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

All Hallows' Eve

Oct. 23 // 2021

Enjoy trick-or-treating in the historic village along with other family-friendly activities as this in-person event returns. A New Pumpkin carving contest with entry categories for all ages is part of...

Oct

Fall on the Farm 2021 (Lockwood...

Oct. 9 - 30 // 2021

FALL FUN ON THE FARM SATURDAY EVENTS BEGIN OCTOBER 9, 2021 -- Rockford Park District’s scenic Lockwood Park invites everyone to get outdoors and enjoy “Fall on the Farm,” scheduled for Saturdays,...

Oct

The Last Night of the Proms

Oct. 23 // 2021

Join the RSO for one of Maestro Steven Larsen's final concerts with the RSO! The first half features great classical finales and the second half will include favorites including Harry Potter and the...

Oct

FRIENDS! The Musical Parody

Oct. 26 // 2021

FRIENDS! The Musical Parody is the comedic musical that lovingly pokes fun at TV’s Friends, celebrating the adventures of your favorite group of 20-something friends as they navigate the pitfalls of...

Oct

Indoor Rockford Midtown Market

Oct. 7 - Dec. 16 // 2021

Rockford Midtown Market is proud to announce a new, INDOOR, Farmer's Market in Rockford for the Fall 2021 Season! Beginning on Thursday, October 7 and happening on Thursdays through December 16, 2021...

Oct

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Spooky Science

Oct. 29 // 2021

Come in costume for this not-so-scary day of Halloween high-jinks at Discovery Center! Launch monsters through the air, concoct gooey glowing slime, create creepy crafts and engage in astonishing...

Oct

Haunted Burpee

Oct. 30 // 2021

An evening event with drinks, dinos, and dead things! NEW After-Hours Event! Saturday, October 30: 5pm-8pm General Admission Cost: $12 Members can attend for FREE! Admission Includes: Taxidermy...

Oct

Rockford IceHogs Hockey - 2021-2022...

Nov. 6, 2021 - Apr. 24 // 2022

The Rockford IceHogs are members of the American Hockey League and are proud to be affiliated with the Chicago Blackhawks of the National Hockey League. This is the 'Hogs' 23rd season of hockey in the...

Nov

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Smashing Pumpkins

Nov. 7 // 2021

Bring your jack-o-lantern for smashing good time at Discovery Center. Explore ways to crack, smash or pitch your pumpkin using Newton's Laws of Motion and simple machines. Used jack-o-lanterns will...

Nov

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Top Halloween Event Ideas in the Rockford Region

Oct 14 // 2021

The evenings are getting longer as night falls just before 7 p.m. and of course our beautiful trees in the Midwest are starting to turn all sorts of rusted...

GoRockford Hispanic Heritage Interview Series with Raul Cardenas Sr.

Oct 5 // 2021

As part of National Hispanic Heritage Month, which is celebrated annually from September 15-October