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Mendelssohn Performing Arts Center

406 N. Main St., Rockford, IL 61103

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Mendelssohn Performing Arts Center (MPAC), the oldest continuously operated music organization of its kind in the country, has been a staple of the Rockford cultural and arts scene since 1884.

MPAC offers several distinct concert series. Curated to represent a wide variety of the finest classical music performances, the Mainstage Series features inspiring classical musicians performing as soloists and in small ensembles. Established in 1972 and now a division of Mendelssohn Performing Arts Center, the Charlotte’s Web Series brings a wide variety of world and folk music to the Mendelssohn Hall stage. The Music on Main Series features regionally acclaimed classical artists performing in a casual after-work setting. The Jazz at Starr Center Series celebrates the wealth of talented jazz musicians in the Rockford area.

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Rockford Juneteenth Celebration

Sinnissippi Park •  Jun 19 @ 1PM

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Sinnissippi Park Music Shell •  Jun 05 – Jul 31 @ 7PM

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