About Rockford

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.
You'll be In Good Company in Real. Original. Rockford!

Rockford Events

FVV Fan Fest

Jun. 22 // 2018

The 2018 FVV Fan Fest returns to the UW Health Sports Factory at 5 p.m. Friday, June 22. As part of the Bring Your Game 2 Rockford (BYG2RKFD) campaign, the guest of honor for this second annual event...

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Ski Broncs Waterski Shows

Jun. 6 - Aug. 31 // 2018

The Rockford Ski Broncs' dazzing water ski includes daring jumps, tremendous human pyramids, speedy barefoot skiing, beautiful ballet lines, head-spinning swivel skiing and tricky tricking. Enjoy...

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Concerts on the Creek

May. 19 - Sep. 22 // 2018

Concerts on the Creek are family-friendly concerts in a beautiful indoor temperature-controlled music venue at Spring Creek United Church of Christ. The grounds are gorgeous year-round so come early...

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Free Family Nature Day

Jun. 23 // 2018

Family Nature Day is a free, family themed event that features several learning stations scattered throughout Nygren Wetland Preserve in Rockton, Illinois. Children who visit 6 out of 12 learning...

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Rockford Speedway - Metro Medical...

Jun. 23 // 2018

There plenty of things happening at Rockford Speedway from the moment you walk through the gate until the moment you leave on Kids Night. Kids are invited to take part in Kids Box Car Races at...

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Shop the Blocks in Downtown...

Jun. 23 // 2018

Blocks is moving to Saturdays for its 4th season in downtown Rockford. Saturday, June 23: “Rewind the Blocks: Retro Rockford” This weekend’s Shop the Blocks overlaps with Rockford Vintage Market , at...

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Live at Levings Talent Showcase...

Jun. 3 - Aug. 5 // 2018

Live at Levings talent showcase and free concerts present a variety of music and other performances. The talent contest, with cash prizes, will allow as many interested performers as possible to...

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Art in Bloom

Jun. 25 - 29 // 2018

Rockford Art Museum is in full bloom during this four-day event as works of art from the feature exhibition, The Rockford Midwestern Biennial, are creatively interpreted through flowers and other...

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Tuesday Evening in the Gardens

May. 29 - Aug. 28 // 2018

T uesday Evening in the Gardens features local, regional and nationally touring musicians. Join friends and family for an evening of live music and comradery in this beautiful outdoor setting. Guests...

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Rockton River Market

Jun. 6 - Aug. 29 // 2018

The Rockton River Market is all about fun! A great variety of vendors, food and drinks in downtown Rockton at Settlers Park, 125 E. Hawick Street! Shop our eclectic mix of food and goods vendors every...

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Caps Garage Car Show

Jun. 30 // 2018

Caps Garage 2nd Annual Car Show features: - Over 100 cars and bikes on display - 25 trophies to be won - Live music - Huge kids area - Bounce houses - Vendors and swap meet sellers - Food trucks -...

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Here Come the Mummies Block Party

Jun. 30 // 2018

Here Come the Mummies, an eight-piece funk-rock band of 5000 year-old Egyptian Mummies with a one-track mind, will perform at the Main Street District Block Party on June 30. Doors open at 6:00pm....

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