Kara & Kyle
Things To Do
Pig Minds Brewing Co.
Local brew pub that specializes in handcrafted ales as well as being the first vegan brewery in America!
Prairie Street Brewing Co.
Housed in the oldest brewery in Illinois, this fun food & drink spot sits right on the Rock River! This was also one of the first places Kara took Kyle when they visited Rockford together for the first time!
Edwards Apple Orchard
If fresh apple cider, bacon jam, corn salsa, and apple cider donuts are your thing, then you definitely want to stop here while you are in town! Kara grew up going to this orchard with her family every year and stopping by with Kyle during visits home always brings back great memories.
Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens
Right along the banks of the Rock River, the Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens give northern Illinois a taste of the tropics!
Rock Cut State Park
If you're looking to spend some time outside while in Rockford, Rock Cut State Park is a great place to check out! Full of biking and hiking trails, boating, fishing, lake & river access, and some rental canoes there is something for everyone!
Rockford City Market
In town on Friday night? Rockford City Market brings the best of the area to one location for you and is a perfect way to support small businesses!