Garden Party Gala

Name: Garden Party Gala
Start: 2026-06-05T18:00:00-05:00
End: 2026-06-05T22:00:00-05:00
Location: Rockford Public Library

Schedule

Fri Jun 05 2026 at 06:00 pm to 10:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Rockford Public Library | Rockford, IL

An education at Rockford University doesn’t just change one life—it creates a powerful domino effect, lifting families, strengthening communities, and shaping the next generation of leaders and changemakers. The Garden Party Gala celebrates this ripple of impact, honoring how a liberal arts education rooted in community transforms not only individual futures, but the future of Rockford itself.
6:00pm | Cocktail Hour
Live jazz, open bar, and great food on the private terrace of the downtown Rockford Public Library overlooking the City of Rockford.
7:30pm | Evening Program
President Dr. Patricia Lynott will lead a brief celebration of Rockford University’s roots in the community and our vision for the future.
Closing Out the Night
Stay to dance, drink, and party with your friends until 10:00 p.m. with live jazz and desserts.
Tickets are $175 each, limited availability.