For the first time ever, the event is open to everyone, not just Rockford residents. Show ROCKFORD, Mich. — The City of Rockford is gearing up for its annual four-day family-friendly summer festival next week. The 53rd "Start of Summer Celebration" is scheduled for Thursday, June 9 through Saturday, June, 11, bringing a carnival midway, other kids' activities, a beer tent with live music, and a parade. For the first time ever, the event is open to everyone, not just Rockford residents. Here's a list of events each day:
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City of Rockford Rockford Start of Summer Celebration 2022
Posted at 8:44 PM, Jun 02, 2022 and last updated 2022-06-02 20:44:02-04 ROCKFORD, Mich. — The Rockford Chamber of Commerce has announced the return of the Start of Summer Celebration. The event will be held from June 9-12 in downtown Rockford. Starting on Thursday at 5 p.m., guests can enjoy the family rides from North American MidWay Carnival in the parking lot south of the Rockford Dam. Besides the rides, there will also be games at the site. Wrist bands will be available for purchase for $25 per day for a full day of rides. On Friday, the Rockford Brewing Company and Rockford Lions Club will open their beer tents. There will also be a free outdoor movie on the Wolverine Worldwide green. The Start of Summer Parade will be held on Saturday at 11 a.m. After the parade, a firetruck pull will be held on Bridge Street. Main Street will host children’s activities including a rock-climbing wall, make-and-take crafts, face painting, and laser tag. The Rockford Rotary Big Daddy Duck Race will be held at 5 p.m. The duck race will run from the dam to Richardson-Sowerby Park. On Sunday, there will be a service by the Bridgeway Community Church in the Garden Club Park. The Kids for Kids Run will be held at 1 p.m. There will also be a Family Talent Show at the Rotary Pavilion at 1:30 p.m. The State of Summer Celebration will begin on Thursday June 9. Follow FOX 17: Facebook - Twitter - Instagram - YouTube Copyright 2022 Scripps Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Sign up for the Breaking News Newsletter and receive up to date information.What time does Rockford parade start?The main parade begins at 5: p.m. The parade will start on 7th Street and wind its way through Downtown, ending at Church Street. Copyright 2022 Nexstar Media Inc.
What is Rockford Michigan known for?Just 15 minutes north of downtown Grand Rapids, Rockford is a vibrant city filled with small-town charm and ambiance. A quaintly nostalgic downtown, situated on the banks of the scenic Rogue River, bustles with activity. Nearby lakes, trails, parks and golf courses provide abundant recreation opportunities.
When was Rockford Michigan established?FUN FACT: Smith Lapham founded Rockford, Michigan in 1844. Originally known as Laphamville. He purchased 80 acres of land and proceeded to locate and build a saw-mill.
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