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

Bittersweet Observations

Jun. 9 - Oct. 1 // 2017

Bittersweet Observations explores the grown-up wonder of childlike nostalgia in a dramatic, fairytale setting through paintings, drawings, prints, animation, and installations by Casey Riordan Millard...

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Bruce Munro: LIGHT

Jun. 3 - Nov. 5 // 2017

Bruce Munro: LIGHT at Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens allows visitors to literally see the gardens in a new light. The exhibition is Munro’s eighth large-scale garden exhibition in the U.S. The...

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Nov

Hello from Japan

Jun. 10 - Sep. 3 // 2017

Children will have fun learning about life in present-day Japan in this playful and interactive exhibit. Families will be transported to two distinct areas of Tokyo that exist side by side: one serene...

Jun

Sep

Nature Kids - Free Nature Programs

Jul. 11 - Aug. 22 // 2017

Bring the kids to Nature At the Confluence for some natural fun! This program offers nature play time at our Discovery Stops featuring water play, sand play, and stone art. Each week a nature-focused...

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