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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

Comets, Asteroids, and Meteors:...

Sep. 22 - Dec. 16 // 2018

There’s more in outer space than stars and planets! Come explore the mysteries of other celestial objects at Discovery Center’s new temporary exhibition— Comets, Asteroids, and Meteors: Great Balls of...

Sep

Dec

Wings of Wonder: The Lorikeet...

Sep. 1 - Nov. 11 // 2018

Get an intimate look into the fascinating world of the lorikeet. Come "face-to-beak" with these always curious nectar-feeding birds. Lorikeets are known for their playful personalities, vibrant...

Sep

Nov

"In The Outdoors" Free Nature...

Apr. 21 - Oct. 20 // 2018

Rockford Park District's Atwood Center invites all ages to experience In the Outdoors, a series of free activities held one Saturday a month April 21-October 20, 2018 at 334-acre Seth B. Atwood Park....

Apr

Oct

5th Annual Holidazzle Craft Show

Oct. 20 - 21 // 2018

The "Holidazzle Craft Show" returns to the Winnebago County Fairgrounds, featuring more than 150 crafters with all handmade items. Get a head start on Christmas shopping. Concessions will be...

Oct

5th Annual Rockford Record Crawl

Oct. 20 // 2018

Gather your friends and travel through the Rockford Region for the Rockford Record Crawl. Hang out with other record collectors, make friends, have fun and enjoy yourself. This is an easy-going day...

Oct

All Hallows Eve

Oct. 20 // 2018

More than 24 village buildings will be specially decorated for Halloween by local community groups, and families can trick-or-treat in each building to receive candy from costumed volunteers! There...

Oct

Frenchman's Frolic: A Rendezvous

Oct. 20 - 21 // 2018

This free and family friendly event takes place in the beautiful historic site at Macktown Forest Preserve. Living History interpreters will gather in a historic encampment to visit with one another,...

Oct

Lockwood's Pumpkin Fest

Oct. 6 - 28 // 2018

Hand-pick your pumpkins, ride a pony or a horse, enjoy homemade pumpkin bars, or make your own S’mores. Plus, enjoy games, a corn maze, the haunted corn crib, and more. Kids will love interacting with...

Oct

Spook-Tacular Haunts

Oct. 27 // 2018

Anderson Japanese Gardens is partnering with Hoo Haven Wildlife Rehab & Education Center and Haunted Rockford for a Halloween event that will be fun for the whole family. Children are invited to...

Oct

First Fridays - Art, Music, Food...

Nov. 2 // 2018

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

Concerts on the Creek - John Denver...

Nov. 10 // 2018

Chip Messiner hosts The Legends of Country Show every Sunday morning on FM 95.3. Chip is also a full-time musician, producer, and booking agent. Being the biggest JOHN DENVER fan of them all, Chip...

Nov

Hometown Heroes: Rockford's Vietnam...

Nov. 10 // 2018

Students from the Harlem Veteran's Project will share their compelling and professionally-developed documentaries of Rockford's Vietnam Veterans. Meet several of our local heroes, talk with the...

Nov

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Get the Most Out of Your Halloween Costume

Oct 15 // 2018

Halloween is the one night a year where kids (and even adults!) can dress up to be anything they way to be. I fondly remember my Halloween costumes as a kid...

Our Beautiful Forest City

Oct 4 // 2018

Forest City and Forest City Beautiful…Most likely you’ve heard these terms, but what do they mean? Both serve as great compliments to our...

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