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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

Music in the Park 2019

Jun. 11 - Aug. 8 // 2019

Long a Rockford tradition...beautiful summer evenings in the historic Sinnissippi Park Music Shell with live music by local and regional musicians. Performances begin at 7 p.m. on Tuesdays and...

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Rockton River Market

Jun. 5 - Aug. 28 // 2019

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. Live entertainment...

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Ski Broncs Waterski Shows

May. 24 - Aug. 30 // 2019

The Rockford Ski Broncs' dazzling 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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Summer at Davis Park - Workout...

Jul. 24 - Aug. 28 // 2019

The Rockford Area Convention & Visitors Bureau is bringing live music and workout experiences to Davis Park in July and August with a new event series called “ Summer at Davis Park .” Each event...

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Tunes on the Terrace

Jul. 10 - Aug. 28 // 2019

Tunes on the Terrace presented by Daniel P. Weyrauch, DDS, is held on the Riverview Terrace at Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens, and features a variety of musical performers of jazz, easy...

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15th Annual Cars on Main

Jul. 27 // 2019

Come for the cars...stay for the food, shops, entertainment and small town charm! There will be a wide variety of classic to modern cars on display. Enter your car for the show, or just check them all...

Jul

7th Annual Rock River Robotics...

Jul. 27 // 2019

The Rock River Robotics Off-Season Competition (R2OC) is a collaborate robotics event produced by five area high school robotics teas that features 32 competing teams.

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Japanese Summer Festival

Jul. 27 - 28 // 2019

The Japanese Summer Festival features exhibits, traditional demonstrations and unique performances that help foster a better understanding of the Japanese culture. Most festival activities are...

Jul

Pecatonica Sesquicentennial - Sand...

Jul. 27 // 2019

The Pecatonica Sesquicentennial celebration continues with a Sand Volleyball Tournament and Street Dance. Volleyball Registration $50 per team (6-10 players per team) Registration packets available at...

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Saturday Family Fun at Lockwood...

May. 4 - Oct. 26 // 2019

Bring the family out to the country to enjoy Saturday afternoons finding fun at Rockford Park District's Lockwood Park. There's a covered pony ring for children ages 1-7, the Children's Farm Animal...

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Free Family Golf Day at Aldeen Golf...

Jul. 28 // 2019

Rockford Park District invites families and the general public to enjoy time together at a Family Golf Day event, a free fun afternoon of golf, golf skill clinics and contests, games, and other...

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Summer at Davis Park - Live Music

Aug. 1 - 29 // 2019

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Take a Step Back in Time at Tinker Swiss Cottage

Jul 20 // 2019

As a Rockford native, I can't believe it took me 26 years to finally visit Tinker Swiss Cottage

Time to Float Around Ideas on How to Build YOUR Raft!

Jul 18 // 2019

It’s time to start floating around ideas for the 4th Annual Rock River Anything That Floats Race , Sunday, August 18th . The annual raft race, which...

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