- TripBuzz found 27 things to do with kids in or near Freeport, Illinois, including 13 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Monroe, Rockford and Oregon.
- From Little Cubs Field to Sk8 Park in Reed Park, the Freeport area offers 48 different types of family activities, including: Bowling, Parks, Walking Trails and Amusement Parks (All Ages).
- Freeport, IL is nicknamed the 'Pretzel City' due to the opening of one of the first pretzel factories in 1869. Portrayed by a unique monument in the downtown area, Freeport was the location of the second debates between Abraham Lincoln and Stephen Douglas. The debate was ultimately what split the Democrats and allowed Lincoln to win the presidency.
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Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum & Gardens is a veritable time capsule of life in the Victorian era. Worth a visit to see one of the few remaining Swiss-style homes left in the United States and a leisurely stroll through the gardens.
26.7 Miles
Rocky Glen Ohv Park is a large park open to ATVs, UTVs, and motorcycles only. The park features 120 acres of trails and woodland, with two trails reserved for beginners.
26.9 Miles
Home to the Rockford IceHogs, BMO Harris Bank Center provides an ice arena to watch competitive hockey games. The arenas also hosts events from circuses, live music, auto sports activities, and comedians.
27.0 Miles
Coronado Theatre is a state of the art venue for the performing arts that originally opened in 1927. A variety of notable performers have taken the stage there including Louis Armstrong, Frank Sinatra, the Marx Brothers, and Bob Hope.
27.1 Miles
Performances from legends like Frank Sinatra and George Gershwin and a complete renovation to its former glory make Coronado Performing Arts Center worth a visit.
27.2 Miles
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737 North Main Street, Rockford, IL 61103
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Burpee Museum of Natural History exhibits over 70,000 specimens from the Paleontology, Anthropology, Geology and Biology domains. The children's favorite attractions are, of course, the dinosaurs, with Jane the T-Rex and Homer the Triceratops in the lead.
27.2 Miles
The Discovery Center Museum combines playing and learning, with the aid of its more than 250 hands-on exhibits. Special events can be programmed in here, all around the year.
27.4 Miles
Fully restored in 1997, Beckman Mill is an operational grist mill that dates to 1868. Located in Beckhman Mill Park, visitors can also explore the nearby mill pond, fish ladder, garden, and visitor center.
28.2 Miles
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125 votes
1354 North 2nd Street, Rockford, IL 61107
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Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens is a botanical garden featuring over 11,000 sq ft. of plant exhibition. Water fountains and falls, a pedestrian bridge, patios, walkways and seating areas set the stage for beautiful tropical plants and featured events.
28.2 Miles
Featuring designated public skating hours, Carlson Artic Ice Arena offers visitors a 185 foot long ice arena that hosts both youth and adult hockey programs. The arena also hosts freestyle figure skating sessions.