Dekalb Events 2026-2027
Your guide to live events and things to do in Dekalb, IL, and nearby areas.
- Updated: November 3, 2026
Events take place across Dekalb throughout 2026, including major concerts, sports, and live performances happening every week. Browse by date, venue, or category to find what’s happening near you.
- 9 Upcoming Events
- 0 Events This Weekend
- 3 Event Venues
- 8 Event Categories
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- sports 4
- concerts 1
- broadway 1
- Live Shows 3
- comedy 1
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Dekalb Events: Today, This Month & Dates
Upcoming Events in Dekalb
Browse events in 2026 by date and venue, including concerts, shows, sports, and more across the city and nearby areas.- Nov 05, 2026, 7:00 PM Thu — COMEDY: Napoleon Dynamite Live! at Egyptian Theatre - DeKalb,
135 North 2nd Street, Dekalb, IL 60115, US. From $55, Avg. price ~ $104, Tickets Available: 122. Select Seats - Nov 12, 2026, 6:00 PM Thu — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) VOLLEYBALL: Northern Illinois Huskies Women's Volleyball vs. Oakland University Golden Grizzlies at Victor E. Court at NIU Convocation Center, 1525 West Lincoln Highway, Dekalb, IL 60115, US. From $51, Avg. price ~ $58, 4 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 13, 2026, 5:00 PM Fri — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) VOLLEYBALL: Northern Illinois Huskies Women's Volleyball vs. Cleveland State Vikings at Victor E. Court at NIU Convocation Center, 1525 West Lincoln Highway, Dekalb, IL 60115, US. From $51, Avg. price ~ $58, 4 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 13, 2026, 7:00 PM Fri — Concert: Dancing In The Aisles - The Music of Motown at Egyptian Theatre - DeKalb, 135 North 2nd Street, Dekalb, IL 60115, US. From $62, Avg. price ~ $85, Tickets Available: 64. Select Seats
- Nov 14, 2026, 2:30 PM Sat — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) FOOTBALL, High Demand, Weekend Event: Northern Illinois Huskies vs. Nevada Wolf Pack at Huskie Stadium, 1245 Stadium Drive S., Dekalb, IL 60115, US. From $41, Avg. price ~ $206, Tickets Available: 203. Select Seats
- Nov 28, 2026, 2:30 PM Sat — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) FOOTBALL, Best Value, Weekend Event: Northern Illinois Huskies vs. UTEP Miners at Huskie Stadium, 1245 Stadium Drive S., Dekalb, IL 60115, US. From $26, Avg. price ~ $43, Tickets Available: 33. Select Seats
- Dec 10, 2026, 7:30 PM Thu — LATIN: Mariachi Herencia De Mexico at Egyptian Theatre - DeKalb, 135 North 2nd Street, Dekalb, IL 60115, US. From $76, Avg. price ~ $93, Tickets Available: 30. Select Seats
- Dec 18, 2026, 7:30 PM Fri — MUSICAL / PLAY: Terri Clark at Egyptian Theatre - DeKalb, 135 North 2nd Street, Dekalb, IL 60115, US. From $89, Avg. price ~ $122, Tickets Available: 124. Select Seats
- Dec 20, 2026, 3:00 PM Sun — Concert, Weekend Event: Christmas With The Nelsons at Egyptian Theatre - DeKalb, 135 North 2nd Street, Dekalb, IL 60115, US. From $61, Avg. price ~ $112, Tickets Available: 78. Select Seats
Dekalb Events by Month
Events by Show & Venue
From long-running shows to packed venues, this list breaks down what’s playing across Dekalb. Check schedules, event counts, and upcoming dates by show and location.
Frequently Asked Questions
What events are happening in Dekalb right now?
A little bit of everything — concerts, shows, sports, comedy. Dekalb rarely sits still. Check the schedule above to see what’s happening today, this week, or whenever you finally make plans.
How often is the event schedule updated?
Pretty often — like, more than your group chat actually commits to plans. New events get added as soon as dates and venues are confirmed.
Can I browse events by date or venue?
Yep. Filter by date, venue, or category and skip the endless scrolling. Your future self will appreciate it.
Are events held year-round in Dekalb?
Yeah — Dekalb doesn’t really take a season off. There’s always something going on, even when the weather’s doing its thing.
Where do events take place in Dekalb?
Everywhere — arenas, theaters, stadiums, clubs, and venues across Dekalb, IL. Big stages, small stages, and everything in between.
Do new events get added regularly?
All the time. If a tour drops or a game gets scheduled, it usually shows up here faster than you hear about it from friends.
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