Swanson Stadium
Rockford, IL
2801 Shaw Woods Drive 61114
VENUE GUIDE
Swanson Stadium
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Tickets & Events
Upcoming games, concerts, shows & live events
Before & After
Venue Details
STAY NEAR THE ACTION
Stay Near Swanson Stadium
Make the event easier by staying close to Swanson Stadium and the surrounding Rockford area. Compare nearby options for the night before, the night of, or after your event.
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2.3 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.1 (76 reviews)
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2.4 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.6 (427 reviews)
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Rockford - Loves Park, an IHG Hotel
2.5 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.3 (956 reviews)
Quality Inn & Suites Loves Park near Rockford
2.5 mi from the venue • Google rating 3.7 (452 reviews)
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VENUE & SURROUNDING AREA
About Swanson Stadium & the Area
Swanson Stadium 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 Swanson Stadium for late morning, lunch, the afternoon and the hours leading up to your event.
Restaurants
Salamone's North
0.5 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a pre-event meal.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (510 reviews)
Jerry's Cafe
0.6 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of Swanson Stadium.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (451 reviews)
Papa John's Pizza at Rock Valley College
0.8 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of Swanson Stadium.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (17 reviews)
Which Wich
1.3 mi from the venue
Grab a bite before heading to Swanson Stadium.
Google Maps rating: 4.0 (83 reviews)
Wendy's
1.3 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of Swanson Stadium.
Google Maps rating: 3.7 (1,290 reviews)
Alchemy at Aldeen
1.3 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of Swanson Stadium.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (529 reviews)
Eye-Openers & Cocktails
Top Dollar Slots Riverside
1.4 mi from the venue
Start the event day with a nearby drinks stop.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (10 reviews)
TIPSY'S TAVERN
1.6 mi from the venue
Grab a drink before heading to Swanson Stadium.
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (25 reviews)
Coffee & Cafes
Dunkin'
1.4 mi from the venue
Grab coffee before heading to the event.
Google Maps rating: 3.7 (313 reviews)
Mary's Market Cafe & Bakery
1.5 mi from the venue
Coffee near Swanson Stadium for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (798 reviews)
Starbucks Coffee Company
1.5 mi from the venue
Coffee and a quick break before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (528 reviews)
Meg's Daily Grind
1.8 mi from the venue
Coffee near Swanson Stadium for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (439 reviews)
Museums
Burpee Museum of Natural History
4.4 mi from the venue
Spend part of the day exploring before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (1,131 reviews)
Riverfront Museum Park
4.5 mi from the venue
A nearby daytime option before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (364 reviews)
Rockford Art Museum
4.5 mi from the venue
An easy cultural stop to add before Swanson Stadium.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (159 reviews)
Discovery Center Museum
4.5 mi from the venue
Spend part of the day exploring before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (2,229 reviews)
Attractions
Gambino Park
0.8 mi from the venue
A nearby option for the hours before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (64 reviews)
Frank Lloyd Wright's Laurent House
0.8 mi from the venue
Another way to make more of your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (199 reviews)
La Paloma Gardens
1.4 mi from the venue
Another way to make more of your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (16 reviews)
Midway Village Museum
1.8 mi from the venue
Explore this attraction before heading to Swanson Stadium.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (675 reviews)
Aldeen Park
2.0 mi from the venue
A nearby option for the hours before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (305 reviews)
Wantz Park
2.6 mi from the venue
A nearby option for the hours before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (148 reviews)
Shopping
Brynwood Square
0.5 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to Swanson Stadium.
Google Maps rating: 4.0 (189 reviews)
Riverside Pavilion Shopping Center
1.2 mi from the venue
Fit in some shopping before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (303 reviews)
Edgebrook Shops
1.4 mi from the venue
A nearby shopping stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (1,035 reviews)
Highcrest centre
1.5 mi from the venue
Shop nearby before heading to the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (452 reviews)
Mulford Village
2.1 mi from the venue
A nearby shopping stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (104 reviews)
Marketplace of Rockford
2.3 mi from the venue
A nearby shopping stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (584 reviews)
AFTER THE EVENT
Your Encore
Evening and post-event options near Swanson Stadium. Hours can vary by day, so confirm current hours for your event date.
Restaurants
Salamone's North
0.5 mi from the venue
Keep the night going with a meal after the event.
Today: 3:00 – 9:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (510 reviews)
Wendy's
1.3 mi from the venue
Grab a bite after the event at Swanson Stadium.
Today: 7:30 AM – 12:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 3.7 (1,290 reviews)
Alchemy at Aldeen
1.3 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a post-event meal.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (529 reviews)
SALT.
1.3 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a post-event meal.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (292 reviews)
Sam's Ristorante & Pizzeria
1.3 mi from the venue
Keep the night going with a meal after the event.
Today: 10:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (1,501 reviews)
Rosati's Pizza
1.3 mi from the venue
Grab a bite after the event at Swanson Stadium.
Today: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (215 reviews)
Bars & Nightlife
Top Dollar Slots Riverside
1.4 mi from the venue
Keep the night going after the event.
Today: 8:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (10 reviews)
TIPSY'S TAVERN
1.6 mi from the venue
Drinks near Swanson Stadium after the show or game.
Today: 2:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (25 reviews)
Getting to Swanson Stadium
Parking
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Rideshare
Uber, Lyft and local taxi service are common transportation options for visitors to Swanson Stadium 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 Swanson Stadium.
Valet
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Parking & Event-Day Details
PARKING PRICES
Rates Can Change by Event
Swanson Stadium hosts major game-day and event traffic. Official lots, prepaid passes, opening times, ADA parking and road restrictions can vary by team, opponent or event. Check the venue's official event guide and your ticket/parking instructions before arrival.
TAILGATING
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Tailgating, grilling, alcohol and parking-lot gathering rules at Swanson Stadium 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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