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Places to Take a Hayride or Wagon Ride in the Stateline
There’s nothing as fun as a fall hayride or wagon ride! You can relax and check out the beautiful scenery or brace yourself for some jump scares (if it’s a Halloween ride!) Here’s a list of where you can take a hayride or wagon ride in the Stateline this season.
Fall Craft Shows and Craft Fairs in the Stateline
Fall is a great time to check out a local craft fair or craft show. There are many happening throughout the Stateline during the season. Here’s a list of where and when you can go support small businesses and local makers, crafters, and artists!. Events highlighted in yellow are...
56 Things to Do in the Stateline This Fall
It’s Fall in the Stateline! The air is getting crisp, the leaves are changing colors, and we’re excited about enjoying all of the local fun. We’ve put together a list of local places, attractions, and events for you to have some Fall fun this year. Get outside and enjoy the season!
Get Your Pumpkins at These Rockford Area Pumpkin Patches
It’s time to take the kids to a pumpkin patch for a day of fun! Pick out pumpkins for Jack O’ Lanterns, get lost in a corn maze, and sample some fall treats. There are several pumpkin patches in Winnebago and Rock counties and a few more a short drive away. Make visiting a Stateline area pumpkin patch part of your family’s Fall tradition this year!
Five Corn Mazes in the Stateline to Visit This Fall
Do you and your kids enjoy a challenge? Corn mazes are a great way for families to have fun and spend an hour trying to figure out a puzzle!. There are several corn mazes a short drive away in Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin. All of these mazes are located within orchards or pumpkin patches with lots of other activities so you can make a whole day out of your visit.
Places to See the Leaves Changing Color in the Stateline
The changing leaves are beautiful in the Stateline in the fall! There are many local parks and forest preserves where you can see the red, orange, and yellow leaves in all their splendor. In 2023, the Stateline area will be at peak fall colors between October 9 – 23 according...
Fall Fairs and Festivals in the Stateline
Fall Festivals are one of our favorite things about the autumn season. They are filled with carnival rides, fair food, and local vendors. If you’re lucky, you get crisp weather during the event too! Here’s a list of fall festivals and fairs in the Stateline and what you can expect if you go!
Five Apple Orchards To Visit This Fall In The Rockford Area
Nothing says fall in the Stateline like visiting an apple orchard! One of our favorite parts of living in the Midwest is being surrounded by farms and orchards. Enjoy your fall traditions and pick up some delicious treats this season!. Here’s a list of local apple orchards and what you...
BEST Things to do in September in Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin – Kites, Bubbles, Power Wheels Races and Glowing in the Gardens!
September in the Stateline is the beginning of the fall season! It’s time to shift into school mode and enjoy the months before the holiday season gets underway. The weather is cooling off and seasonal favorites are opening for business. Get your Fall bucket list together and check out some of these awesome events and exciting news for families in the Stateline.
Start Back-to-School Season Stress-Free with Tips from SSM Health
Back-to-school time is exciting, but it can also be stressful for kids and adults. SSM Heath’s Jamie Mowry has some tips and advice for how to lessen the stress for families in our community this back-to-school season. “It’s more likely that people may feel uncomfortable when their schedules suddenly...
Mural Magic: Exploring Rockford’s Public Art Trail with Kids
Looking for a family outing that’s colorful, fun, and a little magical? Grab your phone, plan your outfit, and head out to explore Rockford’s Public Art Trail!. Since the launch of Cre8IV in 2019, Rockford has added more than 40 eye-catching murals to buildings throughout the city. One of the coolest things about these local murals is that they were created specifically with Rockford in mind! You can find murals that honor famous Rockfordians, Rockford area sports teams, and Rockford-made products like the sock monkey! There are also several murals that highlight elements of our local ecosystem like flowers, animals, and birds.
Where to See Sunflowers in the Stateline
Sunflowers can put a smile on anyone’s face! If you’d like to see some of these friendly flowers this summer, there are a few places you can go in the Stateline or a short drive away. **Please note: Before you go, check the farm’s Facebook page. They may...
BEST Things to do in August in Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin – Women’s Baseball, Rock River Race, Street Dance, and More!
August in the Stateline is the last month to check those items off your summer bucket list before school starts again! Whether your summer has been packed full of fun, or you’re finding some last-minute things to make it memorable, we’ve put together a bunch of fantastic events and exciting news for families in the Stateline.
Back-to-School Assistance: Backpack & School Supply Giveaways
If you’re in need of free backpacks or school supplies for your kids this year, several Rockford, IL area businesses and organizations can help! We’ve put together a list of places offering backpack and school supply giveaways so your kids can start the school year off with everything they need.
Celebrate Rockford Day (815 Day) With Fun for the Whole Family
Each year, on August 15th, Rockford, Illinois celebrates 815 Day, otherwise known as Rockford Day! This is a day to enjoy all that Rockford has to offer and feel proud to be a Rockfordian. This year, there are a bunch of fun things happening for families on Rockford Day. Take a look at the list below and make plans to celebrate Rockford Day!
National Night Out Events in the Stateline
This year’s National Night Out events are happening on both Tuesday, August 1st and Wednesday, August 2nd, 2023 in the Stateline! National Night Out is a community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships typically held on the first Tuesday in August each year. These events are always free and family-friendly. It’s a good chance to get to know your local law enforcement and meet members of your community!
BEST Things to do in July in Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin – Fireworks, Fireflies, Cookies, Strawberry Fest, and More!
July in the Stateline is the peak of summer fun! If you haven’t had a chance to check out a fair, festival, fireworks, or pools yet this summer, this is the month to do it! There are a bunch of fun things happening in July and exciting news for families in the Stateline this month!
Trampoline Parks and Ninja Gyms in the Stateline
Trampoline parks are a fun way to spend a day indoors burning off energy. They are a great option for something fun to do when it’s freezing cold or scorching hot outside. If you’ve wondered if the Stateline has any trampoline parks then you’re in luck! There are several trampoline parks in the Stateline including two in Rockford, Illinois. There are also several more trampoline parks you could visit within a 90-minute drive from Rockford.
Indoor Play Places for Kids in the Stateline
It can get mighty cold in the Stateline area during the winter and kids need a place to get their energy out when it’s too cold to play outside! Thankfully, there are several indoor play places in the greater Rockford area where you can take your kids to burn off some energy and quite a few fast food restaurants where kids can have lunch and play. We’ve put together a list of all of the indoor play places and restaurant play areas in the Stateline.
A Good Place StoryWalk Finds a Home at Rotary Botanical Gardens
This year, four bug friends are looking for a home at Rotary Botanical Gardens StoryWalk. The StoryWalk is based on the book A Good Place by Lucy Cousins which tells the story of a dragonfly, ladybug, bee, and beetle trying to find a home where they are safe and comfortable. Each bug is looking for something a little different in each place where they stop.
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Stateline Kids is the only community guide for kids events, activities and information in Winnebago, Boone and Rock counties. The site launched in July 2018 to help families make the most out of the resources and attractions in the Stateline area. We seek to answer the question: "What adventure can we have today?"
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