Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects Made with LEGO® Bricks, an award-winning and family friendly exhibition that uses beautiful works of art made from simple toy blocks to explore animal endangerment, the balance of ecosystems, and mankind’s relationship with nature, is now on display for public viewing at Klehm Arboretum and Botanic Garden in Rockford. The public is invited explore the beauty and wonder of Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects Made with LEGO® Bricks, open daily to the public from 9:00 AM to…
Find out more »Enjoy tasty eats from Rockford area food trucks! May – August: 4:00 pm – 9:00 pm September – October: 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm EVENT INFORMATION Alcohol sales will return for the 2022 season. Alcohol must be purchased onsite. Alcohol consumption is limited to the circle drive area, pavilion, and terrace. No alcohol is allowed in the other parking lots. No alcohol is allowed on the rec path and/ or river bank. No alcohol is allowed on the trolley. We can…
Find out more »Tuesday Evening in the Gardens features local, regional and nationally touring musicians. Join friends and family for an evening of lvie music and comradery in this beautiful outdoor setting. 2022 Concert Schedule May 31 – Shamarr Allen (New Orleans, LA) | Opening: Grand Groove Hotel (Rockford, IL) June 7 – Jill Andrews (Johnson City, TN) | Opening: (Kelly Steward (Rockford, IL) June 14 – Po Ramblin’ Boys (Nashville, TN) | Opening: Swingbilly RFD (Rockford, IL) June 21 – Joshua Ray Walker (Dallas, TX) |…
Find out more »Music in the Park at the Sinnissippi Park Music Shell features outstanding performances by local, regional, and international musicians highlighting a variety of musical genres. Concessions are available, including beer and wine. The majority of the performances are free. VIP advance tickets are offered for select performance dates. Prime Concert Tickets $5 | Kids 5 and under free | Prime Concert Tickets with VIP $25 | VIP Tickets: $20 JUNE 7 – “A Kickoff to Summer” – Rockford Concert Band…
Find out more »The DeKalb Municipal Band will host concerts every Tuesday night this summer starting June 14th! Concerts begin at 7:30 pm at the Hopkins Park Bandshell, located at 1403 Sycamore Road . This event is free and fun for the whole family. For more information, you can check their website HERE. *NO CONCERT ON JULY 5, AS THE BAND WILL BE PLAYING AT THE FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION*
Find out more »Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects Made with LEGO® Bricks, an award-winning and family friendly exhibition that uses beautiful works of art made from simple toy blocks to explore animal endangerment, the balance of ecosystems, and mankind’s relationship with nature, is now on display for public viewing at Klehm Arboretum and Botanic Garden in Rockford. The public is invited explore the beauty and wonder of Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects Made with LEGO® Bricks, open daily to the public from 9:00 AM to…
Find out more »Stop by Midway Village on Wednesday mornings for historic garden tours that highlight all the beautiful changes. Tours begin at the Heritage Park Gazebo off the Guilford County Forest Preserve recreational path at 9:30am, and proceed at a leisurely pace around the village wrapping up around an hour later. Note that if rain occurs, the tour will not proceed that day. 9:30am on Wednesdays, June through September.
Find out more »Enjoy an evening designed to inspire, uplift, and support the humanitarian response in Rockford’s Sister City, Brovary, Ukraine. There will be a silent auction of pieces donated by local artists and a live auction of important works by John Berry and others. Appetizers provided; cash bar. Checks payable to Rockford Area Arts Council. Proceeds benefit the Brovary, Ukraine Relief Fund. Presented by the Rockford Area Arts Council in collaboration with the Rockford Art Museum and the Brovary Relief Fund partners: City…
Find out more »Music on the Rock is a free music event on select summer Wednesdays on the banks of the Rock River at Burpee Museum of Natural History. The outdoor theater provides a spectacular location for relaxing, social distancing, and enjoying food and drink with friends and family. Join us for a rockin’ good time! Food and drinks available for purchase from Prairie Street Brewing Co, and Mary’s Market. Rain location includes indoor option on Burpee’s campus. 2022 Schedule: June 8 –…
Find out more »Grab your friends and family, bring your blankets and chairs, and don’t forget your dancing shoes for some amazing music set against the backdrop of the Ellwood Mansion. The pre-show begins at 6:30 pm and the headline show starts at 7 pm! To check out who the artists are or for more information, you can check their calendar HERE.
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