BETTENDORF, IOWA (August 5, 2026) — The Quad Cities’ fourth annual community emergency resource fair will take place on Sunday, August 30, 11:30AM–3:30PM, at the Quad Cities Waterfront Convention Center, 2021 State Street in Bettendorf, Iowa.
The Be Ready QC Emergency Resource Fair is a family-friendly event focused on educating the public on emergency and disaster preparedness. Brian Payne, Scott County EMA Director, shared “the goal of the fair is to make our community more resilient in the face of disasters and emergency events.”
The event is free and open to the public. There will be information booths, hands-on training opportunities, activities for all ages, giveaways, and more.
Over thirty entities will provide information on a variety of disaster-related topics ranging from disaster-related mental-health concerns to working with your insurance company after a disaster. Many local first-responders will also be present with information and equipment used during community emergencies. Attendees will be able to grab a refreshing drink at the Lifted Energy Drink Truck (items available for purchase), take part in learning sessions featuring Hands Only CPR and Stop the Bleed, and sign up for preparedness-related door prizes.
The fair is sponsored by the QC CAER group, Constellation, Enviromark, Ace Waterproofing and Basement Solutions, Werner Restoration, and Eagle View Behavioral Health with support from numerous community partners.
Visit facebook.com/BeReadyQC for more information.
