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Egyptian Theatre in DeKalb, IL

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About Downtown DeKalb

Downtown DeKalb is home to the iconic Egyptian Theatre, a historic Egyptian Revival movie palace built in 1929. With a total seating capacity of 1,400 (the section you want on the main floor and the section you want in the balcony), the venue hosts dozens of events each year, ranging from concerts and film screenings to festivals and private rentals. The theatre sits in the heart of downtown DeKalb, making it easy to combine a show with nearby dining and lodging.

Whether you're a first-time visitor or a seasoned patron, we’ve got you covered with practical seating details, parking options, transit accessibility, and recommended nearby hotels and restaurants to make your trip smooth and enjoyable.

Explore the official seating map to choose your preferred view from the auditorium. Downtown DeKalb is a hub of activity, with events that bring the community together and attract visitors from surrounding areas. If you’re planning a night out, check out our affiliate partners for convenient hotel stays and dining options near the venue. Transit routes and ridesharing services provide easy access, with options for prearranged rides through local providers. For a smaller, intimate setting, nearby Fargo Venue offers a the best available price-level option for more intimate performances.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Egyptian Theatre capacity: 1,400 seats in the auditorium (850 on the main floor, 550 in the balcony).
  • Address: 135 N. Second Street, DeKalb, IL 60115.
  • Venue type: Historic Egyptian Revival movie palace built in 1929, center of downtown DeKalb.
  • Seat map: Official seating map is available (Seat Map PDF).
  • Parking: Four accessible spaces in the Van Buer Plaza lot directly across the street; free public parking with accessible path to the theatre.
  • Transit: City of DeKalb routes 16 and 17 serve downtown with stops about half a block from the front door; Transdev offers prearranged rides.
  • Nearby hotels: NIU Holmes Student Center Hotel; Red Roof Inn & Suites DeKalb; Comfort Inn; Hampton Inn; Home2 Suites.
  • Notable events: Dozens of events annually (concerts, film screenings, festivals, private rentals); venue hosts include the Downtown DeKalb Birthday Bash and other festival events.
  • Downtown DeKalb has additional venues such as Fargo Venue (641 E Lincoln Highway) with 50-capacity for smaller events.