Community Events Calendar
Trailblazers Camp | Ages 9-11 | Nature Explorers Camp
8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Beat summer boredom by signing your kids up for a week of Nature Explorers Camp! Anyone who loves exploring the outdoors and discovering how nature works will feel right at home at this camp. Camp is limited to 20 campers, so register TODAY! Campers ...
Secretary of State Mobile Unit at DeKalb Township - Vehicle & Driver Services
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Area residents will have the opportunity to complete select Secretary of State Driver & Vehicle Services at the DeKalb Township Building, located at 2323 S. 4th St., DeKalb, IL, on Tuesday, June 24, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. A wide range of ...
QuickBooks Deep Dive: Accountant-Ready Books Workshop
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Stop paying your accountant to fix your mistakes! Are you tired of messy reports and auto-categorization errors that hide your true financial story? It is time to take control of your digital books and gain true financial clarity. Don't settle for ...
Women in Aviation: Bessica Raiche
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Dr. Bessica Raiche is recognized as the First Woman Aviator of America, having soloed the airplane she helped to design and build on September 16, 1910. She is the first woman in America to do so and attended Rockford High School as a teen. In early ...
DeKalb Farmers Market
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Celebrate the start of summer at opening day of the DeKalb Farmers Market! Join us for a vibrant afternoon filled with local vendors and fresh finds. Browse a wide variety of vendors offering farm-fresh produce, handmade goods, and unique treats. ...
The Big Balloonosaur Adventure
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
This summer, Smarty Pants takes audiences back to the age of dinosaurs with the Big Balloonosaur Adventure! Called “simply amazing” by WGN-TV, this hilarious balloon stage show features magic, comedy for all ages, and Smarty’s award-winning, world’s ...
Business After Hours @ Sundog
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Come enjoy a night of networking and fun at Sundog! We will celebrate Cohen Barnes' 30 years of being with the company with a DeKalb Grand Ribbon Cutting at 5pm in front of their office at 230 E. Lincoln Hwy., Ste. 200 DeKalb, IL 60115. Followed by ...
Grand Ribbon Cutting - Sundog
5:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Come celebrate Cohen’s 30 years at Sundog at their DeKalb Chamber Grand Ribbon Cutting!
Conductor Cody: American Railways
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
All aboard! Join Conductor Cody on a magical railway adventure through America’s 250-year history. From the earliest years to the present day and the eras in between, Conductor Cody will highlight our country’s best moments and achievements. He will ...
Elevate Evening Gathering at Robert’s Family Farm
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Elevate is hosting a networking event June 29th 4:30-6:30pm ins Sandwich, IL
Ribbon Cutting - Bulmer Consulting
5:15 PM
Come celebrate Bulmer Consulting opening their office in DeKalb! Join us for a ribbon cutting on Tuesday, June 30th at 5:15pm at their office – 303 E. Hillcrest Dr. Ste. 6 DeKalb, IL 60115. See their office and learn about what they offer. Please ...
The Declaration’s Promise of Liberty and Equality
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
In his second inaugural address in 2013, President Barack Obama said “What binds this nation together is not the colors of our skin or the tenets of our faith or the origins of our names. What makes us exceptional, what makes us American, is our ...
DeKalb Farmers Market
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Celebrate the start of summer at opening day of the DeKalb Farmers Market! Join us for a vibrant afternoon filled with local vendors and fresh finds. Browse a wide variety of vendors offering farm-fresh produce, handmade goods, and unique treats. ...
American-themed Teen Escape Room
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Work together to gather clues and solve puzzles to conquer an escape room that celebrates American history! No registration is required, but this program is first come, first served. It will start promptly at 3:00 p.m. This program is intended for ...
Cold-Blooded Critters Camp | Ages 7-9 | Nature Explorers Camp
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Beat summer boredom by signing your kids up for a week of Nature Explorers Camp! Anyone who loves exploring the outdoors and discovering how nature works will feel right at home at this camp. Camp is limited to 20 campers, so register TODAY! This camp ...
DeKalb Farmers Market
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Celebrate the start of summer at opening day of the DeKalb Farmers Market! Join us for a vibrant afternoon filled with local vendors and fresh finds. Browse a wide variety of vendors offering farm-fresh produce, handmade goods, and unique treats. ...
Fantastic Foam Show
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Absolute Science hosts a hands-on, family-friendly science performance featuring dramatic foam experiments, fun physics demos, and interactive magic for all ages! This show will even make your hair stand up! You will experience items disappearing in ...
Ribbon Cutting - One More Salsa @ DeKalb Farmers Market
12:15 PM - 12:30 PM
Join the celebration of Network of Nations new office space on 6th St! We will commemorate the event with a ribbon cutting on Friday, April 17th at 12:15pm at their new location 316 N. 6th St. DeKalb, IL 60115. Come explore the space, learn what all ...
Stories & a Stroll: Afton Forest Preserve
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
It’s the fifth 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 ...
Summer of Love Tie-dye Party
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Celebrate America 250 with a totally groovy blast from the past. Get ready to twist, swirl, and splash some serious colors! We will turn ordinary white bandanas into wearable masterpieces. Gather the family and let’s make a beautiful mess together. ...
20th Annual ‘Let’s Dance’ Big Band Weekend
We’re excited to invite you and your friends to a weekend of swing, ballroom, and latin dance; 20th Annual ‘Let’s Dance’ Big Band Weekend, July 10 – 12, 2026. NIU DEB DeKalb, IL. Host John Smith and the Shananigans are looking forward to playing ...
Rascals, Roustabouts, and River Pirates: Riverboat Days on the Western Frontier
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Journey back to the earliest days of the hardy folks who managed to wrest a living from the great Father of Waters, The Mississippi River and its many tributaries! You’ll hear tales of those who carried huge cargoes down the “Ol Miss” in nearly ...
Sound Healing: Rest & Renewal
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Noelle of Bare Soul Healing leads this free sound healing session designed to ease the nervous system and quiet the mind. Soothing vibrations from therapeutic instruments such as crystal singing bowls, Koshi chimes, drums and more create a peaceful ...
Hidden Histories: Forgotten Stories from the Past
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
History is filled with remarkable people whose stories rarely appear in textbooks. This one-hour program explores overlooked narratives such as Robert Smalls, the enslaved man who seized a Confederate ship and sailed to freedom; Ida B. Wells, the ...
Business Essential Skills Training Series - Business Wellness Assessment Workshop
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Business Wellness Assessment Workshop is our next in our BEST Series (Business Essential Skills Training Series). This workshop guides you through a thorough evaluation of your organization’s strengths and weaknesses.
Grand Ribbon Cutting - Hampton Inn - DeKalb
12:15 PM - 12:45 PM
We invite you to join the DeKalb Chamber Grand Ribbon Cutting for the newly renovated Hampton Inn – DeKalb!
DeKalb Farmers Market Extended Hours Day
12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Celebrate the start of summer at opening day of the DeKalb Farmers Market! Join us for a vibrant afternoon filled with local vendors and fresh finds. Browse a wide variety of vendors offering farm-fresh produce, handmade goods, and unique treats. ...
Ribbon Cutting - America 250 DeKalb Art Installation
5:15 PM - 6:15 PM
Join the celebration of Network of Nations new office space on 6th St! We will commemorate the event with a ribbon cutting on Friday, April 17th at 12:15pm at their new location 316 N. 6th St. DeKalb, IL 60115. Come explore the space, learn what all ...
After-hours Event: The Harmony of Korean Music
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Experience the captivating sounds and movements of Korean culture featuring traditional drumming and the enchanting melody of native flutes! This music and dance performance combines rhythm, grace, and artistry that you won’t soon forget. The Korean ...
Insect Investigators Camp | Ages 7-9 | Nature Explorers Camp
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Beat summer boredom by signing your kids up for a week of Nature Explorers Camp! Anyone who loves exploring the outdoors and discovering how nature works will feel right at home at this camp. Camp is limited to 20 campers, so register TODAY! This camp ...
The History of Piercings in America
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
From ancient traditions to mall kiosks and tattoo studios, piercings have long been a form of self-expression, rebellion, culture, and fashion in America. Join us for a look at the history of body piercing in the United States, exploring how styles, ...
Farm Bureau Fun: Garden in a Glove
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Plant seeds and read with the Farm Bureau! A member of the Farm Bureau will read the book Beansprout by Sarah Lynne Reul. This touching story is about Ben and his class planting seeds and learning not all seeds will sprout. After the read-aloud, ...
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
Celebrate the start of summer at opening day of the DeKalb Farmers Market! Join us for a vibrant afternoon filled with local vendors and fresh finds. Browse a wide variety of vendors offering farm-fresh produce, handmade goods, and unique treats. ...
Big Bang Bubble Show
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
This show is a family-friendly, educational performance that turns ordinary bubbles into spectacular science demonstrations using fire, fog, and special bubble tricks. Absolute Science’s highly skilled ‘bubbleologist’ will dazzle you with dramatic ...
Business After Hours - Banner Up Signs
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Join us for Business After Hours at Banner Up Signs! Connect with fellow professionals while enjoying food, cocktails, networking opportunities, and a chance to celebrate one of our valued local businesses. Free to attend!
Seed Saving Workshop for Beginners
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Discover the rewarding hobby of harvesting and saving seeds at this hands-on workshop! You’ll learn how to collect, dry, and store seeds from your garden favorites so you can replant them next year. It’s a simple way to save money, skip the shopping ...
Raptors Up Close
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Meet our native Illinois birds of prey and learn why they are so important! Northern Illinois Raptor Rehab & Education will introduce you to several of their animal ambassadors, including a hawk, owls, and falcons. You’ll learn about their basic ...
Melodies of the East
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Join oudist, vocalist, and composer Dr. Aboud Agha for an intimate evening of original music, and reimagined classical melodies as part of ‘Melodies of the East’. The performance unfolds through the expressive voice of the oud, intricate rhythms, and ...
DeKalb Farmers Market
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Celebrate the start of summer at opening day of the DeKalb Farmers Market! Join us for a vibrant afternoon filled with local vendors and fresh finds. Browse a wide variety of vendors offering farm-fresh produce, handmade goods, and unique treats. ...
Raptors Up Close for Kids
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
Meet three native Illinois animal ambassadors - an owl, a hawk, and a falcon - and learn why these birds of prey are so important! Northern Illinois Raptor Rehab & Education staff will introduce these animal ambassadors and inform the audience about ...
DeKalb Farmers Market
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Celebrate the start of summer at opening day of the DeKalb Farmers Market! Join us for a vibrant afternoon filled with local vendors and fresh finds. Browse a wide variety of vendors offering farm-fresh produce, handmade goods, and unique treats. ...
Annual Golf-a-Palooza Golf Outing
12:00 PM - 5:00 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+ ...
DeKalb Farmers Market Extended Hours Day
12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Celebrate the start of summer at opening day of the DeKalb Farmers Market! Join us for a vibrant afternoon filled with local vendors and fresh finds. Browse a wide variety of vendors offering farm-fresh produce, handmade goods, and unique treats. ...
DeKalb Farmers Market
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Celebrate the start of summer at opening day of the DeKalb Farmers Market! Join us for a vibrant afternoon filled with local vendors and fresh finds. Browse a wide variety of vendors offering farm-fresh produce, handmade goods, and unique treats. ...
DeKalb Farmers Market
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Celebrate the start of summer at opening day of the DeKalb Farmers Market! Join us for a vibrant afternoon filled with local vendors and fresh finds. Browse a wide variety of vendors offering farm-fresh produce, handmade goods, and unique treats. ...
I-PASS & ICASH Event
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Meet with representatives of the Illinois Tollway and the Illinois State Treasurer's Office. I-PASS ON-DEMAND SERVICES OFFERED: IPASS Transponder Deactivation & Recycling New IPASS Sticker Transponder Issuance Account Updates (payment methods, ...
Trades Exploration Day
3:30 PM - 6:00 PM
The DeKalb Chamber Foundation invites you to participate in Trades Exploration Day! This event connects our community’s future workforce with professionals in the skilled trades, manufacturing, and warehousing/logistics. This is a unique opportunity to ...