Free Ice Skating | Stroll On State

Schedule

Sat, 29 Nov, 2025 at 03:00 pm

UTC-06:00

Location

300 Elm St, Rockford, IL, United States, Illinois 61101 | Rockford, IL

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The BMO Center is proud to be part of Stroll on State, Rockford’s beloved tradition that brings the holiday spirit to downtown Rockford with festive lights, live entertainment, and community fun.
Event Schedule:
Doors open at 3:00 PM, followed by a free Synchro Skating Exhibition from 3:30–4:00 PM.
Free ice skating begins at 4:00 PM and continues through 8:45 PM (check-in closes at 7:45 PM).
At 6:00 PM, head outside for the Annual Tree Lighting and Drone Show, or stay cozy inside and catch the view from our 2nd floor Concourse Level near Jack Daniel’s Bar.
Admission: Free entry for all guests.
Concessions: Enjoy snacks and beverages available for purchase throughout the event inside the BMO Center on the Concourse Level.
Skate Rental: Bring your own skates or borrow a pair for free from the Rockford Park District. A waiver is required for all skaters, and participants ages 17 and under must have a guardian onsite. Special thanks to the Rockford Park District for providing free skate rentals.
Ice Skating is presented by the BMO Center in partnership with the Rockford Park District. ⛸️❄️
For full Stroll on State festivities throughout downtown Rockford, visit gorockford.com/stroll-on-state.

Planning to ice skate at the BMO Center during Stroll on State? Save time and fill out the online waiver form below ahead of your visit. Waivers will also be available on the day of the event. A signed waiver is required to participate in skating.
Online Waiver Form: https://forms.gle/dqhywcwfV68e1vTU8
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