DeKalb Cinco de Mayo

05/12/2026

DeKalb Cinco de Mayo 2026 was definitely one for the books 🤩 We are so thankful to everyone that attended and participated. This event was made possible due to our Cinco de Mayo committee who donated their time and resources and to our wonderful sponsors who believed in the vision.

We want to give a big thanks to our committee: The Balloon Bar Nrg Music & PhotoBooth Willrett Flower Company Create Health Mobility Clinic Dekalb Fresh Market for all the hard work and dedication!

We also want to extend our gratitude to our sponsors: Kunes CDJR of Sycamore, In & Out Cuts, Country Financial, Crooked Horns, French Toast Cafe, FNBO, First State bank, Maria Pena-Graham, LaCretia Konan, Joiners HVAC, and Los Rancheros.

Thank you all so much! Stay tuned for next year 👀

05/05/2026

05/03/2026

Parade rescheduled for 12:30 PM! Festival vibes still strong, roll downtown for food, dance, music, CARS and drinks!

05/02/2026

🌟Sponsor Spotlight🌟

We wish to extend a special thank you to Michael Shipley - Country Financial for their generous contribution to our Cinco de Mayo celebration!

Country Financial is an insurance and financial services company that provides coverage for auto, home, life, farm, and commercial purposes, along with services including retirement planning and trust services.

05/01/2026

Downtown DeKalb will play host to the third annual Cinco de Mayo celebration on Sunday. The free, family-friendly event features a wagon parade at noon, a car show, live performances and other activities.

05/01/2026

🌟Sponsor Spotlight🌟

A special thank you to Kunes Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Sycamore for sponsoring our Cinco de Mayo celebration. Their contribution allows us to host this event, and we are grateful for their support.

Kunes Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Sycamore is open Monday - Saturday. They are located at 1825 DeKalb Ave, Sycamore, IL! Make sure to pay them a visit.

05/01/2026

We’re looking for amazing volunteers to help make this year’s Cinco de Mayo celebration a success! Join us in bringing fun, culture, and community together for an unforgettable event.

If u can help for a few hours or the whole day, we’d love to have you on the team!

Interested in volunteering? Click the link below to sign up.

Thank you for your interest in volunteering! We couldn’t do this without amazing volunteers like you! Please complete the information below and select the area(s) you’d like to assist with. We ask that all volunteers arrive 15 mins prior to your scheduled time for check in. You will receive an e...