Ideas For A Rockford Labor Day Weekend Staycation

If you don't have enough money to take a big trip during Labor Day Holiday Weekend, then how about a Rockford staycation.

Every year, I say I'm going to take a trip for Labor Day. Unfortunately, after a long fun summer along with back to school expenses, the funds aren't there to do it.

Instead of sitting around doing nothing, I thought it might be nice to do a "staycation."

If you're not familiar with the term, according to merriam-webster.com,

"Definition of staycation, a vacation spent at home or nearby."

There are plenty of things to do in the Rockford area to have an enjoyable time.

Here are some Rockford staycation ideas.

Off The Waterfront Block Party - A festival downtown with live music, food, and adult beverages.
Summerfield Zoo - In Belvidere, they just opened a new river otter exhibit.
Stay in a hotel for a night - Pretend you're somewhere exotic. Hang out at the pool. Order room service.
Go Camping - Spend time in the outdoors. You can hike, fish, cook out, and more.
Labor Day Parade - Who doesn't love free candy.
Bruce Munro: Light - At Nicholas Conservatory. An amazing night exhibit to add to an already beautiful place.
Beloit Farmer's Market - They've done a great job fixing up downtown Beloit and this event is part of the reason.
Galena - Go antiquing and check out some specialty shops.
Throttlefest - Festival at Harley Davidson Museum in Milwaukee
Last Fling Naperville - Labor Day tradition with great live music.