MOLINE, ILLINOIS (October 31, 2025) — The Vibrant Arena’s annual Christmas tree is scheduled to arrive this Monday, November 3 at approximately 11AM. The tree is being donated by David Criddle in East Moline, and was just a baby tree when his family moved to the property nearly thirty years ago. Media is invited and encouraged to attend as the tree is raised.

The 32-year-old tree is a Blue Spruce that is approximately 35-40’ tall and will contain more than 30,000 lights. It will be lit on Saturday, November 22, at the annual Lighting on the Commons ceremony to be held 3:30-6PM on the John Deere Commons.

Additional information about Lighting on the Commons is available at lightingonthecommons.com.

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