Glow in the Garden Festival at Rockford's Nicholas Conservatory

Before school is back in session, have one last hoorah at Nicholas Conservatory in Rockford, Illinois. Glow in the Garden returns this September!

I remember the one year I worked the craft table at Glow in the Garden. So many families, kids, and couples were decorating their paper lanterns to release in the pond. It was a fun night!

Glow in the Garden Festival Returns To Nicholas Conservatory in Rockford

On Friday, September 20th, 2024, from 6pm - 9pm, bring the entire family to Sinnissippi Park to enjoy a fun night down by the Rock River, Eclipse Lagoon, and grab some drinks at Veedubs while you're there.

Purchase a floating lantern with a faux candle, personalize it to release in the Eclipse Lagoon, and watch your masterpiece float away in style!

Here's the one I decorated the first time I went. It's not the best, but it floated! If you're looking for a cool date night this is definitely the place to take your boo. Fingers crossed it'll be a beautiful night.

There will be a 200 meter kids fun run at 7pm, plus a glowing 5K run/walk at 7:30pm along the Rock River. More information on those here.

So much is going down this summer in Rockford, including Friday Night Flix, Rockford City Market, Food Truck Tuesdays, and live music all over the city. Before school kicks back into full gear, let's have a night to remember!

Friday, September 20th, 2024 from 6pm - 9pm at Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens in Rockford. Be there or miss out on a great time!

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