday, May 10th for a memorable dining experience featuring an abundant brunch buffet, chef-attended stations, and a variety of sweet and savory favorites the whole family will enjoy. Guests can indulge in classic breakfast selections, carved meats, fresh salads, decadent desserts, and more—all […]
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. […]
The soundtrack for an American summer wouldn’t be complete without The Beach Boys…surf, sun and California dreaming. This presentation will focus on The Beach Boys “sunniest” years from 1962-1967. With the use of performance and interview clips, we’ll trace the arc of the Beach Boys’ early career from “Surfin’ U.S.A”., “Fun, Fun, Fun” and “California […]
Artist and worship leader, Michael W. Smith, is coming to DeKalb, IL for his KINGDOM COME, Worship Nights tour on May 15, 2026. Smith is one of the biggest names in all of Christian and Worship music and is excited to bring this all new night of worship and hits as only he can. Whether […]
Jazz in Progress joins the DeKalb Public Library for an after-hours concert that will feature different styles of big band and modern jazz music in the library’s main lobby! Jazz in Progress (JIP) organized in 2012 to encourage local musicians to play jazz in support of its mission of musical, charitable, and educational purposes to […]
Malta’s Garage Sale Weekend is May 16th, starting at 8 AM. Some sales open on Thursday and Friday. Also, stop by the annual plant sale at Malta Lions Park.
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 […]
Join the 3rd Annual Genoa’s Market in the Park on May 17th, 2026 from 10 AM–3 PM at Chamberlain Park, Genoa IL. Shop 100+ vendors, enjoy food trucks, and explore art, handmade goods, and vintage finds. Free entry!
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 […]
Join Hy-Vee Sycamore for a free breakfast honoring veterans, active-duty service members, and reservists! As we celebrate America’s 250th birthday, we want to say thank you to the brave men and women who have served and continue to serve our country. This meal is a small token of our gratitude for your sacrifice, dedication, and […]
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. […]
DeKalb Park District, DeKalb Rotary, and the DeKalb Public Library invite you to celebrate the 250th anniversary of our country with a red, white, and blue bikes, skateboards, and rollerblades parade. (No electric scooters, please.) Listen to a patriotic story read by DeKalb Mayor Cohen Barnes. Decorate your bikes, boards, and rollerblades in a star-spangled […]
Memorial day weekend Warehouse on Park kicks off their Summer of 2026 music with the music of Heart! Heart tribute band, Heartless will be performing all your favorite Heart songs from 8-10pm DJ Dave will be opening from 6-7:30pm this is your opportunity to sing on an outdoor stage or just enjoy the starting of […]
Step back in time and experience the warm glow of history at the J.F. Glidden Homestead & Historical Center. As part of the Past Times at Glidden series, this hands-on workshop invites participants to explore the art and function of beeswax candle making in the 19th century. Begin with a brief look at how candlelight […]
Join the Northern Illinois Veterans Memorial for a Memorial Day Sunset Observance at Franklin Township Park. Service Schedule:Pledge of AllegianceNational AnthemWelcome Statement (Brent Bacon)Invocation Pastor (Dee Mede)Laying of WreathsService Branch Medely Musical Selections Intro for Chris Mitchell USMC From Kirkland Chris Mitchell SpeechBuilding of Battle Field CrossTaps (Service Concludes After Taps)
The parade will be held in downtown DeKalb on Memorial Day, Monday, May 25, at 9 a.m., with lineup beginning at 8:30 a.m. The parade will travel west down Locust Street, DeKalb’s honorary Veterans Way, and past the DeKalb Veterans Memorial Mural. It will then proceed north on Linden Place to the Ellwood House. Join […]
On Memorial Day, the Genoa American Legion Riders are coordinating motorcycle escorts for the DeKalb, Sycamore and Genoa Memorial Day Parades. Anyone with a motorcycle may participate and ride at their own risk. Staging starts at the DeKalb Elks Lodge 765, 321 South Annie Glidden Road. If you wish to attend the Mayors’ Memorial Day […]
This will be the 34th breakfast on Memorial Day and the 10th breakfast at the Elks Lodge. DeKalb County Forty et Eight Voiture 207 asks everyone to join the breakfast and then attend one or more of the Memorial Day events. There will be a United Prayer at 7:15 a.m., a short program at 7:30 […]
Share details of your important objects at the Objects in the History of Illinois with State Museum Curator Erika Holst in the Hinckley Community Building.
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. […]
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 […]
You can make music! In this month’s Family Fun Science, use science knowledge and basic recycled materials to make musical instruments. You’ll see that musical instruments don’t have to be fancy or expensive. All it takes is basic knowledge of what makes sound and materials to make those vibrations happen. After a time of building, […]
In this program, Kim Sigafus McIver will present on the history of Native instruments and their use. The drum, rain stick, and flute will be introduced, and attendees will be invited to play an instrument and learn a song. Everyone will also receive a handout of music to take home. A brief Q&A will follow […]
Register on the first day of Summer Reading for Read, White and Blue! Resource Bank will be in the lobby to distribute bookmarks and treats between 10:00 and 1:00 p.m. Children may then collect a clock sheet to track their reading, and they will be set to earn reading rewards and enjoy a summer of […]
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, […]
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. […]
New to the game? New to the area? New to Sycamore Park District Pickleball? Whether you’ve never picked up a paddle or just want to connect with others on the court, this is the perfect place to start. See you there! FREE Pickleball Open House June 3, 1-4pm Community Center, 480 Airport Rd Fun, welcoming […]
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 […]
The Pangelic steelpan and harp duo will perform an eclectic program consisting of musical styles from around the world; these will include classical, calypso, choro, bossa nova, and jazz standards. The duo will be joined by 18-year-old multi-instrumentalist Jaden Teague-Nunez, who will provide rhythmic accompaniment on the cajón—a box-shaped Afro-Peruvian percussion instrument. Liam Teague is […]
The CASA Color Run is a fun, family-friendly 5K! Walk, jog or sprint – anything is fine so long as you have fun! Stick around after the race for music, snacks and water. Registration is $30 for ages 13+, $20 for ages 5-12 and free for children 4 and under. Register online at https://runsignup.com/Race/IL/Sycamore/CASAColorRun.
Experience the healing and wellness-promoting effects of forest therapy, the practice of immersing the senses in the atmosphere of the forest. This 90-minute introductory session will be held at P.A Nehring Forest Preserve at 380 Bethany Rd. in DeKalb. Certified Forest Therapy Guide Beth Hanson of Peace in Nature Forest Therapy will lead this mindful […]
Kids are invited to create their very own Patriotic Paul & Revolutionary Ruth paper dolls inspired by the Flat Stanley concept! After designing and coloring their dolls, participants can take them on adventures, snap photos, and share where their patriotic friends travel. Sponsored by the Daughters of the American Revolution, this hands-on activity encourages creativity […]