Welcome to DeKalb, IL
Welcome to
DeKalb, Illinois
Located just 60 miles west of Chicago is DeKalb, Illinois, 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! DeKalb Life will help you with all DeKalb Information.
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Itineraries
Upcoming Events
Nov 06, 2026
8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
BOO’ze & Spirits Flashlight Tour
3 daysEgyptian Theatre
135 North 2nd Street DeKalb, IL 60115 United States.
Nov 15, 2026
7:30 am - 11:30 am
Free Breakfasts for Veterans
12 daysDeKalb Moose Lodge
1231 E Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb, Illinois 60115
Dec 20, 2026
7:30 am - 11:30 am
Free Breakfasts for Veterans
47 daysDeKalb Moose Lodge
1231 E Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb, Illinois 60115





