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.
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Rockford Events

Music in the Park 2019

Jun. 11 - Aug. 8 // 2019

Long a Rockford tradition...beautiful summer evenings in the historic Sinnissippi Park Music Shell with live music by local and regional musicians. Performances begin at 7 p.m. on Tuesdays and...

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Ski Broncs Waterski Shows

May. 24 - Aug. 30 // 2019

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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Caps Garage's 3rd Annual Car Show...

Jun. 22 // 2019

The (optional) cruise will begin at 2:30 p.m. at The Hot Rod Shop, 4425 Charles Street, Rockford, and cruise to the show, which starts at 4:30 p.m. at Caps Garage. This is a free event and fun for the...

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Free Family Nature Day

Jun. 22 // 2019

Free Family Fun! Adult Adventures! Natural Land Institute presents Family Nature Day, a free family-themed event. Attendees can arrive and depart anytime during the four-hour event. All ages will...

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Saturday Family Fun at Lockwood...

May. 4 - Oct. 26 // 2019

Bring the family out to the country to enjoy Saturday afternoons finding fun at Rockford Park District's Lockwood Park. There's a covered pony ring for children ages 1-7, the Children's Farm Animal...

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Harlem Renaissance Exhibit

Jun. 23 // 2019

During the 1920-40s, Black America went through a cultural revolution known as the Harlem Renaissance. On Sunday, June 23, the Ethnic Heritage Museum will unveil its newest exhibit examining the...

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Live at Levings Talent Show and...

Jun. 2 - Aug. 4 // 2019

Live at Levings talent showcase and free concerts present a variety of music and other performances. The winners from each weekly contest will compete in the finals on August 4 for a grand prize. June...

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Prideful Projects (for ages 13-19)

Jun. 10 - 24 // 2019

All youth ages 13-19 and their families are invited to help celebrate Pride Month with weekly rainbow and pride-themed crafts!

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Rockton River Market

Jun. 5 - Aug. 28 // 2019

The Rockton River Market is all about fun! Shop to great live music in downtown Rockton while visiting a variety of food and goods vendors every Wednesday, June through August. Live entertainment...

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Phantom Regiment Show of Shows

Jun. 29 // 2019

Experience the art of musical pageantry as the Show of Shows features some of the best drum and bugle corps in the world. This event has won People’s Choice for Special Event at the RAMI Awards...

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815 Beauty & Barber Showdown

Jun. 30 // 2019

The 815 Beauty & Barber Showdown has beauty and barbering students and professionals competing for trophies in "Fastest Fade and Best Graphic,” "Night out Make-Up & Fastest Updo,” and an...

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ComEd Star Spangled Spectacular

Jul. 3 // 2019

The annual RSO Patriotic Pops concert at StarlightTheatre features a celebration of America's independence with a family evening of music and fireworks.

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