Community Events Calendar
PRIDE NIGHT @ MCCABES
6:00 PM - 2:00 AM
Join us downtown at McCabe’s for a PRIDE NIGHT DISCO!!! 🍹 FULL mocktail + cocktail bar 🎧 DJs, keeping the vibes high 🛍️ Market: 6 pm - 10 pm (18+) 💃 Drag Show: 9 pm 🪩 After Party: 10 pm - 2 am (21+) 🪅 Dance, Photos, & Pure energy 🌮 Food ...
Funding the Future
12:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Raffle Event Supporting DeKalb Leadership Academy scholarships
In My Shoes: Art for Hope & Healing Art Showcase
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
What does healing look like? This May, find out. The Living Room at Ben Gordon Center and the DeKalb County Community Mental Health Board invite you to In My Shoes: Art for Hope and Healing — a free community art showcase celebrating Mental Health ...
Cash Flow Mastery Workshop ~ May Series
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Cash flow is the lifeblood of every business, yet it’s often the most challenging aspect to master. Are you ready to stop the financial surprises and take command of your company’s stability? Join Sj Bulmer, Managing Partner and Profit Mastery ...
Ladies Night
6:45 PM - 8:45 PM
Ladies Night at Olympia Chiropractic and Physical Therapy. Join us for an evening of self-care, delicious food, refreshing beverages, and wellness - tons of amazing vendors ready to pamper you!
The History of The Beach Boys
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
The soundtrack for an American summer wouldn’t be complete without The Beach Boys…surf, sun and California dreaming. This presentation will focus on The Beach Boys “sunniest” years from 1962-1967. With the use of performance and interview clips, ...
Ribbon Cutting - Taco Alley
12:15 PM
Come celebrate the addition of Taco Alley to our business community. The newest addition to Tamales Los Girasole’s locations outside of their Malta location and their food truck. Join us for a ribbon cutting to celebrate them opening and joining the ...
NatureFest 2026 | Genoa
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
The annual NatureFest is hosted by Illinois Extension, DeKalb County Forest Preserve, DeKalb County Soil and Water Conservation District, and the DeKalb County Health Department. It occurs at the only nature center in DeKalb County, Genoa's Natural ...
Presentation from Family Service Agency
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Shatoya Jackson and Tanisha Clegg of the Family Service Agency will make a presentation about the new DeKalb County Youth Shelter
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 ...
Remembering Port Chicago & Cyril O. Sheppard
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
The explosion at Port Chicago in July 1944 killed 320 people and injured around 400 others, most of them young African American sailors who had been assigned dangerous munitions-loading work with little training. When survivors refused to return to the ...
After-hours Concert: Jazz in Progress
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Jazz in Progress joins us for an after-hours concert that will feature different styles of big band and modern jazz music in the library’s main lobby! Jazz in Progress (JIP) organized in 2012 to encourage local musicians to play jazz in support of its ...
Hiring Smart: Finding the Right Fit for your Business Workshop
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Is your team helping you grow, or are they holding you back? Hiring is the single most expensive investment a small business makes, not just in wages, but in the time spent training and the cost of getting it wrong. If you’ve ever felt the frustration ...
Small Business Month Training Session - AI Prompting & Content Generation
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Members are welcome to join us for a Multi-Chamber Small Business Month Training Session taught by Meta!
Cash Flow Mastery Workshop ~ May Series
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Cash flow is the lifeblood of every business, yet it’s often the most challenging aspect to master. Are you ready to stop the financial surprises and take command of your company’s stability? Join Sj Bulmer, Managing Partner and Profit Mastery ...
Cybersecurity & Your Small Business
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Register to join us Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 11 AM CST for a free virtual workshop in partnership with Grow With Google. Cybersecurity matters for every business. In this workshop we will cover how you can protect your business and customers online ...
Science Myths and Misconceptions: The Truth Behind What We Thought We Knew
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Is blood blue? Does lightning ever strike the same place twice? What about ‘the five-second rule’? Whether they were taught in school, shared on the playground, or overheard in everyday conversation, science myths like these are all around us. But how ...
Afternoon Concert with Katie Kostner
3:00 PM - 4:00 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, The ...
Cash Flow Mastery Workshop ~ May Series
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Cash flow is the lifeblood of every business, yet it’s often the most challenging aspect to master. Are you ready to stop the financial surprises and take command of your company’s stability? Join Sj Bulmer, Managing Partner and Profit Mastery ...
Ribbon Cutting - Haylo Homes Group
5:15 PM - 5:45 PM
Come celebrate the launch of Haylo Homes Group – a rebranding of Hayes Tiggelaar - Hayes for Home – and as he is bringing on his wife Laura to the team. We will celebrate with a ribbon cutting at Hometown Sports Bar & Grill – Stage Left, 241 E. ...
Family Fun Science: Making Musical Instruments
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
You can make music! In this month’s Family Fun Science, we’ll be using our science knowledge and basic recycled materials to make musical instruments. You’ll see that musical instruments don’t have to be fancy or expensive. All it takes is basic ...
Music the Native Way
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
In this program, Kim Sigafus McIver will present on the history of Native instruments and their use. The drum, rain stick, and flute will be introduced, and attendees will be invited to play an instrument and learn a song. Everyone will also receive a ...
Read, White and Blue! Summer Reading Kick-off
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Register on the first day of Summer Reading for Read, White and Blue! Resource Bank will be in the lobby to distribute bookmarks and treats between 10:00 and 1:00 p.m. Children may then collect a clock sheet to track their reading, and they will be ...
Children’s Art & Poetry Gala: What Does Freedom Mean to You?
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Open call to young local artists entering grades 3-6! Showcase your talent at our 2nd Annual Children’s Art and Poetry Gala. In honor of our countries' 250th birthday, our theme for 2026 is, “What does freedom mean to you?” Children’s artwork and ...
DeKalb Farmers Market Opening Day
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. ...
After-Hours Concert: Pangelic Performance
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
The Pangelic steelpan and harp duo will perform an eclectic program consisting of musical styles from around the world; these will include classical, calypso, choro, bossa nova, and jazz standards. The duo will be joined by 18-year-old ...
Forest Therapy Walk
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Experience the healing and wellness-promoting effects of forest therapy, the practice of immersing the senses in the atmosphere of the forest. This 90-minute introductory session will be held at P.A Nehring Forest Preserve at 380 Bethany Rd. in ...
Voices of 1776: The Diverse Faces Behind America’s Founding
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
When we think of America’s Revolution, we often picture a handful of famous Founding Fathers—but the fight for independence was far broader, richer, and more diverse. This one-hour program brings to light the stories of women, enslaved and free ...
Chasing Mother Nature
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
This captivating storm chasing presentation takes audiences on an exciting adventure into the heart of severe weather! Led by a seasoned storm chaser, the presentation explores the science behind extreme weather phenomena, complemented by stunning ...
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. ...
Stars on Strings
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Step into a world of wonder with strings attached! Watch as Dave Herzog’s Marionettes perform Stars on Strings, a salute to America’s 250th birthday. There will be three performances on June 11, at 10:00 a.m., 11:30 a.m., and 1:00 p.m. Enjoy lots of ...
Boosting Profits: A Quick Look at Revenue & Expense Drivers FREE Virtual Workshop
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Are you leaving money on the table? Every business has hidden "levers" that, when pulled, can instantly improve the bottom line. Whether you're looking to scale or just want a more efficient operation, finding those quick wins is the key to sustainable ...
In Time: A Live History Experience
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
The library is alive with characters from the past! These legendary Illinois personalities have emerged from different eras of history, appearing as "living exhibits" drawn together by a mysterious force. A hidden mystery threatens to erase their ...
AID Stroll & Roll
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Enjoy a relaxed stroll or roll around the idyllic Peck Farm (Geneva) with a slightly later start time in 2026, and indulge in tasty refreshments — including hot dogs, snacks, and snow cones in the afternoon! During your stroll or roll, keep an eye out ...
Flag Day Celebration
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Intertwined within the threads of red, white, and blue, lies a story of a country and its people. The American Flag not only acts as a symbol of our great nation’s freedom, but it is a representation of our country’s citizens and their history. Old ...
Streamlining Your Small Business Operations Workshop
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Are you running your business, or is your business running you? If you feel like you’re constantly putting out fires, buried under a mountain of daily tasks, or wondering where your "free time" went, it’s time to talk operations. Overwhelming daily ...
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. ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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. ...
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. ...
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 ...
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. ...
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 ...
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. ...
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. ...
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 ...