2012 Concert Schedule

Tuesdays, 8:00pm beginning June 12th
Concerts are held at the Hopkins Park Band Shell, 1403 Sycamore Road, DeKalb
 

Special performances

• June 12th - Dee Palmer Tribute Night
• June 19th - Flag Day Ceremony
• July 4th Celebration at Hopkins Park, 8:00pm
• Ellwood House Ice Cream Social, Sunday, August 5th, 2:30pm 

Recognized throughout the country as one of the Midwest's most historic musical organizations, the DeKalb Municipal Band will hold the 2012 concert season at the Hopkins Park Band Shell, 1403 Sycamore Road, DeKalb. Performances include soloists each week and a special "Pops Concert" and fireworks show on the Fourth of July as well as other special featured events.

History: The DeKalb Municipal Band is a tradition that goes back to 1854, when a small group of musicians fresh from the California Gold Rush formed the Silver Cornet Band. Since then, a City Band in DeKalb has existed for 155 years, uninterrupted by wars, and a depression. With such a record, DeKalb claims to be the city with the oldest continuous band in Illinois.

Cost: All concerts throughout the summer are FREE

When: Every Tuesday Evening at 8:00 p.m. June through mid-August

Where: Concerts are at the Band shell in Hopkins Park 1403 Sycamore Road (Route 23), DeKalb

What to bring: Family and Friends

To fully enjoy the evening people are encouraged to come early and bring a picnic dinner

Can't make it to the concert?  Listen to the concert live on 1360 AM WLBK

Please join the City of DeKalb and DeKalb Park District for an enjoyable evening at these concerts and special programs.