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The Rockford region is a Real. Original. City of Gardens and rivers, and a wonderful place to spend a life - or a weekend. Our Rockford Calendar of Events is full of plenty of things to do and see. Explore one of our museums, visit some unique shops, grab a bite to eat at one of our many restaurants, take in some arts and culture, or relax at one of our hotels.
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Rockford Events

39th Annual Rockford Home Show

Feb. 22 - 24 // 2019

The Home Show is the ideal place to shop for new products, services, ideas, concepts, and expertise on interior and exterior design. Plus, the show provides the whole family with entertainment at no...

Feb

Discover Engineering

Feb. 23 // 2019

Crank up your cranium and see how great it feels to solve problems like an engineer! Dozens of engineering professionals are setting up shop in Museum spaces and invite you to participate in hands-on...

Feb

In Full Bloom: The Orchid Exhibit

Feb. 12 - Mar. 17 // 2019

It may be the depth of winter, but Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens is teeming with color! Enjoy a break from winter to see hundreds of tropical orchids creatively displayed in the warm tropical...

Feb

Mar

Tribute to Local African American...

Feb. 10 - Apr. 28 // 2019

Rockford’s history begins with its founding by three men, Thatcher Blake, Germanicus Kent and his slave Lewis Lemon, who later purchased his freedom. Since that humble beginning, the African American...

Feb

Apr

First Fridays - Art, Music, Food...

Mar. 1 // 2019

Each month downtown art galleries, shops, music and theater venues work together to stay open late providing great new art, music and goods. Visit the website for a complete schedule.

Jun

PaleoFest 2019

Mar. 2 - 3 // 2019

The idea for a paleontology symposium was born at Burpee Museum over 20 years ago. In that time PaleoFest has become a local phenomenon, Burpee has shared an all-star cast of speakers with the...

Mar

Sock Monkey Madness Festival -...

Mar. 2 // 2019

This year’s Sock Monkey Madness Festival returns as an exclusive one day special event! New twists and theme will add to the festive one-of-a-kind fun. Travel around the globe with your Sock Monkey to...

Mar

Rockford RV, Camping & Travel Show

Mar. 8 - 10 // 2019

Camping is great fun for the whole family. Visit the 48th annual Rockford RV, Camping & Travel Show and take a look at the new 2019 RV models to find your home away from home. The show features a...

Mar

“We Once Lived Here: The Ho-Chunk...

Mar. 10 - Nov. 2 // 2019

At the confluence of Turtle Creek and the Rock River there was a very large Ho-Chunk (Winnebago) settlement called Ke-Chunk (Kečąk) or Turtle Village until 1832. Nature At The Confluence is situated...

Mar

Nov

2019 St. Patrick's Day Parade and...

Mar. 16 // 2019

The Irish Marching Society presents the annual St. Patrick's Day Parade and PaddyFest. The parade kicks off at 3:00pm and ends at the Prairie Street Brewhouse, where the PaddyFest will begin about...

Mar

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Cold Days, Warm Drinks

Jan 29 // 2019

I am certainly not a connoisseur of coffee by any means, but I do have an unwavering fondness of it, and not necessarily because of its flavor. For...

Explore the Rails at Discovery Center

Jan 24 // 2019

When you think back to your childhood, certain things probably come to mind. Toys you played with, TV shows you watched, or maybe books you’ve...

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