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...

Jun

Nov

Public Ice Skating - $3 September...

Sep. 5 - Oct. 1 // 2017

Rockford Park District's Carlson Ice Arena invites everyone to enjoy indoor ice skating with family or friends while gaining the benefits of recreation and exercise. A special discounted admission fee...

Sep

Oct

Rock Valley Pub Trivia Presents...

Sep. 26 // 2017

FREE Pub Trivia, covering a wide range of topics, fun for everyone! The top three teams earn prizes. Every Tuesday beginning at 8:00 pm.

Nov

Viking Economics - Author Talk and...

Sep. 25 - 26 // 2017

George Lakey, author of Viking Economics: How the Scandinavians Got it Right - and How We Can, Too , will be in Rockford as part of his book tour. You have three opportunities to hear from Mr. Lakey:...

Sep

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Best Restaurants Based on "Craving" - Breakfast

May 18 // 2017

Hi there! My name is Rachel Cordano and I am the brains and beauty (insert winking eye emoji here) behind the Instagram account @rockford_cravings! Yes, I am...

Best Restaurants Based on "Craving" - Appetizers

Jul 14 // 2017

TEASER BREAK Social Urban Bar & Restaurant 509 E. State St. Rockford, IL 61104 Sometimes I wonder if I was actually born and raised in Wisconsin due to...