Rockford News

Event to return for a special outdoor competition for the first time in its history FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 20, 2021 ROCKFORD, IL – We are pleased to announce the return of the ninth annual...

2021 to Include Twelve New Murals, Three New Cities Transformation set to begin June 1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 21, 2021 Rockford, IL – The Rockford Area Convention & Visitors Bureau,...

Mural Festival Returns, Expands to Rockton, Loves Park & Pecatonica Rockford, IL – After a one-year hiatus, the Rockford Area Convention & Visitors Bureau (RACVB) is pleased to announce...

Rockford region promotion highlights local hotel packages, things to do and $250 airline voucher giveaway Rockford, IL ­­– Spring break is in full swing and the Rockford Area...

New Micro Website, Video and Accessibility Enhancements Announced Rockford, IL – The Rockford Area Convention & Visitors Bureau (RACVB) recently announced nine Commitment Statements that...

RACVB Partners with Triple Crown Sports to Bring Women's Division I College Postseason Play to UW Health Sports Factory for First Time Rockford, IL – In a joint announcement with Triple...

In partnership with the City of Rockford, we are excited to announce that our region’s anchor city has been named a recipient of the 2021 Insurify’s Best Cities for New Homebuyers Award...

RACVB Partners with City of Rockford to Promote, Support Region's Diverse Food & Beverage Scene Rockford, IL ­­– In partnership with the City of Rockford, the Rockford Area...

RACVB, Luxe Productions & Butitta Brothers Automotive Partner to Provide Area Youth Free Virtual Santa Visits; Register Now at StrollOnState.com! In partnership with Luxe Productions and Butitta

Merry & Bright Kicks Off Small Business Saturday, November 28, Extends Through December 24 With At-Home, Virtual Programs Despite not being able to gather for a live event this year, the Rockford...

Anderson Automotive Group, Parks Chamber, RACVB, Rockford Chamber and Village of Rockton Invite Businesses to Compete for Prizes, Community Pride On behalf of its partners Anderson Automotive Group,

Latest Illinois Office of Tourism program designed to inspire and support local throughout the state

2020 National Event Marketing Campaign, Locally Created Event of the Year Honors Bring Bureau Fourth, Fifth National Sports Tourism Awards since 2016 For the fourth and fifth times since 2016, the

Beloved Traditions, Refreshed Line-Up Pair In-Person Strolling with Virtual Experiences to Support Local Businesses and Hospitality and Tourism Industry Rockford, IL – Alongside many sponsors,

GoRockford Social Media Campaign, Website and Video Platforms to Help County-Wide Food & Beverage Industry Prep for Cooler Seasons Ahead Rockford, IL – In an effort to help prepare local...

Embassy Suites by Hilton Rockford Riverfront, Rockford Conference Center & Other Regional Assets to be Featured Again Virtually to National Event Planners Rockford, IL – As the latest...

RACVB, Rockford Area Arts Council and Rockford Art Deli’s Micro-Grants to Help Fund Music Program, Pop Up Events and Virtual Experiences for the Community The Our Journey Micro-Grant program,...

Economic Impact up 4.3%, Demonstrates Tourism Strategy Working ROCKFORD, IL – Prior to the impact of COVID-19 and record losses in the industry, Rockford and Winnebago County achieved an...

Residents Can Take Part in Staycation Photo Contest FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 11, 2020 Rockford, IL ­­– The Rockford Area Convention & Visitors Bureau (RACVB) unveiled a...

July 16, 2020 ROCKFORD, IL — The Rockford Area Convention & Visitors Bureau is honored to announce that Wendy Perks Fisher, RACVB’s retired president/CEO, has been inducted into to...

Eight Baseball, Soccer and Softball Events Projected to Bring $2.1 Million of Projected Tourism Economic Impact Over Next Six Weeks FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 9, 2020 ROCKFORD, IL — Play ball,

Public Display of 13 Sculptures Continues Support of 16 Donors Boosts Forest City Beautiful Through Public Art June 29, 2020 Rockford, IL ­­– As part of its city-wide Forest City...

RACVB, Rockford Area Arts Council and Rockford Art Deli’s Micro-Grants to Help Fund Videography, Music Education, Live Performance and Online/Distance Learning Programs FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE...

RACVB, Rockford Art Deli and Rockford Area Arts Council Join in Establishing Micro-Grant Program to Benefit Artists and Art Organizations Community-Wide In partnership with Rockford Art Deli’s...

Bureau’s Interactive Programming Line-Up Includes LunchChat, Tourism Lights, Songwriting Contest Winner, Tourism Impact Video and More!