Summer Events

Join us all season long for sizzling events, vibrant festivals, and community vibes you…

Rockford 4th of July Celebration

Celebrate Independence Day with Fireworks, Music & Family Fun!

Rockford 815 Day

Rockford 815 Day is a celebration held every year on August 15. Events, specials and deals…

Explore Downtown Rockford

Discover vibrant arts, local flavors, live entertainment, and unique shopping in the heart…

Rockford Area Coffee Trail

Sip your way through the Rockford region! Explore local coffee shops, enjoy exclusive…

Rockford Adventure Trail Rockford Adventure Trail

Explore Public Art Rockford Public Art Trail

Get out and explore the collection of sculptures, murals and memorials that call the…

AN INSIDE LOOK ROCKFORD PEACHES FIND THEIR TEAM

Are you a Peaches fan, historian, or just curious about what life was like as a Peach in…

Rockford, IL is a Haven Weekend Escape from Chicago

If you’re looking for a Midwest vacation where you can immerse yourself in the great…

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Visit Rockford

The Rockford region is the home of the Rockford Peaches baseball team, the sock monkey, and is aptly named the City of Gardens. The Rockford region is 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 Peaches

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ATTRACTIONS

Rockford boasts an abundance of natural beauty, with parks, gardens, and scenic trails inviting you to immerse yourself in the great outdoors.

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Downtown Rockford

Anderson Japanese Gardens

Midway Village Museum

Rock Cut State Park

Six Flags Hurricane Harbor

West Rock Wake Park

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Things to do

An Intern's Guide to Rockford: Hailey Groharing

3 min

When I started my internship in Rockford, I did not know much about the dining experience and events going on throughout the area. Within my first few weeks of working, I learned about many local dining spots and outdoor activities…

An Intern's Guide to Rockford: Hailey Groharing

summer

Make A Splash This Summer: Winnebago County’s Water Activities

3 min

The Rockford Region is overflowing with ways to cool down this summer. Whether you enjoy an active day of water sports or floating down a lazy river, Winnebago County has you covered. Make waves this summer by exploring our amazing…

Make A Splash This Summer: Winnebago County’s Water Activities

Arts & Culture

Top Annual Festivals and Events in the Rockford Region

15 min

Experience our Top Annual Festivals and Events offering a wide range of cultural activities and community gatherings in the Rockford region. All year long there’s an array of celebrations that captivate both locals and visitors…

Top Annual Festivals and Events in the Rockford Region

Things to do

Intern's guide to Rockford: Katie Jensen

4 min

I’ve grown up in Rockford, and no matter where life takes me, it will always be home. I’ve lived in parts of Europe, spent time in Iowa and Hawaii, and while each place has its charm, nothing compares to coming back to…