Seasonal & Holiday in Rockford, IL
Seasonal and holiday events in Rockford, Illinois include offerings at CherryVale Mall and the RPL Nordlof Center, which host the most listings. Upcoming activities feature There's Something About Merry! Holiday Artisan Market at Womanspace, the 2026 J.R. Sullivan's Hometown Holiday at RPL Nordlof Center, Rockford Winter Wonderland Craft & Vendor Market at CherryVale Mall, and Christmas Blocks Workshop with Carmen at Blackhawk Athletic Club. These gatherings mostly occur on Saturdays and Sundays during the day before 5pm. The busiest months are November and December, with about half of the events free to attend.
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Thu, Nov 12 · 5:00 PM
Urban Farmgirl's Holiday Launch Party
Urban Farmgirl (Madison Street location)
$22.09 +
FreeSat, Nov 14 · 10:00 AM
Miracle on N. 2nd Street
Hidden Treasures Mall and Antiques
Free

Sat, Nov 21 · 11:00 AM
Deck the Halls at the Manor - Holiday Tours
5084 S Bend Rd
$14.64 +
FreeSun, Nov 22 · 10:00 AM
Thanksgiving Vendor Market
213 N 3rd St
Free

Sat, Nov 28 · 10:00 AM
Breakfast With Santa
6440 Belvidere Rd
$23.18 +

Mon, Nov 30 · 11:00 AM
Deck the Halls at the Manor - Holiday Tours
5084 S Bend Rd
$14.64 +
FreeFri, Dec 4 · 1:00 PM
There's Something About Merry! Holiday Artisan Market
Womanspace
Free
FreeWed, Dec 9 · 5:30 PM
Sips & Sparkle: A Holiday Night at The Connection
560 S Perryville Rd
Free

Fri, Dec 11 · 7:00 PM
2026 J.R. Sullivan's Hometown Holiday
RPL Nordlof Center
$39.19 +
FreeSat, Dec 12 · 10:00 AM
Rockford Winter Wonderland Craft & Vendor Market
CherryVale Mall
Free

Sat, Dec 12 · 4:00 PM
2026 J.R. Sullivan's Hometown Holiday - Matinee
RPL Nordlof Center
$39.19 +

Sun, Dec 13 · 1:00 PM
Christmas Blocks Workshop with Carmen
Blackhawk Athletic Club
$40 +

Fri, Dec 18 · 6:00 PM
Winter Centerpiece Class
Midwest Social
$97.88 +
FreeSun, Oct 31 · 4:00 PM
Trunk or Treat 2026
Rockford Housing Authority
Free