Rockford's most popular brunch spot (reservations recommended). Also open for dinner Thurs-Sat. Make sure to get a side of smashed red potatoes.

Taking place on Friday nights from 4:00-8:00pm, lots of local food vendors plus live music

Enjoy a free themed, full production water ski performance beginning at 7:00pm on Wednesdays and Fridays throughout the summer. Bleacher seating available.

Visit Julie's place of work! Enjoy short distance hiking trails along the Rock River.

A fun start to the day, taking place from 8:00am-1:00pm

A peaceful place for a stroll. Also contains Fresco Cafe for brunch.

It's sweet treat o'clock! Open 8am-2pm on Saturdays

Great place for hiking, mountain biking, and viewing an outdoor Birds of Prey exhibit.

Peaceful place for drop-in yoga classes.

Rockford's first creative re-use store-- like a thrift store but it's all craft supplies. You never know what you might find.

Cozy place for a fancy drink and live music (check the website for events). For a less fancy but classic beverage, try Carlyle Brewing just across the street.

Lots to explore between Discovery Center Museum children's museum, Rockford Art Museum, or the Burpee Museum of Natural History.