DAVENPORT, IOWA (December 17, 2025) — The Downtown Davenport Partnership (DDP) is pleased to announce that Icestravaganza will be held January 16–18, 2026, at the Freight House in Downtown Davenport. Presented by Luxtown.com, this free, family-friendly event will feature an array of ice sculptures, live carving demonstrations and interactive outdoor activities.
“This year’s This is Iowa theme is a chance to celebrate the everyday things people across the state connect with. Our carvers take those familiar sparks of inspiration and turn them into something creative and surprising and we’re excited to watch that come to life in ice throughout the festival,” said Alisha Espey, Senior Program and Events Director for DDP.
EVENT FEATURES
- Ice Sculptures: As festival goers walk along the Freight house boardwalk, they’ll experience intricately carved ice sculptures, beautifully illuminated each evening of the event.
- Live Carving Demonstrations: Skilled artists transform blocks of ice into stunning works of art, reflecting the This is Iowa theme.
- Outdoor Activity Zone: Interactive, family-friendly games, and activities.
- Warming Station: Complimentary hot cocoa provided by The Family Credit Union.
- Saturday Evening After Glow Party: Illuminated ice sculptures by renowned artist Rob Storm, specialty ice bar and live entertainment by DJ Buddha sponsored by T-Fiber.
EVENT SCHEDULE
Friday, January 16
- 5PM Event opens
- 5-8PM Freight House Farmers Market indoor hours
- 5-7PM The Family Credit Union warming station — free hot chocolate
- 10PM Event closes and lights for carvings shut off
Saturday, January 17
- 10AM Event opens
- 10AM-10PM Freight House Farmers Market indoor hours
- 2PM Live carving demonstrations
- 3-5PM The Family Credit Union warming station — free hot chocolate
- 5:30–7:30PM T-Fiber After Glow Party — illuminated ice carvings, ice bar, and music in a heated tent
- 10PM Event closes and lights for carvings shut off
Sunday, January 18
- 10AM Event opens
- 10AM-2PM Freight House Farmers Market indoor hours
- Noon–2PM The Family Credit Union warming station — free hot chocolate
- 2PM Event closes
Festival goers are encouraged to snap a photo and post on social media using the hashtags #IcestravaganzaQC.
Icestravaganza is produced by the Downtown Davenport Partnership (DDP). The presenting sponsor is Luxtown.com. Additional support provided by these sponsors: City of Davenport, Front Street Brewery, Hupp Toyota Lift, Isle Casino Hotel Bettendorf, Mel Foster Co, Origin Design, Rouse Consulting Group, Stations of Our Quad Cities, T-Fiber, The Family Credit Union, and Townsquare Media.
Visit DowntownDavenport.com for more information.
