America 250

Name: America 250
Start: 2026-05-09
Location: Coronado Theatre, 314 N Main St

May

Date

9 May (Saturday)

Time

Sat, 7:30 – 10:30 PM

Venue

Coronado Theatre, 314 N Main St

Rockford, IL, United States

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📝 Useful Information

Rockford and Winnebago County have launched a months-long celebration for America’s 250th anniversary (Semiquincentennial) in 2026. The local commemoration, guided by the Rockford Region 250 Committee, features a slate of "anchor events" ranging from historical reenactments to community service projects.

These events are part of the coordinated regional celebration:

For the most recent updates or to submit your own local event to the official calendar, visit the Rockford Region 250 website.

Would you like more information on volunteer opportunities or details on how to purchase tickets for the "1776" performances?

Official Rockford 250 Anchor Events

Other Notable Local Activities

•Rockford Region 250 Committee

•Community-Wide Cleanup Day: Neighbors are invited to volunteer for a beautification project across the city.

•Date: April 22, 2026

•Youth Concert Student Matinee: Hosted by the Rockford Symphony Orchestra, this event celebrates the American spirit through orchestral music.

•Rockford Symphony Orchestra

•Date: May 8, 2026

•Dinner with the Founders: An immersive evening at Veterans Memorial Hall that transports guests back to 1776 with storytelling and themed dinner.

•Veterans Memorial Hall

•Date: June 27, 2026

•"1776" Musical Performance: A concert version of the musical 1776 presented by Rock Valley College at the Starlight Theatre.

•Rock Valley College

•Starlight Theatre

•Date: July 2, 2026

•Independence Day Parade & Fireworks: The traditional downtown celebration will feature the largest fireworks display in Rockford’s history, valued at $75,000.

•Date: July 4, 2026

•Hometown Heroes at City Market: Rockford City Market will host a service-focused night including a donation drive and "blessing bag" packing for those in need.

•Rockford City Market

•Date: July 10, 2026

•America 250 Planting Day: A public event hosted by Friends of Veterans Memorial Circle.

•Veterans Memorial Circle

•Date & Time: May 9, 2026, from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM

•K-12 Youth Contests: Essay and art contests centered on the theme "What does it mean to you to be an American?" will be coordinated through local schools.

•Rockford Peaches Playdate: A living history baseball game featuring the Women of the Rockford Peaches at Midway Village Museum.

•Rockford Peaches

•Midway Village Museum

•Date: May 23, 2026

•Rockford Region 250 website

Updated at 23 Mar 2026