Community Events Calendar
DeKalb Farmers Market
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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 ...
DIAPERS FOR DADS (DeKalb)
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
🍼  Diapers for Dads – DeKalb Presented by FATHERS OF FAITH INC. https://fathersoffaith.org/%F0%9F%94%B9-diapers-for-dads Serving DeKalb County, IL | Launching June 24, 2025 💙  Empowering Fathers. Providing Essentials. ...
DeKalb Farmers Market
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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 ...
Mammals & More
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
Get ready for wild encounters at the library! Meet unique creatures from around the world during this 45-minute interactive show. This program offers a close-up look at fascinating animals while exploring their behavior, habitats, and ...
Annual Golf-a-Palooza Golf Outing
11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Enjoy your work day out on the course! Whether you are there for team bonding, to seal the deal on your next big client, or meet leads to make your year end goal, the DeKalb Chamber Golf Outing is the place to do it! With an average of 100+ ...
Children’s Art Gala
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Open to young local artists entering grades 3-6, showcase your talent at our “Children’s Art Gala for Peace”! Children’s artwork will be professionally displayed in our main lobby, accompanied by music, refreshments, a Japanese crane folding ...
Tails on Tap Bar Crawl
1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Join us for a fun afternoon in the beautiful Downtown Sycamore! Your ticket includes freebies at several downtown bars/restaurants, a lanyard, 2 raffle tickets and Bar Crawl Bingo! Purchase your ticket online, or at the registration table ...
Jersey Brothers
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
The Jersey Brothers perform music from Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, and their contemporaries, with historical notes from the groups popular and on-going career. Seasoned performers, Norm and Randy Murray have appeared on the same bill as The ...
Red Cross Blood Drive
1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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 ...
DeKalb Farmers Market
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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 ...
Ribbon Cutting - Sal's BJJ
12:15 PM - 12:30 PM
Come welcome Sal’s BJJ to the DeKalb Chamber! They are celebrating with a ribbon cutting on August 8th at their location: 126 S. 4th St., Unit C., DeKalb, IL 60115. We will be cutting the ribbon right at 12:15pm, please arrive early to participate!
Author Fair
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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 ...
50 Men Who Cook
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
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 ...
Ribbon Cutting - Eyemart Express
12:15 PM - 12:30 PM
Come celebrate one of our newest community businesses – Eyemart Express! They have joined the DeKalb Chamber and built out their new clinic right by In & Out Cuts. In celebration we will have a ribbon cutting on Tuesday, August 12th at 12:15pm at their ...
Long-Term Care Planning for Seniors
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Did you know that long term care needs are the #1 cause for bankruptcy among retirees? Seventy percent of people turning 65 can expect to use some form of long-term care during their lives. Most people have home, auto, health insurance, but 70% ...
DeKalb Farmers Market
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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 ...
Ribbon Cutting - BA&Co Business Clinic
12:15 PM - 12:30 PM
Join us in celebration of BA&Co Business Clinic at their ribbon cutting on Thursday, August 14th 12:15pm at the DeKalb Farmers Market! They have been members of the DeKalb Chamber since 2024 and are excited to share their products and services with ...
Death Defying Acts: The History of the Circus
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
P.T. Barnum may be the biggest name, but he was only a small part of the story of the circus. William Pack takes you on a fantastical journey through the history of the circus, from Phil Astley’s creation of the modern circus in 1768 to Dan Rice, “the ...
Wee the People: Teaching Children About Democracy
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Join members of REACT (Responsive Engagement Activating Civic Talent) for stories and activities which will inspire children to be thoughtful members of our community. Parents and children are welcome to our monthly program on Saturdays from ...
French Creole Tunes and Tales from The Illinois Country
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Fingers and bow flying, Dennis Stroughmatt takes listeners on a musical odyssey! This is the story of the French Creoles who founded the Illinois-Missouri Country near the Ozark foothills, more than 300 years ago. Their songs, stories, and ...
Evanston's Living History
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Evanston's Living History is the story of a people paying a big price for rights and liberties that many of us take for granted; a community whose indomitable spirit influenced the conscience of a nation. Craig Dudnick’s presentation begins ...
DeKalb Farmers Market
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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 ...
Lightbeam Players Present Bake It Til You Make It
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
If you enjoy theatre, or cooking shows, or funny stories, you won’t want to miss this. Yolanda has always dreamed of becoming a celebrity baker. When she is given the chance to compete in the Baking Network original series "Bake It Till You Make ...
International Cheese Tasting
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Some are smelly, some are sweet, but when it comes to cheese, flavor can’t be beat! Travel to the library for a sampling of cheeses from around the world. Ranging from bitter to sweet, subtle to pungent, cheeses display a variety of flavors ...
Campus Meets Community - An NIU x DeKalb Chamber Collaboration
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Join the fun on NIU's campus at the Campus Meets Community - Block Party!
DeKalb Farmers Market
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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 ...
DeKalb Farmers Market
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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 ...
NEW DATE, Rock Valley Credit Union Ribbon Cutting
12:15 PM - 12:30 PM
Come celebrate Rock Valley Credit Union opening their new local branch! This is a DeKalb Chamber of Commerce Grand Ribbon Cutting being hosted on Tuesday, September 9th at 12:15pm. This celebration will be at their temporary location: 2676 DeKalb Ave. ...
DeKalb Farmers Market
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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 ...
Business Essential Skills Training Series - Are You Ready for the Holidays?
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Be at your BEST with the DeKalb Chamber Business Essential Skills Training Series! With this virtual training you will learn how to grow your presence during the holiday season and how to maximize the fun you and your team have this coming holiday ...
Mutt Strut 5K (Dog Friendly Walk/Run) Fundraiser for Tails Humane Society
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Join Tails Humane Society for the 2025 Mutt Strut, where every step you take makes a difference for homeless pets in need! Whether you run or walk the 5k route, you’re supporting our mission to care for and find loving homes for animals. There is also ...
ATHENA Award Reception
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Join us at the historic Egyptian Theatre for the annual ATHENA & Women of Accomplishment Award Reception, a special evening recognizing remarkable women making a difference in our community.