From toe-tapping tunes at the Bellson Music Fest to family-friendly fun at the Spooktacular Halloween Lighted Golf Cart & UTV Parade, there’s truly something for everyone to enjoy this season in Rock Falls.
June 7 – Bellson Music Fest. Join us for an all-day tribute honoring one of jazz’s greatest drummers, Louie Bellson. Drum clinic lead by Gregg Potter, and live performances by four incredible bands including the Yorkville Big Band, Avey Grouws Band, Josh Duffee and the Blackhawk Broadcasters, and Rare Element.
June 19 – Sick The Magazine Block Party – Downtown Rock Falls! Come check out over 300 drive and drag street cars from all over the United States. Watch these incredible machines light up the pavement with burnout fun and high-octane action that’s sure to thrill any car enthusiast. Live music with The Solution Band will wrap up this fun filled day!
July 3 – Eats ‘N’ Beats @ The District – Independence Day Celebration. Kick off the 4th of July weekend with an evening full of excitement! Enjoy live music, delicious eats from food vendors, and a spectacular fireworks display from the Sterling-Rock Falls Jaycees. Bring your family and friends for a fun-filled celebration of freedom and community!
July 12 – Eats ‘N’ Beats @ the District. We’re thrilled to welcome the Big Hair Mafia Band from the Quad Cities to our stage! They’ll be bringing all the high-energy 80’s hair metal hits you know and love. We will have plenty of food vendors too!
August 23 – Art in the Park Sculpture Walk and Outdoor Art Gallery. Join us for an inspiring day of creativity and community at the RB&W District! Explore 8 brand-new sculptures as part of our Sculpture Walk and immerse yourself in the Outdoor Art Gallery, showcasing diverse works from talented artists. Enjoy live music all day featuring local performers: Pat Jones, James Perron, and Jay Vonn. Food vendors will be available.
September 26 – Taco Throwdown Festival. Get ready for a fiesta of flavor and fun! We will have a taco eating contest, two live performances by ZOWA, best taco competition with our food vendors, and DJ Cabralio will wrap the night up with a dance party to your favorite tunes. Bring your appetite, your dance moves, and your love for tacos—this is a throwdown you won’t want to miss!
October 4 – Lumberjack Show at Selmi’s. Bring the whole family for an exciting day of live lumberjack demonstrations, featuring jaw-dropping skills like axe throwing, speed climbing, log rolling, and more! Watch Zoli’s Woodcarving in action with captivating live woodcarving demonstrations throughout the day. While you’re here, don’t forget to enjoy all the family-friendly attractions Selmi’s has to offer — there’s something for everyone!
October 18 – Spooktacular Halloween Lighted Golf Cart & UTV Parade. Get ready to show off your creativity and be a part of an electrifying experience. Decorate your Golf Cart or UVT and roll into the spotlight during our vibrant parade. No golf cart or UTV, no problem, come and enjoy the festive fun from the sidelines as the parade cruises down West 2nd Street in Rock Falls.
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