Sycamore Winter Farmers Market
2026-02-21 10:00 - 13:00, 2026-03-07 10:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | Flowers by Emelia and Prairie Wildflowers, 1126 E. State St, Sycamore, Illinois, 60178, United States
Shop honey, wool, bread, crafts, teas, and more at the Sycamore Winter Farmers Market every 1st and 3rd Saturday November-March from 10am-1pm in their greenhouse!

Valentine’s Day Market on February 14th.

Sound Healing: Rest & Renewal
2026-02-21 11:00 - 12:00 | DeKalb Public Library, 309 Oak St, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
Noelle of Bare Soul Healing leads this free sound healing session designed to ease the nervous system and quiet the mind. Soothing vibrations from therapeutic instruments such as crystal singing bowls, Koshi chimes, drums and more create a peaceful space for grounding, relaxation, and renewal.
This session will pay special attention to the heart chakra, in honor of Valentine’s Day.
Please bring a yoga mat or towel if you wish. A limited number of chairs will also be available.
Due to the nature of this event, we will be closing the doors when the program begins at 11:00 a.m., so please arrive on time if you wish to be admitted.
This event does not require registration. It is first come, first served, and there is a limit of 50 participants. It is limited to ages 12 and up.
Noelle is a healing practitioner in Sycamore and has a passion for sharing the benefits of sound healing with the public. Bare Soul Healing is a nature-rooted practice integrating sound healing, yoga, meditation, astrology, and other methods dedicated to supporting emotional well-being and inner peace.
For additional information, please contact Chelsea at chelsear@dkpl.org or (815) 756-9568 ext. 1700.

6th Annual Bridal Bash
2026-02-21 11:00 - 14:00 | Blumen Gardens, 403 Edward St, Sycamore, IL, 60178, United States
Join Blumen Gardens Saturday, February 21st from 11-2PM for their Bridal Bash!

Newly engaged? Already booked at Blumen? Join the 6th Annual Bridal Bash for an unforgettable day of wedding inspiration! Explore their beautiful venue, connect with top-tier wedding vendors, and gather ideas to make your dream wedding a reality.

Fatty's 2026 Craft Beer & Whiskey Expo
2026-02-21 13:00 - 16:00 | Novak Room at Fatty’s, 1312 W Lincoln Hwy, DeKalb, IL, 60115
Get your tickets now for Fatty’s Annual Craft Beer & Whiskey Expo! Saturday, February 21st from 1pm-4pm in the Novak Room!

Over 40 different beers to choose from. Brewery reps will be on hand plus a whiskey & bourbon tasting featuring whiskeys from some great brands! All ticket holders get a Fatty’s logo heavy base whiskey glass to keep!

Tickets are on sale now, the earlier you buy, the more you save.

Your ticket to Fatty’s Expo also includes an appetizer buffet!

Spots are limited get yours today!

Must be 21 or older to attend.

Lounge Lizard Party
2026-02-21 16:00 - 19:00 | Warehouse on Park, 662 Park Ave, Genoa, IL, 60135, United States
Calling all lounge lizards! Warehouse on Park is hosting the annual lounge lizard party featuring The Rod Stewart Experience and cocktails!

Welcoming Clifford Tartaglia, The Rod Stewart Experience! Clifford will be singing all your favorite Rod the Mod songs from 4 PM to 7 PM!

Featuring your favorite lounge lizard cocktails.

Bar will open at 3:30PM

No outside food or drinks allowed

No pets

21 & over event

Daddy-Daughter and Heroes Dance
2026-02-21 17:30 - 19:30 | Haish Gym, 303 S. 9th Street, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
Get ready to hula the night away at the DeKalb Park District tropical-themed Daddy-Daughter & Heroes dance! Fathers/Heroes and daughters are invited to celebrate their special bond with an unforgettable evening of island fun. Enjoy dancing, light snacks, sweet treats, refreshments, games, contests, a photo op, and more, all with a colorful luau twist. Put on your Hawaiian shirts, grass skirts, and leis, and join a night full of laughter, love, and lasting memories!

Space is limited and the event is likely to sell out.

DeKalb, IL Resident: $37 | Non-resident: $46

Register Here: https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/dekalbparkdistrict/activity/search/detail/3722?onlineSiteId=0&locale=en-US&from_original_cui=true
(Fee includes on child and one adult.)
Attending with an additional child? Register them here: https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/dekalbparkdistrict/activity/search/detail/3721?onlineSiteId=0&locale=en-US&from_original_cui=true

WCPW®: Barb City Beatdown!
2026-02-21 19:00 - 21:30 | DeKalb Sports and Recreation Center, 1765 S 4th St, DeKalb, IL, 60115
WCPW®: Barb City Beatdown!

Saturday February 21st, 2026

Doors 6:30pm, Bell 7pm

DeKalb Sports & Recreation Center

1765 S 4th St

DeKalb, IL 60115

Scheduled to appear so far:

WCPW® Champion Redus Atlas in his 1st Title defense!

“The Absolute Truth” Alexander Moss

WCPW® Tag Team Champion Joseph Von Jager

“The H.N.I.C.” Nino Hatchet

A Women’s Match

“The Wild Heart” EJ Swanson

Stage Coach Players Presents Gypsy
2026-02-21 19:30 - 20:30, 2026-02-22 14:00 - 15:00 | Stage Coach Players, 126 S. Fifth St., DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
Gypsy is considered by many to be one of Broadway’s all-time triumphs. It tells the story of ambitious showbiz mother Rose, who treks across the country with her daughters Baby June and Louise in search of success with their homespun vaudeville act. As times change, Rose is forced to accept the demise of vaudeville and the rise of burlesque, as well as her daughters’ quest for autonomy.

With many classic songs like “Everything’s Coming Up Roses”, “You Gotta Get a Gimmick”, and “Let Me Entertain You”, Gypsy is one you won’t want to miss!

Show dates for Gypsy are as follows:

Thursday, February 12, 2026 • 7:30 PM

Friday, February 13, 2026 • 7:30 PM

Saturday, February 14, 2026 • 7:30 PM

Sunday, February 15, 2026 • 2:00 PM

Thursday, February 19, 2026 • 7:30 PM

Friday, February 20, 2026 • 7:30 PM

Saturday, February 21, 2026 • 7:30 PM

Sunday, February 22, 2026 • 2:00 PM

Tickets can be purchased here or by calling our box office at 815-758-1940.

Love Your Library Author Fair
2026-02-22 11:00 - 15:00 | Clinton Township Public Library, 110 S Elm St.,, Waterman, Illinois, 60556, United States
Come join the fun and find your new favorite author at the “Love Your Library” Author Fair! Chat with your new favorite authors and purchase signed copies of their books. This event will also feature tacos and live music!

2026 Soup-er Sundays
2026-02-22 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-03-08 12:00 - 13:00 | Glidden Historical Center, 921 W Lincoln Hwy, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
The highly anticipated Soup-er Sundays lecture series returns for its fourth year in 2026. You won’t want to miss these!

National Margarita Day Brunch
2026-02-22 12:00 - 15:00 | El Jimador Mexican Grill, 260 E Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb, Illinois, 60115, United States
Join El Jimador Mexican Grill on National Margarita Day for a fiesta of flavors and fun! Savor delicious margaritas and mouth-watering Mexican cuisine in a vibrant atmosphere.

Transformation Through Rhythm
2026-02-22 15:00 - 17:00 | DeKalb High School, 501 W Dresser Rd, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
Arcomusical cordially invites you to attend Transformation Through Rhythm, an annual event to drum up a good cause! The concert will feature the percussion duo Escape Ten, a nationally-recognized ensemble founded by percussionists Dr. Andrea Venet (University of North Florida) and Annie Stevens (Virginia Tech University), as well as beloved local percussion groups: Harambee Ensemble, DeKalb High School Percussion Ensemble, Northern Illinois University Percussion Ensemble, and Arcomusical. All donations received will benefit the more than 150 non-profit organizations based in and/or serving DeKalb County. Admission is free, and donations will be collected both digitally and in-person at the event.

Pros at the Pick: Jessi Haish LaRue
2026-02-24 11:00 - 12:00 | Pick Museum of Anthropology, Cole Hall 114, DeKalb, Illinois, 60115, United States
Join the NIU Pick Museum of Anthropology for coffee and conversation at Pros at the Pick — a space to make connections and gain insight about what really goes on in museums. This spring we are excited to feature Jessi Haish LaRue, the Executive Director of the J.F. Glidden Homestead & Historical Center in DeKalb.
Jessi is proving that history can be innovative, community-powered, and anything but dusty. Leading the organization since 2022, she brings a creative, forward-looking approach to the birthplace of “The Winner” barbed wire—home to two National Register of Historic Places buildings. An eighth-generation DeKalb County resident and descendant of barbed wire baron Jacob Haish, Jessi’s connection to local history is both deeply personal and future-focused. With a journalism background from Kishwaukee College and Northern Illinois University, she pairs strong storytelling with strategic vision, guiding a lean operation of one part-time staff member and a dedicated volunteer team, funded entirely by donations. Under her leadership, the Homestead has expanded programming, fundraising, and public engagement, including the launch of Barbed Wire Weekend in 2024 celebrating the 150th anniversary of Joseph F. Glidden’s patent, and earning a 2026 DeKalb Chamber of Commerce Nonprofit of the Year nomination.

Countdown to the Oscars Film Series
2026-02-24 19:00 - 20:30, 2026-03-03 19:00 - 20:30 | Egyptian Theatre, 135 North 2nd Street, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
Join the Egyptian Theatre’s countdown to the Oscars with this film series celebrating Academy Award nominees and winners through the decades. Shown on the largest movie screen in DeKalb County, you don’t want to miss this exciting lineup.

Tuesdays at 7:00 PMJanuary 6 – Les Misérables (1935)January 13 – Spellbound (1945)January 20 – Mister Roberts (1955)January 27 – Thunderball (1965)February 3 – The Man Who Would Be King (1975)February 10 – Witness (1985)February 17 – Apollo 13 (1995)February 24 – Good Night, and Good Luck (2005)March 3 – Mad Max: Fury Road (2015)March 10 – Anora **2025 Best Picture Winner**

Soul Food at Neptune
2026-02-26 11:00 - 14:00 | Neptune Hall, 770 Lucinda Ave, DeKalb, Illinois, 60115
A communal dining experience celebrating Black culture, tradition and community. Join us incollaboration with Neptune Dining to celebrate Black Heritage Month with a delicious full-course meal showcasing African American cultural cuisine!

Faranda's Fish Fry and Community Fundraiser
2026-02-27 16:00 - 20:00, 2026-03-06 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.

Boo'ze & Spirits
2026-02-27 20:00 - 22:00 | Egyptian Theatre, 135 North 2nd Street, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
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 building that opened in 1929 but also all of the Theatre’s ghostly guests.

This tour, which is in the dark using only your flashlights, starts in our lobby and will include climbing stairs and extended periods of standing. Doors open 30 min prior to the tour beginning. Be sure to grab a drink from the concession stand to make it a truly spirited evening!

Everyone must bring a flashlight for the tour. 10 and older allowed but minors must be accompanied by an adult.

This evening tour will last approximately 2 hours and the tickets are limited, so don’t wait! The tour involves many stairs and no elevator is available.

Self-care Fair
2026-02-28 09:00 - 14:00 | Sycamore Park District Community Center, 480 Airport Rd, Sycamore, IL, 60178
Relax, recharge, and rediscover what makes you feel your best at this free community event celebrating wellness in all its forms. Stroll through booths from local businesses and organizations offering products, services, and inspiration to nurture your mind, body, and spirit. Amazing raffle prizes contributed by vendors will be awarded throughout the event!

Jack Benny: An Illinois Original
2026-02-28 15:00 - 16:00 | DeKalb Public Library, 309 Oak St, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
Jack Benny is regarded as one of the top comedians in American history, shining in vaudeville, radio, television, and film, while making a huge impact upon the sitcom genre. Join Film Historian Dr. Annette Bochenek for a special “Hometowns to Hollywood” tribute to Jack Benny, as she discusses his career, legacy, and early years in Waukegan, IL, in a multimedia presentation.
This event is intended for adults. Registration is not required. This is part of the America 250 initiative: celebrating our nation throughout the year. It is sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
For more information, contact Susan at susang@dkpl.org or (815) 756-9568 ext. 2114.

Dinosaur World Live
2026-03-01 14:00 - 15:00 | Egyptian Theatre, 135 North 2nd Street, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
Dare to experience the dangers and delights of Dinosaur World Live in this Olivier award-winning interactive show for all the family.

Grab your compass and join an intrepid explorer across uncharted territories to discover a pre-historic world of astonishing (and remarkably life-like) dinosaurs. Meet a host of impressive creatures, including every child’s favorite flesh-eating giant, the Tyrannosaurus Rex, a Triceratops, Giraffatitan, Microraptor and Segnosaurus!

A special meet and greet after the show offers all brave explorers the chance to make a new dinosaur friend.

Now an international smash hit, Dinosaur World Live is ready for its third major US tour. Don’t miss this entertaining and mind-expanding Jurassic adventure, live on stage.

Brown Bag Lunch Program: Dr. Letitia Westgate
2026-03-05 12:00 - 13:00 | DeKalb County History Center, 1730 N. Main Street, Sycamore, IL, 60178, United States
The DeKalb County History Center’s second Brown Bag Lunch program for 2026, scheduled for noon on Thursday, March 5, located at the DeKalb County History Center, 1730 North Main Street, will offer a free presentation on Dr. Letitia Westgate, the first woman doctor, surgeon, chemist, and architect to design, build, and manage a hospital in the United States.

Denise Moran, author of Dr. Letitia Westgate: Medical Pioneer, will present information and vintage photographs of the physician who opened Sycamore Hospital at the corner of Somonauk and Elm Streets on May 1, 1900. The building, which now houses the DNA Holistic Center, is a contributing structure within the Sycamore Historic District that was established when it was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1978. Copies of the book will be available for purchase during the lecture.

Sourdough 101
2026-03-05 19:00 - 20:00 | DeKalb Public Library, 309 Oak St, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
Curious about sourdough but not sure where to start? Sourdough 101 is an introductory program that breaks down the basics of this popular bread: from what a starter is and how to care for it, to the simple science behind fermentation. You’ll learn beginner-friendly techniques, common troubleshooting tips, and how to bake your first loaf with confidence.
This program is free to attend. Registration is not required. Intended for adults.
For additional information, please contact Amy at amyf@dkpl.org or call (815) 756-9568 ext. 6108.

Primary Election Information with the League of Women Voters
2026-03-07 09:30 - 15:30 | DeKalb Public Library, 309 Oak St, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
The March 17th primary is coming up quickly. Do you need more information about the election?
The League of Women Voters, a network of women that believes the freedom to vote is a nonpartisan issue, is joining the DeKalb Public Library to educate voters about the upcoming election. Stop by their booth in the main lobby to ask questions and find out more about who is running. All are welcome.
For questions or more information, please contact Britta at brittak@dkpl.org or (815) 756-9568 ext. 2100.

2026 Home & Business Expo
2026-03-07 10:00 - 13:00 | Genoa-Kingston High School, 980 Park Ave, Genoa, IL, 60135, United States
Join the Genoa Area Chamber of Commerce for the return of our Home & Business EXPO! Visit with local businesses and nonprofits. Enter for a chance to win a door prize! This year they’re partnering with the GKHS Band Mattress Fundraiser – they will have their sale in the commons, and the Expo will take place in the gym as usual! Back by popular demand, the Taste of Genoa where you can sample food or drinks from local restaurants, bakeries and vendors! We can’t wait to “COGnect” with you again!

Brews, Bottles, & Blarney
2026-03-07 16:00 - 19:30 | St. Mary’s Catholic Parish Activity Center, 322 Waterman St., Sycamore, Illinois, 60178, United States
Brews, Bottles & Blarney is back for its 5th year and sure to provide a wonderful evening! This adults-only community event offers a wide variety of tasting options including craft beers, wine, local spirits, hearty appetizers, games and a silent auction you won’t want to miss! All proceeds from the event support St. Mary’s Catholic School.
