Rockford, IL

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.

Tuesday Evening Parent PlaygroupFree
Tue, Nov 10 · 5:00 PM

Tuesday Evening Parent Playgroup

DeKalb County Community Outreach Building
Free
Child Care University 2026Sold out
Sat, Nov 14 · 7:00 AM

Child Care University 2026

Kishwaukee College
$44.52 +
Tiny Turkeys Bounce & Play
Tue, Nov 17 · 10:00 AM

Tiny Turkeys Bounce & Play

Midwest Social
$10.38 +
First Annual Adult Spelling BeeFree
Thu, Nov 19 · 5:30 PM

First Annual Adult Spelling Bee

Dekalb Public Library
Free
Park District Children’s Play: Watch Me in WonderlandFree
Sat, Nov 21 · 10:30 AM

Park District Children’s Play: Watch Me in Wonderland

Dekalb Public Library
Free
A Royal Princess Day
Sun, Nov 22 · 10:00 AM

A Royal Princess Day

Midwest Social
$44.52 +
Growing Up Strong SummitFree
Thu, Dec 3 · 8:30 AM

Growing Up Strong Summit

Rock Valley College Downtown West - Downtown Learning Center
Free
FREE Family Fun Event at the Nicolas ConservatoryFree
Sat, Dec 5 · 10:00 AM

FREE Family Fun Event at the Nicolas Conservatory

Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens
Free
Burpee Homeschool Science Days 2026: Nature Inspires Innovation
Mon, Dec 7 · 2:00 PM

Burpee Homeschool Science Days 2026: Nature Inspires Innovation

Burpee Museum of Natural History
$0 +
A Charlie Brown Christmas - Live On Stage!
Thu, Dec 17 · 7:00 PM

A Charlie Brown Christmas - Live On Stage!

Coronado Theatre
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Harlem Globetrotters: Rivalry Tour Presented By Sprite
Wed, Dec 30 · 7:00 PM

Harlem Globetrotters: Rivalry Tour Presented By Sprite

BMO Center
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Disney On Ice presents Magic of Family
Thu, Jan 7 · 7:00 PM

Disney On Ice presents Magic of Family

BMO Center
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Disney On Ice presents Magic of Family
Fri, Jan 8 · 6:30 PM

Disney On Ice presents Magic of Family

BMO Center
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Disney On Ice presents Magic of Family
Sat, Jan 9 · 10:30 AM

Disney On Ice presents Magic of Family

BMO Center
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Disney On Ice presents Magic of Family
Sat, Jan 9 · 2:30 PM

Disney On Ice presents Magic of Family

BMO Center
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Disney On Ice presents Magic of Family
Sat, Jan 9 · 6:30 PM

Disney On Ice presents Magic of Family

BMO Center
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Disney On Ice presents Magic of Family
Sun, Jan 10 · 10:30 AM

Disney On Ice presents Magic of Family

BMO Center
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Disney On Ice presents Magic of Family
Sun, Jan 10 · 2:30 PM

Disney On Ice presents Magic of Family

BMO Center
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