Rock-Con Game Convention
November 6 -8, 2026
Tebala Event Center
7910 Newburg Road, Rockford, IL
Rock-Con Registration Will Open Summer 2026
ROCK-CON remains committed to reducing the cost of admission for those who make the convention possible. If you are planning on running events or games as a Host or Judge, please note that while you need to register and pay through TTE now, discounts for our judges that pre-registered their badge will be given via onsite cash refunds after your game slot for the registered and approved game(s) that are set-up and/or played. Please see the Events Coordinator for more information on the process this year. Thank you for your willingness to run games and for your understanding.
Hotel Accomodations
Hampton by Hilton Rockford
615 Clark Dr, Rockford, IL 61107
Pathfinder Society
The “Pathfinder Room” returns to Rock-Con this year, and we plan to again have tables for Pathfinder Society Organized Play, Starfinder Society Organized Play AND the Aspis Consortium Organized Roleplaying Network.
Once you have your badge, sign up for our games on this Warhorn site.
Paizo-sanctioned tables will feature PFS and SFS 2nd edition.
For fans of PFRPG 1st edition, ACORN tables leverage this ruleset but allow you to experience new content – from entirely new scenarios to slightly modified PFS stories – where you and your teammates work for the Aspis Consortium
2025 Screw City Showcase Painting Competiton
The Screw City Showcase returns in 2025 at Rock-Con 2025!
We saw some incredible pieces come through last year, and we’re excited to see more in 2025!
The Screw City Showcase is a miniature painting competition where painters will show off their skill, creativity, and technique to our panel of judges and convention goers!
2025 Sponsors
Thank you to all our sponsors for their support of Rock-Con.
Convention Sponsors
Prize Sponsors
2025 Prize Vault
Each year, Rock-Con has a collection of games and accessories to give away during the convention in the Prize Vault. Click here to see a selection of the items available this year at the con.
Toys for Tots
Rock-Con Convention is teaming up with Marine Toys for Tots Foundation to set up a donation point near Registration.
The mission of the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program is to collect new, unwrapped toys during October, November and December each year, and distribute those toys as Christmas gifts to needy children in the community in which the campaign is conducted.
Each attendee that provides a donation will receive extra chances at the door prizes as a small thank you for helping with the 2024 Christmas Campaign.
More information can be found at:
https://www.toysfortots.org/Default.aspx
or
https://www.facebook.com/toysfortots/
Northern Illinois/Southern Wisconsin's Premiere Gaming Convention
Immerse Yourself in the Ultimate Gaming Experience at Rock-Con Game Convention
Welcome to Rock-Con Game Convention, the premiere Northern Illinois gaming event and the destination for gamers and gaming enthusiasts alike! Whether you’re a seasoned veteran with a vast knowledge of games or a curious newcomer eager to learn, Rock-Con is where you can fully indulge your passion. This year promises a spectacular lineup featuring an exhilarating mix of Role Playing Games, immersive Tabletop Board Games, and an impressive variety of Miniatures including Historical, Sci-Fi, and Fantasy genres. Participants will also have the unique opportunity to showcase their artistic talents in our celebrated and hotly contested Painting Competition. Rock-Con is a can’t miss event for any true fan of the gaming.
Miniatures
Role Playing
Board Games
Painting
