Local News

Oct 6, 2025

Get ready for the 6th annual “Rocktoberfest” in downtown Rockford


Get ready for the 6th annual “Rocktoberfest” in downtown Rockford, Ohio! Join us on October 25th for a full day of festivities! ! Starting at NOON at the heart of it all - Rockford\'s Main Street! Enjoy a vendor market and retail specials at participating businesses from NOON - 4 pm. Our own Shanes Crossing Historical Society Museum will be open during the event. Did someone say food ? --- this year features local favorites and a mini food truck rally --- so come hungry! Special Events Include: Car show, Hay Rides, Spin the Wheel, Kids Zone, Entertainment by DJ - Ben Sheppard spinning your Halloween Hits and a Fremont Catsup by the case sales! A Book Sale @ Rockford Carnegie Library along with take and make crafts for children and adults. There is something for everyone! New this year: 1st 50 cars receive a Rocktoberfest dash plate and all cars will be entered into CASH PRIZE drawings. For all attendees ---- ‘ATTENDENACE PRIZES’ – Gift baskets and gift cards.

Stop by the Catsup sales table near the car wash to sign up ! 1 Entry per person The Village of Rockford\'s Trick-or-Treat will take place from 5-6:30pm. Be sure to stop by the library for a free book! Don’t forget ---to stop by the Rockford Fire Dept at 7pm for costume judging and delicious fall treats. We have a ‘SPECIAL GUEST’ that will be making an appearance – can you guess who it might be? . . . stay tuned for more fall fun----- other community organizations will be having special events throughout the evening. Sponsored by: Rockford Ohio Chamber of Commerce and participating businesses. Visit the Rockford Chamber Facebook page for additional details. For inquiries call 419-363-3032 ext 1 or email chamber@rockfordalive. com.

 


Severe Weather Alert