Events

2026 Mutt Strut

Join Tails Humane Society for the 2026 Mutt Strut, where every step you take makes a difference for homeless pets in need! Whether you run or walk the 5k route, you’re supporting their mission to care for and find loving homes for animals. There is also a 1 mile walk option available. Bring your furry […]

12 Sep

9:00 am - 11:00 am

Hopkins Park

1403 Sycamore Road DeKalb, IL 60115 United States

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Wine on the Terrace 2026

Wine on the Terrace is the Ellwood House Museum’s signature fundraising event, an elegant and relaxed evening that directly supports their mission to preserve this historic site and connect the community to local history. Guests will enjoy unlimited wine tastings, delicious food from local favorites, and live music, all set against the backdrop of the […]

19 Sep

4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Ellwood Mansion

420 Linden Place, DeKalb, IL, 60115

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Free Breakfasts for Veterans

Continuing through 2026, the DeKalb Moose Lodge will be offering all veterans a free breakfast on the third Sunday of each month.

20 Sep

7:30 am - 11:30 am

DeKalb Moose Lodge

1231 E Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb, Illinois 60115

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AGT’s Puppy Pals Live

As seen on AMERICA’S GOT TALENT, Puppy Pals Live is a family fun action-packed show where adopted and rescued dogs perform spectacular stunts and breathtaking feats. Watch as Puppy Pals Live leads the puppies and audience through challenging and comical tricks as the pooches show everyone who is really boss! Full of canine stunts and laugh-out-loud canine […]

20 Sep

2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

Egyptian Theatre

135 North 2nd Street DeKalb, IL 60115 United States.

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DeKalb Fall Back Alley Market

The DeKalb Back Alley Market (BAM) takes over downtown DeKalb with a curated mix of vintage, handmade, and just plain cool. You’ll find 150+ vendors spread through streets and alleyways—everything from vintage clothing and home décor to pottery, candles, apothecary goods, and specialty foods. It’s not a craft fair and it’s not a flea market. […]

26 Sep

9:00 am - 3:00 pm

Frank Van Buer Plaza

148 N 2nd St, DeKalb, IL

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SNAG 2026

This unique fundraiser dinner will be held Saturday, Sept. 26 from 4-7 pm at the historic Glidden Homestead. Parking is available onsite. This event features a catered buffet, tours of the historic house and barn, music by Bend in the Road, raffle items, games and more — all with the unique Glidden Homestead as a […]

26 Sep

4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Glidden Homestead

921 W Lincoln Hwy DeKalb, IL 60115 United States

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Over the Shire & Far Away

“Over the Shire & Far Away” is a powerful rock n’ roll tribute to the Lord of the Rings & Led Zeppelin. A truly unique storytelling experience that takes listeners on a timeless journey through Middle Earth, Knorrwood’s extraordinary musical adventure seamlessly blends epic themes from the masterful Lord of the Rings trilogy with mystical […]

26 Sep

7:30 pm - 9:45 pm

Egyptian Theatre

135 North 2nd Street DeKalb, IL 60115 United States.

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Free Breakfasts for Veterans

Continuing through 2026, the DeKalb Moose Lodge will be offering all veterans a free breakfast on the third Sunday of each month.

18 Oct

7:30 am - 11:30 am

DeKalb Moose Lodge

1231 E Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb, Illinois 60115

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Free Breakfasts for Veterans

Continuing through 2026, the DeKalb Moose Lodge will be offering all veterans a free breakfast on the third Sunday of each month.

15 Nov

7:30 am - 11:30 am

DeKalb Moose Lodge

1231 E Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb, Illinois 60115

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Free Breakfasts for Veterans

Continuing through 2026, the DeKalb Moose Lodge will be offering all veterans a free breakfast on the third Sunday of each month.

20 Dec

7:30 am - 11:30 am

DeKalb Moose Lodge

1231 E Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb, Illinois 60115

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