BMO Center
Rockford, IL
300 Elm Street 61101
VENUE GUIDE
BMO Center
Plan more than your event at BMO Center. Jump to our Your Opening Act or Your Encore lower on this same venue page.
Tickets & Events
Upcoming games, concerts, shows & live events
Before & After
Venue Details
Indoor • Fixed Roof
STAY NEAR THE ACTION
Stay Near BMO Center
Make the event easier by staying close to BMO Center and the surrounding Rockford area. Compare nearby options for the night before, the night of, or after your event.
Embassy Suites by Hilton Rockford Riverfront
0.2 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.5 (1,266 reviews)
Riverview Inn & Suites, an Ascend Collection Hotel
3.3 mi from the venue • Google rating 3.8 (905 reviews)
Alpine Inn
3.4 mi from the venue • Google rating 3.8 (697 reviews)
Studio 6 Rockford, IL
3.8 mi from the venue • Google rating 3.9 (46 reviews)
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VENUE & SURROUNDING AREA
About BMO Center & the Area
BMO Center is an event venue in Rockford, IL. Use this venue guide to plan where to stay, what to do before and after the event, and how the venue connects with the surrounding event destination.
BEFORE THE EVENT
Your Opening Act
Ideas near BMO Center for late morning, lunch, the afternoon and the hours leading up to your event.
Restaurants
Cantina Taco
0.1 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of BMO Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (457 reviews)
TORTILLA EXPRESS
0.1 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of BMO Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (180 reviews)
The sandwich spot
0.1 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of BMO Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (34 reviews)
District Bar and Grill
0.1 mi from the venue
Grab a bite before heading to BMO Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.0 (1,246 reviews)
The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge
0.2 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a pre-event meal.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (213 reviews)
Culinary Underground
0.2 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of BMO Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.0 (83 reviews)
Eye-Openers & Cocktails
Big Timber Axe Throwing and Bar
0.1 mi from the venue
A nearby stop for drinks before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (192 reviews)
Minnihan's
0.1 mi from the venue
A convenient drinks stop near the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (92 reviews)
The Crow Bar & Gaming Lounge
0.1 mi from the venue
Start the event day with a nearby drinks stop.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (40 reviews)
Sheila's Daiquiri Lounge
0.1 mi from the venue
A convenient drinks stop near the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (105 reviews)
Coffee & Cafes
Starbucks Coffee Company
0.1 mi from the venue
Grab coffee before heading to the event.
Google Maps rating: 3.9 (101 reviews)
27 ALUNA
0.2 mi from the venue
A nearby coffee stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (763 reviews)
Rockford Roasting Company
0.2 mi from the venue
A nearby coffee stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (763 reviews)
Mo's Coffee and Cafe
0.2 mi from the venue
Grab coffee before heading to the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (87 reviews)
Amazin Glazin Pastry and Coffee House
0.3 mi from the venue
Coffee near BMO Center for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (24 reviews)
Crust & Crumbles
0.3 mi from the venue
Coffee near BMO Center for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (219 reviews)
Attractions
Davis Park at Founders Landing
0.1 mi from the venue
Explore this attraction before heading to BMO Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (230 reviews)
Rockford Park District
0.1 mi from the venue
A nearby option for the hours before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (100 reviews)
Ingersoll Centennial Park
0.4 mi from the venue
Add this nearby stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (90 reviews)
Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum and Gardens
0.5 mi from the venue
Explore this attraction before heading to BMO Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (283 reviews)
Erlander Home Museum
0.6 mi from the venue
A nearby option for the hours before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (14 reviews)
Fair Grounds Park
0.6 mi from the venue
Another way to make more of your event day.
Google Maps rating: 3.9 (128 reviews)
Shopping
Rancho Súpermarket
1.3 mi from the venue
Fit in some shopping before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (25 reviews)
Rockford Plaza Shopping Center
2.2 mi from the venue
A nearby shopping stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (820 reviews)
Rockton Avenue Shopping Center
2.4 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to BMO Center.
Google Maps rating: 3.9 (555 reviews)
Fairview Shopping Center Inc
2.8 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to BMO Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (821 reviews)
Highcrest centre
3.6 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to BMO Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (452 reviews)
Edgebrook Shops
3.7 mi from the venue
Shop nearby before heading to the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (1,035 reviews)
AFTER THE EVENT
Your Encore
Evening and post-event options near BMO Center. Hours can vary by day, so confirm current hours for your event date.
Restaurants
District Bar and Grill
0.1 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a post-event meal.
Today: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.0 (1,246 reviews)
The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge
0.2 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a post-event meal.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (213 reviews)
Culinary Underground
0.2 mi from the venue
Food near BMO Center for after the show or game.
Today: 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.0 (83 reviews)
Disco Chicken
0.3 mi from the venue
Keep the night going with a meal after the event.
Today: 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (564 reviews)
Bars & Nightlife
Big Timber Axe Throwing and Bar
0.1 mi from the venue
A nearby post-event stop for drinks.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (192 reviews)
Minnihan's
0.1 mi from the venue
Drinks near BMO Center after the show or game.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (92 reviews)
The Crow Bar & Gaming Lounge
0.1 mi from the venue
Drinks near BMO Center after the show or game.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (40 reviews)
Sheila's Daiquiri Lounge
0.1 mi from the venue
An option for a nightcap after the event.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (105 reviews)
Getting to BMO Center
Parking
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Rideshare
Uber, Lyft and local taxi service are common transportation options for visitors to BMO Center in Rockford, IL. Event-day pickup and drop-off restrictions may apply, so check your rideshare app for the current designated location and instructions.
Transit
Regional Transit • Rockford Mass Transit District serves Rockford, IL. Check the agency for current routes, schedules and event-day service near BMO Center.
Valet
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Parking & Event-Day Details
PARKING PRICES
Rates Can Change by Event
BMO Center can have event-specific garage, lot and street-parking restrictions. Prepaid parking, ADA access and garage closing times may vary. Check the venue's official event information before arrival.
TAILGATING
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Tailgating, grilling, alcohol and parking-lot gathering rules at BMO Center have not been venue-verified. Policies can differ by team and event. Check the venue's official event-day rules before arrival.
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