
Thunder Nationals - BMO Harris Bank Center
February 03, 2012 - February 04, 2012
Recurring daily
Times: Fri: 7:30pm; Sat: 2pm and 7:30pm
This family-friendly event features the best monster trucks in the business. Weighing 10,000 pounds, with 1,500 horsepower, Thunder National stars are back to crush the competition. Hear the rev and feel the power of monster trucks roaring into the BMO Harris Bank Center.
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Hot Time in the Summertime...For the Guys!
Day Two, morning
What would a "guy" tour be without a visit to the world's oldest Harley-Davidson dealership? Kegel Motorcycle Company is an award-winning facility with a showroom that features Harley-Davidson and Buell, and is the oldest Harley dealership in the country. In addition to the showroom, you'll find unique gifts, home furnishings; and an unsurpassed selection of children's Harley Davidson riding apparel. Grab a burger, fries and chocolate shake at the classic 50's-style diner.
Day Two, afternoon
Baseball is alive and well in Rockford. The Rockford Riverhawks, a minor league team, play at a brand new stadium at I-90 and Riverside Blvd. Now, if you like baseball but want to take part in a little different take on the game, don't miss the Midway Village Museum's Midway Marauders vintage baseball team where they play by 1850's rules, when men were men and gloves were for sissies! While you're there, check out the Rockford Peaches exhibit inside, featuring Rockford's own All-American Girls Professional Baseball League team from 1943 to 1954-and the team that the movie A League of Their Own was based on.
Guy Meals & Late Night Activities
When you're ready for a "guy" dinner, Rockford can offer up just about anything. For a juicy, thick steak there are many choices, but a select few are considered top-notch. Maria's Italian Café is a classic Italian neighborhood restaurant still located in its original building serving up what many think is the best steak around. Or try the garlic-smothered Steak Sinatra at Nunzio's Italian Restaurant. If you're looking for a view, try Cliffbreakers Restaurant and Bar/Lounge. Cliffbreakers Martini Lounge Overlooking the Rock River, this eclectic dining establishment is furnished with antiques and architectural artifacts from around the world. Giovanni's Restaurant & Big Al's Bar offers choice steaks, fresh seafood, low cholesterol entrees, and gourmet pastas. There's a late night bar menu and live jazz and music on Tuesday, Friday and Saturday nights.
Lodging
After a long day of golfing, rock climbing or spectator sports, you'll want to rest your weary head on a soft pillow. Rockford's hotels include everything from full-service resorts to budget lodging. For a complete listing visit our accommodations page.
Did you know Rockford is the home of the sock monkey? Learn more interesting facts about our region.
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