This weekend in Winnebago County, IL

This neighborhood market in Rockford’s North End centers on farmers and local artisans, featuring seasonal produce, baked goods, and handmade goods, along with other locally made products. The atmosphere is welcoming and dog friendly, and SNAP/Link benefits are accepted to help make fresh, local food accessible to everyone.

At Rock Valley College, the World’s Largest Polio Walk highlights Rotary’s ongoing work to end polio around the globe. Participants learn along the route why polio remains a concern and how they can help. There is no fee to register to walk. To RSVP, email RockfordAreaPolioWalk@gmail.com. After RSVPing, a link to a merchandise store will be provided for those who want to further support the effort.

RAD’s annual Halloween Free Print Day returns with a fresh design that blends spooky charm with cheeky, theatrical energy, nodding to a legendary midnight movie tradition. Bring a blank shirt to get the artwork printed at no cost, or choose from a limited selection of blanks available to buy starting at $10. A new drop off service is available during regular store hours for those who want to skip the line, priced at $10 per garment with no limit on quantity. For best results, bring items that contain cotton, such as shirts, hoodies, dresses, or pillowcases. Printing is done on site while you wait and typically takes only a few minutes. There is a limit of two blank garments per person for the free printing offer. The design uses black ink, so it will show up best on lighter fabrics, though darker items can still be printed. RAD Coffee Club will be open with coffee drinks available while you wait. Share photos of finished pieces by tagging @RockfordArtDeli.

Costumed dogs take the spotlight at a Halloween themed contest at Anderson Kia on Perryville. A photo booth will be available for snapshots, and participants can enter the Best Costume competition. The winner receives a year of BOMBoxes from @BarkonMulford, and four runners up will also receive BOMBoxes. Enjoy treats, photo opportunities, and prizes. Optional Kia test drives will be offered.

Riftbound Constructed takes the spotlight with a $10 entry fee. Bring a 40 card deck that follows core rules, with no more than three copies of any single card, one Legend, three Battlefields, and twelve Runes. Matches are played as best two out of three, and you may use a sideboard of up to eight cards between games as long as it follows the same construction limits. Prize support grows with attendance, with two packs from the current set added to the pool for every registered player. Each participant receives one booster and a Nexus Night pack while supplies last, and the remaining packs go to the top finishers.

Capture the season with quick fall mini sessions at Rock Cut State Park in the Pierce Lake area. Each appointment lasts 20 minutes. The cost is $75 and includes 15 to 20 edited images. Sessions are available on two dates, and booking is available.

Attendees will prepare and taste spooky treats in the Teen Zone, inspired by the creepy crawlies of Halloween. This hands-on activity centers on Halloween-themed snacks.

Stateline performer Denny “Diamond” Svehla returns to Concerts On The Creek with his tongue-in-cheek “Okayest” gala, a variety show that brings together highlights from across his performances into one showcase. Admission is free, and audience donations support the musicians and help cover the church’s hosting costs. A non-refundable $5 early donation, issued as a ticket, guarantees open seating upon arrival but does not reserve a specific spot, and the full amount supports the concert. The organizers’ nonprofit ticketing service does not charge them a transaction fee, with an option to add a contribution to that service at checkout. Special arrangements are available for those unable to purchase online. Free off-street parking is available for up to 95 vehicles. The listening area is on a single level with easy access, and the room offers clear, lively acoustics. Support for this event comes from Downtown Discount Drugs, City Center Market, and O’Briens & Dobbins Pharmacy.

Kids Spot transforms into a festive Halloween playground with activities for kids and families. A child’s ticket includes open gym time for ages 0 to 17, face painting, a themed photo booth, a spooky scavenger hunt, a Halloween movie, and creative crafts. Costumes are encouraged, and there is also a free trunk or treat outside that does not require a ticket. Tickets are $17 per child when purchased in advance or $20 at the door. Families save 15 percent on each additional child from the same family, which comes to $14.45 in advance or $17.00 at the door. Children under 2 and parents receive free admission. Each purchased ticket also counts as one entry in a drawing for a $50 Kids Spot gift card.

This relaxed automotive gathering welcomes every make and model, as well as any type of vehicle. Attendance is free for both participants and spectators, and on-site registration is complimentary. To keep the event safe and enjoyable, attendees are asked to avoid burnouts and excessive revving and to leave the area clean. Vendors are not part of this event, and there is no registration fee. Additional details are to be determined.

Atwood staff present Halloween festivities that highlight nocturnal wildlife and how senses can adjust in the dark. Participants will stroll a lit path with a variety of stations offering educational and sensory activities, and there will be candy along the way, so bring a bag for treats and come in costume. Meet at the Atwood Center to begin. The fee is $5 per child for ages 18 and under, and ages 16 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

This meetup offers a welcoming space for LGBTQIA+ teens ages 13 to 19 to connect with others, be themselves, and make new friends. It features a relaxed hangout atmosphere with food and refreshments provided. Participants can bring a friend and celebrate being themselves.

Celebrate the unforgettable scores behind some of Hollywood’s favorite films. This program spotlights the music of John Williams, moving from pulse-quickening adventure and sweeping romance to scenes filled with awe and curiosity that have helped define the moviegoing experience for decades. Revisit the themes you know by heart in a family friendly evening that brings cinematic excitement to life.

At Mary's Place, a pre-Halloween party spotlights Rockford's own Born in '86 delivering a driving Pop Goes Punk set filled with big sing-alongs and nostalgic anthems for fans of Nirvana, Blink-182, Foo Fighters, The Killers, Weezer, The Smashing Pumpkins, and No Doubt. Afterward, Jon Bon Stamos keeps the energy high with more favorites from the same era. Costumes are encouraged, cold drinks are available, and admission is $10.

The event returns to Rascal's in the fall.

This weekly Pokémon League centers on Standard format play. Regular sessions have a $9 entry. On the last Sunday of each month, the League Challenge offers a more competitive experience, a $15 entry, and expanded prizing. Prize packs are given to all participants when available, and prizes include booster packs from the latest Standard set.

Spooky Skulpt brings a Halloween-themed party to Alma Social Club in Rockford, blending upbeat vibes with playful style and a touch of Skulpt flair. Attendees can lean into spooky-cute outfits and enjoy a lively, social atmosphere perfect for a fun day out with friends.

Newfoundland enthusiasts from the Midwest and beyond gather at Midway Village in Rockford for a dog-friendly day filled with activity. Highlights include playful canine games, a FastCAT fun run, a Fit Walk, friendly contests, and chances to win prizes. Browse vendor offerings and enjoy food while taking in informative sessions. All proceeds support Newfoundland rescue.