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

2023 Festival of Lights

Nov. 24 - Dec. 31 // 2023

Drive through Sinnissippi Park and enjoy dozens of holiday light displays. Festival of Lights has been a stateline family tradition since 1989. Festival of Lights Display Schedule Friday 11/24 -...

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All Aglow Holiday Display

Nov. 25, 2023 - Jan. 7 // 2024

Celebrate the holidays at Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens! Come see sparkling holiday lights in the outdoor gardens. The outdoor display features familiar favorites, light-wrapped trees and...

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Cirque Dreams Holidaze

Dec. 21 // 2023

CIRQUE DREAMS HOLIDAZE dazzles with a brilliant and whimsical family holiday spectacular. This annual tradition wraps a Broadway-style production around an infusion of contemporary circus arts. As...

Dec

Edgebrook Indoor Farmers Market

Nov. 1 - Dec. 6 // 2023

We're bringing the best of the season INDOORS for the Edgebrook Indoor Farmers Market! Come inside to enjoy the highest-quality vegetables, fruits, flowers and plants, baked goods and more - all from...

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Ghosts of Christmas Past

Dec. 2 // 2023

Come celebrate the holidays Haunted Rockford style at Tinker Swiss Cottage! This program will start in the barn. Kathi Kresol will present some stories from the darker side of the Holiday Season....

Dec

Illuminated

Nov. 30 - Dec. 30 // 2023

Illuminated is Anderson Gardens’ wintertime lights experience featuring dramatic up-lighting and thousands of white string lights woven throughout the landscape and canopy of the Garden. Made-to-order...

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Last-Minute Market

Dec. 9 // 2023

Last-Minute Market is a free admission, ALL INSIDE one-day arts and crafts exhibit just 2 weeks before Christmas. Come let us help you grab the last-minute items before the holiday. Get your family,...

Dec

Rockford IceHogs Hockey - 2023-2024...

Oct. 21, 2023 - Apr. 19 // 2024

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' 25th season of hockey in the...

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Rockton Christmas Walk

Dec. 1 - 3 // 2023

The Rockton Christmas Walk is a holiday tradition for thousands of area residents. The first weekend of December is set aside for the holiday fun. Area businesses offer unique and exclusive events,...

Dec

Santa Hop

Dec. 16 // 2023

Get ready for a jolly good time with Santa Hop! The River District Association in partnership with Rockford Community Bank is excited to bring back Santa Hop, a holiday-themed, pub crawl, on Saturday,...

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