Pickin' & Grinnin' at Robert's Family Farm
2025-07-12 17:30 - 20:30 (America/Chicago) | Roberts Family Farms, 905 S. County Line Road, Sandwich, Illinois, 60548, United States
Enjoy live music and food as you celebrate the midpoint of summer at Robert’s Family Farms! Amber Berg and Andrew Dylan play your favorite classic rock, rock, pop, country and Americana. Making their debut in Sandwich for a wonderful family farm.

American Cash a Tribute to Johnny Cash
2025-07-12 19:00 - 22:00 | Warehouse on Park, 662 Park Ave, Genoa, IL, 60135, United States
The Warehouse on Park welcomes American Cash for this special evening featuring the songs of the man in black, Johnny Cash.

American Cash is the midwest’s most authentic and dynamic tribute to one of the greatest songwriters and performers in modern music history, Johnny Cash.

The Man in Black comes alive as the band covers his early hits like Folsom Prison Blues, I Walk The Line and Hey Porter along with 70’s hit One Piece At A Time. The band even covers several of JC’s final recordings in 2002 produced by Rick Rubin including Hurt, Rusty Cage and Tennessee Stud.

Solo artist Chris Minardi will be performing before American Cash takes the stage.

American Cash will be performing from 8-10pmThere will be a signature cocktail & food for this epic event!

$10 on Eventbrite $15 at the gate

Gate & bar opens at 6:30pm16 & over eventNo outside food or drink allowedNo PetsYou can bring chairsLimited parking, carpooling suggestedGolf carts can park in the alley near the gate

The Crafty Farmer's Open Air Market
2025-07-13 09:00 - 15:00 | Hy-Vee, 2700 Dekalb Ave., Sycamore, Illinois, 60178, United States
Check out The Crafty Farmers Open Air Market! The 2025 season starts Sunday, May 4th and occurs every other Sunday until October 5th.

Sparks Fly the T Swift Experience Live
2025-07-13 12:30 - 17:00 | Warehouse on Park, 662 Park Ave, Genoa, IL, 60135, United States
Back by popular demand, The Warehouse on park is super excited to welcome back, Sparks Fly!

Sparks fly is the areas biggest and best Taylor Swift tribute band! This special Sunday afternoon experience will surely be one that the whole family will remember! Sparks fly will be performing from 3-5pm.

There will also be a solo artist performing before they take the stage! Chicks with Picks will be opening for Sparks fly they will be playing classic to current hits covering several styles! Mash ups, Medleys, Dance, Rock, Pop, Country from 1-2:30pm

Also back is Frybabies Concessions, Amys Art of Faces, Landing Grounds Coffee & Sweet Swirl Candy for this unforgettable musical experience!

If you missed this musical experience last year this is your new chance!

There will be a mocktail bar as well as adult signature cocktails available.

This is a family friendly event5 & under free entry6 & up $10 on Eventbrite $15 at the gate per person

Gate & bar opens at 1:30pm

No outside food or drinks allowedNo PetsLimited parking available, carpooling suggestedGolf carts can park in the alley near the gate

Kids' Concert in the Park
2025-07-15 10:30 - 11:15 | Hopkins Park Band Shell, 1403 Sycamore Road, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
Welcome to Rockin’ with Ronnie: Kids Concerts in the Park!

These FREE concerts are held on select Tuesdays from June to August, from 10:30 to 11:15 am.

July 15: Miss Jamie’s FarmSing, dance, laugh, and learn about life down on the farm with Miss Jamie and her puppet animal friends! Kids use the power of their imagination to help with the chores, plant and harvest the crops, and pretend to be pollinators and more in this interactive musical show that’s fun for kids and grown-ups alike! Perfect for ages 3-7, but younger and older children will enjoy the show as well.

Sycamore Farmers' Market
2025-07-15 15:00 - 18:00, 2025-07-22 15:00 - 18:00 | Kar-Fre Flowers, 1126 E. State St. Sycamore, Sycamore, Illinois, 60178, United States
Shop fresh produce, meat, canned items, art, and more from locals at the Sycamore Farmers’ Market!

DeKalb Municipal Band Concert 2025
2025-07-15 19:30 - 21:00, 2025-07-22 19:30 - 21:00 | Hopkins Park Band Shell, 1403 Sycamore Road, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
Join the DeKalb Park District for the 171st season of Municipal Band Concerts on Tuesday nights this summer! These FREE concerts begin at 7:30 pm in the Hopkins Park Bandshell.

Stories at Huntley Park
2025-07-16 10:00 - 10:30 | Huntley Park, 200 Prospect st, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
It’s summertime, so join John and Laura at the park for the DeKalb Public Library’s 5th summer of outdoor story times! They will be reading stories, singing songs, and having fun. After the stories, go play on the playground. Bringing a blanket is encouraged to make sitting on the grass a little more comfortable.
All of the story times are at Huntley Park at 2nd and Garden Street in DeKalb. Look for them in the southwestern corner.
It will be announce on the DeKalb Public Library Facebook page if the program is cancelled due to weather.
For questions or further information, please contact John at johna@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.

2025 Family Fun Fest
2025-07-16 16:30 - 19:00 | Hopkins Park, 1403 Sycamore Road, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
Join the summertime fun at Family Fun Fest in Hopkins Park on Wednesday, July 16th! This free-to-attend event is packed with family-friendly activities, swag, and giveaways for everyone to enjoy. Meet and connect with local businesses and organizations in a fun and engaging atmosphere while making summer memories with your family!

This event will be held on Wednesday, July 16th, at Hopkins Park from 4:30-7:00 pm. The event is free for attendees. Vendors are located in the grass behind the bandshell. Enter Family Fun Fest at the stoplight at the intersection of Sycamore Road and Dresser Road.

Beginner Line Dancing
2025-07-16 18:00 - 20:00 | Denim & Diamonds Saloon, 425 W State St., Sycamore, IL, 60178, United States
Beginner lessons from 6-8pm

Open dancing until 10pmEvery Wednesday, unless noted on their calendar.

Bottle BINGO at Whiskey Acres
2025-07-16 18:00 - 20:30 | Whiskey Acres, 11504 Keslinger Rd, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
Join Whiskey Acres for another night of Bottle BINGO! Doors open at 6pm, BINGO starts at 7pm and features 10 rounds. $10 cover charge per person. Rent A Chef will be on-site selling food.

2025 Music at the Mansion
2025-07-16 18:30 - 20:30 | Ellwood House, 420 Linden Place, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
Grab your friends and family, bring your blankets and chairs, and don’t forget your dancing shoes for an amazing FREE music experience set against the backdrop of the Ellwood Mansion. Select Wednesday evenings this summer, the pre-show starts at 6:30 pm and the headline show is from 7:00-8:30 pm. A select menu of beer, wine, beverages, food, and snacks will be available for purchase on-site each week.

June 11 – The Flat Cats

Vintage swing meets modern flair! This Chicago-based band blends hot jazz, blues, and timeless standards with a high-energy performance guaranteed to get the crowd moving.

June 18 – The PriSSillas

Known for their “Classy Rock” style, this all-female powerhouse band bridges the gap between classic rock legends and modern alt-rock hits with dynamic medleys and tons of charisma.

June 25 – Latin Swing Factor

Dance the night away to sizzling salsa beats and reimagined Top 40 hits. Latin Swing Factor infuses every performance with Chicago soul and Puerto Rican swing for a truly unique experience.

July 9 – Prairie Station

A country music experience for the whole family! This band delivers everything from Johnny Cash classics to today’s hottest chart-toppers in a fun, interactive show.

July 16 – The Messengers – Rescheduled

Expect the unexpected with mashups and medleys that span decades. The Messengers keep audiences singing and dancing with a mix of old-school favorites and current hits.

July 23 – The Beaux Band

A Rock & Roll tribute to the greats! From Tom Petty to ZZ Top, this six-member band delivers classic rock hits with powerful vocals and unmatched energy.

August 6 – The Messengers

The band’s extensive set list features sing-along favorites and unexpected medleys that blend classic hits with today’s current chart-toppers. This mix of old and new ensures that every performance is fresh and exciting, offering something for everyone.

August 13 – The PriSSillas

Known for their Classy Rock style, they connect beloved classic artists like Led Zeppelin, CCR, and The Doobie Brothers with modern rock and alternative legends such as Green Day, Pearl Jam, and The White Stripes. Their setlist features a blend of these influences, showcasing their versatility and skill in creating unforgettable medleys.

Stories & a Stroll: P.A. Nehring Forest Preserve
2025-07-17 10:00 - 11:00 | DeKalb Public Library, 309 Oak St, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
It’s the fourth year of Stories & a Stroll with the DeKalb County Forest Preserve! Just like in years past, the DeKalb Public Library children’s librarians will lead a short nature-themed story time, and then naturalists with the DeKalb County Forest Preserve will take us on an approximately 40-minute guided hike. This month’s hike is P.A. Nehring Forest Preserve.
There are no bathrooms at Nehring, so please plan ahead!
There is no registration required for this program. Families with children of all ages are welcome.
Please email lauraw@dkpl.org or call (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350 with any questions.

DeKalb Farmers' Market
2025-07-17 10:00 - 14:00 | Van Buer Plaza, 148-198 N 2nd St, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
Vendors, food trucks, and live music! Soak up the summer at the DeKalb Farmers’ Market where over 25 local vendors bring you everything from fresh produce and flowers to baked goods, honey, olive oil, coffee, handmade crafts, and more! Browse the booths, enjoy live tunes from the Live Lunch Music Series presented by the Egyptian Theatre, and grab a bite from your favorite local food trucks.

Cash, credit, and Link are accepted. They offer Link Match, so Link card holders can purchase up to $50 worth of produce for just $25! Visit the Information Booth on market days for Link tokens and Link Match to use at qualifying vendors.

Learn more at dekalb.org/dekalb-farmers-market.

Hinckley Summer Band Concerts
2025-07-17 18:00 - 20:00 | Hinckley Community Building, 100 N. Maple Street, Hinckley,, Illinois
Enjoy Hinckley’s friendly, small-town hospitality. Bring your lawn chairs and refreshments to the Community Building lawn (100 Maple Street, Hinckley). Free concerts from 6-8 p.m. are organized by the Hinckley Historical Society.

Thursday June 19, the 40 piece Fox Valley Brass Band will provide a variety of traditional and contemporary brass music. The skilled volunteer musicians promote music enjoyment for all ages.

Thursday July 17, Ann Stewart and the Banjo Buddies Dixieland Jazz Band provide a show of classic Dixieland Jazz and improvisations that keep the music fresh and entertaining.

Thursday August 21, the Jazz in Progress 18-piece community band features classical jazz, swing-era and favorites from across the decades. Soloists will add to their performance.

Malta Music in the Park
2025-07-17 18:00 - 20:00 | Malta Lions Park, 409 N 4th Street, Malta, IL, 60150, United States
Enjoy live tunes and summer vibes at Malta Music in the Park at Malta Lions Park! This free, family-friendly concert series features performances from 6–8 PM, including the Yankee Cowboy Band on Thursday, July 17, The Beaux Band on Thursday, August 20, and Sound Check Band on Thursday, September 18. Grab a bite from the Press Box Food Truck or Andale Taco Shop, bring your lawn chairs, and feel free to BYOB for a relaxing evening of music in the park.

Summer Wine and Cocktail Dinner
2025-07-17 18:00 - 20:00 | Whiskey Acres, 11504 Keslinger Rd, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
Chef Rudy is back with another pairing dinner, and this time friends from Lynfred Winery are joining. Check it out here.

2025 Summer Concert Series
2025-07-17 19:00 - 20:30 | Good Tymes Shelter, 435 Airport Rd, Sycamore, IL, 60178
Thursdays • 7pm • Good Tymes Shelter • FREE

Bring seating or a blanket. Food from the gill including burgers, hot dogs, and brats as well as snacks, beer, and wine are available for purchase (cash or credit). If a concert is canceled due to weather, it will be posted on the Park District’s Facebook page and homepage.

Music Schedule:

June 5: Simple RemedyExperience a vibrant melting pot of American music, bringing together the best elements of Classic and Modern Country, Chicago Blues, American Soul, and The Nashville Sound.

June 12: Howard and the White BoysChicago, a city steeped in blues history, is where Howard and the White Boys have honed their chops since their inception in 1988. Howard and the White Boys have toured and performed with some of the biggest names in blues.

June 19: StingRaysThe StingRays play the greatest music ever written and play it with the energy, passion, and authenticity of the artists whose music they love: Rockabilly (tons of 60s) to the 70s.

July 10: Second Time AroundThe 60s and 70s were not only a time of musical evolution, but musical revolution – don’t miss this extraordinary classic rock experience!

July 17: Panic at the CostcoSpanning the 60s through 90s you’ll hear iconic classics and surprise deep cuts you didn’t realize you missed. The perfect balance of familiarity and excitement is what makes them a favorite for music lovers of all ages.

July 24: Billy EltonPresented in partnership with the Sycamore Library. Take a timeless journey through the catalogs of two of the greatest singers, pianists, and songwriters in pop music history – Billy Joel and Elton John.

Line & couples Dancing
2025-07-18 08:00 - 17:00 | Denim & Diamonds Saloon, 425 W State St., Sycamore, IL, 60178, United States
Join DJ Dave at Denim and Dimonds for Line Dancing and Couples Dancing beginning at 7pmEvery Friday unless noted on their calendar.

Movie in the Park
2025-07-18 19:00 | Knights Park, Sandwich, Illinois, 1001 N Latham St, Sandwich, IL 60548, Sandwich, IL, 60548, United States
Movie in the Park is back this summer! These events are free to attend and open to all ages, so be sure to mark your calendars and bring the whole family out for a fun night at Knights Park! Concessions open at 7pm.

Movies start at dusk:

June 20th – Inside Out 2

July 18th – Barbie

August 15th – Back to the Future

Family Fun Summer Science
2025-07-19 11:30 - 12:30 | DeKalb Public Library, 309 Oak St, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
It’s time for the DeKalb Public Library’s annual Family Fun Science summer extravaganza! They will be combining favorite summer activities—making ice cream and launching bottle rockets—with the perennially popular running through a sprinkler.
The program is limited to the first 30 children to arrive. Sign-up will begin at the children’s desk 1 hour before the event.
For additional information, please email Laura at lauraw@dkpl.org or call (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.

Sub 70 & Whiskey Acres Closest to the Pin Contest
2025-07-19 15:00 - 19:00 | Whiskey Acres, 11504 Keslinger Rd, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
$5 = 3 Balls

$10 – 7 Balls

All proceeds donated to the DeKalb County Community Foundation

FUN GAMES AND PRIZES!

CLOSEST TO THE PIN (100 YD) MEN’S + WOMEN’S WINNERS

1st place = $150 Whiskey Acres Gift Card + Custom Sub 70 Wedge Golf Club

2nd Place = $75 Whiskey Acres Gift Card + Sub 70 SWAG BAG

3rd Place = $25 Whiskey Acres Gift Card + Sub 70 SWAG

ADDITIONAL TARGET GOLF WINNERS

Hit 50 + 75 yd targets to win additional prizes

HOLE-IN-ONE BONUS PRIZE

150 yd (10″ cup) = $500 cash prize

(in unlikely event of multiple hole-in-one winners, prize will be split)

Cocktails at the Crib 2025
2025-07-19 16:00 - 19:00 | DeKalb County History Center, 1730 N. Main Street, Sycamore, IL, 60178, United States
With a scenic farmstead location along a beautiful pond as a backdrop, the DeKalb County History Center is hosting its fourth annual Cocktails at the Crib fundraiser this July.

Gather your friends and stop by for an entertaining evening to savor a drink and enjoy tasty appetizers and sweets. Bid on extraordinary silent auction items, as well as tour the new exhibit “Food: Gathering Around the Table.” Get an up-close look at the future campus vision, including ongoing construction and access to the historic corn crib.

Cocktails at the Crib, presented by Resource Bank, will be held 4 to 7 pm on Saturday, July 19 at the DeKalb County History Center, 1730 N. Main Street, Sycamore.

Tickets are $50 each and include souvenir cocktail glasses (quantity limited), music by Craig Mathey & Friends, tasty appetizers, desserts, games, a silent auction, and cash bar with first beverage included in ticket price. The event’s specialty drink is Whiskey Acres’ “Bourbon & Blues.” Wine, beer, soft drinks, and water are also offered.

On-site parking is available. Advance ticket purchase is highly recommended. Tickets can be purchased at the History Center or online at DeKalbCountyHistory.org. Additional details will be regularly shared on Facebook, Instagram and the website. For more information visit DeKalbCountyHistory.org or call 815-895-5762.

DKCU Men's Home Game
2025-07-19 17:00 - 19:00 | NIU Soccer and Track & Field Complex, Stadium Drive, DeKalb, Illinois, 60115, United States
Since 2023, DeKalb County United has been revolutionizing local soccer. Their unified men’s squad is making waves in both the Midwest Premier League (MWPL) and the Greater Chicago Soccer League (GCSL). Check out their 2025 home game schedule below:

5/21 DeKalb County United vs RWB Adria

6/5 DeKalb County United vs Rockford

6/14 DeKalb County United vs AFC Roscoe

6/28 DeKalb County United vs Chicago House AC

7/12 DeKalb County United vs Czarni Jaslo

7/19 DeKalb County United vs Green Bay Glory

7/27 DeKalb County United vs Bavarian United SC

Spaceface a Tribute to David Bowie
2025-07-19 19:00 - 22:00 | Warehouse on Park, 662 Park Ave, Genoa, IL, 60135, United States
Dedicated to the Brilliance of David Bowie, Spaceface will be performing his iconic songs from the early years up to his last album.

Signature food & cocktails for this super fun Bowie party!

Gate & bar opens at 6:30pm$10 on Eventbrite $15 at the gate

16 & over eventNo outside food or drinks allowedNo petsYou can bring chairsLimited parking, carpooling suggested

Golf carts can park in the alley by the gate

Grill N Chill
2025-07-20 16:00 - 19:00 | Chamberlain Park, 400 East 2nd Street, Genoa, IL, 60135, United States
Join Fargo Skateboarding in Genoa on Sunday, July 20 from 4-7pm for skating and grilling!

Blumen Gardens Food Truck Tuesdays
2025-07-22 16:00 - 20:00 | Blumen Gardens, 403 Edward St, Sycamore, IL, 60178, United States
Mark your calendars for Food Truck Tuesday at Blumen Gardens! Join them for an evening of gastronomic delights. With a rotating lineup of food trucks, there’s something to satisfy every craving. Plus, enjoy the enchanting tunes of live music while you dine al fresco. Come hungry and leave happy!

Trivia Night at Class VI
2025-07-22 19:00 - 21:00 | Class VI, 214 East Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb, Illinois, 60115, United States
Celebrate the 250th anniversary of the founding of our country with an American-themed trivia night at Class VI Wine and Charcuterie! Join regular hosts of their Monday night trivia, Rich and Steve, who will lead you in six rounds of 10 questions, and a final picture round. Menu of wines and charcuterie boards available during trivia.
Class VI Wine and Charcuterie
This event is intended for adults, and teens accompanied by an adult. Registration is not required.
For more information, contact Susan at susang@dkpl.org or (815) 756-9568 ext. 2114.
