Ribbon Cutting: Aberdeen Park
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Join us to celebrate the new Aberdeen playground & courts! The playground, built with the support of BUILD Illinois funds through the State of Illinois and championed by Senator Dave Syverson. The playground now caters to kids ages 2 to 12. Plus, enjoy ...
Alfalfa Fest
3:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Alfalfa Fest Returns August 23 to Celebrate Local Farming, Food, and Music in Caledonia, ILÂ Alfalfa Fest, the annual celebration of local agriculture, local food, and live music, returns to Farmers Rising on Saturday, August 23, from ...
Community Event: Lecture Series: Rockford Peaches
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Learn about Dottie Kamenshek, a Rockford Peach, from historian and storyteller, Lynn Rymarz. Lectures cost $5 for museum members and $10 for non-members.
Ribbon Cutting: Glenn Green Murals
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Join us to celebrate the new murals at the Glenn Green Open Space.
Breakfast Before Business- Learning About Leadership
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Explore the Belvidere Area Leadership Academy
Networking at Noon
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Join us for Networking at Noon, the Belvidere Area Chamber of Commerce’s monthly lunch event held on the first Friday of every month from 12:00 to 1:00 PM at Tavern on Clark.
Community Event: Lecture Series: Chicago's Interurban Railways
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Learn about the interurban railways that once roamed through Chicagoland. This lecture will be given by the Illinois Railway Museum. Lectures cost $5 for museum members and $10 for non-members.
Hispanic Heritage Luncheon
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Join us for a special luncheon dedicated to our vibrant Hispanic business community. This event draws  attendees from various business backgrounds - from small business owners to employees seeking valuable resources and information to support ...
Express Headshots
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Get professional headshots taken in just 15 minutes! For only $65, you'll receive 3 quality images, with the option to purchase more. We will be shooting at The Belvidere Baltic Mill.
Taste of Oktoberfest
2:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Sister Cities Association of Belvidere brings to you Taste of Oktoberfest! German Food will be provided by Coach's Corner, and beer will be brewed by 5 Bines Brewery.
Community Event: Lecture Series: Haunted Rockford
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Learn about ghastly crimes and ghostly encounters from Haunted Rockford founder, Kathi Kresol. Lectures cost $5 for museum members and $10 for non-members.
Downtown Business Trick or Treat
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Join us for a spooktacular evening of safe and fun trick-or-treating in the heart of Downtown Belvidere. This beloved event has grown year after year, bringing thousands of families to our community.
Community Event: Lecture Series: Camp Grant
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Learn about Northern Illinois' military training ground, Camp Grant from Midway Village Museum. Lectures cost $5 for museum members and $10 for non-members.
Women in Business Luncheon
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Join us to hear compelling stories from powerful local women.
Window Painting/Live Windows Registration - Hometown Christmas 2025
12:00 AM
Register your group to paint a window in downtown Belvidere for Hometown Christmas.
Hometown Christmas
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Join us for a magical evening of festivities at Hometown Christmas. This event has become a cherished tradition, bringing together our community in the heart of downtown Belvidere to celebrate the holiday season. We offer various sponsorship ...