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DeKalb Corn Fest
Fri, Aug 28 – Sun, Aug 30, 2026
Downtown DeKalb, DeKalb, IL
AT A GLANCE
- Date & time
- Fri, Aug 28 – Sun, Aug 30, 2026
- Location
- Downtown DeKalb, DeKalb, IL · Lincoln Hwy between 1st and 4th St, DeKalb, IL 60115
- Admission
- Free
- Organizer
- Corn Fest, Inc.
DeKalb Corn Fest returns for its 49th year with a downtown celebration centered on Illinois sweet corn. The weekend includes the traditional corn boil, food and craft vendors, a carnival and free live music.
The festival takes place along Lincoln Highway between First and Fourth streets.
MAKE YOUR WAY THERE
Route & location
Downtown DeKalbLincoln Hwy between 1st and 4th St, DeKalb, IL 60115
Check the organizer’s route and entry points before heading out.