Experience DeKalb County Blog
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2026 Mother’s Day Events in DeKalb County
Celebrate Mother’s Day weekend in DeKalb County! From local markets and scenic flower walks to delicious brunch experiences, there are plenty of ways to spend quality time, show your appreciation,
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2026 DeKalb County Earth Day Events & More
Get outside and celebrate Earth in DeKalb County! From fests to park cleanups and tree plantings, there are plenty of ways to give back to the planet and make an
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2026 DeKalb County Egg Hunts
Celebrate Easter with egg hunts and activities! Easter is right around the corner! Plan to stop by egg hunts throughout DeKalb County for a fun-filled, family-friendly celebration of the season.
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Treat your Valentine to a Show at the Egyptian
Looking for the perfect Valentine’s Day plan? Families will fall in love with Dog Man, classic rock fans will feel the spark with EagleMania, and couples will enjoy So Good!
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Valentine’s Day Celebrations
Fall in Love with February in DeKalb County ❤️ Love is in the air—and all around DeKalb County! February is packed with festive, feel-good Valentine’s Day events celebrating all kinds of
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Recap of IHSA Championships Hosted at NIU
When Thanksgiving Weekend’s winter storm forced postponement of the Illinois High School Association’s (IHSA) 5A-8A Football State Championship games at Illinois State University’s Hancock Stadium in Normal, NIU Athletics administrators
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Not-So-Spooky Thrills Around DeKalb County
If you’re looking for not-so-spooky thrills this October, DeKalb County has you covered! From the highly anticipated Pumpkin Fest to downtown trick-or-treating events and free PG movies, here’s your guide
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Halloween Thrills around the county
If you’re looking for haunting fun this October, DeKalb County has no shortage of chill-inducing events. From ghost stories by the fire to haunted corn mazes and terror at an
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Virtual Reality and Haunted Labs at STEM Fest
Where can you explore careers through virtual reality simulations and walk through a haunted science lab? STEM Fest at Northern Illinois University! Held annually in the heart of NIU, STEM
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The DeKalb Farmers Market’s 30th Season
The DeKalb Farmers Market has had a successful 30th season so far, but there’s still more to shop and enjoy with the start of the fall. Seeing the offerings change
