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📢Calling all restaurants!

🍽️ Rockford Restaurant Week 2025 is just around the corner—January 23 to February 2!

Rockford Restaurant Week is the ultimate chance to:
✨ Attract new customers
✨ Showcase your culinary talents
✨ Drive business with an exclusive prix fixe menu or bundled meal deal

👉 Don’t wait—submit your menu now and be part of this delicious community event: https://tinyurl.com/7w3msenh

🏆 Congratulations to Susan Lundgren, our Ultimate Winter Getaway Package winner! ❄️ A big shoutout to our local partners and every one of YOU who made the Rockford Holiday Photo Challenge such a success! 📸

Missed this one? Mark your calendar for the Rockford Restaurant Week Photo Challenge starting January 23! 📅📷 Don’t miss out! Follow us for more opportunities to win big.

Thank you to our partners who offered items for the Winter Getaway package including:
Embassy Suites Rockford and Tower Kitchen & Bar
Rockford IceHogs
Edgebrook
Roxy Carmichael Boutique
Synergy Collective
Prairie Street Brewing Co.
Lucha Cantina and Healthcare Plus Rockford

New year, new weekend plans! Don’t miss out on an exciting weekend of local events: https://www.gorockford.com/events/

Calling all volunteers! Back in the Box is on Saturday, January 4th. Volunteers are needed to help with taking down Christmas lights, garlands, ornaments, the City of Rockford Christmas tree, packing away giant presents, and other various tasks for Stroll on State. Come dressed for the weather; most work is outdoors.

The two volunteer shifts will take place from 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. and 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. Volunteers can sign up to help during one or both shifts.

Location: Santa’s Workshop is located at 310 South Winnebago Street in Rockford, IL

Sign-up to volunteer at: https://www.gorockford.com/stroll-on-state/volunteering/

🎉 Happy New Year! 🎉 Now that the holidays are behind us, you might be wondering how to stay active during that long stretch until spring. ❄️ Whether you’re planning a cute date night or a fun evening with friends, we’ve put together a list of cozy, creative activities to make your winter memorable.

👉 Check out our latest blog for all the inspiration you need!
📸Courtesy of The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

Stay “In”- tertained this Winter Now that the holidays are over, you’re probably looking at that long stretch of time between now and Spring wondering how to pass the time. Whether you’re looking for a cute date idea or a night out with friends, we’ve curated a list of fun activities to do while staying in this winter.

🎉 What a year it's been for Rockford, Illinois! From growth and innovation to unforgettable community celebrations, 2024 was nothing short of amazing. 🌟 GoRockford is proud to showcase 40 wins that prove why Rockford shines as a top destination for residents and visitors alike. Check out our blog for all the highlights!

40 Rockford Region Wins for 2024 Rockford, Illinois, has had an incredible year filled with growth, innovation, and community celebrations. From significant milestones to exciting new ventures, GoRockford has played a pivotal role in showcasing all that makes Rockford shine. Here are 40 wins from 2024 that highlight why Rockford co...

🥂❄️ Igloo season is here! Cozy up this winter in Rockford at these local spots offering intimate igloo dining experiences.
📍 Hidden Creek Estates
📍 Alchemy at Aldeen
📍 The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge
📍 Disco Chicken
Perfect for magical winter nights with great food, drinks, and vibes!

End the year on a high note in Rockford with these exciting events! Visit our events calendar to learn more: https://www.gorockford.com/events/

🎄Happy Holidays from the team at GoRockford!🎅

🎄📸 There's still time to join the Rockford Holiday Photo Challenge! Check in at locations, earn badges, and win prizes! Challenge ends Jan. 5, 2025.

➡Sign up today! https://tinyurl.com/3fm25k6h

Get ready, foodies! Rockford Restaurant Week 2025 is just ONE MONTH AWAY! 🍽️

Mark your calendars for this delicious annual celebration of local flavors, happening Jan. 23 - Feb. 2, 2025. Explore specially curated prix fixe menus and exclusive offers from participating Rockford area restaurants, showcasing the best of our culinary scene.

Check our website for the latest menus and updates: https://www.gorockford.com/restaurant-week/

School’s out, and winter break is in full swing! ☃ Time to relax, recharge, and enjoy the Rockford Region’s best holiday happenings. Check out our winter break guide to learn more! ❄

Snow Much Fun: A Guide to Winter Break in the Rockford Region: School’s out, and you find yourself with more free time than you know what to do with. The time has finally come for you to relax, unwind, and take your mind off school. After months of textbooks, tests, and papers, winter break is your chance to do something for yourself. Here are some ideas on h...

🎄 Finish your holiday to-do list this weekend with Christmas concerts, Winter Solstice events, and last-minute shopping! 🎁❄️

➡Event calendar: https://www.gorockford.com/events/

Happy Holidays from the GoRockford team! We look forward to seeing our region shine in 2025!🎉

🎁Calling all last-minute shoppers! Finish your list and shop local with this 815 stocking stuffer guide by Helen Karakoudas Redfern and the Rock River Current! 🛍️

815 Stocking Stuffer Guide | Shop small for last-minute gifts in the Rockford region By Helen Karakoudas Special to the Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — The countdown of days until Christmas is now in single digits. To help take the stress out of finding last-minute gifts —

🛒 Shopping local isn’t just about buying gifts—it’s about giving back.

Explore our Holiday Shopping Guide for unique ideas that will make your loved ones smile and help local businesses stay strong this season. 💖

Rockford Region Holiday Shopping Guide For perfect gifts this holiday season, let’s rethink any impulse to go online or drive to a nearby city. Let’s shop local.

🎄✨ Brighten your winter nights at Illuminated at Anderson Japanese Gardens! 🌟 Wander through a wonderland of dramatic lights and sparkling string displays, perfect for the holiday season.

🔥 Grab made-to-order Woodfire Pizza or indulge in treats from rotating food trucks. Then, cozy up by the fire for a delicious meal and drinks inside the Visitor’s Center.

📖 On Sunday evenings, gather for a magical fireside reading of The Night Before Christmas by John Gleason at 6:15 & 7:15 PM.

📍 Anderson Japanese Gardens | 318 Spring Creek Road, Rockford, IL