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

Tuesday Evening in the Gardens

May. 29 - Aug. 28 // 2018

**NOTE** Due to inclement weather, the August 7 outdoor performance has been cancelled. A limited number of tickets are being sold for an indoor performance starting at 5:45pm. CLICK HERE to purchase....

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Rockton River Market

Jun. 6 - Aug. 29 // 2018

The Rockton River Market is all about fun! A great variety of vendors, food and drinks in downtown Rockton at Settlers Park, 125 E. Hawick Street! Shop our eclectic mix of food and goods vendors every...

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35th Annual Two Rivers Bluegrass...

Aug. 23 - 25 // 2018

Bring your families out for a great three days of music and fun at the annual Two Rivers Bluegrass Jam. There are no paid bands -- just for fun. Bluegrass, folk and country. Bring your lawn chairs....

Aug

Cherry Valley Festival Days

Aug. 24 - 26 // 2018

The 30th annual Cherry Valley Festival Days features great food, a carnival, on-site activities and, the bands which make the summer music festival an event to remember. Valley Days is the fun-filled...

Aug

Rockford Premiere! Minding the Gap,...

Aug. 24 - 26 // 2018

This year’s ‘MWFF Spotlight Feature’ winner is Minding the Gap , directed by Rockford native Bing Liu! “Minding the Gap” is about three young men who bond together to escape volatile families in their...

Aug

Ski Broncs Waterski Shows

Jun. 8 - Aug. 31 // 2018

Shows on Fridays only in August. The Rockford Ski Broncs' dazzing water ski includes daring jumps, tremendous human pyramids, speedy barefoot skiing, beautiful ballet lines, head-spinning swivel...

Jun

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2018 Firefighter's Association Corn...

Aug. 25 // 2018

The South Beloit Firefighter's Association's 10th Annual Corn Boil has live entertainment throughout the day with local bands. There is plenty of food (corn, pork chops, hot dogs, bratwursts) and...

Aug

BurpeeFest The Local 2018

Aug. 25 // 2018

BurpeeFest 2018 features live music, nature games and prizes, great food and samples from craft breweries. You will enjoy a variety of options while listening to live music in a great river view...

Aug

Concerts on the Creek

May. 19 - Sep. 22 // 2018

Concerts on the Creek are family-friendly concerts in a beautiful indoor temperature-controlled music venue at Spring Creek United Church of Christ. The grounds are gorgeous year-round so come early...

May

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Ninth Annual Crossroads Blues...

Aug. 25 // 2018

The Crossroads Blues Festival marks the ninth anniversary of this great event, now in it's fifth year in Rockford at the beautiful and private Lyran Park. The theme of this year's event is...

Aug

Rock River Food Truck Fest

Aug. 25 // 2018

The inaugural Rock River Food Truck Fest celebrates our local food truck scene. Local musician Lincoln Flowers will play an acoustic set and then jump in with his band, PINK BEAM . Local brewery...

Aug

Tough Mudder

Aug. 25 - 26 // 2018

Tough Mudder is an obstacle course challenge designed to test physical and mental strength, stamina and teamwork, including various daunting obstacles. Tough Mudder Chicago is one of the flattest and...

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