Community Events Calendar
Heavy Metal Summer Experience
12:00 AM
The DeKalb Chamber Foundation is pleased to partner with DeKalb Mechanical to offer the first Heavy Metal Summer Experience in DeKalb, IL. The program offers hands on experience to possible careers in the trades to local high school students ages 15 to 19.
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. ...
Memorial Pillow Workshop
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
This free workshop will provide the opportunity to create a pillow from a loved-one’s button-down shirt or t-shirt. Sewers will be available to assist you, all you need to bring is the shirt you would like for your pillow. Individuals or family ...
Portillo's Fundraiser for CORE Collective
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Enjoy dinner for a cause! Feed your family, friends and folks some Portillo’s on Monday June, 30th 5pm-8pm to support CORE Collective. There are many options to participate to ensure everyone’s preference and needs are accommodated - just one ...
Ribbon Cutting - Big O's Barbecue
12:15 PM
All are welcome to celebrate Big O's Ribbon Cutting on July 1st!
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 ...
The Declaration of Independence
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
The document formally titled “The Unanimous Declaration of the Thirteen United States of America,” also known as the Declaration of Independence was formally signed in the colonial capital city of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on July 4, 1776. The ...
Afternoon Concert with Katie Kostner
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
With a passion for music, Katie Kostner plays the guitar and ukulele, writes music, and sings with a vocal range that suits a wide variety of styles, from Broadway to current pop, rock, folk, country and beyond! Covering artists such as Adele, ...
Business Essential Skills Training - Becoming a Pro Member & Networking Workshop
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
This is our next training in our BEST Series! Step up your networking game and leverage your chamber membership to reach your goals.
AARP Smart Driver Course - Day 1 of 2
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
The DeKalb Township will host an AARP Safe Driver Course at their facility on July 9th & 10th. This 8-hour AARP Smart Driver course (split into 2 four-hour days) teaches valuable defensive driving strategies and provides a refresher of the ...
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 ...
AARP Smart Driver Course - Day 2 of 2
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
The DeKalb Township will host an AARP Safe Driver Course at their facility on July 9th & 10th. This 8-hour AARP Smart Driver course (split into 2 four-hour days) teaches valuable defensive driving strategies and provides a refresher of the ...
DeKalb County Garden Walk
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Please join University of Illinois Extension Master Gardeners at their annual DeKalb County Garden Walk on Saturday, July 12 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. This year's event will include seven beautiful home gardens and one educational spotlight garden ...
Be a Part of History: Become a Citizen Archivist
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Interested in the JFK assassination records? What about federal records about UFOs? The National Archives needs help transcribing original documents to make them easier for the public to access. You can choose a “mission,” such as Revolutionary War ...
Family Fun Fest
4:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Outdoor fun fair with local businesses and non-profits. This free-to-attend event is packed with family-friendly activities, swag, and giveaways for everyone to enjoy.
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 ...
Stories & a Stroll: P.A. Nehring Forest Preserve
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
It’s the fourth year of Stories & a Stroll with the DeKalb County Forest Preserve! Just like in years past, the DeKalb Public Library children's librarians will lead a short nature-themed story time, and then naturalists with the DeKalb County Forest ...
Dog Man-O-Rama
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Calling all Supa Buddies, we need your help! Petey has escaped, again, and is up to no good at DeKalb Public Library. Join our team of supa-dupa crime fighters to stop him and his villainous friends. Training begins at 2:00 p.m. with ...
Ribbon Cutting - S.O.A.S. Apparel & Design
12:15 PM - 12:30 PM
Join us as we celebrate Ashley Erickson’s 1 year anniversary of taking over SOAS, a DeKalb staple for over 30 years! We will celebrate with a ribbon cutting on Friday, July 18th at 12:15pm at their location at 147 N. 2nd St. DeKalb IL 60115. Please ...
For What It’s Worth: A Tribute to Stephen Stills in Song & Story
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Stephen Stills, co-founder of the supergroups Buffalo Springfield, Crosby, Stills & Nash, and Manassas, has been a musical icon since he first came on the scene in the 1960s. He is a multiple Grammy winner and the only person to be inducted ...
Family Fun Summer Science
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
It’s time for our annual Family Fun Science summer extravaganza! We will be combining our favorite summer activities—making ice cream and launching bottle rockets—with the perennially popular running through a sprinkler. The program is limited ...
Trivia Night at Class VI
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Celebrate the 250th anniversary of the founding of our country with an American-themed trivia night at Class VI Wine and Charcuterie! Join regular hosts of their Monday night trivia, Rich and Steve, who will lead you in six rounds of 10 questions, 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 ...
Robin’s Dog Stars
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
Black labrador Gracie and Border Collie Aria, both raised and trained by Robin Bengtson of Robin’s Dog Stars, will perform a wide variety of tricks to entertain and astound you! Gracie and Aria will jump through hoops, read signs, do math, get mail, ...
Teen Escape Room
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Work together to gather clues and solve puzzles to conquer the library’s Escape Room! This program is first come, first served. It will start promptly at 3:00 p.m. Intended for teens ages 12-18.
Aruna Run for Her Freedom 5K
8:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Help us as we run to free, employ and empower victims of human trafficking. Run as an individual, or create a team. The 5K and 1 mile fun run both start at 8am on July 26. Learn more at: https://www.facebook.com/DeKalbArunaRun
In Time: A Live History Experience
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
The clock is ticking. The sand is slipping through the hourglass. Lives could be at stake; history could be changed. The whole world rests on your shoulders, and time is running out. Will you be In Time? This drop-in event has escape room, ...
Fargo Skate Party
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Keep your kids active this summer with a free beginner skateboard activity at the Fargo Indoor Skate Park! Join Fargo owner, Ariel Ries, for a fun-filled program featuring a story time and craft, a high-flying skate demonstration by ...
CORE Collective Presents: Through Resilience, We Rise
5:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Join CORE Collective on July 29th at for an intentional learning experience inspired by the values of Juneteenth and the powerful legacy of Black and Afro-Indigenous communities. This event is about healing, self-discovery, 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 ...
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+ ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...