
Welcome to
DeKalb, Illinois
Located just 60 miles west of Chicago is DeKalb, a thriving community home to Northern Illinois University, rich local history, incredible restaurants, 40+ parks and greenspaces, hundreds of local businesses, arts and entertainment, and so much more!
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Upcoming Events
Apr 04, 2025
8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Chapel Hart
6 daysEgyptian Theatre
135 North 2nd Street DeKalb, IL 60115 United States.
Apr 05, 2025
9:30 am - 12:00 pm
DeKalb County Earth Fest
6 daysFounders Memorial Library
217 Normal Rd, DeKalb, IL