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JH Football – Registration Open

Rockford Lutheran School 3411 N. Alpine Rd., Rockford

For the Rockford Lutheran 7th and 8th grade football program for the 2025-2026 school year. 6th-grade students may be eligible, but should get prior approval from a coach before registering.  Continue Reading

Free
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Sader Camp

Rockford Lutheran School 3411 N. Alpine Rd., Rockford

Welcome to SADER Camp! This registration opens the door to your child's fun-filled summer traveling through time. Complete your registration before May 1st to take advantage of our Early Bird Continue Reading

$110 – $215
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Dinosaurs of the Forgotten Forest

Nicholas Conservatory and Gardens 1354 N 2nd Street, Rockford

Check out sculptures of dinosaurs from the Cretaceous Period throughout the indoor gardens.

$5 – $12
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Drop-In Recreation

UW Health Sports Factory 305 S. Madison Street, Rockford

Stay active throughout the year with healthy exercise by walking laps, or playing basketball, pickleball, or volleyball in climate-controlled comfort at Rockford Park District’s UW Health Sports Factory, 305 S. Continue Reading

$2 – $6

Cosmic Campout

Discovery Center 711 N Main St, Rockford

Enjoy a day under the stars with camping activities, solar Smores, and more. Cost: $12 per person / free for 1 and under

$12
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Bookerfest

AARC at Booker 1009 S. Winnebago Street, Rockford

Celebrate Black culture, music, fashion, art, and gospel with vendors, a pageant, live music and performances, dancing, and more. See the schedule here.

Free
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Rockford City Market

Downtown Rockford 402 E. State Street, Rockford

Enjoy 50+ local vendors and live music in Rockford’s vibrant downtown.

Free
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Music on the Mall

Edgebrook Shops 1639 N Alpine Rd, Rockford

Enjoy live music in the parking lot at Edgebrook. Bring your own chairs.

Free

NSLD Pool Party

Sand Park Pool 1041 E Riverside Blvd., Loves Park

Bring any library card (not just NSLD) to enjoy a pool party. Cost: Free admission with library card

Free
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The Garfield Movie

Rockton Athletic Fields 12801 Old River Rd., Rockton

Enjoy free and paid activities before the movie then watch a movie in your car. Concessions are available. Get tickets here.

$25 – $35
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Shrek the Musical

Rockford University 5050 E State St., Rockford

Enjoy a musical performance of Shrek. Get tickets here. Cost: $14 per adult / $12 per kid  

$12 – $14

Movie in the Park – Elemental

Belvidere Park 1006 W. Lincoln Ave., Belvidere

Bring your own chair and blankets to watch a movie at dusk at the Baltic Mill.

Free
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Grease: The Musical

RVC Starlight Theatre 3301 N. Mulford Rd, Rockford

Watch the classic musical Grease under the stars. Get tickets here. Cost: $28 per adult / $12 per child ages 12 and under

$12 – $28