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

Juneteenth 2018 - A Celebration of...

Jun. 19 // 2018

The 28th Annual Juneteenth celebration is a cultural and entertainment event with art vendors, food vendors, and games for kids. Guest speakers are Winnebago County Chairman Frank Haney and Mayor Tom...

Jun

Tuesday Evening in the Gardens

May. 29 - Aug. 28 // 2018

T uesday Evening in the Gardens features local, regional and nationally touring musicians. Join friends and family for an evening of live music and comradery in this beautiful outdoor setting. Guests...

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Garden Walk 2018

Jun. 20 // 2018

The Council of Rockford Gardeners hosts their annual FREE garden walk featuring many beautiful gardens in the Rockford area. This is a "rain or shine" event. Highlights include: - A FREE self-guided...

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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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Ski Broncs Waterski Shows

Jun. 6 - Aug. 31 // 2018

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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World's Largest Swim Lesson

Jun. 21 // 2018

Rockford Park District is giving the community the opportunity to learn more about swimming safely by participating in the World’s Largest Swim Lesson, sponsored by the World Waterpark Association....

Jun

FVV Fan Fest

Jun. 22 // 2018

The 2018 FVV Fan Fest returns to the UW Health Sports Factory at 5 p.m. Friday, June 22. As part of the Bring Your Game 2 Rockford (BYG2RKFD) campaign, the guest of honor for this second annual event...

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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...

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Free Family Nature Day

Jun. 23 // 2018

Family Nature Day is a free, family themed event that features several learning stations scattered throughout Nygren Wetland Preserve in Rockton, Illinois. Children who visit 6 out of 12 learning...

Jun

Shop the Blocks in Downtown...

Jun. 23 - Aug. 11 // 2018

Shop the Blocks is moving to Saturdays for its 4th season in downtown Rockford. Details for each of the dates will be released soon. June 23 July 14 August 11

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Live at Levings Talent Showcase...

Jun. 3 - Aug. 5 // 2018

Live at Levings talent showcase and free concerts present a variety of music and other performances. The talent contest, with cash prizes, will allow as many interested performers as possible to...

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Art in Bloom

Jun. 25 - 29 // 2018

Rockford Art Museum is in full bloom during this four-day event as works of art from the upcoming feature exhibition, The Rockford Midwestern Biennial, are creatively interpreted through flowers and...

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