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Places to See the Easter Bunny and Take Photos in the Stateline
Spring is in the air, the flowers are blooming, and the Easter Bunny is making his rounds! Luckily, if you’re in the Stateline, you don’t have to search high and low to find the Easter Bunny – he’s right here in town, waiting to pose for pictures and hand out candy. From photos at the mall to meet-and-greets all around town, we’ve got the scoop on all the best ways to see the Easter Bunny in the Stateline. Come along with us on this egg-citing journey – the Easter Bunny is waiting!
Kids Bowl Free in The Stateline This Summer
Have you heard of the awesome program Kids Bowl Free? This program allows kids to bowl TWO free games EVERY day of the summer. Each bowling alley has different hours of availability and different start dates, but most programs run between May 1st and August 31st, 2023. All participating bowling alleys allow for two free games per day!
Spring Break Adventures: Kids’ Activities in the Stateline For Any Budget
Spring Break is happening soon and if you’re wondering what to do with your kids during the time off of school, we have some suggestions for you! There are plenty of fun places to check out during Spring Break no matter what your budget is. We’ve put together some options at each price level for ways you can have fun in the Rockford area this Spring Break.
Visit the Butterfly Exhibit in Rockford This Spring
It’s not officially Spring in the Stateline until the butterflies come back! One of our favorite things to do every Spring is visit the Butterfly Exhibit at Nicholas Conservatory and Gardens in Rockford. This exhibit has been a Springtime staple for more than nine years. This year’s theme is the Secret Life of Butterflies.
Places to Walk, Hike and Bike in the Stateline
There are so many places to go outside to exercise and get fresh air in the Stateline area. All of these parks, paths, and trails are free to use. Here are places you can enjoy a walk, hike, or bike ride in the Stateline. Paved Paths in the Stateline. Bring...
2023 Easter Egg Hunts and Easter Events in the Stateline
The Stateline goes all out for Easter every year! This year is no exception. There are SO MANY Easter Egg Hunts in the Rockford area happening in 2023. Some are free, some are low-cost, and all will be a hopping good time! Make plans to attend some of these Stateline egg hunts and Easter events this year.
Explore the Outdoors at Nature at the Confluence
Nature at the Confluence in South Beloit, Illinois is a little slice of nature in an urban area. The property is called Nature at the Confluence because it’s where the Rock River, Turtle Creek and Kelly Creek meet. Nature at the Confluence is a 5-acre prairie restoration, learning gardens,...
See More Than 100,000 Balloons at the Big Balloon Build in Lake Geneva
The Big Balloon Build is coming to Lake Geneva for the first time ever! From March 24th – 26th, you can visit the impressive display made from over 100,000 balloons at The Covenant Harbor in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. The Big Balloon Build invites balloon artists to work as a team and construct a giant display made entirely of balloons. This year’s theme is the Great Outdoors. If you go, you can expect to see balloon trees, flowers, animals, and more!
6+ Super Fun Spring Break Camps in the Rockford Area for 2023
Don’t want bored kids hanging around the house all day this Spring Break? Pack a lunch and send them to one of these 6+ super fun spring break camps in the Rockford area! Check out our list of all of the Stateline’s spring break camps below then register your kid soon because spots are filling up quickly!
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with These Stateline Events
Everyone has the luck of the Irish on St. Patrick’s Day! Here are some fun family-friendly events happening for St. Patrick’s Day in the Rockford area AND adults-only events if you want to celebrate without the kids! This year St. Patrick’s Day falls on Friday, March 17, 2023 which means there will be festivities throughout the weekend.
Healthy Habits, Happy Homes: How to Make Healthy Eating a Family Affair
Many of us start the New Year with good intentions of eating healthy and exercising regularly. By March – National Nutrition Month – it’s safe to say that old habits have often begun to resurface. “Rather than be disappointed, now is a great time to refocus and...
Fun and Fitness For the Whole Family at YMCA of Rock River Valley
The YMCA of Rock River Valley is a place where the whole family can spend time together while building healthy habits. Everyone in your family can find something to do at the Y to keep them fit, healthy, and active all year long. Haven’t been to the Y lately? Here’s how a Y membership can support you through your current season of life and those to come!
Plan a Trip to Discovery Town in Discovery Center Museum
Our favorite local children’s museum has a fun exhibit coming back this year that your kids can explore for a limited time! Discovery Town is a miniature town with play structures where kids can play pretend and use their imaginations located inside Discovery Center Museum in Rockford. Discovery Town...
Celebrating Valentine’s Day in the Stateline
Love is in the air in the Stateline! There are lots of options for local lovebirds to have fun or get romantic this Valentine’s Day. Get a sitter and enjoy a night on the town with your sweetie! Here are some upcoming event options for February 11 – 14, 2023.
Spend the Weekend Splashing and Skiing at Timber Ridge Lodge in Lake Geneva
Visiting Timber Ridge Lodge in Lake Geneva is fun for the whole family. Located less than an hour from Rockford, Lake Geneva is situated on the shores of Geneva Lake. The area is a popular tourist destination for its picturesque downtown, beautiful beaches and abundant parks. Timber Ridge Lodge is...
2023 Free or Donation Days for Stateline Museums and Gardens
The Stateline has some fantastic museums and gardens! If you want to visit these gems with your kids, you don’t have to break the bank. Here’s a list of 2023’s free or donation days for attractions in the Rockford area. Donation days mean that you can pay whatever amount you’re comfortable paying for admission.
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.
Play Winter Bingo for a Chance to Win A Stateline Winter Fun Pack
Are you looking for some local fun this winter? Look no further than Stateline Kids!. We want to encourage you to play local and have a great time in the 815! So, we’ve put together a Winter Bingo card full of local things to do! You can get Bingo across, up and down, or four corners. If you’re feeling really adventurous, you can try for a blackout!
Get a Free GLOWman Kit From the Rockford Park District
This year, the Rockford Park District is offering free supplies for kids to build their very own GLOWman. These snowmen are called GLOWmen due to the glowstick in place of their carrot nose. These kits are free thanks to Collins Aerospace!. GLOWman kits include:. Black buttons for eyes and mouth.
Spend More Time Outdoors This Year with 1000 Hours Outside
Have you heard of the 1000 Hours Outside movement? It’s a website and social media presence created to encourage families to spend more time outdoors. The average child spends more than 1,200 hours on screens each year, but far less out in nature. If you’re looking for a fun way to get more time outdoors, consider making 1000 hours your goal in 2022!
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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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