Black History Month in Rockford, IL – Celebrating Culture & Community

Join us in honoring Black History Month in Rockford with events, Black-owned businesses…

Rockford Celebrates America 250

Find America 250 events and resources across the Rockford region and join a yearlong…

Winter adventures start here. Explore Winter in Rockford

Find things to do this winter, from snowy trails to cozy indoor favorites.

Showboarder on a jump at Snow Park at Alpine Hills

Experience Public Art in Rockford

Journey through Rockford’s outdoor gallery of murals and sculptures.

Explore Downtown Rockford

Discover vibrant arts, local flavors, live entertainment, and unique shopping in the heart…

Aerial view of downtown Rockford at sunset, with people gathering near food trucks along a lively riverside, surrounded by city buildings.

AN INSIDE LOOK ROCKFORD PEACHES FIND THEIR TEAM

Are you a Peaches fan, historian, or just curious about what life was like as a Peach in…

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The Rockford region is the home of the Rockford Peaches baseball team, the sock monkey, and is aptly named the City of Gardens. The Rockford region is 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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Winter Attractions

Rockford in winter becomes a cozy, snowy getaway, with twinkling lights, sledding hills, and warm-up stops all around. From holiday lights to frosty trails, these locations offer a festive winter adventure.

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Snow Park at Alpine Hills

Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens

Coronado Theatre

Burpee Museum of Natural History

Midway Village Museum

Carlson Ice Arena

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Downtown Rockford

Top Things To Do In Rockford

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Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens There's no shortage of fun activities to check out while you are in Rockford! Explore unique museums, enjoy delicious food, and hike in the great outdoors. 1. Explore a museum! Take learning to…

Downtown Rockford

Top Things To Do In Rockford

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Winter

Experience Winter Recreation in Rockford!

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The snow and cold temperatures bring so many fun things to the Rockford Region. Winter doesn’t necessarily mean long days stuck inside, sheltering from the cold. You can cure your boredom with several different exciting…

Experience Winter Recreation in Rockford!

black history month

We Voted: Experience African American Political History in Rockford

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Rockford invites visitors and residents alike to explore history where it happened. The African-American Gallery at Rockford’s Ethnic Heritage Museum features “We Voted: Honoring African American Voices in…