- Our list of the best things to do in Dekalb, Illinois, features the top 107 nearby activities — including 43 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Dekalb, IL has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Amusement, Entertainment & Shows, and Sports & Fitness.
- The results below include the top 10 things to do within the city of Dekalb, IL , followed by 97 popular activities in nearby cities, including St. Charles, Geneva, Batavia, Cherry Valley, Elgin, Aurora, Huntley, Yorkville, Belvidere, De Kalb, Rockford and Carpentersville
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Bordering the Rock River, Davis Park is located on seven acres and hosts festivals, fairs, concerts, movies and recreational events. The park offers open grassy areas that can be used for picnics and paved trails for walking.
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1354 North 2nd Street, Rockford, IL 61107
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Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens is a botanical garden featuring over 11,000 sq ft. of plant exhibition. Water fountains and falls, a pedestrian bridge, patios, walkways and seating areas set the stage for beautiful tropical plants and featured events.
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Located in the northwest Chicago suburb of Bartlett, Villa Olivia features a banquet and dining hall, golf, winter sports and a ski cafe. Skiing and snowboarding are offered at the Bartlett Park District facility.
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401 Country Club Road, Crystal Lake, IL 60014
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The Lakeside Legacy Arts Park and Sage Gallery is best known as the place where art meets history in Crystal Lake. Visitors can take in a live production or enjoy perusing the gallery's works of art.
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Featuring designated public skating hours, Carlson Artic Ice Arena offers visitors a 185 foot long ice arena that hosts both youth and adult hockey programs. The arena also hosts freestyle figure skating sessions.
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118 W. Bartlett Ave., #2, Bartlett, IL 60103
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Arts in Bartlett Center for the Arts is an all volunteer organization that is situated in a 1,300-sqft art facility. The facility features art classes, art shows, and temporary art exhibits.
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Hawk Hollow Forest Preserve is a large protected forest area that offers a variety of activities and opportunities for visitors. In addition to nature and wildlife viewing opportunities, the preserve hosts classes and programs throughout the year.
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Yesterday's - Scott's Arcade refurbishes or builds new cabinets for arcade games, including pinball machines. Customers can request upgrades, repairs, custom designed artwork, and electrical wiring for new lighting.
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Founded in 1986, the J R Kortman Center For Design is a combination art gallery and store that specializes in items that showcase the principles of fine design. The facility also houses a small book and wine department.
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Home to the Rockford IceHogs, BMO Harris Bank Center provides an ice arena to watch competitive hockey games. The arenas also hosts events from circuses, live music, auto sports activities, and comedians.