Did you know that there are several places to go ice skating outdoors in the Rockford area? Ice skating outside allows you and your kids to enjoy the fresh air and burn off some energy after being cooped up indoors. We’ve put together a list of the outdoor ice rinks that you can visit in the Stateline to ice skate or play hockey.
From December 27 through January 7, 2023, the Beloit Public Library is home to a very special guest – Donkey Hodie! The brand new Donkey Hodie Pop-Up exhibit is making its first stop on its national tour at the Beloit Public Library. The exhibit is on loan from Fred Rogers Productions after debuting at the Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh.
If your kids enjoy trains then there’s a must-see exhibit at the Nicholas Conservatory in Rockford, Illinois going now through January 29, 2023!
Looking for something fun to do with your kids for New Year’s Eve or New Year’s Day? These events happen during the day so your kids can celebrate the New Year without having to stay up until midnight!
What to get for the person who has everything? How about an experience gift from a local business in the Stateline! There are so many amazing experiences that you can give to your family and friends this holiday season. Experience gifts are another way you can shop local and support our community.
Ever wanted to ride on the Polar Express? You’re in luck because there are a couple of magical train rides you can take this holiday season in the Stateline! These holiday train rides include a visit with Santa Claus! Be sure to get tickets as soon as possible because these holiday train rides often sell out quickly.
Would you like to eat pancakes with Santa? Well, you can! Here in the Stateline, there are several opportunities to have a delicious breakfast or brunch with Santa, get your photo taken with him, and tell him what you want for Christmas. Check out these Breakfast and Brunch with Santa events in the Stateline area.
Have you ever seen a live reindeer? They are magical creatures! Luckily, the Stateline has a special place for families to visit reindeer during the holiday season.
Grab a cup of hot cocoa, load the kids in the car, and go check out these 2022 Christmas light displays in the Rockford area. Several of these lights shows are ones where you get out and walk around, some are drive-thru, and others are impressive neighborhood decorations. Here are the Christmas light displays you should take the time to see this year!
Looking to take your kids to see Santa, take a photo, and tell him their Christmas lists? You can find Santa at a variety of places in the Stateline throughout the holiday season.
