Rockford News

It’s Never Too Early to Get Your Ship Together for the 3rd Annual Rock River Anything That Floats Race -  Popular raft race gives back locally; announces 2018 event details

Puma Cup Kicks Off Two Mega Tournament Weekends in the Rockford Region -  Largest tournament brings in $1.89 million of economic impact to the region

Rockford’s NJCAA Championship Week Set as Region Hosts First-Ever NJCAA Championship -  RVC Welcomes 2018 NJCAA DIII Women’s Basketball Championship

Youth Sports Championships Bring a Weekend of Winning to Downtown Rockford -  Wrestling and volleyball tournaments collectively generate an estimated economic impact of $675,000

Sports Illinois, Rockford Area CVB Announce Inaugural Sports Huddle Host Impact Grant Program -  Rockford area sports non-profits can apply for up to $2,000 in funds

Illinois Office of Tourism Recognizes Rockford Area Attraction and Makers in 2018 Marketing Programs   - Tourism initiatives inspire travelers to uncover unique destinations...

RACVB Rings in the Spring Season with a Real. Original. LOVELY Event Lineup - Residents and visitors can explore everything from great dining to outdoor recreation in the Rockford region.  

RACVB Board Votes to Support Home Rule - Encourages YES Vote on March 20

Fred VanVleet Returns as RACVB’s Sports Tourism Ambassador for Second-Straight Year -  BYG2RKFD campaign highlights promotions and events to elevate sports tourism in the...

2018 Rockford City Market Vendor Application Now Open -  RCM Accepting Applications for New and Previous Vendors

RACVB Supports National Plan for Vacation Day -  Rockford region residents and visitors are encouraged to plan their time off

RACVB Announces Employee Promotion -  Nick Povalitis named Director of Sports Development

RACVB Releases New Go Guide for Visitors, Residents - ​ New guidebook highlights local attractions and experiences

Rockford Region Scores Winning Bid to Host Illinois Sports Tradeshow -  Sports Facilities, Hotels to be Showcased to Potential New Customers

Fifth Annual Stroll on State Draws Record Crowd with 82,500 in Attendance

Brand New ‘Rockford Store’ Makes its Debut on the Go Rockford Website

‘Tis the Season to Shop on State Shop, sip and snack in downtown Rockford for the Merry & Bright season

The Rockford Region is Filled with Awe and Wonder with a Merry & Bright Event Lineup -  Community hosts family-friendly activities and events throughout the season

Stroll on State Expands to Celebrate 5-Year Anniversary -  Dasher Dash 5K, Holiday Parade, expanded hours and more live entertainment highlight downtown Rockford festival

RACVB to Survey Winnebago County Residents About Tourism and Quality of Life in the Region Survey results will help to guide RACVB, Transform Rockford, City of Rockford and Winnebago County decisions

City Market Exceeds Season Attendance Record 107,365 People Experienced Rockford City Market in 2017

Dash Away, Dash Away, Dash Away All to the Dasher Dash 5K at Stroll on State RACVB and Fleet Feet team up to host new family friendly run/walk on Nov. 25

Record Breaking Attendance at the Market 2017 Market Season Exceeds 100,000 Visitors

RACVB is Seeking Out the Next Stroll on State Christmas Tree Tree featured on display in downtown Rockford throughout the Merry & Bright season

Reimagined Holiday Parade to Kick Off Stroll on State Floats, music and holiday characters are needed for the parade; applications now available

RACVB Launches Business is Blooming Multi-year program aims to honor community for innovation and beautification efforts

Celebrate Fall at Rockford City Market Market Vendors Offering Seasonal Goods for Cooler Weather

Rockford Region Eclipses Summer and Prepares for Fall Don’t miss out on the autumn fun – from orchards to festivals to parks!

Kick Off Labor Day Weekend in Downtown Rockford Last Week of Summer Hours at Rockford City Market

Tough Mudder Returns to Rockford August 26-27 Popular obstacle course race expected to draw more than 13,000 participants and fans; to be featured on CBS Sports