
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!
Whether you have been here before, lived here you whole life, are moving here, or are first time visitors, we are positive that you will love your time here in DeKalb! #DeKalbLife will help you with all DeKalb Information.
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Upcoming Events
DeKalb Municipal Band Concert Series
20 hoursHopkins Park Bandshell
1403 Sycamore Road, DeKalb, IL
Story time at Huntley Park
34 hoursHuntley Park
200 Prospect st DeKalb, IL 60115 United States
Family Fun Fest
41 hoursHopkins Park
1403 Sycamore Road DeKalb, IL 60115 United States
Music at the Mansion
43 hoursEllwood Mansion
420 Linden Place, DeKalb, IL, 60115
DeKalb Farmer’s Market
2 daysFrank Van Buer Plaza
148 N 2nd St, DeKalb, IL
Boo’ze and Spirits Flashlight Tour
4 daysEgyptian Theatre
135 North 2nd Street DeKalb, IL 60115 United States.