Good morning, Rockford.

More than 1,000 female riders gathered Saturday, June 13 at Hard Rock Casino Rockford for Get Your Groove On 2026, where Midwest Women Riders attempted a Guinness world record & hosted workshops, live entertainment, and vendor activities.

Rock Valley College’s Starlight Theatre celebrates its 60th season with a busy summer lineup.

The theatre closed its first weekend of Once on This Island tonight with nearly 30 cast members & will open Something Rotten with 9 to 5 next weekend, inviting locals to enjoy community productions.

The twelfth annual Drug Overdose Walk took place Saturday at the YMCA of Rock River Valley in Rockford, where hundreds honored loved ones lost to addiction with signs and flowers while resource booths offered Narcan and testing strips.

Another walk will be held in August in Beloit.

The Voice of Hind Rajab Movie Screening

3-5 p.m. — RPL Nordlof Center — $5 entry — Watch the Oscar-nominated film that explores humanity and mental health themes.

Guest Bartender Night

RPS205 administration, staff and Teacher Academy members will be behind the bar from 4-7 p.m. June 25 at Ernie’s Midtown Pub, 1025 Fifth Ave., Rockford. Fill the tip jar, get some great food and drinks and chat with your friends! A percentage will come back to Golden Apple to support local teachers. Your server may even turn out to be Dr. Jarrett! It’s a FUNdraiser — join us!

Rockford Fourth of July Fireworks

5-9:30 p.m. — Davis Park at Founders Landing — Free entry — Enjoy a spectacular 30-minute fireworks display synchronized to music over the Rock River.

An Evening with The Brass Queens

7:30-9:30 p.m. — The Music Box — Ticket pricing not specified — Enjoy an energetic performance by the female-led brass band making waves since 2019.

I Love The 90's Tour

7 p.m. — Hard Rock Live — Ticket prices vary — Dance the night away to hits from Milli Vanilli, C&C Music Factory, DJ Jazzy Jeff, and Young MC.

I Love The 90's Tour

7-10 p.m. — Hard Rock Casino Rockford — Ticket prices vary — Relive the essence of the 90's with an exciting music tour that brings back nostalgic memories.