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The Rockford region is the home of the Rockford Peaches baseball team, the sock monkey, and is aptly named the City of Gardens. The Rockford region is 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.
featured events
Impressionists Immersive Exhibition
- Mar 22, 2025 - May 11, 2025
Spring Artscene
- Rockford Area Arts Council
- Apr 25, 2025 - Apr 26, 2025
Edgebrook Farmers Market
- Edgebrook
- May 7, 2025 - Oct 29, 2025
ATTRACTIONS
Rockford boasts an abundance of natural beauty, with parks, gardens, and scenic trails inviting you to immerse yourself in the great outdoors.
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Whether you choose to create a staycation that takes place completely in your home, or you make the city you’ve lived in for years your “destination,” we have some ideas to get your plans in motion.

Rockford’s blog
Food
Vegan, Gluten-Free, and Vegetarian Dining Options in the Rockford Region
- 4 min
If your diet includes vegan, vegetarian, or gluten free foods, It's not hard to find delicious options in the Rockford Region. There are plenty of cuisines and unique foods for every taste. Check out this list to find some options…
Family Fun
Your Passport to the Great Outdoors
- 3 min
The Forest Preserves of Winnebago County is a large collection of over 40 preserved nature areas with over 100 miles of hiking trails.A digital passport experience will help you enjoy what they have to offer. The Forest Preserves of…
Recreation
Experience Winter Recreation in Rockford!
- 3 min
The snow and cold temperatures bring so many fun things to the Rockford Region. Winter doesn’t necessarily mean long days stuck inside, sheltering from the cold. You can cure your boredom with several different exciting…
Arts & Culture
The Sock Monkey: Rockford's Legacy
- 3 min
When you think of Illinois, Chicago’s skyline and Abraham Lincoln might come to mind—but did you know it’s also the birthplace of the iconic sock monkey? That’s right, these quirky, long-limbed dolls with…
Rockford Green Itinerary
- 1 min
Your Passport to the Great Outdoors
- 3 min
A Wellness Retreat in the Rockford Region
- 3 min