
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
Candy Cloud Grand Opening!
7 hoursCandy Cloud Cafe
2448 Sycamore Rd, DeKalb, IL
Evening at Ellcourt
38 hoursEllwood Mansion
420 Linden Place, DeKalb, IL, 60115
International Cheese Tasting
9 daysDeKalb Public Library
309 Oak St, DeKalb, IL
Memorial Day Celebration 2025
11 daysEllwood Mansion
420 Linden Place, DeKalb, IL, 60115
DeKalb Farmer’s Market
21 daysFrank Van Buer Plaza
148 N 2nd St, DeKalb, IL
DeKalb Municipal Band Concert Series
27 daysHopkins Park Bandshell
1403 Sycamore Road, DeKalb, IL
Music at the Mansion
28 daysEllwood Mansion
420 Linden Place, DeKalb, IL, 60115