DeKalb Chamber of Commerce
  • Business Directory
  • Membership
    • Membership Application
    • Member Benefits >
      • Chamber 101
      • Ribbon Cuttings
      • Featured Member
      • Guest Columnist
    • Members Only
  • Community
    • Member News
    • Submit News Item
    • Radio Shows
    • In the Loop
    • Job Bank
    • Shop Local & Member2Member
    • Visit
  • Events
    • Annual Events
    • ATHENA Award
    • Farmers' Market
    • Chamber Calendar
    • Community Calendar
    • Submit a Community Event
  • About Us
    • Who We Are
    • Our Team
    • Board of Directors
    • Ambassadors
    • Strategic Plan
    • Programs >
      • Gather
      • Leadership Academy
    • Pay For Program
    • Contact Us
  • COVID-19
    • Small Business Member Assistance Fund
    • Open for Business
    • Resources
    • Keep Calm Moment
Annual Events

Annual Celebration Dinner

Picture
​The Annual Celebration Dinner encompasses the DeKalb Chamber's Annual Meeting, recognition of new and retiring Board Members, induction of the Pioneer and Business Leaders Hall of Fame, and announcement of the Ambassador of the Year, Nonprofit Organization and Business of the Year Awards.

Nominate now for Business of the Year and Non-Profit Organization Award! Nominations must be a DeKalb Chamber member in good standing. Nomination deadline December 18th, 2020. View Past Award Recipients.​
Nominate Business
Nominate
​Non-Profit

Family Fun Fest

Picture
Family Fun Fest is a great opportunity for businesses to connect with families in the community while enjoying summertime. This year we will be changing to a Family Fun Fest Drive-Thru where families can drive through Hopkins Park and stop by booths to receive fun take-home activities, giveaways and more!

​July 21, 2020

Community Expo Drive Thru

Sycamore High School Field House Community Expo DeKalb
The Community Expo is hosted by the DeKalb and Sycamore Chamber of Commerce and is a great way for businesses to showcase what they have to offer to our community. The 2020 Expo has been rescheduled and reformatted to a Drive Thru at the NIU Convocation Center Parking Lot on Thursday, October 1st. Over 30 local businesses will be handing out information, giveaways, and more!
​
October 1, 2020

State of the City

Picture
The 11th Annual State of the City will be held virtually on Thursday, December 3 at 9AM on Zoom. Speakers DeKalb Mayor Jerry Smith and NIU President Dr. Lisa Freeman will present on the status of and plans going forward for the Communiversity.

You can watch the entire presentation by clicking the Watch button below.
Watch
​Presentation

Annual Golf Outing

Picture
Join the DeKalb Chamber of Commerce on our annual Golf-a-Palooza golf outing to show off your golf game, or just to have some fun. A full 18 rounds of golf will be played along with networking opportunities, raffle items, lunch, and dinner.
Early Bird Registration Deadline August 20th
​
September 3, 2020

New Teacher Welcome Event

Picture
Welcome new teachers into the DeKalb School District of all levels. All teachers receive a "new teacher welcome bag" with items to help start the school year off right. Lunch and networking opportunities are offered. 


​
Event Details to Follow

Downtown DeKalb Events

In a partnership with the City of DeKalb the DeKalb Chamber coordinates the following events:
  • Spooktacular - October 21, 3-6PM, Downtown DeKalb
  • Lights on Lincoln & Santa Comes Thru Town - December 4, 6;30PM​, Downtown DeKalb
  • Visits with Santa - December 12, 4-6PM, Byers Brewing Company
City of DeKalb logo
Downtown DeKalb Logo
Mission:
"To serve and advance business interests of the Greater DeKalb Region"​
Vision:
The DeKalb Chamber of Commerce is recognized as the resource businesses rely on to connect and thrive.
Picture
DeKalb Chamber of Commerce.  All Rights Reserved.
130 W Lincoln Highway, Suite 200  |  DeKalb, IL 60115
​Phone: 815.756.6306 | chamber@dekalb.org | sitemap
  • Business Directory
  • Membership
    • Membership Application
    • Member Benefits >
      • Chamber 101
      • Ribbon Cuttings
      • Featured Member
      • Guest Columnist
    • Members Only
  • Community
    • Member News
    • Submit News Item
    • Radio Shows
    • In the Loop
    • Job Bank
    • Shop Local & Member2Member
    • Visit
  • Events
    • Annual Events
    • ATHENA Award
    • Farmers' Market
    • Chamber Calendar
    • Community Calendar
    • Submit a Community Event
  • About Us
    • Who We Are
    • Our Team
    • Board of Directors
    • Ambassadors
    • Strategic Plan
    • Programs >
      • Gather
      • Leadership Academy
    • Pay For Program
    • Contact Us
  • COVID-19
    • Small Business Member Assistance Fund
    • Open for Business
    • Resources
    • Keep Calm Moment