Week of Events
DeKalb County Barn Tour 2025
Every barn has a unique story to tell. It’s waiting to be discovered during the annual DeKalb County Barn Tour! The DeKalb County Barn Tour is a one-day driving tour of barn sites within DeKalb County hosted by the DeKalb Area Agricultural Heritage Association, Inc. and the J.F. Glidden Homestead & Historical Center. The 11th […]
Sunday, August 3, 2025
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August 3, 2025 –Malta Vintage Base Ball Game
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August 3, 2025 –Senior Coffee Hour
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August 3, 2025 –Summer Celebration Party feat. Soundcheck
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August 3, 2025 –Food Truck Feast
Malta Vintage Base Ball Game
Don’t miss the Malta Vintage Base Ball Game featuring the Oregon Ganymedes vs. the Creston Regulators! Enjoy a fun, family-friendly event as the teams play using turn-of-the-century rules for an authentic vintage baseball experience. Bring your lawn chairs, grab some concessions, and feel free to BYOB as you relax and enjoy the game in a […]
Senior Coffee Hour
Have you been wanting to meet new people? Drop by the Sycamore Public Library on the first Sunday of the month for free coffee, games, and conversation.
Summer Celebration Party feat. Soundcheck
It’s Summertime! Warehouse on Park loves summer so much that they have decided to throw a special Celebration of Summer party! Local musical artist, Soundcheck will be rockin’ the Warehouse from 2-5pm It is also National Watermelon Day, so there will be watermelon-based cocktails for this epic party! FREE ENTRY EVENT! 16 & over eventBar […]
Food Truck Feast
Sandwich Moose Lodge 1016 presents Food Truck Feast on Sunday, August 3rd! Explore a variety of food trucks while enjoying live music. This event is open to all.
Monday, August 4, 2025
No events on this day.
Tuesday, August 5, 2025
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August 5, 2025 –Kids’ Concert in the Park
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August 5, 2025 –Red Cross Blood Drive
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August 5, 2025 –Sycamore Farmers’ Market
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August 5, 2025 –National Night Out – Genoa PD
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August 5, 2025 –DeKalb Municipal Band Concert 2025
Kids’ Concert in the Park
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. August 5: Istvan & His Imaginary BandWhen Istvan starts rocking, kids can’t help but join in, sometimes on stage while the crowd cheers them on and enjoys the […]
Red Cross Blood Drive
Give the Gift of Life! The American Red Cross will be conducting a blood drive at the DeKalb Public Library. American Red Cross blood donors are critical to ensuring those in need receive relief and care. Right now, we’re urging donors to continue to help strengthen the blood supply. Donors of all blood types – […]
Sycamore Farmers’ Market
Shop fresh produce, meat, canned items, art, and more from locals at the Sycamore Farmers’ Market!
National Night Out – Genoa PD
Genoa is hosting its first ever National Night Out! National Night Out is an annual community building campaign that celebrates the relationship between police and the community in which they serve!
DeKalb Municipal Band Concert 2025
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.
Wednesday, August 6, 2025
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August 6, 2025 –Stories at Huntley Park
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August 6, 2025 –Beginner Line Dancing
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August 6, 2025 –2025 Music at the Mansion
Stories at Huntley Park
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 […]
Beginner Line Dancing
Beginner lessons from 6-8pm Open dancing until 10pmEvery Wednesday, unless noted on their calendar.
2025 Music at the Mansion
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, […]
Thursday, August 7, 2025
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August 7, 2025 –DeKalb Farmers’ Market
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August 7, 2025 –Brown Bag Lunch Lecture Series
DeKalb Farmers’ Market
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 […]
Brown Bag Lunch Lecture Series
The Brown Bag Lunch Lecture Series is presented by the Ellwood House Museum and DeKalb County History Center in partnership with DeKalb area historic sites. Once a month, a knowledgeable speaker will present an hour-long program about history relevant to DeKalb County. All programs are free of charge, and guests are invited to bring their […]
Friday, August 8, 2025
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August 8, 2025 –Line & couples Dancing
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August 8, 2025 –Cortland Summerfest 2025
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August 8, 2025 –The Miscast Projection at Stage Coach Players
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August 8, 2025Movies in the Park
Line & couples Dancing
Join DJ Dave at Denim and Dimonds for Line Dancing and Couples Dancing beginning at 7pmEvery Friday unless noted on their calendar.
Cortland Summerfest 2025
Get ready for a blast! Join Cortland for a fun-filled weekend:$5 entry for adults 21+, FREE for 20 & under Friday, August 8th, 5pm-11pm: Fireworks at dusk! – Lived Music with Bands TBA Saturday, August 9th 12-11pm:- Local performances by Dimensions Dance Academy & more! – Live Music with Bands TBA – Bags Tournament- Kids Activities Food Vendors […]
The Miscast Projection at Stage Coach Players
What happens when performers throw out the casting rules and sing the roles they could never play? You get a hilariously entertaining, feel-everything cabaret where anyone can be the leading man, diva, villain, or comedic relief! Think of unexpected voices, clever twists, and fresh perspectives as your favorite show tunes are reimagined in new and […]
Movies in the Park
Come out on the second Friday of each month this summer for a FREE outdoor movie experience! Family-friendly movies are shown on a giant inflatable movie screen near the Bandshell. The show starts when nature turns off the lights! June 13: Moana 2 (PG) Moana 2 reunites Moana and Maui three years later for an […]
Saturday, August 9, 2025
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August 9, 2025 –Summer Back Alley Market
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August 9, 2025 –Author Fair
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August 9, 2025 –Cortland Summerfest 2025
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August 9, 2025 –Rock the Acres 2025
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August 9, 2025 –The Miscast Projection at Stage Coach Players
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August 9, 2025 –Mackenzie O’Brien & Band Live
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August 9, 2025 –50 Men Who Cook
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August 9, 2025Yacht Rock Gold Experience
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August 9, 2025 –The Miscast Projection at Stage Coach Players
Summer Back Alley Market
NEW DATE – Saturday, August 9Join a day filled with 50+ vendors, food trucks, live music, bakers, artists, and makers! Featuring whimsy, cheeky, farmhouse, vintage, antique, and more items! This one-day event is not to be missed! Location: Palmer Ct. and Van Buer Plaza in Downtown DeKalb, IL Admission is free. Bring your family and […]
Author Fair
Learn about the recent publications of area authors from the writers themselves. The library’s main lobby will be filled with local authors showcasing their works and answering questions throughout the day. Copies of the books will be available to purchase. This event is free to attend and open to all. Drop by any time to […]
Cortland Summerfest 2025
Get ready for a blast! Join Cortland for a fun-filled weekend:$5 entry for adults 21+, FREE for 20 & under Friday, August 8th, 5pm-11pm: Fireworks at dusk! – Lived Music with Bands TBA Saturday, August 9th 12-11pm:- Local performances by Dimensions Dance Academy & more! – Live Music with Bands TBA – Bags Tournament- Kids Activities Food Vendors […]
Rock the Acres 2025
Join Rock the ACRES at Whiskey Acres Distilling Co. for an afternoon of live music, great drinks, and incredible food on the outdoor Whiskey Garden! $10 early bird ($15 DAY OF) admission is required for all guests at our Visitors Center that day and includes an optional tour at 2, 4 or 6 PM and […]
The Miscast Projection at Stage Coach Players
What happens when performers throw out the casting rules and sing the roles they could never play? You get a hilariously entertaining, feel-everything cabaret where anyone can be the leading man, diva, villain, or comedic relief! Think of unexpected voices, clever twists, and fresh perspectives as your favorite show tunes are reimagined in new and […]
Mackenzie O’Brien & Band Live
Join Warehouse on Park for a special night of Country music by Mackenzie O’Brien & Band! They are back to once again rock! There will be a solo or duo artist performing from 6-7:30pm before Mackenzie & Band takes stage at 8pm. Headons fine meats will be grilling out. Bar & gate opens at 5:30pm […]
50 Men Who Cook
CASA’s signature fundraising event, 50 Men Who Cook, features 50+ men from the community who bring their best dish for guests to taste and vote for their favorite in each category. Enjoy good food, a cash bar, entertainment and raffle, all for a good cause. Tickets are $50 each or $45 each when you buy […]
Yacht Rock Gold Experience
One of the most commercially successful musical genres of all time, Yacht Rock has built a loyal and unwavering fan base. Yacht Rock Gold Experience brings all your favorite hits from the late 1970’s-early 1980’s to new generations of music fans. Celebrating the smooth sounds of the Doobie Brothers, Fleetwood Mac, Steely Dan, Christopher Cross, […]
The Miscast Projection at Stage Coach Players
What happens when performers throw out the casting rules and sing the roles they could never play? You get a hilariously entertaining, feel-everything cabaret where anyone can be the leading man, diva, villain, or comedic relief! Think of unexpected voices, clever twists, and fresh perspectives as your favorite show tunes are reimagined in new and […]
