# Speaker Events | List Of All Upcoming Speaker Events In Rockford - **Subtitle**: Explore all upcoming speaker events in Rockford, find information & tickets for upcoming speaker events happening in Rockford. - **Category**: ## About Explore all upcoming speaker events in Rockford, find information & tickets for upcoming speaker events happening in Rockford. ## Events in Rockford - **Event Name**: Cocktail Class at Crave Kitchen & Cocktails - **Description**: Shake, stir, and sip your way through a fun cocktail class at Crave Kitchen & Cocktails!About this EventCocktail Class at Crave Kitchen & CocktailsJoin us for an intimate, hands-on cockta - **Date**: Sat Apr 25 2026 at 03:00 pm – Sat Apr 25 2026 at 04:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/rockford/cocktail-class-at-crave-kitchen-and-cocktails/100001986776012536 - **Venue**: Crave Kitchen & Cocktails - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy9jNmRjODBjYmYyZjQyYTE3YmM4ODQ3ZDVmZGQwYjg5MTQxZGFjOTZiM2U1NTY1ZGYwMjNhNGUyNjY5OGIyYzY5LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYzOC1kYzE3MTcxMC1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3NzU1NjgzMzQ.avif - **Price**: USD 99 - **Categories**: workshops, business, exhibitions - **Event Name**: Equity in Board Representation Graduation & Networking Celebration! - **Description**: Celebrating and connecting organizations with program graduates from underrepresented communities ready to serve on nonprofit boards.About this EventEquity in Board Representation: Celebration and Networki - **Date**: Thu Apr 16 2026 at 05:00 pm – Thu Apr 16 2026 at 07:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/rockford/equity-in-board-representation-graduation-and-networking-celebration/100001983970936478 - **Venue**: The Northern Illinois Center for Nonprofit Excellence (NICNE) - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy85MjYzNmVkODNmY2RhMGZlNGY4ZjY4NWVjZjU1N2E4ZGU3M2RmNTIxNzdiZjZmM2YzOGIwYmU0MzY1NjFjNWM5LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYwMC1kYzQ4NWNiZi1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3NzMwOTU1Mjg.avif - **Price**: Free - **Categories**: Workshops - **Event Name**: Rockford Network of Professional Women Professional Development Day - **Description**: Connect with like-minded women and discover new opportunities for personal and professional growth through RNPW. This inspiring event supports a meaningful cause—proceeds go toward scholarships for local students in Rockford. We’re honored to feature ke - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 67 - **Date**: Thu Apr 16 2026 at 08:00 am – Thu Apr 16 2026 at 12:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/rockford/rockford-network-of-professional-women-professional-development-day/200029693293801 - **Venue**: Prairie Street Brewhouse - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy9lMjQxYjAyNjBiZWZiMTFjMDgxZjMyNmNlNmVjYjJhODJmNzFjYTY0ODM1OTUwMjMyNzliNDA5OTY0MmQ4OWI5LXJpbWctdzEwODAtaDEwODAtZGNmZmZhZmUtZ21pcj92PTE3NzQ5NTg5NDQ.avif - **Categories**: nonprofit - **Event Name**: "We The People" - Civil Rights Conference with Mark Charles - **Description**: Zion Lutheran Church is leading our first ever Civil Rights Conference called “We The People” Conference with Mark Charles and the Common Memory Tour. This conference will be held on April 18, 2026 at Patriots Gateway Center, located at 615 S. Fifth Str - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 20 - **Date**: Sat Apr 18 2026 at 09:00 am – Sat Apr 18 2026 at 03:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/rockford/we-the-people-civil-rights-conference-with-mark-charles/200029717625455 - **Venue**: 925 Fifth Avenue, Rockford, IL, United States, Illinois 61104 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy80NDc1NmVmNDIwMDhjMWNmNzgwODJmNjkzODNiYjY3ZTA2MWNiNGM0NTU0MWVhNmFjYzhmNTU2YTExNTFiMTU2LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kY2ZmZmZmZi1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3NDk1Njc3MA.avif - **Categories**: business, conferences, workshops, health-wellness, art, literary-art, nonprofit - **Event Name**: Marketing and Communications: Certificate in Nonprofit Management Series - **Description**: Marketing and Communications with Martesha Brown. September 3, 10, 17, 24. Certificate in Nonprofit Management Series.About this EventCertificate in Nonprofit Management Program - **Date**: Thu Sep 03 2026 at 12:30 pm – Thu Sep 03 2026 at 03:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/rockford/marketing-and-communications-certificate-in-nonprofit-management-series/100001982188296554 - **Venue**: Northern Illinois Center for Nonprofit Excellence at NIU Rockford - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czIvYmFubmVycy8wZjVkZjdiZWZhYTUxMzcxNTY3ZDJjZWVhYmY5ODQ4MDY1ZDg2NTIxOTI1NTBkOTI4MjdmYjJmMDNjNjc2OWExLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYwMC1kY2ZlZmVmZS1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3NzAxMzIxMzI.avif - **Price**: USD 242 to 269 - **Categories**: workshops, charities, raves - **Event Name**: April Meeting. Using AI to estimate repairs costs and property values - **Description**: AI (Artificial Intelligence) is taking over and it is going to make all jobs easier. The real question is how?About this EventWe have all heard about how AI (Artificial Intelligence) is taking over and it is going to make - **Date**: Mon Apr 13 2026 at 06:30 pm – Mon Apr 13 2026 at 08:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/rockford/april-meeting-using-ai-to-estimate-repairs-costs-and-property-values/100001986529573430 - **Venue**: Sam's Ristorante & Pizzeria - **Banner**: https://dyn-image.allevents.in/generate-image?v=4&title=April+Meeting.+Using+AI+to+estimate+repairs+costs+and+property+values&date=Mon+Apr+13+2026+at+06%3A30+pm&bg=1 - **Price**: Free - **Categories**: meetups, artificial-intelligence - **Event Name**: Women's Freedom Conference 2026 - **Description**: Get ready for a powerful and life-changing experience at Women’s Conference 2026! This year, we are honored to feature Some Wonder women.About this EventWelcome to the Women's Freedom Conference 2026!Get read - **Date**: Fri Jul 17 2026 at 06:00 pm – Fri Jul 17 2026 at 09:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/rockford/womens-freedom-conference-2026/100001984347838803 - **Venue**: Hilton Garden Inn Rockford - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy9jZGFmYmZjODE1NWJiZDIwMTU5ODdmMTkwMjU1MWM5YWRmMjE3YTNhOTcwOTkyNmVjODI3NDBiMDUxYzRhNGE5LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kYzIwNWU4ZC1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3NzI4MDA5MzQ.avif - **Price**: USD 29 to 55 - **Event Name**: Katie's Cup Conversation: "Affordable Housing?" with Ron Clewer - **Description**: Join us for our monthly Katie's Cup Conversation over lunch! Ron Clewer is the speaker and he will talk about affordable Housing in our community. Ron recently became the Managing Director and CEO of Zion Development, a partnership with PlatFORM group i - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 88 - **Date**: Tue Apr 14 2026 at 12:00 pm – Tue Apr 14 2026 at 01:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/rockford/katies-cup-conversation-affordable-housing-with-ron-clewer/200029553637535 - **Venue**: Katie's Cup - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czIvYmFubmVycy8yY2IzYTI0MjcwOGU5M2JiYTEyMTlmMmU1YzczMDViMjc1YjQ3NjY1ZjYzNWQzOTE3MmFjYjBlNjNmNGI2ZTNjLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kY2MwYmRiYi1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3NTQyMzMxOQ.avif - **Event Name**: 2026 Trauma Fim Series - Healing Neen - **Description**: Join the Trauma Informed Community, in collaboration with the Rockford Public Library, for the fifth screening in our 2026 Trauma Film Series. Healing Neen (2010) explores the amazing recovery of Tonier ‘Neen’ Cain from a lifetime of abuse and drug addic - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 7 - **Date**: Tue May 12 2026 at 06:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/rockford/2026-trauma-fim-series-healing-neen/200029675599831 - **Venue**: The RPL Nordlof Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy9iMTdmZGNjZTkyYTdhNDZjNTlhYmRjYzk1N2M5ODNkNGJjZDhiZjI2YTM2YzU2Mjg2NzM3NzU5MWEyOWE0ODYwLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyOC1kY2VmZWFkNS1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3NTI3NzYwMA.avif - **Categories**: entertainment - **Event Name**: Dinner Meeting & Speaker - **Description**: Speakers: Aimee Hart and Devan Castellano, New Trier High School (Winnetka, IL) Title: Geometry and Construction: You don't have to build a house! Abstract: Although there are some very cool classes called Geometry in Construction that build a house - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 5 - **Date**: Wed Apr 22 2026 at 05:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/rockford/dinner-meeting-and-speaker/200029558083837 - **Venue**: Rockford University - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy9iNGE4MTkzMDk3N2Y4NzRlY2U2ZmZhN2IzNDFiNDE5ZmFjZTRjNDcyZDQyOWNiOGVmNmIyOTUzY2YwOTY1ZDc3LXJpbWctdzg3MC1oMzI5LWRjZmVmZWZlLWdtaXI_dj0xNzc1ODU0MTYy.avif - **Categories**: meetups, workshops ## Trending Events in Rockford - **Event Name**: Rockford's 57th Annual Start of Summer Celebration - **Description**: Sun’s out, fun’s out! It is time to kick off the best season of the year in the heart of West Michigan. Get ready for the 57th Annual Start of Summer Celebration in beautiful downtown Rockford! From June 4–7, 2026, our charming riverside town transforms - **Venue**: Rockford Michigan Chamber of Commerce - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/91db289cef6c1d836f85d3213ed27f5ca727795f3b3df7965f8c58736332e0e5-rimg-w1200-h675-dcffffff-gmir?v=1775827329 - **Event Name**: Sting - **Description**: 🌟 Be part of history at Sting, an extraordinary gathering that will captivate your imagination! 🏛️ The prestigious Hard Rock Live - Rockford in Rockford, IL sets the stage for an unforget - **Venue**: Hard Rock Live - Rockford - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/a534cc20-3507-11f1-bec8-11eae79b2d36-rimg-w1200-h1200-dc060905-gmir.jpg?v=1775844238 - **Event Name**: Sting at Hard Rock Live - Rockford - **Description**: 🌟 Step into a world of wonder at Sting at Hard Rock Live - Rockford, where extraordinary moments await! 🏛️ Located at Hard Rock Live - Rockford in dynamic Rockford, IL, this event will b - **Venue**: Hard Rock Live - Rockford - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/de05ba40-282e-11f1-b311-a314a771e96d-rimg-w1200-h1200-dc190e0e-gmir.jpg?v=1774431718 - **Event Name**: The Temptations and The Four Tops - **Description**: 🎉 Prepare to be amazed at The Temptations and The Four Tops, the most anticipated gathering of the season! 🌟 Set against the stunning backdrop of Hard Rock Live - Rockford in vibrant Rockford, IL - **Venue**: Hard Rock Live - Rockford - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/2984dcc0-150c-11f1-93e7-0b68a45cc1e3-rimg-w1200-h390-dc754a1a-gmir.jpg?v=1772327740 - **Event Name**: David Spade at Coronado Performing Arts Center - **Description**: 🌟 Be part of history at David Spade at Coronado Performing Arts Center, an extraordinary gathering that will captivate your imagination! 🏛️ The prestigious Coronado Performing Arts Center in Rockford, - **Venue**: Coronado Performing Arts Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/f69b0570-31f1-11f1-9977-69abb8414888-rimg-w1200-h550-dc020101-gmir.jpg?v=1775505072 - **Event Name**: Amy Grant at Coronado Performing Arts Center - **Description**: 🎉 Prepare to be amazed at Amy Grant at Coronado Performing Arts Center, the most anticipated gathering of the season! 🌟 Set against the stunning backdrop of Coronado Performing Arts Center in vibrant Rockford - **Venue**: Coronado Performing Arts Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/022bf650-1b82-11f1-8d71-3969b732b709-rimg-w1080-h1080-dcd51e1f-gmir.png?v=1773038100 - **Event Name**: Kenny Wayne Shepherd at Hard Rock Live - Rockford - **Description**: 🌟 Step into a world of wonder at Kenny Wayne Shepherd at Hard Rock Live - Rockford, where extraordinary moments await! 🏛️ Located at Hard Rock Live - Rockford in dynamic Rockford, IL, th - **Venue**: Hard Rock Live - Rockford - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/a2f39a30-0c40-11f1-a8d8-235e94c18025-rimg-w1200-h457-dc272324-gmir.jpg?v=1771360718 - **Event Name**: Riverdance 30 - The New Generation at Coronado Performing Arts Center - **Description**: ✨ Discover the extraordinary at Riverdance 30 - The New Generation at Coronado Performing Arts Center, where magic meets reality in ways you've never imagined! 🏛️ Set in Coronado Performing Arts Center nestled in bustlin - **Venue**: Coronado Performing Arts Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/af016b40-cfc8-11f0-9ef1-edd14f9595b8-rimg-w1200-h675-dceabfc1-gmir.jpg?v=1764712128 - **Event Name**: ROCKFORD PRIDE ALLEY PARTY 2026 - **Description**: Get ready for an exciting outdoor celebration in the heart of downtown Rockford as we honor Pride Month with a party for everyone! This year's event will feature even more retail, art, and non-profit vendors, a great lineup of food trucks, and plenty of - **Venue**: 513 E state, Rockford, IL, United States, Illinois 61104 - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/ccbfe315b673b75af6e45985ba7d5ea9256e2b1e70ea8f714c60cd2b2b867263-rimg-w1200-h800-dc4b75ad-gmir?v=1775675918 ## FAQs - **Q**: What are the top events in Rockford? - **A:** Cocktail Class at Crave Kitchen & Cocktails (Sat Apr 25 2026 at 03:00 pm at Crave Kitchen & Cocktails), Equity in Board Representation Graduation & Networking Celebration! (Thu Apr 16 2026 at 05:00 pm at The Northern Illinois Center for Nonprofit Excellence (NICNE)), Rockford Network of Professional Women Professional Development Day (Thu Apr 16 2026 at 08:00 am at Prairie Street Brewhouse), "We The People" - Civil Rights Conference with Mark Charles (Sat Apr 18 2026 at 09:00 am at 925 Fifth Avenue, Rockford, IL, United States, Illinois 61104), Marketing and Communications: Certificate in Nonprofit Management Series (Thu Sep 03 2026 at 12:30 pm at Northern Illinois Center for Nonprofit Excellence at NIU Rockford). - **Q**: What are the top free events in Rockford? - **A:** Equity in Board Representation Graduation & Networking Celebration! (Thu Apr 16 2026 at 05:00 pm at The Northern Illinois Center for Nonprofit Excellence (NICNE)), April Meeting. Using AI to estimate repairs costs and property values (Mon Apr 13 2026 at 06:30 pm at Sam's Ristorante & Pizzeria). - **Q**: What events are happening in Rockford in April 2026? - **A:** Cocktail Class at Crave Kitchen & Cocktails (Sat Apr 25 2026 at 03:00 pm at Crave Kitchen & Cocktails), Equity in Board Representation Graduation & Networking Celebration! (Thu Apr 16 2026 at 05:00 pm at The Northern Illinois Center for Nonprofit Excellence (NICNE)), Rockford Network of Professional Women Professional Development Day (Thu Apr 16 2026 at 08:00 am at Prairie Street Brewhouse), "We The People" - Civil Rights Conference with Mark Charles (Sat Apr 18 2026 at 09:00 am at 925 Fifth Avenue, Rockford, IL, United States, Illinois 61104), April Meeting. Using AI to estimate repairs costs and property values (Mon Apr 13 2026 at 06:30 pm at Sam's Ristorante & Pizzeria). - **Q**: How can I find events in Rockford? - **A:** You can discover upcoming events in Rockford on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests. - **Q**: How do I buy tickets for events in Rockford? - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets. - **Q**: What are the popular venues for events in Rockford? - **A:** Some popular venues hosting events in Rockford include Crave Kitchen & Cocktails, The Northern Illinois Center for Nonprofit Excellence (NICNE), Prairie Street Brewhouse. - **Q**: What is the price range for events in Rockford? - **A:** Prices for events in Rockford range from USD 29 to USD 269. Many events also offer free entry. - **Q**: Who are the top organizers for events in Rockford? - **A:** Popular organizers hosting events in Rockford include Crave Kitchen & Cocktails, Northern Illinois Center for Nonprofit Excellence (NICNE), Rockford Network of Professional Women. - **Q**: Are there any online events available? - **A:** Yes, many events are available online. 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