MOLINE, ILLINOIS (January 29, 2024) — Visit Quad Cities is thrilled to announce the return of QC Restaurant Week on April 8-14, 2024. In its twelfth year, this annual event remains dedicated to celebrating and supporting the local hospitality industry, providing a distinctive experience for both visitors and Quad Cities residents.
“QC Restaurant Week is one of the best weeks of the year as we celebrate our diverse Quad Cities culinary scene,” Dave Herrell, President and CEO of Visit Quad Cities said. “Restaurants are vitally important small businesses that bring people together and amplify our regional tourism product. We strongly encourage Quad Citizens and visitors to participate and explore all things food in the area, because a positive visitor experience is closely connected to the success of our local restaurants.”
Event Sponsorship Opportunities
Visit Quad Cities invites businesses and organizations to become sponsors for QC Restaurant Week 2024. By supporting this event, sponsors play a crucial role in fostering community vibrancy and will receive various benefits. To explore sponsorship opportunities, please contact Mindy Amodeo, Partnership and Event Services Coordinator at Visit Quad Cities.
Registration Open for Restaurants
Restaurants are invited to participate in QC Restaurant Week by registering from February 1 to March 15, 2024. Participation is free — both dine-in and carryout establishments are welcome to join. Details and online registration are available on the QC Restaurant Week website at QCRestaurantWeek.com.
Surprise a Server Program Returns
A highlight of QC Restaurant Week is the 'Surprise a Server' program, designed to recognize outstanding individuals in the local restaurant industry. In 2023, nearly 500 nominations were received from the public, resulting in the selection of five exceptional nominees honored for their exemplary customer service. The program will return in 2024, continuing to shine a spotlight on those who go above and beyond. Nominations for Surprise a Server 2024 will be open from February 1 to March 25, 2024.
Follow Visit Quad Cities on social media for updates on QC Restaurant Week: @QuadCities on Facebook and @VisitQuadCities on Instagram and Twitter. Share your QC Restaurant Week experiences using #QCRestaurantWeek.
About Visit Quad Cities
Founded in 1990, Visit Quad Cities is the official Destination Management and Marketing Organization (DMMO) for the region. Visit Quad Cities is a private 501(c)(6) non-profit engine charged with driving economic opportunity through tourism, building our authentic brand, telling and selling the Quad Cities story, and enhancing Quad Citizens’ quality of life and quality of place.
