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

Cars & Coffee Rockford

Apr. 2 - Oct. 1 // 2022

Cars & Coffee presents its fourth season, held on the first Saturday of the month from April to October from 9:00 am-12:00pm in the Rockford Public School District 205 Administrative building...

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Delicate Forces Exhibit

Jun. 25 - Nov. 6 // 2022

Get lost in the wonder-filled world of Delicate Forces, a botanically-inspired, large-scale art exhibition by Skunk Control, a group of engineers, scientists, and educators from Australia. The...

Jun

Nov

Justin Moore Concert

Sep. 3 // 2022

Chart-topping powerhouse Justin Moore proves that, through all the fame and success, he’s still just the same country boy he’s always been on his stellar new album, ‘Late Nights and...

Sep

Live at Levings Talent Show &...

Jun. 12 - Aug. 21 // 2022

Live At Levings 2022 Lineup Sponsors will be giving away free food, prizes and free haircuts. June 12 Big V. Productions featuring Too Deep, DJ Billi Hendrix, Sachelle Reed, BLKRT AMIR June 19 Live At...

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Aug

Living History Weekends in the...

Jun. 10 - Aug. 28 // 2022

Visitors have opportunities to learn about life between 1890-1910 by engaging with costumed History Interpreters sharing fascinating stories about the past. At ten of the village buildings, a variety...

Jun

Aug

Rockton River Market

Jun. 1 - Aug. 31 // 2022

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 (except June 15). Live...

Jun

Aug

Sean Kenney's Nature Connects Made...

Jun. 11 - Sep. 11 // 2022

Sean Kenney's Nature Connects Made with LEGO® Bricks, is an award-winning and record-breaking exhibition that uses beautiful works of art made from simple toy blocks to explore animal endangerment,...

Jun

Sep

Sounds of Summer - Domingos en el...

Jun. 26 - Aug. 28 // 2022

This series presents the music, arts, and culture of Rockford’s Latino community. All ages will enjoy the Mexican, Tejano, and Caribbean music in a pleasant family-friendly environment. Sunday, June...

Jun

Aug

Sounds of Summer - Live at Levings...

Jun. 12 - Aug. 21 // 2022

Live at Levings features a variety of musical performances, with select concerts preceded by a talent competition featuring various performers such as singers, dancers, rappers, comedians, magicians,...

Jun

Aug

South Beloit Firefighter's...

Aug. 27 // 2022

The South Beloit Firefighter's Association 13th Annual Corn Boil will take place at Viking Lanes this year. Admission is Free! Cash only accepted for purchases at the event (there are ATMs in the...

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