A two day birthday party for the Village of Lee’s 150th featuring a parade, Kidfest, live music and more!

Barley Priest and the Irish Lass will be performing at Warehouse on Park on July 14th at 12:00pm-3:00pm. For more information, check out the Warehouse on Park website.

Don’t miss out on the fun at Water Mania Days! From 3-5 pm, the DeKalb Park District has a variety of activities lined up for you, including mini boat races, crafts, sports games, and, of course, water activities. Join them and explore our different parks! Monday, July 15- Lions Park: Tie-Dye Day! Bring your own […]

Rock out on select Tuesdays at the Hopkins Park Bandshell this summer! FREE Nanny Nikki – June 11th – Grammy®-Nominated Artist who loves to bring life to classic children’s songs and her original music. Join her for a high-energy, interactive musical show that includes sing-along songs, dancing, puppets, and more! Jeanie B! – July 16th […]

Johnny K’s Cruise Nights season kicks off May 7th and will run every other Tuesday through October 22nd! All shows are 100% free. Each driver will get a discount to Johnny K’s for the evening!

The Hinckley Historical Society invites the public to its summer band concert series at the Hinckley Community Building Park. The free concerts from 6 to 8 p.m. feature a variety of music in a Ravinia Style setting at 100 N Maple Street, Hinckley. Bring your lawn chair, snacks, and enjoy the small town atmosphere. On […]

Concerts begin at 7:30 pm at the Dee Palmer Bandshell in Hopkins Park • FREE! Join the DeKalb Park District for the 170th season of DeKalb Municipal Band Concerts on select Tuesday nights this summer!Visit dekalbparkdistrict.com/calendar for featured vocalists and more concert details. No concert on Tuesday, July 2, but join them for the Star-Spangled Spectacular […]

Come join the summertime fun at Family Fun Fest in Hopkins Park on Wednesday, July 17th! This free-to-attend event is packed with family-friendly activities, swag, and giveaways for everyone to enjoy. Tamales Los Girasoles (formerly Tinez Tacos) will also be on site for a bite to eat. Meet and connect with local businesses and organizations […]

Join Blumen Gardens for an exhilarating evening of fun competition at Blumen Gardens’ All Subjects Trivia Night! This event is open to all ages, so gather your friends, family, and colleagues for a night of fun and knowledge. From 6-8pm, challenge your knowledge across a wide range of subjects while enjoying the perfect combination of […]

Free concerts at 7pm on select Wednesdays at the Ellwood House! Summer nights in DeKalb just got a whole lot better! Join DeKalb Park District for FREE music, good vibes, and great company on select Wednesday evenings this summer with Music at the Mansion. Bring your blankets, chairs, and dancing shoes – it’s going to […]

The DeKalb Farmers’ Market is in the heart of Downtown DeKalb, Illinois, and features vendors that provide the community with locally grown produce, bread, baked goods, olive oil, honey, coffee, flowers, food trucks, and live music. Enjoy and support over 25 local vendors. Cash, credit, and Link are accepted. They Link Match so Link card […]

Step into the whimsical world of Artist-Magician Dan Gogh, where comedy, magic, and art converge to unlock the mystery of creativity. With Dan as your guide, prepare for a captivating adventure through wacky colors, magical drawings, and art tools that have a mind of their own. Reading is a huge component of this special show, […]

Don’t miss out on the fun at Water Mania Days! From 3-5 pm, the DeKalb Park District has a variety of activities lined up for you, including mini boat races, crafts, sports games, and, of course, water activities. Join them and explore our different parks! Monday, July 15- Lions Park: Tie-Dye Day! Bring your own […]

Immerse yourself in the magic of live music surrounded by the beauty of nature for an evening of great tunes and togetherness! FREE. Bring seating or a blanket. Food from the grill including burgers, hot dogs, and brats as well as snacks, beer, and wine are available for purchase (cash or credit).

Movie in the Park is back this summer! These events are free to attend, so be sure to mark your calendars and bring the whole family out for a fun night at Knights Park! Concessions open at 7pm.  This is a community event for all ages. Movies start at dusk: June 21st – The Super […]

Join the DeKalb Park District at River Heights Golf Course for a night of golf under the stars! Enjoy 9 holes of golf with special glow golf balls, lighted carts for safety, and an illuminated course from tee to green with an LED lighting system. Fee includes 9 holes of golf and cart. Twosome Fee: […]

Don’t miss the Waterman Lions Summerfest and Antique Tractor & Truck Show! Enjoy an entire day full of antique and craft shows, tractor pulls, train rides, music, a beer garden, and more! End the day with a fireworks show!

Come out to the country on July 20, 2024 for the Summer Stop at Mayfield Church! From 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. drop by to tour the butterfly way station, shop at our Attic Treasures, treat yourself to some church cooking, look inside our beautiful country church and learn about our role as a stop […]

Ages 18+ • $5 per person each day Start your weekend off right with some friendly bags competition Saturdays in July! Your partner will be chosen randomly each week. Must be signed up by 10:45 to play that day. Cash prize for the winners, amount depends on how many people show up each week. Players […]

Come down to Sandwich Fairgrounds for the Northern Illinois Bluegrass Festival featuring Fox Crossing String Band, DK Kolars/Misspent Youth, Wheels North, Mackville and more! Camping is available Friday and Saturday.

Get the kids active this summer with a free beginner skateboard activity at the Fargo Indoor Skate Park! Join Miss Stormy and Fargo owner, Ariel Ries, for a fun-filled program featuring a story time and craft, a high-flying, dare-devil skate demo by the professionals, and instruction on safety and rules for both indoor & outdoor […]

Get the kids active this summer with a free beginner skateboard activity at the Fargo Indoor Skate Park! Join Miss Stormy and Fargo owner, Ariel Ries, for a fun-filled program featuring a story time and craft, a high-flying, dare-devil skate demo by the professionals, and instruction on safety and rules for both indoor & outdoor […]

With a scenic farmstead location along a beautiful pond as a backdrop, the DeKalb County History Center is hosting its third annual “Cocktails at the Crib” fundraiser. Enjoy a spirited summer evening celebrating and supporting DeKalb County’s history!

Smoking Guns will be performing at Warehouse on Park on July 20th from 7:00pm-10:00pm. More information is available on the Warehouse on Park website.