Family & Kids in Rockford, IL
Family and kids events in Rockford, Illinois include ice shows as well as activities at venues such as the BMO Center, Dekalb Public Library, and Midwest Social. Upcoming options feature the First Annual Adult Spelling Bee at Dekalb Public Library, A Royal Princess Day at Midwest Social, and the Growing Up Strong Summit at Rock Valley College Downtown West. The FREE Family Fun Event at the Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens also appears among selections. November, December, and January are the busiest months for these gatherings. Roughly one in four events is free to attend. These listings highlight the variety of family-friendly activities scheduled throughout the region.
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FreeTue, Nov 10 · 5:00 PM
Tuesday Evening Parent Playgroup
DeKalb County Community Outreach Building
Free
Sold outSat, Nov 14 · 7:00 AM
Child Care University 2026
Kishwaukee College
$44.52 +

Tue, Nov 17 · 10:00 AM
Tiny Turkeys Bounce & Play
Midwest Social
$10.38 +
FreeThu, Nov 19 · 5:30 PM
First Annual Adult Spelling Bee
Dekalb Public Library
Free
FreeSat, Nov 21 · 10:30 AM
Park District Children’s Play: Watch Me in Wonderland
Dekalb Public Library
Free

Sun, Nov 22 · 10:00 AM
A Royal Princess Day
Midwest Social
$44.52 +
FreeThu, Dec 3 · 8:30 AM
Growing Up Strong Summit
Rock Valley College Downtown West - Downtown Learning Center
Free
FreeSat, Dec 5 · 10:00 AM
FREE Family Fun Event at the Nicolas Conservatory
Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens
Free

Mon, Dec 7 · 2:00 PM
Burpee Homeschool Science Days 2026: Nature Inspires Innovation
Burpee Museum of Natural History
$0 +

Thu, Dec 17 · 7:00 PM
A Charlie Brown Christmas - Live On Stage!
Coronado Theatre
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Wed, Dec 30 · 7:00 PM
Harlem Globetrotters: Rivalry Tour Presented By Sprite
BMO Center
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Thu, Jan 7 · 7:00 PM
Disney On Ice presents Magic of Family
BMO Center
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Fri, Jan 8 · 6:30 PM
Disney On Ice presents Magic of Family
BMO Center
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Sat, Jan 9 · 10:30 AM
Disney On Ice presents Magic of Family
BMO Center
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Sat, Jan 9 · 2:30 PM
Disney On Ice presents Magic of Family
BMO Center
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Sat, Jan 9 · 6:30 PM
Disney On Ice presents Magic of Family
BMO Center
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Sun, Jan 10 · 10:30 AM
Disney On Ice presents Magic of Family
BMO Center
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Sun, Jan 10 · 2:30 PM
Disney On Ice presents Magic of Family
BMO Center
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