# Theater Events, Live Performances In Dekalb & Shows in Dekalb

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- **Category**: Performances
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## Performances Events in Dekalb

- **Event Name**: DeKalb Cinco de Mayo 2026
  - **Description**: We are celebrating our Third annual DeKalb Cinco de Mayo 🇲🇽 

Our event will kick off with a parade featuring decorated wagons from local businesses in DeKalb. There will be live performances varying from traditional dancing to mariachi to grupo! Enjoy a
  - **Interested Audience**:
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  - **Date**: Sun May 03 2026 at 12:00 pm – Sun May 03 2026 at 08:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/dekalb/dekalb-cinco-de-mayo-2026/200029795425546
  - **Venue**: Downtown Dekalb
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  - **Categories**: cinco-de-mayo, food-drinks, kids, parades
- **Event Name**: Michael W. Smith
  - **Description**: 🎉 Welcome to Michael W. Smith, where dreams come alive and possibilities are endless! 🏛️ Join us at Egyptian Theatre - DeKalb in the heart of Dekalb, IL for an event that defies expectati
  - **Date**: Thu May 14 2026 at 06:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/dekalb/michael-w-smith/2300029507905434
  - **Venue**: Egyptian Theatre - DeKalb
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  - **Categories**: art, trips-adventures
- **Event Name**: Michael W Smith at Egyptian Theatre - DeKalb
  - **Description**: 🎉 Prepare to be amazed at Michael W Smith at Egyptian Theatre - DeKalb, the most anticipated gathering of the season! 🌟 Set against the stunning backdrop of Egyptian Theatre - DeKalb in vibrant Dekalb,
  - **Date**: Fri May 15 2026 at 07:30 pm – Fri May 15 2026 at 09:30 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/dekalb/michael-w-smith-at-egyptian-theatre-dekalb/2400029576853008
  - **Venue**: Egyptian Theatre - DeKalb
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  - **Categories**: art, theatre, calendar
- **Event Name**: DeKalb Local Showcase
  - **Description**: Get ready for a fun-filled evening celebrating all things local at the Local Showcase! This event hosts 100+  booths for all ages to enjoy.About this EventDeKalb Local ShowcaseCome check out the
  - **Date**: Thu Apr 23 2026 at 03:30 pm – Thu Apr 23 2026 at 07:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/dekalb/dekalb-local-showcase/100001986035111481
  - **Venue**: NIU Convocation Center
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  - **Price**: Free
- **Event Name**: 4th Annual DeKalb Day of the Dead Festival
  - **Description**: Mark your calendars!
The 4th Annual DeKalb Day of the Dead Festival is returning to the DeKalb Public Library!
Join us for an afternoon filled with culture, community, remembrance, and celebration.

🗓 Saturday, November 7th
⏰ Festival Activities: 2:00 PM
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  - **Date**: Sat Nov 07 2026 at 02:00 pm – Sat Nov 07 2026 at 07:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/dekalb/4th-annual-dekalb-day-of-the-dead-festival/200029729985003
  - **Venue**: DeKalb Public Library
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  - **Categories**: festivals, entertainment, concerts, performances, music, art, calendar
- **Event Name**: After-hours Concert: NIU Steelband
  - **Description**: Join us in the library’s main lobby for an after-hours concert performed by the Northern Illinois University’s renowned Steelband.About this EventThis event does not require registration.
  - **Date**: Fri Apr 17 2026 at 06:30 pm – Fri Apr 17 2026 at 07:30 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/dekalb/after-hours-concert-niu-steelband/100001984571359359
  - **Venue**: Dekalb Public Library
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: Entertainment, Music, Concerts, Art, Festivals, food-drinks
- **Event Name**: A Brother's Revival
  - **Description**: ✨ Experience the magic of A Brother's Revival, where moments become memories that last a lifetime! 🏛️ The iconic Egyptian Theatre - DeKalb in Dekalb, IL sets the perfect stage for an unfo
  - **Date**: Fri May 08 2026 at 06:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/dekalb/a-brothers-revival/2300029494290735
  - **Venue**: Egyptian Theatre - DeKalb
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  - **Categories**: Art, Theatre
- **Event Name**: A Brothers Revival at Egyptian Theatre - DeKalb
  - **Description**: 🌟 Step into a world of wonder at A Brothers Revival at Egyptian Theatre - DeKalb, where extraordinary moments await! 🏛️ Located at Egyptian Theatre - DeKalb in dynamic Dekalb, IL, this e
  - **Date**: Sat May 09 2026 at 07:30 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/dekalb/a-brothers-revival-at-egyptian-theatre-dekalb/2400029564489144
  - **Venue**: Egyptian Theatre - DeKalb
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  - **Categories**: art

## Trending Events in Dekalb

- **Event Name**: DeKalb Corn Fest - Beer Garden & Sound Stage
  - **Description**: Headlining Saturday night is the POP 2000 Tour with O-Town, LFO, Chris Kirkpatrick from *NSYNC, Ryan Cabrera and more.  Get Tickets Now!About this EventCorn Fest will be celebrating its 50th year in Downtown DeKalb, IL ac
  - **Venue**: Downtown DeKalb
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- **Event Name**: Wyoming Cowboys at Northern Illinois Huskies Football at Huskie Stadium
  - **Description**: ✨ Embark on an extraordinary journey at Wyoming Cowboys at Northern Illinois Huskies Football at Huskie Stadium, where every moment promises to be unforgettable! 🌟 Imagine of transforming Huskie Stadium in the heart of
  - **Venue**: Huskie Stadium
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- **Event Name**: Northern Illinois Huskies vs. Hawaii Rainbow Warriors
  - **Description**: 🌟 Step into a world of wonder at Northern Illinois Huskies vs. Hawaii Rainbow Warriors, where extraordinary moments await! 🏛️ Located at Huskie Stadium in dynamic Dekalb, IL, this event w
  - **Venue**: Huskie Stadium
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- **Event Name**: Midwest Championships
  - **Description**: https://www.dci.org/events/2026-midwest-classic/
  - **Venue**: Huskie Stadium at Northern Illinois University 1245 Stadium Drive South DeKalb, IL 60115
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- **Event Name**: Northern Illinois Huskies vs. Air Force Falcons
  - **Description**: 🌟 Step into a world of wonder at Northern Illinois Huskies vs. Air Force Falcons, where extraordinary moments await! 🏛️ Located at Huskie Stadium in dynamic Dekalb, IL, this event will be
  - **Venue**: Huskie Stadium
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- **Event Name**: DeKalb Cinco de Mayo 2026
  - **Description**: We are celebrating our Third annual DeKalb Cinco de Mayo 🇲🇽 

Our event will kick off with a parade featuring decorated wagons from local businesses in DeKalb. There will be live performances varying from traditional dancing to mariachi to grupo! Enjoy a
  - **Venue**: Downtown Dekalb
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- **Event Name**: Hawaii Rainbow Warriors at Northern Illinois Huskies Football at Huskie Stadium
  - **Description**: ✨ Discover the extraordinary at Hawaii Rainbow Warriors at Northern Illinois Huskies Football at Huskie Stadium, where magic meets reality in ways you've never imagined! 🏛️ Set in Huskie Stadium nestled in bustling
  - **Venue**: Huskie Stadium
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- **Event Name**: Wyoming Cowboys at Northern Illinois Huskies Football (Date TBD)
  - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Huskie Stadium
🏠 Address: 1245 Stadium Drive S., Dekalb, IL 60115
🌆 City: Dekalb
📍 Location: 41.9338, -88.7778🌟 Journey into wonder at Wyoming Cowboys at Northern Illinois Huskies Football (Date TBD), where extraordinary experie
  - **Venue**: Huskie Stadium
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- **Event Name**: Michael W. Smith
  - **Description**: 🎉 Welcome to Michael W. Smith, where dreams come alive and possibilities are endless! 🏛️ Join us at Egyptian Theatre - DeKalb in the heart of Dekalb, IL for an event that defies expectati
  - **Venue**: Egyptian Theatre - DeKalb
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Performances events in Dekalb?
  - **A:** DeKalb Cinco de Mayo 2026 (Sun May 03 2026 at 12:00 pm at Downtown Dekalb), Michael W. Smith (Thu May 14 2026 at 06:00 pm at Egyptian Theatre - DeKalb), Michael W Smith at Egyptian Theatre - DeKalb (Fri May 15 2026 at 07:30 pm at Egyptian Theatre - DeKalb), DeKalb Local Showcase (Thu Apr 23 2026 at 03:30 pm at NIU Convocation Center), 4th Annual DeKalb Day of the Dead Festival (Sat Nov 07 2026 at 02:00 pm at DeKalb Public Library).
- **Q**: What are the top free Performances events in Dekalb?
  - **A:** DeKalb Local Showcase (Thu Apr 23 2026 at 03:30 pm at NIU Convocation Center), After-hours Concert: NIU Steelband (Fri Apr 17 2026 at 06:30 pm at Dekalb Public Library).
- **Q**: What Performances events are happening in Dekalb in April 2026?
  - **A:** DeKalb Local Showcase (Thu Apr 23 2026 at 03:30 pm at NIU Convocation Center), After-hours Concert: NIU Steelband (Fri Apr 17 2026 at 06:30 pm at Dekalb Public Library).
- **Q**: How can I find Performances events in Dekalb?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Performances events in Dekalb on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Performances events in Dekalb?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Performances events in Dekalb?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Performances events in Dekalb include Downtown Dekalb, Egyptian Theatre - DeKalb, NIU Convocation Center.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Performances events in Dekalb?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Performances events in Dekalb include DeKalb Cinco de Mayo, Ticket Network Events, Vivid Events.
- **Q**: Are there any online Performances events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Performances events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Performances events in Dekalb?
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