- TripBuzz found 59 things to do with kids in or near Rockford, Illinois, including 39 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Beloit, Loves Park, Cherry Valley and Belvidere.
- From Discovery Center Museum to Skateland, the Rockford area offers 82 different types of family activities, including: Theaters, History Museums, Gardens and Parks.
- Located on the banks of the Rock River, the city of Rockford, Illinois is the states third largest city. Settled in the mid-1800's, the area was once an industrial area and is now a thriving commercial and residential community that also offers many tourist attractions. The most popular attractions being those of cultural and historical importance such as the local museums and historic theatres.
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Nelson's Hometowne Recreation is a family owned business that provides indoor and outdoor swimming pool services. The company also makes and sells saunas, dart boards, and various game room furniture.
28.7 Miles
Carmike Market Square 10 Cinema is a movie theater and amusement center. good movies are up on the showreel and snacks like popcorn and soda complete the movie going experience. It is spacious and fuzzy.
28.8 Miles
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426 N. Jackson St., Janesville, WI 53548
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This museum is housed in the Stanley Dexter Tallman prairie style house from 1912, made famous for Abraham Lincoln spending 2 nights there. The Lincoln Tallman House ticketing and visitors center reside here. Tours take about an hour and a half and there is no food or beverages for purchase.
29.1 Miles
The Ellwood House Museum was formally owned by Issac Ellwood, founder of the first barbed wire factory. Now a museum, visitors can take a tour and learn about the history of the area and of barbed wire.
29.1 Miles
During the summer, Camp Lakota runs a campground for families to set up tent in. The staff provides outdoor meals and the grounds include an archery course, climbing wall, and pool. Boy scouts can use the facilities year round.
29.2 Miles
Mardi Gras Lanes is a bowling alley with 32 lanes and a restaurant that offers pizza, burgers, and hot dogs. Other available games include video poker and electronic slot machines.
29.3 Miles
A small art gallery in the same building as the Dekalb Chamber of Commerce, the Nehring Cultural & Tourism Center features a variety of exhibits. Some exhibits center on art, while others center on natural or cultural history.
29.4 Miles
Dekalb Park District features a number of parks and facilities. Parks offer a wide range of recreational activities including playgrounds, soccer fields, golf courses, sports complexes' and historic museum flower gardens.
29.5 Miles
Jane Addams Recreation Trail takes you on a journey through time and the experience is further enriched by the stories told. The trail allows for a pleasant walk in the shade and vivid sceneries all around.
29.5 Miles
Carmike Cinemas Market Square 10 is a ten-theater movie multiplex that shows primarily new release movies in digital video and sound. The theater offers a variety of matinee and combo deals.