Easter Bunny Breakfast at Hy-Vee 2026
2026-03-28 08:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | Hy-Vee, 2700 Dekalb Ave., Sycamore, Illinois, 60178, United States
Join Hy-Vee for a fun-filled morning at Easter Bunny Breakfast!

Date: March 28th

Time: 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Bring the whole family and enjoy a delicious breakfast while the Easter Bunny hops in for photos and smiles! After breakfast, kids can join in the excitement of an Easter Treasure Hunt around the store!

Adults – $10 | Kids – $5

Don’t forget your baskets and your cameras!

Easter Eggstravaganza
2026-03-28 09:00 - 11:00 | Village Bible Church Indian Creek Campus, 209 N Nokomis St., Shabbona, Illinois, 60550, United States
You’re invited to attend an annual Easter Eggstravaganza! For kids of all ages, featuring a carnival, prizes, an egg hunt, and a story!

This is an event you don’t want to miss, and the best part is it’s completely free! Register is encouraged but walk-ins are welcome as well.

Genoa Park District Egg Hunt
2026-03-28 10:00 | Chamberlain Park, 400 East 2nd Street, Genoa, IL, 60135, United States
Celebrate Easter at the Genoa Park District’s Egg Hunt at Chamberlain Park on Saturday, March 28 at 10am! Kids grab your basket and fill it with eggs and maybe a special prize. Children will be separated by age groups for more fun. You will also get to see that special Easter Bunny too. The egg hunt will start promptly at designated times and will go fast, so don’t be late.

Kids' Egg Hunt 2026
2026-03-28 11:00 | Hopkins Park, 1403 Sycamore Road, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
Bring your own baskets and join the fun as children ages 10 and under search for colorful eggs filled with treats! This event is free with no pre-registration required.

Let “The Good Tymes” Roll: Free Showing
2026-03-28 12:00 - 14:00, 2026-03-28 17:30 - 19:30 | Sycamore State Theater, 420 W State St., Sycamore, Illinois, United States
Running from the 1970s-1980s this annual event attracted thousands of people each year. Held in different places throughout the county, including an annual t-shirt, music, and lots of good food! And yes, the Sycamore Park District’s “Good Tymes” shelter is part of the story.

WCPW®: Windy City Women!
2026-03-28 19:00 - 21:30 | The WCPW® Studio, 1600 E. Lincoln Hwy. #2, DeKalb, Illinois, 60115, United States
WCPW®: Windy City Women!

Saturday March 28th, 2026

Doors 6:30pm, Bell 7pm

That Arena Rock Show
2026-03-28 19:30 | Egyptian Theatre, 135 North 2nd Street, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
Back by popular demand! That Arena Rock Show is the ultimate high energy tribute to “Classic” Rock N’ Roll. Performing legendary rock anthems that ruled the airwaves in the 70s and 80s. Including artists like: Led Zeppelin, Aerosmith, AC/DC, Bon Jovi, and Guns N Roses to name a few. This show will take you on a trip back in time, turning every sized venue into an arena for a night! Get your lights out and your fist in the air. This rock show is more than just music – it’s an experience!

Hillcrest Covenant Church Easter Egg Hunt 2026
2026-03-29 12:00 - 13:00 | Hillcrest Covenant Church, 1515 N 1st St., DeKalb, Illinois, 60115, United States
Join Hillcrest Covenant Church for a Community Easter Egg Hunt! This event is FREE and all are welcome! Lunch & games will begin at 11:30am and the Egg Hunt will start at noon.

2026 Food Truck Wednesdays
2026-04-01 11:00 - 14:00, 2026-04-08 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.

Teen Glow-in-the-Dark Egg Hunt
2026-04-02 20:00 - 21:00 | Lions Park Shelter, 700 W. Taylor St., DeKalb, Illinois, 60115, United States
Join a night of glowing fun! This isn’t your typical egg hunt—once the sun goes down, the lights go out and the eggs light up. Grab your friends and get ready to hunt for glowing eggs filled with candy, prizes, and surprises. This will be an individual hunt only, but feel free to run around with your friends!

Prizes will be awarded to the top three participants that collect the most eggs. Special surprise prizes will be hidden in some eggs, as well as be on the lookout for Golden eggs! Free glow necklaces and bracelets will be given at check-in. Pre-registration is required!

Ages 11-18

Faranda's Fish Fry and Community Fundraiser
2026-04-03 16:00 - 20:00 | Faranda’s Banquet Center, 302 Grove Street, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
Serving up great fish for a great cause, year after year. Faranda’s will host its annual Fish Fry Series starting Friday February 6th.
Join on Friday nights 4pm to 8pm until Easter for a night out while you support local nonprofits. Pick from ten entrees with five side choices. All entrees enjoy unlimited access to the soup, salad, and desert stations. Full-service bar, non-alcoholic beverages, and kids menu available.
Want to try something more unique, check weekly for specials starting February 13th. Specials will include Fried Haddock, Catfish, Corned Beef and Cabbage, and more.
10% of all sales will be donated back to local nonprofits.
In 2025 Faranda’s Fish Fry Raised over $4,500 for local nonprofits including Safe Passage, Tails, Elder Care Services, and more. Join in 2026 to make this year’s event even more impactful.

Cortland Easter Egg Hunt
2026-04-03 17:30 - 21:00 | Cortland Community Park, 70 S Llanos St, Cortland, IL
Join the Cortland Lions Club for their annual Easter Egg Hunt on Friday, April 3, featuring fun for every member of the family!

Breakfast with the Bunny 2026
2026-04-04 07:30 - 09:15 | Sycamore Park District Community Center, 480 Airport Rd, Sycamore, IL, 60178
Welcome the bunny to Sycamore and share breakfast with family and friends. Breakfast includes eggs, sausage, pancakes, juice, and coffee. Each child receives a free craft to take home while supplies last. Balloon sculpting. All ages welcome.

$12 per person Registration Deadline: March 28NO ON-SITE REGISTRATION

Have cameras ready to get your picture taken with the bunny.

Toyota of DeKalb Easter Egg Hunt
2026-04-04 08:00 - 09:00 | Toyota of DeKalb, 1890 Sycamore Rd, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
Join Brian Bemis – Toyota of DeKalb for a fun-filled Easter egg hunt featuring candy, games, prizes, a live Easter bunny, and more on Saturday, April 4!

Sandwich Spring Egg Hunt
2026-04-04 09:30 - 10:30 | Knights Park, Sandwich, Illinois, 1001 N Latham St, Sandwich, IL 60548, Sandwich, IL, 60548, United States
This event takes place outside at Knights Park, rain or shine! Dress appropriately and bring a basket to hold your eggs. Kids will be released to hunt eggs by age groups, with 3 and under going first, then 4 to 7 year olds, then 8 & up.

All children must be accompanied by an adult during the egg hunt. Please note there is a limit of 8 eggs per child to ensure everyone has a chance to participate.

This is a FREE EVENT!

After the hunt, stick around to visit the Bunny and snap some photos!

2026 Prairie Crossing Easter Egg Hunt
2026-04-04 10:00 | Prairie Crossing, 409 W. Comanche Ave., Shabbona, Illinois, 60550, United States
Join this 3rd Annual Easter Egg Hunt! The Easter Bunny will be attending and there will be a chance for kids to win an Easter Basket.

Trinity Lutheran Church Easter Egg Hunt
2026-04-04 10:00 - 11:00 | Hallgren Park, 701 Franklin St, DeKalb, Illinois, 60115, United States
Hunt over 6,000 eggs plus special golden eggs at Trinity Lutheran Church’s easter egg hunt on Saturday, April 4th!

Waterman Easter Egg Hunt
2026-04-04 11:00 | Waterman Lions Park, 435 S. Birch St, Waterman, IL, 60556, United States
Join the Waterman Lions Club for their annual Easter Egg Hunt at Waterman Lions Park on Saturday, April 4th at 11am!

Kirkland Lions Easter Egg Hunt
2026-04-04 11:00 - 12:00 | Franklin Township Park, 250 W. South St, Kirkland, IL, United States
Join the Kirkland Lions Club annual easter egg hunt on Saturday, April 4th at 11am at Franklin Township Park!

Easter Egg Hunt
2026-04-04 11:00 - 13:00 | Blumen Gardens, 403 Edward St, Sycamore, IL, 60178, United States
Grab your baskets and join Blumen Gardens for a joyful Easter Egg Hunt. They are turning the gardens into a colorful wonderland filled with hidden eggs and springtime surprises for the kids.

Hunt begins promptly at 11:00am

Children of all ages are invited to search high and low for eggs throughout the gardens. The hunt begins promptly at 11:00am, so be sure to arrive early so you don’t miss the fun. Don’t forget to bring your Easter baskets.

After the hunt, go inside for open play from 11am to 1pm with fun indoor activities for the kids. Adults can relax and enjoy cocktails available for purchase while the kids continue the fun.

This is a FREE community event and everyone is welcome. Please complete the waiver using the QR code on the event page.

In case of inclement weather, the event will be moved indoors.

Kids Easter Egg Hunt
2026-04-04 13:00 - 14:00 | Genoa Vets Club, 311 S Washington St, Genoa, IL, 60135, United States
Bring your basket and get ready to hunt for eggs and meet the Easter bunny! Free and open to the public.

Easter Egg Hunt
2026-04-04 14:00 | Westminster Presbyterian Church, 830 N. Annie Glidden Rd., DeKalb, Illinois, 60115, United States
Join Westminster Presbyterian Church on April 4th at 2pm for their annual Easter Egg Hunt! All are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Bad Momz of Comedy - Stand Up for Seniors
2026-04-04 20:00 | Egyptian Theatre, 135 North 2nd Street, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
Get ready for an evening of laughter that makes a difference! Join the Voluntary Action Center (V.A.C.) for Stand Up for Seniors, a one-of-a-kind comedy fundraiser featuring the hilarious Bad Momz of Comedy, a powerhouse group of real moms sharing genuine laughs about the chaos of everyday life. Known for their quick wit and relatable humor, these women share stories from the trenches of motherhood and beyond, promising a night filled with fun and connection.

All proceeds from the event benefit Meals on Wheels, helping V.A.C. deliver nutritious meals and friendly visits to seniors in our community. Come enjoy a night out at The Egyptian Theatre that fills your heart as much as it tickles your funny bone!

Bad Momz of Comedy, as seen on the Kelly Clarkson Show, continues to sell out shows across the country — making moms and men laugh. Founded by Chicago-based comic Orly KG in 2022, each Bad Momz of Comedy show utilizes a small showcase of hilarious comics from its growing roster of 80+ influential mom/female comics.

Adult Flashlight Egg Hunt
2026-04-04 20:00 - 21:00 | Genoa Vets Club, 311 S Washington St, Genoa, IL, 60135, United States
Adults can be part of a flashlight egg hunt on April 4th at 8pm! Featuring drink specials, 50/50 raffles, and prizes. Bring your own basket.

Faranda's Easter Brunch
2026-04-05 09:30 - 14:30 | Faranda’s Banquet Center, 302 Grove Street, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
Weather you are looking for an Easter Feast for one or are gathering the grandkids, Faranda’s Easter Brunch create lasting memories.
Enjoy a delicious all you can eat buffet style meal. Buffets include: breakfast buffet with eggs, meats, French toast, avocado toast, biscuits & gravy, quiche, and more, lunch buffet with baked ham, mashed potatoes, baked cod, lobster mac & cheese, and more, appetizer buffet with charcuterie board, smoked salmon, shrimp cocktail, salads, soup, and more. The highlight of the experience will be the live stations where staff bring the meal together before your eyes. These stations include made-to-order omelet station, prime rib carving station, and a sauteed pasta station. Finish off your meal with the desert bar including a chocolate fountain, ice cream machine, and munch more.
Seatings available 9:30am to 2:30pm.Call 815-756-2345 or visit Farandas.com for information and reservations.*Reservations Requited*

Taste of Spring 2026
2026-04-09 16:00 - 20:00 | Sycamore, IL, Sycamore, IL, 60178, United States
Taste of Spring returns to downtown Sycamore for an evening of wine, shopping, and springtime charm!

Grab your tasting glass and your event ticket, stroll through downtown shops, sip 20 curated wines with small bites at several businesses. You’ll enjoy a fabulous charcuterie board from Catering By Diann at check in. It’s the perfect way to sip, stroll, and explore all that downtown Sycamore has to offer. Wine in hand. Downtown at your feet. Friends, shops, strolls, and just enough buzz to forget winter ever happened!

New this year: the event starting/check-in location will be in Downtown Sycamore! Old National Bank at 230 W State in Sycamore.

Check-in will take place between 4:00–7:00 PM. From there, you will be free to visit each participating business on your tasting card at your own pace.

Thursday, April 9

4:00–7:00 PM

Start at Old National Bank and get your tasting card and souvenir Taste of Spring wine glass

Whether you’re discovering a new favorite wine, enjoying delicious bites, or shopping local, Taste of Spring is the perfect way to welcome the season in downtown Sycamore.

DeKalb County Volunteer Fair
2026-04-09 17:00 - 19:00 | Egyptian Theatre, 135 North 2nd Street, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
Join the first-ever
DeKalb County Volunteer Fair:Thursday, April 9, 20265:00pm – 7:00pm
The best local nonprofits are gathering under one roof, so individuals looking for ways to support can find the cause that needs their unique talents. A strong volunteer program is vital to the success of so many nonprofits, including those which serve DeKalb County. This event is designed to do two things: connect local causes with people who power them and empower individuals to find meaningful ways to give back.
This event is open to the public and free to attend. It has been planned by the following members of the 2025-2026 DeKalb Chamber Leadership Academy class:
Casey Bachochin, DeKalb TownshipRobin Borgione, Egyptian TheatreMegann Horstead, Shaw MediaEmily Kvasnicka, DeKalb Park DistrictNicole Ruffin, Safe PassageCharles Schmitt, DeKalb MechanicalMenelek Shah, NIU Police Department
If you represent a nonprofit that might be interested in participating or have any questions about this event, please email robin@egyptiantheatre.org or call (815) 758-1215, ext. 8.

Liverpool Legends
2026-04-10 19:30 | Egyptian Theatre, 135 North 2nd Street, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
Liverpool Legends are four incredibly talented musicians/actors put together by Louise Harrison, sister of the late George Harrison, to honor her brother and The Beatles, and re-create the band that changed the world forever. Experience the complete history of The Beatles, starting with the early mop-top hits, such as I Want To Hold Your Hand, She Loves You, and Twist and Shout. You’ll then take a Magical Mystery Tour down Penny Lane, through the psychedelic era of Sgt. Pepper. And in The End, Come Together and sing and dance to classics like Get Back, Here Comes the Sun, and Hey Jude. This internationally acclaimed group has toured the world, with sold out performances in the US, Europe, Mexico, Canada, Israel, Ukraine, and South America. They’ve also recorded at the world-famous Abbey Road Studios in London and received a Grammy nomination for their work on “Fab Fan Memories – A Beatles Bond.” Liverpool Legends have headlined their own show in Branson, Missouri since 2005. They have been awarded Best Band, Best Show, Best Tribute Show, and received the Visitor’s Choice Award for Entertainer of the Year. With note perfect vocals, precise attention to every musical detail, along with costume changes, vintage instruments, and new state-of-the-art multi-media, Liverpool Legends will make you feel like you are seeing the real Beatles. Come see why Liverpool Legends are captivating audiences all around the world!
