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Local venue Businesses in Rockford IL

Welcome to Rockford Buzz, your one-stop directory for discovering the best event venues in Rockford. Our mission is to support and promote locally owned businesses and regional institutions in Rockford IL, putting the spotlight on the unique and diverse spaces that make our community thrive. If you're planning a special event, be it a wedding, conference, birthday party, or any other gathering, Rockford Buzz is here to help you find the perfect setting for your celebration.

At Rockford Buzz, we believe in the power of local businesses and institutions to shape the character and culture of Rockford IL. That's why we've chosen to focus exclusively on independent venues, rather than large national chain stores. From charming historic buildings and rustic barns to contemporary art galleries and intimate theaters, our directory showcases the vibrant and eclectic nature of the Rockford area.

While we don't provide reviews of the businesses listed on Rockford Buzz, our comprehensive directory offers detailed descriptions, contact information, and images for each venue, giving you a thorough understanding of what each location has to offer. By exploring the various options available in Rockford IL, you can make an informed decision about which venue will best suit your event's unique needs and requirements.

So, whether you're a local resident looking to celebrate a special occasion, or you're visiting Rockford from out-of-town and want to experience the true essence of the city, Rockford Buzz is here to make your search for the ideal event venue a breeze. We invite you to browse our directory and discover the hidden gems that make Rockford IL the perfect place to host your unforgettable event.

Rockford Area Venue Places that Support Rockford Buzz

Rockford Park District

Rockford Park District

Rockford Park District

Today: 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Your home for sports and recreation in the Rockford area. Visit one of our many parks, walk our paths and trails, or have fun at one of our facilities.

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Alphabetical List of Rockford Area Venue Places

The Apollo Theatre AC

The Apollo Theatre AC

The Apollo Theatre AC

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The Apollo Theatre Ac is located in Belvidere, IL. Premier music and event Theatre

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Big Timber Axe Throwing

Big Timber Axe Throwing

Big Timber Axe Throwing

Today: 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Axe throwing entertainment for walk in customers, group bookings, private events and corporate outings.

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The Bricks Cherry Valley

The Bricks Cherry Valley

The Bricks Cherry Valley

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The Bricks Venue Center is the perfect spot for your upcoming event! Our floor plan is open and versatile that allows for your creativity to run wild. The space features reclaimed wood from the original building as well as unique refurbished chandeliers! The venue center is the perfect balance of rustic and chic that allows for flawless photo opportunities.

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Burpee Museum of Natural History

Burpee Museum of Natural History

Burpee Museum of Natural History

Today: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Mission Statement: To Inspire all people to engage in a lifetime of learning about the natural world. Proud member of Blue Star Museums. (Free admission to any active military family from Memorial Day through Labor Day) Donation Days are Tuesdays from 10a-5p. General Admission Prices: Adult (13 & up) $8, Kids (4-12y/o) $7, and Toddlers (3 & under) Free!

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Cliffbreakers Events

Cliffbreakers Events

Cliffbreakers Events

Today: 24 Hours

Cliffbreakers is the region's sole riverfront full-service historic hotel & banquet facility offering Rock River Valley's most unique lodging & event space

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The Copper Cow Inc.

The Copper Cow Inc.

The Copper Cow Inc.

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The Copper Cow Inc. is an antique store offering an array of items such asgarden, farm, industrial, authentic primitives, retro, and vintage items. Now offering special event rentals, stylizing service, & photo props!

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Dia De Los Muertos Art Gallery

Dia De Los Muertos Art Gallery

Dia De Los Muertos Art Gallery

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Culture comes alive every year for Dia de los Muertos Art Gallery, Follow us on our journey to celebrate our lost loved ones.

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District Bar and Grill

District Bar and Grill

District Bar and Grill

Today: 11:00 AM - 2:00 AM

Sports Bar and Live Entertainment Venue Located in Downtown Rockford

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Edgewater Events

Edgewater Events

Edgewater Events

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Edgewater Events is a beautiful event center located on the Northwest Side of Rockford. It's the perfect venue for an indoor or outdoor wedding, baby shower, graduation party or family reunion.

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Forest Hills Country Club

Forest Hills Country Club

Forest Hills Country Club

Today: 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Private Country Club with premier golfing services & Member dining. Event/banquet & wedding facilities open to the public without a Member sponsor.

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Hanson Barn

Hanson Barn

Hanson Barn

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The Hanson Barn is an event venue in Marengo, Illinois known for it's annual Christmas Light Show.

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Hidden Creek Estates

Hidden Creek Estates

Hidden Creek Estates

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Hidden Creek Estates is a private family run venue who is here to serve you and make sure whatever event you're holding exceeds expectations! Showcasing a beautiful property and a family founded on service, we would love to host your event!

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Janene's Event Design Studio.Social Cafe

Janene's Event Design Studio.Social Cafe

Janene's Event Design Studio.Social Cafe

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Private Rentals for any occasion..Event Designs..Rental for all linens...seminars...

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Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden

Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden

Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden

Today: 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden is a 155-acre living museum filled with spectacular gardens and rare trees. There’s beauty in every season from fragrant magnolia trees in spring and a butterfly garden in summer to the brilliant colors of fall and snow-capped evergreens in winter. A 1.8 mile, handicapped-accessible paved path winds through the arboretum plus many secondary, chipped trails. Kids will have fun navigating the maze in the Children’s Garden. Filled with botanic beauty, Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden is waiting for you to explore. For visitor information or to arrange for a tour call 815-965-8146 or visit www.klehm.org.

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The Landscape Connection

The Landscape Connection

The Landscape Connection

Today: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

"The Landscape Connection” is our GOD Given vision of a place that will serve our community by offering products and services that inspire and develop depth of experience connecting with family, friends, neighbors, community and Faith in a way that is rich with your individual signature. We will serve as a place where you can experience learning and developing new hobbies and abilities in our Garden Format. We will serve you by sharing in the creative process through our learning center, cater to you in our café environment, or maybe simply allow you space by going on a walk through our gardens and greenhouse areas and enjoying GODs creation.

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Lockwood Park

Lockwood Park

Lockwood Park

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Fall in love with Lockwood Park as you experience life on the farm in the heart of a big city!

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Marco's Slots

Marco's Slots

Marco's Slots

Today: 9:00 AM - 12:00 AM

A 1920s speakeasy-themed gaming parlor with full-service bar.

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McEachran Homestead Winery

McEachran Homestead Winery

McEachran Homestead Winery

Today: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM

As the only winery in historic Boone County, McEachran Homestead is pleased to offer a unique wine tasting experience for all your senses. Our friendly staff will offer your group a unique opportunity to sample a variety of cold-climate grape and seasonal fruit wines made on-site. Guests will learn of the different types of wine varieties and how viticulture and production aspects influence the flavor of McEachran Homestead’s wines. Guided tours also offer insight into the pruning, tending, and nurturing of the vineyards and surrounding gardens. This tour is also an insight to the rich history found at McEachran.

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Mr. J's Blues and Jazz Club

Mr. J's Blues and Jazz Club

Mr. J's Blues and Jazz Club

Today: 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM

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Nature At The Confluence

Nature At The Confluence

Nature At The Confluence

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Nature At The Confluence is a new urban environmental center that opened in 2017. We invite you to stop in for a visit to discover nature right in the middle of an urban area! We’re located on property surrounded by the Rock River, Turtle Creek and Kelly Creek, and you’ll find scenic beauty during every season. The campus offers a 5-acre prairie restoration, learning gardens, pollinator gardens and we have programs throughout the year for all ages and interests!

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Newburg Village Golf Club

Newburg Village Golf Club

Newburg Village Golf Club

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The Office Niteclub

The Office Niteclub

The Office Niteclub

Today: 12:00 PM - 2:00 AM

The Office Niteclub is a Gay Bar and entertainment venue in downtown Rockford.

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Pec Playhouse Theatre

Pec Playhouse Theatre

Pec Playhouse Theatre

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Pec Playhouse Theatre is a volunteer-run community theater in northern Illinois. Because we are volunteer-run, we do not have regular business hours. However, feel free to call us our leave a message here -- we are generally quick to respond to our patrons. Pec Playhouse Theatre exists as an educational and charitable organization dedicated to the study, practice, and production of theatre and the related arts. We strive to provide quality theatre programs and related events for the greater enjoyment and appreciation of the people of Pecatonica, its surrounding communities, and the general public. We provide opportunities and encouragement to anyone having an active interest in theatre and related arts, including students and other young people, to use their talents, energies and ideas in the accomplishment of our goals.Pecatonica is a quiet little town nestled in the beautiful countryside of Northern Illinois, a wonderful place to visit annual events, browse the antique shops and other local stores, away from the big city. Just off of U.S. Highway 20, Pecatonica is easily accessible via many routes. Pec Playhouse Theatre (PPT) was formed in 1991 by a group of Pecatonica High School students and recent graduates who wanted to continue performing in theater after high school. With the help of some supportive adults, PPT was organized and produced its first show, Out of the Frying Pan. This show was funded entirely by membership dues and proceeds from a car wash. In these early years, shows were performed mostly at Pecatonica High School and occasionally at the American Legion Hall. By 1994, PPT began producing summer musicals with The Wizard of Oz, which marked a new attendance record. In the summer of 1995, PPT mentored the newly-formed Byron Civic Theatre in presenting its first production, Annie Get Your Gun. PPT was incorporated as a not-for-profit corporation in 1997. In 1999, PPT became a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization, making most contributions to PPT tax-deductible. Meanwhile, Pecatonica High School ended its theater program. So, in 1998, PPT produced You Can’t Take It With You as the first of what was to become an annual main-stage show featuring high school students. As time and space at the high school became increasingly scarce, PPT entered into an agreement in 1998 with the Pecatonica Heritage Museum to use space in their building complex. This arrangement allowed Pec Playhouse to expand their schedule to five shows per year. As the years went by, theater seats, air conditioning, heating, lights, sound equipment, and bathrooms were added to the facility. With the help of 2 amazing contributors, Pecatonica Pharmacy and George Anderson, and the support of German American State Bank, PPT was able to purchase the building in late 2004. In 2007 the donation of newer, more comfortable theater seats from a Rockford Memorial Hospital made the PPT theater experience even more enjoyable for our patrons. Since that time, volunteers and friends of PPT continue to work to improve the building and the theater - one amazing project being the complete remodeling of the former doctor's apartment upstairs into a wonderful dressing and make-up area. We’re grateful to all of our friends and volunteers who have donated their time and energy over the years, and to our patrons and donors who keep us going. We are excited about the future of Pec Playhouse, and hope you’ll want to be a part!

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Pine Creek Escape

Pine Creek Escape

Pine Creek Escape

Today: By Appointment

Located just west of Chicago, our spaces offer fresh, calming and restorative cabin stays, event venues and charming wedding backdrops.

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Poplar Grove Vintage Wings and Wheels Museum

Poplar Grove Vintage Wings and Wheels Museum

Poplar Grove Vintage Wings and Wheels Museum

Today: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Our museum campus has an assortment of historical buildings. The queen of the campus is the Waukesha Hangar, a reclaimed 1937 airplane hangar which houses our unique museum. Outside you can also visit our historic Slim's Garage, "fill up" at our historic Sunoco Gas Station, or just take in the beauty of our pastoral landscape while experiencing the thrill of airplanes taking off nearby. The Poplar Grove Vintage Wings and Wheels Museum is a great place to visit again and again for new exhibits and events throughout the year. Be sure to check us out during our open season (May 1st to October 31st) and see for yourself why we are a great historical and cultural center for the community, the county, and beyond.

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Prairie Street Events

Prairie Street Events

Prairie Street Events

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Prairie Street Brewhouse is located in downtown Rockford off the river and houses Prairie Street Brewing Co., uniques spaces for events, weddings and offices, as well as lofts and a 60-slip marina. See more details at psbrewingco.com.

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Riverfront Museum Park

Riverfront Museum Park

Riverfront Museum Park

Today: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Home of Discovery Center Museum, Northern Public Radio, Rockford Art Museum, Rockford Dance Company and Rockford Symphony Orchestra

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Rock-A-Bago Hall & Mama C's pizza

Rock-A-Bago Hall & Mama C's pizza

Rock-A-Bago Hall & Mama C's pizza

Today: 10:00 AM - 2:00 AM

Full bar with live shows on Saturdays. Pool, Darts, and video gaming. Daily drink specials. Mama C's Pizza and pasta. P.P.P. Pizza, pasta, and pub.

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Rockford Art Museum

Rockford Art Museum

Rockford Art Museum

Today: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Founded in 1913, Rockford Art Museum exists to enrich the quality of life in the Rockford region through art collection, exhibitions and education. RAM is located inside the Riverfront Museum Park at 711 North Main Street in downtown Rockford, Illinois. Open daily. Learn more at rockfordartmuseum.org and follow @rockfordart on social media. To become a member of the museum today, visit rockfordartmuseum.org/connect/become-a-member.

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Rockford Harmony Singing Society

Rockford Harmony Singing Society

Rockford Harmony Singing Society

Today: 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Harmony Singing Society is a long standing society in Rockford, Il. Open to the public for certain events, but is always looking for new members to join this dynamic club. Come down and play the slot machines or just have a drink with your close friends. We have two halls available for rent to provide the perfect space to host any get-together. BINGO open to the public EVERY Thursday night. Friday night dinners that wont bust your budget. Always a friendly place and a cold drink available. Open Monday through Thursday at 3p.m. Friday, Saturday and Sunday at 11a.m. We have halls available for rent. The large hall is available for $800 with a $100 damage deposit with a seating capacity of 250 people. The small hall is available for $450 with a $100 damage deposit with a seating capacity 100 people.

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Rockford Listening Room

Rockford Listening Room

Rockford Listening Room

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Acoustically superb. Wood floors and 2' high stage. Comfortable seating for 50 listeners. Outstanding national and regional touring performers. Enter free parking via 1st Av west of 7th St for all-on-1-floor access to our west door.

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The Rockford Theatre

The Rockford Theatre

The Rockford Theatre

Today: By Appointment

The Rockford Theatre, part of the Rockford Woman’s Club facility, is an 800-seat performance theatre with its own entrance, box office, and lobby facilities. It is fully equipped with house lights, strip lights, a Steinway piano, and a professional sound system.

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Savvy Event Co

Savvy Event Co

Savvy Event Co

Today: 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM

The 815’s first & only Luxury Picnic Service Serving Rockford IL and surrounding areas

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Sinissippi Music Shell

Sinissippi Music Shell

Sinissippi Music Shell

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A favorite spot of many local congregations and arts organizations, the Music Shell hosts a wide variety of free performances throughout the season.

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SM & SF Club

SM & SF Club

SM & SF Club

Today: 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM

The SM&SF Club located in Rockford, Illinois, at 1010 Sandy Hollow Road, was established in 1898 as the Swedish Music and Sick Fraternity. At that time, Swedish singing societies were popular in the Midwest with singing competitions being held throughout the year. TTThe early Swedish immigrants were also a strong ethnic group that took care of each other, both physically and financially, during times of illness and death. Today, the SM&SF Club is a non-profit social club with membership that exceeds 600 members. It still maintains an old tradition of caring for the community by its annual “Kick-In for Cancer” fundraisers that have raised over $30,000 a year to benefit the local hospital’s oncology departments and our local hospice care providers.

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Stadium Lounge

Stadium Lounge

Stadium Lounge

Today: 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM

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The Standard

The Standard

The Standard

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The Standard offers a chic and unique venue with the a rooftop setting for your wedding, special occasion or corporate event.

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Stronghold Center

Stronghold Center

Stronghold Center

Today: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Stronghold Center is a four-season retreat and camping center, operated by the Presbytery of Blackhawk, Presbyterian Church (USA). Our facilities include wilderness cabins, a camping area, dining and meeting rooms, and seven retreat houses able to accommodate 6-56 guests. Located in Oregon, IL, the beauty of nature exists in a variety of environments, all along bluffs overlooking the Rock River. Founded in 1963, Stronghold Center proudly continues to provide a variety of Christian and secular programming and events. Our unique programming includes summer camps for ages 6-18, challenge courses, and a Confirmation Retreat. In October, Stronghold hosts the annual Olde English Faire. Stronghold is also a great location for one-day seminars, business meetings and professional development programs, church picnics, and family reunions!

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Tebala Event Center

Tebala Event Center

Tebala Event Center

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We are conveniently located on Rockford’s East side with easy access to I-90, I-39 and US 20, surrounded by hotels for over night stays. We serve all your needs for expos, banquets, fund-raising events, weddings, anniversaries, professional/business seminars, live events, church events, school events, civic meetings and computer training/work facilities. The Tebala Event Center’s banquet facility has a 1,250 sq. ft. dance floor that lets you dance while entertaining guests with your favorite band or DJ set atop a spacious 25′ x 56′ raised stage. We have the perfect reception area for weddings, exhibitions and more! We offer plenty of parking, several hospitality rooms and seating for up to 500 people at round tables in our 7500 sq ft ballroom. Our unique 19′ ceilings allow space for larger displays and exhibits and we a have a full kitchen for caterers. Call Julie Rieker, our Director of Events, today to book your next memorable event!

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Test Site

Test Site

Test Site

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Test Site is where artists & businesses alike come together to grow new ideas and inspire the creative process.Praxeology is the study of human action based on the notion that humans engage in purposeful behavior as opposed to reflexive behavior.

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The Twisted Tulip

The Twisted Tulip

The Twisted Tulip

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A unique and elegant venue experience where old meets new. This beautiful building can accommodate up to 200 guests.

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The Underground

The Underground

The Underground

Today: 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM

A performance artist, painter and a gallery owner in Rockford, IL, Roni Golan creates original paintings during events such as wedding receptions, banquets, or any other private and important events. Traveling all across the US for live event painting, Golan is always looking for new events and people to share his work with. A one-of-a-kind process, his live work is highly entertaining and registers events in colors, shapes and texture with each event being totally unique. Every event begins with a blank canvas and concludes with a timeless fine art piece to treasure for years to come.

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Union

Union

Union

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Event space in downtown Rockford, IL. Contact us today for a tour!

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University Club of Rockford

University Club of Rockford

University Club of Rockford

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UW Health Sports Factory

UW Health Sports Factory

UW Health Sports Factory

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UW Health Sports Factory is one of the largest sports facilities in the Midwest.

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Veterans Memorial Hall and Museum

Veterans Memorial Hall and Museum

Veterans Memorial Hall and Museum

Today: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Honoring the Veterans of Winnebago County Since 1903. Veterans Memorial Hall and Museum is a living memorial to Veterans from all wars. It will serve as a constant reminder to the sacrifices given by brave men and women from Winnebago County and a way for generations to remember and learn about their lives. Open Tuesday through Friday from 9-4. Historic docent led tours on Tuesdays at 11 am and Wednesday at 1 pm.Weekends and group tours by appointment. Rentals available. This Memorial Hall, one of the first of it's kind in the state of Illinois to be dedicated to our veterans of all wars, was completed in the year 1903. The doors opened with the dedication ceremonies on June third of that year by our twenty - sixth president Theodore Roosevelt with these words: "No more fitting memorial could be erected to the men who fought, than a hall such as this..... a hall beautiful because of the uses to which it is consecrated" - Teddy Roosevelt 1903.

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Victory Sports Complex

Victory Sports Complex

Victory Sports Complex

Today: 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM

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The Wheel

The Wheel

The Wheel

Today: 7:00 AM - 2:00 AM

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Womanspace

Womanspace

Womanspace

Today: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Womanspace offers programs for women, children & men to enhance body, mind & spirit. All are welcome on our seven-acre campus with art studios & a gallery, Gallery2Go gift shop, beautiful gardens and a labyrinth. Mission Connecting, empowering, creating and transforming our world - one woman at a time. Company Overview Womanspace seeks to inspire individuals to discover new talents, interests and friendships, and is dedicated to helping people live their best lives through programs that enhance mind, body and spirit. Situated on a seven-acre campus with art studios and galleries, Gallery2Go gift shop, beautiful gardens and a labyrinth, Womanspace has touched the lives of more than 20,000 men, women and children since its founding in Rockford, Illinois in 1975. Womanspace operates as a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization.

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