Spring Events in Rockford

There are a multitude of real. original. local. places and events in our Rockford region! Looking for an idea for that next special date night? Maybe you're getting together with friends, family or your sweetie and want to find socially--safe and fun things to do! Get ready to enjoy an evening out, long weekend away or day trip this spring.

Staycation Break in the Rockford Region

Spring break is an ideal time to get away and have fun while exploring, learning and unwinding. It’s a chance to feel rejuvenated while reconnecting with family, friends, just ourselves perhaps and to experience things we love or things we’ve been wanting to try for the very first time. There are places near and far but sometimes going right through your backdoor is where you will find the most memorable moments. If you happen to find yourself ready to recharge then we have the perfect ways to enjoy a Spring Break Staycation right here in the Rockford region.

Hotel Specials

Embassy Suites by Hilton Rockford Riverfront & Rockford Conference Center 

Make Your Spring Break Staycation Even Sweeter
Savor a delicious burger at our restaurant or practice your swing in our golf simulator while sharing a plate of wings. Whatever you crave, the Sweeten Your Stay Package lets you indulge with on-property credit to use towards hotel dining and more! Premium Wi-Fi, free early departure, early check-in or late check-out also included. Book your Spring Break Staycation now by calling 815-668-7878 or click HERE for more details. 

Days Inn Rockford

Book now and save 20% off your next stay. Call or click HERE for more details.

Comfort Inn

Save 15% off on best available rate rooms for a stay of 3 nights minimum and pool booking of 45 minutes for a family group of no more than 6 on each day. Call or click HERE to take advantage of this deal the week of March 22.

Make it a spring weekend getaway! Book a hotel in Rockford!

Itinerary Ideas

Girlfriend Experience

• WM DaySpa Salon
• Local shopping
• GreenFire Restaurant 
• Sugar Britches
• Tasting Room at DC Estate Winery
• Bristol & Timber DIY Workshop

Couple Time

• Forest City Float
• Mural and Sculpture Art Walk
• Laurent House Museum private tours
• Rockford Art Museum

Family Fun

• Discovery Center Museum 
• Midway Village Museum
• Volcano Falls Adventure Park
• Beefaroo
• Carlson Ice Arena - Indoor Ice Skating
• Tilt 10 and Tilt Studio
• Flow
• Bowling at local area bowling centers

Foodie and Brewery Tour

• Prairie Street Brewing Company
• Abreo
• Pig Minds Brewing Company  
• Olympic Tavern
• Urban Forest Craft Brewing 

Adventure the Great Outdoors

• Rocktown Adventures 
• Rock Cut State Park
• Severson Dells Nature Center
• Klehm Arboretum and Botanic Garden
• 815Escape
• Big Timber Axe Throwing

Create Your Own Moments Here! 

Giveaways

Follow along with us on the GoRockford Facebook, Instagram and Twitter social media channels as we announce details and how to participate in our Staycation Break Giveaways. There will be two chances to win either a local or national giveaway prize! Also, be sure to share with us your fun staycation ideas by using the hashtag #StaycationBreakRKFD. 

National Staycation
The RACVB has partnered with the Chicago Rockford International Airport (FlyRFD) to give a lucky winner a $250 voucher valid on Allegiant Air flying anywhere the airline travels to. Exclusions may apply.

Local Staycation
One lucky winner will win a one-night stay to a local area hotel of their choice and will be encouraged to choose one of our themed itinerary experiences. This includes a $100 gift card provided by the RACVB to be used towards the itinerary experiences. Exclusions may apply.