Play golf in the dark at this fun family event!

Test your skills while the putting, chipping, and range areas at Aldeen Practice Centre are all aglow.

Event includes activities to challenge adults and kids, including a long drive glow competition, glow mini-putt, glow chipping corn hole, and much more.

Can’t make this event? We are doing more Glow Golf events this summer. See all the event dates below:

• July 26, 2024

America’s AC/DC tribute gives fans so much more than the sound of AC/DC - they truly capture the high-voltage energy and experience. For fans, it's about a sense of familiarity, and a feeling that snatches up listeners and takes over. It's about a contagious kind of power and electricity that few AC/DC tribute bands can provide!

From Tyler Melen's ridiculously non-stop on-stage performance replicating the Angus Young of the ‘70s and ‘80s, to Bobby Lee Stamper's versatile vocals mimicking both Bon Scott and Brian Johnson ranges, to the incredible rhythm section made up of Kevin Feller on rhythm guitar, Corey Baetz on drums, and Chris Jones on bass, Thunderstruck gives a complete and consistently authentic live show as true to the spirit of AC/DC as you can possibly get!

Special appearance by 96.7 The Eagle

This is a Prime Concert, admission cost is $5. See information below.

Tickets

The majority of our Music in the Park performances are free, we do offer VIP tickets for select performance dates. We also feature prime concerts each year, that are $5 per person and help us continue to bring you this popular music series each year.

• Prime Concert Tickets: $5

  • Kids 5 and under are free

• Prime Concert Tickets with VIP: $25

• VIP Tickets: $20

Supporting Sponsor

Camp Dates: June 24-28, 2024

The WNBA and NBA recognize the valuable role sports can play in the development of young girls and the advancement of women as leaders in society. This national initiative is dedicated to championing change on behalf of girls and women, and aims to help all females participate fully across all sectors, giving them a forum to connect, collaborate, and actively engage with basketball and celebrate their achievements.

During the sessions, players will participate in high-level skills and drills, competitive play, and will each receive a t-shirt, various giveaway items, and a participant workbook that covers topics including bullying, body image, healthy eating/nutrition, and stress management. Information on life skills, violence prevention, and nutrition will also be included. Players must attend all four sessions.

The camp will be led by Gene Houston of Maximum Potential Basketball Training; local high school and college basketball student-athletes will serve as mentors, and local female leaders will be guest speakers each day. 

This camp is free for girls ages 9-12.

The Tiger Cub, funded by the Bill Laude Memorial Fund, is open to all junior golfers, ages 5-17, and their adult amateur golf partners (age 18+).

Each participant must register; golfers should sign up for the division based on their age. Registration is limited to the first 72 players. Pre-registration required – no registration will be allowed the day of the tournament.

Everyone is a winner! Snacks, beverages, and pizza will be provided. Due to limited space, registration is one per family, per event date.

New to the stage, Rocks Off is Chicago's premier and authentic Rolling Stones tribute, delivering the music, the look, and the attitude of “The World's Greatest Rock and Roll Band!”

If you want to see the next best thing to being there 50 years ago, come and see Rocks Off for yourself!

Special appearance by 96.7 The Eagle

This is a Prime Concert, admission cost is $5. See information below.

Tickets

The majority of our Music in the Park performances are free, we do offer VIP tickets for select performance dates. We also feature prime concerts each year, that are $5 per person and help us continue to bring you this popular music series each year.

• Prime Concert Tickets: $5

  • Kids 5 and under are free

• Prime Concert Tickets with VIP: $25

• VIP Tickets: $20

Supporting Sponsor

Juneteenth1865, produced by Rockford Community leader Tommy Meeks is excited to announce its return for the 34th Juneteenth Celebration. This event is the longest-running Juneteenth Celebration in the state of Illinois! President of ICRG (Inner City Reconstruction Group) and Founder of Rockford Juneteenth Celebrations, Tommy Meeks, created Juneteenth1865 with the sole mission of promoting and cultivating knowledge and appreciation of African American history.

It is wildflower season, and pollinators are abuzz! Join us for bee-themed activities in the park and at the Atwood Center. From a short hike up to our hilltop prairie, bee-themed crafts, and meeting a beekeeper, this event is sure to bee a good time!

ABOUT IN THE OUTDOORS

Be “In the Outdoors” all season long, rain or shine, you can’t go wrong! It’s great for all ages, through all of life’s stages. Bring your scout group, or your whole family!

Events are FREE, pre-registration is highly recommended.

In the Outdoors events are sponsored by Rock River Disposal.

Have you played golf in the dark? Test your skills while the putting, chipping, and range areas are all aglow.

Long drive glow competition, glow mini-putt, glow chipping corn hole, and much more.

Can’t make this event? We are doing more Glow Golf events this summer. See all the event dates below:

• June 14, 2024

• June 28, 2024

• July 12, 2024

• July 26, 2024

American English is simply the best Beatles tribute band of our time. They were voted number one in sound-alike contests at Beatlefest® by thousands of Beatles fans for three consecutive years.

Their demand here and abroad, coupled with their spectacular fan base, anchored them in a professional setting and launched them into larger venues and theaters worldwide.

Special appearance by 96.7 The Eagle

This is a Prime Concert, admission cost is $5. See information below.

Tickets

The majority of our Music in the Park performances are free, we do offer VIP tickets for select performance dates. We also feature prime concerts each year, that are $5 per person and help us continue to bring you this popular music series each year.

• Prime Concert Tickets: $5

  • Kids 5 and under are free

• Prime Concert Tickets with VIP: $25

• VIP Tickets: $20

Supporting Sponsor

KASHMIR performs a very entertaining show that brings only the best of Led Zeppelin to their fans.

KASHMIR seeks to re-create the experience of a ‘70s Zeppelin show, utilizing authentic vintage stage gear, costumes, and special effects, with great attention to detail in a non-pretentious way.

Most importantly, KASHMIR does not take liberties on improving the music. Led Zeppelin should be played as it was, using only the equipment of the era, and should be reproduced dead-on with great respect and admiration. "It's not about us, it's about Led Zeppelin."

Don't miss your chance to meet Cheap Trick's Rick Nielsen! For one night only, Nielsen will be available for a photo opportunity and autograph session from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm.

Special appearance by 96.7 The Eagle

This is a Prime Concert, admission cost is $5. See information below.

Tickets

The majority of our Music in the Park performances are free, we do offer VIP tickets for select performance dates. We also feature prime concerts each year, that are $5 per person and help us continue to bring you this popular music series each year.

• Prime Concert Tickets: $5

  • Kids 5 and under are free

• Prime Concert Tickets with VIP: $25

• VIP Tickets: $20

Supporting Sponsor

This mother/daughter event is $25 per person for nine holes of golf, cart, and fun fair food on the course! There will be contests for best team outfits, best-decorated golf cart, and most creative team name. There will be on-course games and activities as well.

May offers so much color and life! Stop to smell the roses, or at least sketch them - be in the now and take in the details during a short nature hike around Atwood Park, where you will have opportunities to draw different elements of the area. Colored pencils and paper will be provided. Please arrive at the north entrance of the park and meet at the Atwood Center.

ABOUT IN THE OUTDOORS

Be “In the Outdoors” all season long, rain or shine, you can’t go wrong! It’s great for all ages, through all of life’s stages. Bring your scout group, or your whole family!

Events are FREE, pre-registration is highly recommended.

In the Outdoors events are sponsored by Rock River Disposal.

Girls Flag Football is one of the fastest-growing sports nationally at the high school level. Women's Flag Football is played at the World Games, and will become an Olympic and professional sport in the near future.

The Girls Flag Football Clinic will include dynamic warmups, competitive workouts, football skills, and drills that will be supported by high school varsity football coaches. Athletes should come ready to work out.

Each participant will receive a T-shirt and giveaways. This is a free event thanks to the VanVleet Family Foundation, Winnebago County and The Chicago Bears!

Camp is for 6th - 12th grade girls and will be led by statewide high school girls flag head coaches and Tremaine Edmunds of the Chicago Bears.

The Annual Rockford Football Training Camp is designed to improve your child’s foundational football skill level. Campers will take part in offensive, defensive, agility, and coordination drills. All participants will receive a camp shirt, certificate, and a healthy snack. Special Guest Instructor: Tremaine Edmunds of the Chicago Bears, local high school and college coaches.

Rockford Park District’s Lockwood Park invites the community out to the country for its opening day of the season, Saturday, May 4, 2024, from 10 am to 4 pm to enjoy the benefits of being outdoors in fresh air and nature while engaging in unique activities and making memories at 5201 Safford Rd. in northwest Rockford.

May 4 is also Kentucky Derby day, so wearing fancy hats is encouraged! Free activities include visiting Sarver Children’s Farm barn, a petting zoo, meeting baby chicks and calves, Derby-themed games, yard games, and more.

Admission to the park is free.

A complete list of activities (paid as well as free) is posted online at the more info link below.

Enjoy the woods while walking with your furry best friend!

Join Atwood staff as we explore the woods, learn about the wildlife, and learn about some of the history of the park. Dogs are welcome to join this hike, but it must be people and dog-friendly. The hike will be held rain or shine. Participants will want to dress appropriately for the weather and wear comfortable hiking shoes. Participants should bring bug spray, sunscreen, and a water bottle for themselves and their dog(s).

Requirements for dogs: • A current rabies vaccine and visible rabies tag are required for this event. • All dogs must be spayed/neutered. • No flexi or retractable leashes are allowed. • Participants are required to pick up and dispose of their dog’s waste and provide water for their dog(s). (Waste bags will not be provided) • Two dogs max per person. • Only adults 18 and older may handle dogs for this hike. Any dogs showing signs of or acting aggressively will be asked to leave.

In celebration of Earth Day, join us the Saturday before on a moderate hike through the many ecosystems within Atwood Park, and discover their interconnected systems. What living and non-living elements can you find in the prairie, forest, marsh, and Kishwaukee River? Please arrive at the north entrance of the park and meet at the Atwood Center.

ABOUT IN THE OUTDOORS

Be “In the Outdoors” all season long, rain or shine, you can’t go wrong! It’s great for all ages, through all of life’s stages. Bring your scout group, or your whole family!

Events are FREE, pre-registration is highly recommended.

In the Outdoors events are sponsored by Rock River Disposal.

Rockford will experience a partial solar eclipse on April 8, 2024, at around 2:05 pm. Join us on a hike to find the best spots in the park to view this "Great American Eclipse"

Eclipse viewing glasses will be provided for up to 15 participants, so sharing is encouraged!

This event runs rain or shine, so please be prepared to be outdoors. Please wear closed-toed and closed-heeled shoes to participate. This is a free program, but donations are appreciated.

Rockford Park District's Carlson Ice Arena will host a special Noon Year’s Eve indoor public ice skating and Sapora Playworld event Sunday, December 31, 2023, from 10 am until 2 pm.

The community is invited to bring family or friends to enjoy festive and fun events on New Year’s Eve day while gaining the benefits of being active.

A new year’s countdown and balloon drop will be held at noon, and the festivities will also include music by a DJ, party favors, and a Skate and Play Special package available for purchase.

Skate and Play Special: $10 per person admission includes the public ice skating session, skate rental, and admission to Sapora Playworld, which offers multi-level soft play structures for ages 12 and younger. Food specials will be available from the concession.

No discount coupons will be accepted at the Noon Year’s Eve event, which is one of the many low-fee family friendly activities offered by the Rockford Park District for the community to enjoy.

Due to Saturday’s weather forecast, the Holi-Neigh event for Saturday, December 16, 2023, will only be held from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. We will still be doing holiday photos with a horse or cow, visits with Santa and Mrs. Clause, crafts and hot chocolate, live music, games, and the Sarver Children’s Farm will be open to meet the animals. All wagon rides are canceled.

Winter in northern Illinois can get pretty chilly, but the Birds of Prey at Atwood are well-equipped to deal with it! During Hootin' Holidays, you'll get to know the birds and learn some adaptations that make them capable of surviving the elements throughout the year. You might even get to dissect an owl pellet!

Event is FREE, pre-registration is highly recommended.

In the Outdoors events are sponsored by Rock River Disposal.